Bella Retreat before World Championships
"Okay," Becca said, finally fed up with the group. "I've been interning at a recording studio and a legit music producer wants to hear my work. God forbid I have something going on besides this group."
"Okay," Chloe retorted. "Why would you keep something like that from us."
"Cause you're obsessed, all of you!" Beca yelled. "We are graduating and the only one thinking about life after the Bellas is me. I mean look at Emily, she legit wrote a song and none of you care about that because it's an original and because it lost that stupid riff off."
"What's wrong with focusing on the Bellas?" Chloe yelled right back. "This has been my family for the last seven years."
"Yeah because you're too scared to leave," Beca retorted. "Sack up dude."
"Okay," Chloe said. "So you've been lying to us for a year and now you are going to just flake out before World's."
"Oh my God," Beca said, exasperated. "Enough about the World's. That's it, I'm outta here."
Beca turned on her heel and started walking towards the tent where her stuff was.
"Oh, okay," Chloe said. "You're just going to leave now?"
"We all have to eventually Chloe," Beca said. "It might as well be now."
Beca turned back around again and started walking towards where the rest of the Bellas were sitting. She walked straight up to Emily and said,
"You're song is really great from what little portion that I have heard," Beca said softly, anger gone in her voice. "I'm willing to produce your song for the record company, give me a call if you are interested."
She saw Emily's eyes light up and Beca smiled and turned to walk away. Nothing was stopping her as she felt tears come to her eyes.
"Fine then," Chloe yelled. "We don't need you anyway!"
Beca simply flipped her off and didn't turn her head around again. She finally got to the tent and gathered up all of her things. She took a deep breath and tried not to cry right and there. The Bellas had been her comfort, other than Jessie, for the last four years. She hated to think that she wasted that time, but it was the only thing that was going through her head at the moment. She walked out of the tent and walked over to the road that was outside the camp. She unlocked her cell phone and dialed Jessie's number. After a couple rings he picked up.
"Becaw," Jessie said as he answered the call.
"Hey," Beca said weakly, her voice catching with the word.
Jessie knew her better than almost anyone, so he immediately noticed the difference.
"What's wrong," he asked, worriedly.
"Can you come pick me up from the retreat I told you about?" Beca said. "I need a ride."
"You're in luck," Jessie said. "We are on our way to Lincoln center right now, we can swing by on our way there but you will have to come to the National Championships."
"That's fine," Beca said. "Anywhere is better than here."
"Okay Beca," Jessie said softly. "We will be there soon."
"Thanks," Beca said and she ended the call.
Beca put her face in her hands and let the tears flow slowly. She didn't want to cry to hard and have the Trebles see her like this. She would save that for only when Jessie could see and comfort her. She heard footsteps behind her and refused to turn around.
"Go away Chloe," Beca mummered and still didn't look back.
"Chloe isn't here," Amy said. "Just regular old Fat Amy."
Beca looked up at Amy and just met her gaze.
"Beca," Amy said. "Please don't go. Chloe can't run this by herself. I can only do so much with my talented body and strong mind."
"Amy," Beca said. "I'm just done with this. I can't be involved with this anymore. I have a golden opportunity for my future here."
"I know," Amy said. "I will admit that. Just promise me that we can remain friends?"
"Of course Amy," Beca said, standing up. "You aren't getting rid of me that easy."
She walked over and gave Amy a hug. Amy was surprised to say the least. Beca rarely showed physical emotion to anyone except Jessie. She returned the hug no less and let go when the Treble bus pulled up. Beca wiped her eyes and walked over to gather her stuff.
"I'll call you, okay?" Beca said to Amy before getting on the bus.
"You better," Amy replied.
Beca smile and began to climb on before she stopped. She turned back around to Amy.
"Hey," Beca said. "Don't hide your feelings for Bumper, you could regret that decision later."
Amy just nodded and Beca climbed on board. She immediately went to Jessie's side and sat down next to him.
"You okay," Jessie asked softly.
"Later," Becca whispered and turned towards the rest of the Trebles. "So," Beca said turning back into her snarky attitude. "What have you Treble nerds planned for tonight?"
Lincoln Center
"Jessie," Beca said nervously. "Do you really think this is a good idea?"
Beca and the Trebles were standing backstage in the Lincoln Center. Jessie had an idea after telling Beca what the plan was for the Trebles and that plan was to put her into the show. He wanted her to sing the Cups song she performed at auditions her freshman year. They got it cleared by the judges and officials of the championships because Beca quit the Bellas, so she was able to compete. Now she was standing backstage with one of the small red blazers that the Trebles were known for.
