MITCHELL RECORDS, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
"Gee. I'm so bored today." Jesse stepped into Beca's office. "I want to do something fun."
Beca laughed. "Dude, that's because we just released another song from Niall's album. I'm feeling the same since I just recorded with Huko yesterday."
"Speaking of yesterday…."
"What about it?" The brunette asked.
"You seemed a little off. Got the mood swings again?" He sat on Beca's swivel chair. "Oh wow. I really love your chair, Becs. Can I change mine into something like this too?" He laughed.
"Yep." Beca laughed.
"Yep, what? The mood swings or the chair?" Jesse clarified. "I'm confused."
Beca approached her best friend and pulled him out of her chair. "The mood swings, Jesse." She snickered. "The chair? You can buy your own, but don't expect me to haul it in for you."
Beca really did feel off yesterday, but she didn't tell Jesse and Aubrey-she wanted someone else to talk to. She wanted a new environment; a new confidante.
That's where Alex came in.
She didn't know what came over her but she found herself picking up her phone to call Alex. Maybe she understood since she was also a public figure-not in the same industry, but at least she still is. Beca hoped that Alex would be able to answer her question, but Alex was honest enough to provide nothing. However, the blonde gave Beca a feel of how it is to be normal even just for a moment-it helped, and thus, Beca was thankful. She did a feel better to get some things off her chest.
Jesse and Beca sat in comfortable silence until someone came to knock on Beca's door. It might be an intern or someone else since Aubrey usually doesn't knock-she immediately barges in because that's how she is in the studio. It was a good thing that Aubrey doesn't have that habit in their house, because if she did have it, Beca would freak out.
"That for sure, isn't Aubrey." Jesse pointed out. "Were you expecting someone?"
Beca shook her head in response. "Come in!" She then, called out.
They were surprised to see "Tweedle-dee" and "Tweedle-dum" as how Jesse calls them on the doorway. "Good Morning, Miss Mitchell…" Then, they turned to Jesse. "Mister Swanson."
"H-hey!" Jesse welcomed them in. "Come in!"
"Hi, guys!" Beca greeted. "What's going on?" She was worried but she didn't show it.
One of Alexa's bodyguards stepped forward and handed Beca a bouquet of sunflowers. "Miss Collins wanted you to have this, Miss Mitchell." He turned to Jesse afterward. "She wants to tell you that she means no harm, Mister Swanson. She knows that you and Miss Mitchell…"
"Sir, I believe that what he means is that this is only a friendly gesture. Miss Collins hopes that you feel better, Miss Mitchell." The other one interrupted. "We'll take our leave now." He stated.
After they left, Jesse still looked confused. "Would you please tell me what happened yesterday?" He suddenly asked.
"Nothing happened yesterday, Jesse." Beca admired the flowers in her hands. "I just hung out with Alex." She shrugged.
"Why did she send you flowers then?" Jesse questioned. "Plus, Tweedle-dum even said that she hopes you feel better."
Beca looked for a vase in her office and Jesse followed her all the time. "How do you even know if it's Tweedle-dee and Tweedle-dum, huh?" She laughed. "It's not like they have badges or something pinned in their suits."
"First, Tweedle-dee is blonde, tweedle-dum is bald." Jesse stated. "Second… "He thought of another answer but he couldn't point out another one. "The second one…I'll get back to you on that." He laughed. "But, seriously, Becs?"
"Okay." Beca got a vase from her cabinet. She started to arrange the flowers on it. "I kinda opened up to Alexa yesterday... you know, the stuff about me and Chloe. I think I just needed someone to talk to."
"Wow. I'm offended. I'm your best friend." Jesse joked. "How could you?"
"Come on! I had become such a burden to you both." Beca giggled. "You know, another one aside from you and Aubrey."
Jesse understood. "Did you name drop or something?"
"No. I didn't tell her." Beca smiled back. "She even thought that it was you who I broke up with, you know? It felt good to get it off my chest. It felt nice since she didn't judge me and all."
"That's nice." Jesse replied. "At least we know that she really is a nice person."
"She is." Beca smiled. "She really is."
"Okay… before the sunflowers eat your face up, do you wanna get out of here?" Jesse proposed. "I'm getting really bored, you know. It would be nice to get out once in a while. Wanna get fro-yo?" He grinned.
Beca's eyes lit up as soon as Jesse said the word. She's a sucker for ice cream and frozen yogurt. "Alright, let's go!" Beca grinned. "But, you're paying, Swanson!" She laughed. "Wait. Let me thank Alex first."
Beca dialed Alex's number. The blonde picked up on the first ring.
"Hi, Alex!" Beca exclaimed. "Really, sunflowers?" She chuckled.
"Well, of course!" Alex laughed. "They're the most cheerful flower there is!"
"You didn't have to bother, you know…" Beca continued. "But, thank you, really. I appreciate it."
"You're welcome, Beca." Alex replied. "Very much, welcome."
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
"Are you sure about this?" Stacie asked for the nth time. "You know, we can just head back and tell the director that they postponed it."
"Stace…" Chloe understood that her friend was only looking out for her. "We managed to get three days off. I only want to see Beca."
"Beca or Alex?"
"Okay… both!" Chloe admitted. "I want to see what went on while I wasn't here. And then, I'll think of something. I guess, three days will have to do for now."
"We'll try to see if we can get you more breaks off the set, okay?" Stacie held Chloe's hand. "Make those three days count."
"But…" Chloe sighed. "I'm prepared for the worst, Stace. You and I know that I can't get Beca back in three days."
"Of course, you really won't." Stacie told with utmost honesty. "But, the important thing is that you get to see her again, right?"
"Right." Chloe nodded. "I'll test the waters, then, I'll see where to go from there."
As soon as Chloe and Stacie were headed out of the airport, she already saw a couple of paparazzi. The redhead hated the fact that paparazzi would often camp out by the airport just so they could snap photos of celebrities like her.
"We're finally back." Stacie sighed. "They don't get tired, huh?" She gestured at the paparazzi fixing their cameras. "They'll be asking about the break-up. It hasn't died down yet since Tom wouldn't also talk."
"Yeah. I still won't talk, though." Being a celebrity, Chloe knew how to manage them. Unlike Beca who would only talk to paparazzi when she feels like it, Chloe often talks to them. "Let's go. It's show time." She grinned as she put her sunglasses on.
"Chloe! Are you back in L.A. because of Tom?!"
"Chloe! Are you single?!"
"Welcome back, Chloe!"
"What a warm welcome, guys!" Chloe smiled at them. "Take care!" She waved.
Flashes went on, from here to there. Security had escorted Chloe and Stacie to their car due to the influx of paparazzi.
Chloe just arrived but she felt that it was going to be a long day. But, before she can relax and meet Aubrey, she has to prepare for an important meeting.
COLLINS GROUP, DOWNTOWN, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
Alexandra was informed that she had an important meeting. Of course, every meeting she attends is just as important as the others but as per Amy, it is top priority.
She wanted to ask for more details but Amy couldn't provide anymore. "Please tell me what the negotiation is about, Amy. I have to be aware."
"I understand, Alexandra but the Head of Marketing only told me that it's about an endorsement." Amy explained.
"Then, if it's about endorsement, why am I needed there?" She sighed.
"She wanted you to be there because it took them months to get this endorsement." Amy replied. "Months before you came in, actually. It's really something to be proud of since Collins Group was waiting for it."
Alex looked at her wrist watch. It was about time. "Alright, I'll attend the negotiations." She took her blazer off the coat hanger. "Let's go."
Chloe was nervous.
She has been offered endorsements, a lot, actually but this particular one is something else because it had something to do with Collins Group.
Her father, James Beale are good friends with Henry Collins, but with respect to Alexandra Collins, they weren't really in good terms when they were younger since her father used to compare.
"This is good, right?" Chloe sought Stacie's assurance. "I mean, not only for anything related to Beca but for my career as well?"
"Of course." Stacie was busy typing on her phone-she's probably fixing Chloe's schedule while they're around L.A. "Even before the Beca thing came up, I've been considering to tell you to take the offer. It's a huge endorsement."
"What I am going to endorse again?"
"Collins Telecommunications." Stacie went over the offer. "Their service provider."
"She's here, Miss Collins." Stephanie, the Head of Marketing announced.