"Absolutely," Jessie said. "This will take your mind off things. Think of it as your swan song, this will propel you into life after college, and I will be there every step of the way."
Beca smiled and hugged him tight. Jessie returned the favor and whispered to Beca,
"You know that blazer makes you look even sexier, right?"
"Play your cards right and you could be seeing it a lot more," Beca said with a sly grin.
"Sounds like a plan," Jessie said, kissing her on the lips.
"Two minutes Trebles," the stage manager said to the group and Jessie called them all into a huddle.
"Alright guys," Jessie said. "This is the last hurrah for just about everyone. Now that we don't have the Bellas to compete with, no offense Beca, we pretty much got this in the bag. Everyone good with our new addition to the set and to the group?"
All of the guys let out a whoop of appreciation and Beca smiled.
"Sounds like a resounding yes," Jessie said. "Alright guys, and lady, let's bring the pain."
All of the Trebles ran on stage and Beca stayed behind. She wasn't due on for a couple of minutes into the set.
(Music to listen to: Best of 2013 mashup by Anthem Lights)
The guys got into a big square to start and the beginning of the song began to start with burst of light and the entire group to go into harmonized singing.
Baby, you a song
You make me wanna roll my windows down and cruise
After that they all moved around with Jessie taking the first solo.
In the beginning
I never thought it would be you
When we were chillin' and smiling in the photobooth
We got closer
Soon you were eating off my spoon
And coming over and we would talk all afternoon
Benji then jumped into the mix and started banging out a solo of his own.
And it's dark in a cold December
I've got you to keep me warm
If you're broken, I will mend you
And I'll keep you sheltered from the storm that's raging on
The suddenly both Jessie and Benji jumped into a harmonized singing. Beca smiled, knowing that this was truly going to win the championship, even without her singing. It was nice to know that even when she beat these guys the past three years, that they were so open to her. Suddenly, leaving the Bellas didn't hurt as much as she thought it would.
Tonight take me to the other side
Sparks fly like the Fourth of July
Just take me to the other side
I see that sissy look in your eyes
And I know we ain't friends anymore
If we walk down this road
We'll be lovers for sure
So tonight kiss me like it's do or die
And take me to the other side
Then a new guy jumped in to take a solo, Kyle. At least Beca thought his name was Kyle.
I'm out of touch, I'm out of love
I'll pick you up when you're getting down
And out of all these things I've done
I think I love you better now
Wow, Beca thought. This guy has a great voice. This will mean good things for the future of the Trebles, because he was only a freshman. Then all of the Trebles jumped in for the next part.
I just wanna know you better, know you better, know you better now
I just wanna know you better, know you better, know you better now
Benji stepped up to take his second solo and nailed it perfectly.
I really wanna love somebody
I really wanna dance the night away
I know we're only half way there
But you take me all the way
You take me all the way
Jessie then jumped back out to take his second solo.
If our love is tragedy, why are you my remedy
If our love's insanity, why are you my clarity
Surprisingly, Kyle got a second solo. Beca had only been informed of the song list, not the soloists.
Not really sure how to feel about it
Something in the way you move
It makes me feel like I can't live without you
It takes me all the way
I want you to stay
Beca took a deep breath and readied herself. There was only one more verse until she went on stage. Jessie and Kyle began to sing the next verse which was a call and response of their earlier solos.
Jessie: If our love is tragedy, why are you my remedy
Kyle: (I want you to stay)
Jessie: If our love's insanity, why are you my clarity
Kyle: (I want you to stay)
Then the lights went down as the Trebles held that last note. Beca walked on stage and took her position in center stage. She took a deep breath and the spotlight illuminated her face. There were plenty of screams of joy and gasps that she could hear, but she was able to sing anyway.
I got my ticket for the long way round
Jessie joined her on the next part in perfect harmony.
Two bottles of whiskey for the way
Benji and Kyle joined in for the next part, giving them a nice four part harmony.
And I sure would like some sweet company and I'm leaving tomorrow whaddya say?
Then Beca took the solo softly again.
When I'm gone
When I'm gone
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
All of the Trebles joined in for the last part in a soft harmony.
You're gonna miss me by my hair
You're gonna miss me everywhere
Oh, you're gonna miss me when I'm gone
The Trebles let the last note hang for a while before speeding up the tempo for the grande finale.
Na na na na na na na, hey, hey, hey
Na na na na na na na, hey, hey, hey, hey, Treblemakers
Jessie then took to center stage, while Beca moved to the side, providing background sounds where she was told to.