Alexandra had to put down a few papers she was signing-they were about to begin. "That's great! Show her in!" She stood up and fixed her blazer for the last time before their endorser comes in. She didn't really notice at first but Amy was already standing with her mouth slightly open.
"Miss Collins…"Stephanie called Alexandra's attention. "This is Miss Chloe Beale. We want her to be the endorser of Collins Telecoms." She gestured to Chloe who stepped forward to meet the blonde.
Alexandra was shocked to see a familiar face. It was indeed the redhead she knew since they were younger-it was really Chloe Beale.
Chloe knew that Alexandra was really gorgeous-perfect smile, blonde locks, brilliant mind and all that. But seeing her for the first time again, after how many years, surprised her. She's now the CEO of Collins Telecommunications and Advertising, and, the corporate look made her look even prettier.
"Chloe Beale, it's nice to see you."
"My pleasure, Alexandra." Chloe grinned. "This is Stacie Conrad, my friend and manager." She turned to Stacie who stepped forward and shook Alexandra's hands.
Suddenly, Alexandra turned to Stephanie. "Miss Beale is going to be our endorser for Collins Telecoms? Good choice!"
"Yes, but to make it official we have to talk about the certain negotiations such as the terms and conditions…" Stephanie checked her own copy of the offer they sent Chloe.
"Stephanie…"
"Yes, Miss Collins?" Stephanie asked.
Alex smiled at her employee. "There's no need to go through that. I'm sure Miss Beale already went through the offer. Isn't that right, Miss Beale?"
"Well… Stacie did, but she explained everything to me." Chloe replied. "But, if there's more…"
"No. No." Alex turned to Stephanie, once again. "Stephanie, Miss Beale here, and I know each other. I'm sure we can trust her with the endorsement. We don't need to negotiate any further." She explained. "Just give me the papers so we can sign them."
Chloe looked at Stacie with concern, but Stacie was satisfied with what happened. She really did read everything and there was nothing to be complained of-everything seems fair.
Stephanie handed Alexandra a copy of the contract which the blonde briefly reviewed. "Everything seems to be in order… The basics are here…" Alexandra mumbled. "Unless, there's something that bothers you, Miss Beale? It can be subject to revision."
"Why is she being so nice?" Chloe thought. "She used to be a bitch."
"Is there anything else, Chloe?" Stacie whispered. "Chloe?"
Thankfully, Chloe zoned back in. Amy, Stephanie, Stacie, and most especially, Alexandra were staring at her. "Oh…Uhm…" Chloe tried to save herself by checking out the papers from Stacie. "No. No. It's all good. No need for revisions."
"That's good to hear! It's a pleasure to have you, Chloe!" Alexandra exclaimed as she handed Stephanie the papers. "Since everything's all set, shall we sign the contract, then?"
BEVERLY HILLS, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
"That went well."
"I know. It went better than what I expected." Chloe replied. "Ugh… She's so nice to me, I can't imagine if I was dreaming the whole time or that she may be putting on a façade."
"By the way…" Stacie looked up from her cell. "Have you told Aubrey the real reason why you're here? She texted me saying that she'll just park her car."
"No. Not yet." Chloe bit her lower lip. "Should I? Maybe she'll flip or something when she finds out. I'm worried."
"Aubrey won't." Stacie proceeded to check on the front door, since there was a knock. "It might be Aubrey, Chlo. Just tell her that aside from missing her and her sister, you came back since you took on the offer to endorse Collins Telecoms."
"Do you think it'll be a good idea?"
"Of course. Tell her that you want to get Beca back, too. We don't want any more lies around here." Stacie winked. "Who knows, she might even help you out?"
Chloe was worried. She had a feeling that Aubrey would not like her idea at all.
Throughout their flight, she also thought of Aubrey's opinion, but Stacie, assured her countless of times that Aubrey will understand. She always does.
"Chloe!" Aubrey ran to meet Chloe halfway. "Oh God, I missed you!"
"It's only been two weeks, Bree…" Chloe hugged her best friend as tight as possible. "Plus, we talked over the phone. But yes, I missed you too!"
Aubrey hugged Stacie, too. "Stacie Conrad! I missed you too!"
"Posen!" Stacie grinned. "Still the same as ever."
Chloe led Aubrey to the dining table where a little snack was prepared for them. She did fill Aubrey in with details all about Italy-the food, places, the culture and all. Aubrey was excited to hear about them all. Stacie also shared snippets of Chloe in the movie shoot which Chloe was too shy to share. All in all, they had an amazing chat.
"By the way, how long are you staying?" Aubrey suddenly asked. "Not that I already want you to leave but I want to get us three some Quality Time, you know." She hurriedly checked on her calendar hoping that Chloe's schedule would fit into hers.
"We were only able to get three days off." Chloe sighed. "But, I'll finish my scenes as soon as possible when I get back. I promise."
"That sucks." Aubrey also saw that her schedule with Beca was really tight. A lot of photo shoots and interviews were lined up for Beca in the coming days. "We're booked too."
"Uhm… Bree?"
"Yes, Chlo?" Aubrey still tried hard to find a loop hole in her schedule. She really wanted to spend time with Stacie and Chloe. "What is it?"
"I have something to tell you." Chloe swallowed hard. Stacie subtly encouraged Chloe to go for it while she sat opposite her.
"That sounds serious, judging on how tensed you are." Aubrey laughed as she pointed it out. "Come on, shoot."
"There's also another reason why I came back." Chloe bit her nails, but Aubrey stopped her from doing so and encouraged her to go on since there was nothing to be worried about. "Well… I… Uhm, I'm going to endorse Collins Telecoms."
"Wait… Collins Telecoms?" Aubrey was surprised. "I happen to know the CEO there."
Chloe nodded. "I know her too, Bree. Alexandra Collins, right?"
"Yeah… Wait." Aubrey paused and looked at Stacie then, fixed her eyes at the redhead. "Does this have something to do with Beca?"
"Well, they offered me months ago, and… oh what the!" Chloe looked defeated, there was no use covering it up. "Yes, it has something to do with Beca. I'm willing to do things to fight for my place in Beca's life, Bree. I can't have her replace me."
"No one's going to replace you, Chloe…"
"I just can't sit here, or be in Italy when I know for a fact that I can possibly lose Beca!" Chloe exclaimed. "I can't let that happen. Please understand, Bree. I'm not giving up on Beca."
Aubrey didn't dare speak another word. She knew how stubborn Chloe can get, but as her best friend, she did try her best to understand knowing where Chloe is coming from. "Are you sure about this? Will you be ready to see her again?" She asked.
"I know it'll be hard to see her after the break-up…" Chloe wiped the tears in her eyes. "But, I'll try."
COLLINS GROUP, DOWNTOWN, LOS ANGELES,
"Miss Collins!" Amy suddenly barged into Alexandra's office right after the meeting with Chloe. "How could you?"
"What?"
"How could you not tell me that you knew Chloe 'effin Beale!" Amy shrieked. "Oh my God! I wanted to meet her for a long time now, and I didn't know that you'd make it possible! If only I knew earlier, I should've kidnapped you and asked her for ransom or anything." She laughed. "But, yeah! I didn't know that! She's the prettiest of the gingers I know!"
Alexandra laughed at how Amy was fan girling. Amy had her hands all over the air, gushing about how she stood near Chloe. "Seriously? Well, you never mentioned it to me so that's entirely your fault, Amy."
"I couldn't believe it!" Amy went over the contracts she had on her file. "She's going to be our endorser. I'm going to see her more!"
"Absolutely." Alex grinned.
"But…." Amy whispered. "How did you know her? Were you really close?"
"Close is not the word that I would use…" Alex laughed. She offered a seat to Amy, before she could go on. "We had the same social circle, I guess. Her dad's also a businessman so we would attend parties, and I would see her there."
"And then?"
"Chloe was expected to venture into the corporate world, but she didn't want to. Chloe wanted to be an actress, you see. In order to motivate her, her dad would always refer to me as a point of comparison. I guess she hated it, since she gets annoyed whenever she sees me around."
"But, your dad…"
"Yeah." Alex sighed. "Chloe didn't know that I had to be perfect all the time, or at least try to excel in what I do just so my dad would notice me. He was all about my older brother, remember?" She snickered. "Because of the need for recognition, I did all that. Chloe didn't know that, and I was known to be this self-centered person. I had the need to fix myself for everything."
"You mean, she hated you?" Amy laughed at how it used to be. "I couldn't imagine that."