Can we go back
This is the moment
Tonight is the night
We'll fight till it's over
So we put our hands up, like the ceiling can't hold us
Like the ceiling can't hold us
Then all the Trebles joined in for the last final verse
Can we go back
This is the moment
Tonight is the night
We'll fight till it's over
So we put our hands up, like the ceiling can't hold us
Like the ceiling can't hold us
After the last note ended, the crowd erupted into cheers. All of the Trebles bowed and received numerous more adulation. Jessie then walked in front of everyone and managed to calm down the crowd.
"Thank you," Jessie said. "Thank you. Now as you may have noticed, we had a special guest singer. Beca, please come forward."
Beca was giving Jessie a death glare, trying not draw attention to herself. Unfortunately the Trebles were on his side and basically pushed Beca to the front of the stage, Benji being the force behind it.
"I think you all know who this is," Jessie said to the crowd, which in turn, erupted into cheers. "Yes indeed, Beca has ended her acapella career as a Treblemaker, which in my book is a win."
The crowd cheered some more and Beca blushed at all of the attention that she was getting.
"Now everyone," Jessie said. "Since we are the final act, I have a planned encore that will not be scored, but the judges have given me permission to do. So are you ready?"
Deafening screams could be heard throughout Lincoln Center, but Beca had a look of confusion on her face. Jessie hadn't told her about any encore, so she was wondering if she should leave the stage. She started inching towards the exit before Jessie caught her hand.
"Oh no you don't" Jessie said. "This song is just for you. You are to stand right here. Trebles, plan Becaw."
All of the Trebles moved towards the middle of the stage and grouped up. The began the soft melody to a song that Beca recognized immediately. Jessie walked out to the front of the group and his eyes never left Beca's.
A hundred and five is the number that comes to my head
When I think of all the years I wanna be with you
Wake up every morning with you in my bed
That's precisely what I plan to do
Beca's eyes widened as she saw what was happening/
And you know one of these days when I get my money right
Buy you everything and show you all the finer things in life
We'll forever be in love, so there ain't no need to rush
But one day I won't be able to ask you loud enough
I'll say, "Will you marry me?"
I swear that I will mean it
I'll say, "Will you marry me?"
Beca's hands immediately went to cup over her mouth as Jessie began to walk slowly over to her. The Trebles were backing him up, all with ridiculous smiles on their faces.
Ooh whoa ooh oh
Ooh whoa ooh oh
Ooh whoa ooh oh
Oh, yeah
How many girls in the world can make me feel like this?
Baby I don't ever plan to find out
The more I look, the more I find the reasons why
You're the love of my life
You know one of these days when I get my money right
Buy you everything and show you all the finer things in life
We'll forever be in love, so there ain't no need to rush
But one day I won't be able to ask you loud enough
I'll say, "Will you marry me?"
I swear that I will mean it
I'll say, "Will you marry me?"
Jessie had reacher her at this point and took her hand. Beca felt tears rolling from her eyes.
And if I lost everything
In my heart it means nothing
'Cause I have you,
Girl, I have you
To get right down on bended knee
Nothing else would ever be better, better
That day when...
I'll say, "Will you marry me?"
I swear that I will mean it
I'll say, "Will you marry me?"
I'll say, "Will you marry me?"
(I'll get down on one knee)
I swear that I will mean it
I'll say, "Will you marry me?"
Got me singing
Ooh whoa ooh oh
Got me singing
Ooh whoa ooh oh
Would you marry me, baby?
Ooh whoa ooh oh
Ooh whoa ooh oh
Ooh whoa ooh oh
Jessie at this point got down onto one knee as he finished the song and began to dig in his pocket.
A hundred and five is the number that comes to my head
When I think of all the years I wanna be with you
Wake up every morning with you in my bed
That's precisely what I plan to do, yeah.
Jessie pulled out a tiny velvet box and opened it to reveal a ring. The girls in the crowd started screaming and Beca looked down on him in awe.
"Rebeca Mitchell," Jessie said into the microphone. "From the first time I sang to you, till now, I knew that you were something special. Something that I knew I would regret, if I didn't do anything about my feelings. So, will you take this acapella singing, movie nerd. More importantly, will you marry me?"
Beca choked out a laugh and said through her tears of joy, "Yes."
A/N
There it is, the first installment of this brand new story.
I hope you guys like this new idea, and don't worry, this was basically an extended prologue. Next chapter will jump about five years into the future and I will fill in plot details there.
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