"She did. She didn't tell me outright but I felt it." Alex giggled. "I can't blame her, I was kind of mean back then. I would brag about all my achievement, I can't blame her if she had this image of me in her head."
"Oh well, all of that is gone now, isn't it?" Amy asked.
"Yeah." Alex shrugged. "It's all in the past now." She smiled.
"Awesome. All this fangirling mad me hungry. But, thanks for sharing, Alex." Amy appreciated how open Alex was.
"So, what do you want to do today?" Alex asked. "I think I did a good job today, I can get off work early."
"Can you please tell Jesse and Beca that we're going to have Smores in their backyard?" She asked. "If they complain, tell me that I'm paying for it all." She laughed. "That's what we're going to do today."
Alex picked up her phone to send Beca a text message. "Yes, Maam."
TUTTI FRUTTI FROZEN YOGURT, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
"Hi, Beca! Amy wants to have a Smores party in your backyard. Is it alright? Sorry, we can't hold these kinds of parties in my condo. Don't worry, it's on her. "
"What's up?" Jesse asked. He wondered why Beca stopped walking.
"Hold my cup." Beca had her spoon on her mouth while she typed a reply. "Alex texted, Amy says she wants to have a Smores party in the background tonight."
"Wow, Amy sure has a lot of cravings. I remember the last time we were in your place she ordered all the dimsum there is." Jesse laughed. "What did you say?"
"I said it's alright." Beca shrugged. She took her cup from Jesse and continued to eat. "We'll just see them tonight. Amy's buying."
"Cool." Jesse laughed. "I can't remember the last time I had Smores. We better head to your place then and see what we can set up. I'm buying drinks." He opened the door for Beca. "Uh-oh."
"What?"
"They must have tipped us off." Jesse whispered. He was referring to the girls on the counter. "Paparazzi all around."
Beca looked at their surroundings, of course, the paparazzi may have followed them or the place has tipped them off. "Why can't I just enjoy my yogurt?" She whined. "Oh well, it's been a while since they saw us out. You're still my fake boyfriend, weirdo." She laughed.
"You sure?" Jesse asked.
"Yes." Beca replied. "They won't be leaving us alone. Might as well go with it."
As soon as Beca gave Jesse the go signal to walk out the door, she held on tight to his arms. They were really crowding the pair since they have been low-key lately. They wanted to get more details about them.
Jesse and Beca managed to keep their cool despite the fact that everywhere they turn their faces, cameras would be shoved in their way. It was a good thing they got to Jesse's car safe and sound.
"That was wild." Jesse was relieved. "Are you okay?"
"Yeah." Beca laughed. "I don't get the reason why they want to hear so much about me." She picked up her phone and checked on the internet. "I wonder what else we should get for a Smores party."
"I dunno. Firewood?" Jesse laughed which made Beca glare at him. "Just kidding. Like I said, I'm gonna drive us to your house now."
BEL AIR ESTATES, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
Amy and Alexandra arrived at the exact time Jesse and Beca pulled up in the driveway. They were all excited to make Smores-everyone's camp fire favorite.
Jesse and Amy were assigned to break the Graham crackers into halves, while Beca was assigned to the marshmallows. Alex, on the other hand, handled the chocolate.
"This is fun, Amy." Beca giggled. "I don't remember the last time I had Smores, too."
"Don't mention it." Amy replied. "We deserve it anyway. We're all hardworking people."
"Is Tweedle-dee and Tweedle-dum here?" Jesse voiced his concern. "We should invite them in too. They're also hard-working people." He looked around for them. "They aren't here?"
"Jesse. Please." Beca pleaded. "Let's not go there."
Beca continued to work on the marshmallows, she took them out of the packs and put them into trays. Jesse shrugged. "How was work today, Alex? Anything interesting?" He turned to the blonde.
"Nothing new, but, we have a new endorser for Collins Telecoms." Alex proudly stated. "I met her today."
"Oh yes! I'm a huge fan of her too!" Amy chimed in. "I really love the fact that she and Alex knew each other too."
"Now, I'm curious…" Jesse wondered. "Who is this endorser of yours?"
"Tell them Alex." Amy grinned. "Tell them!"
"I'm listening." Beca called out. She was busy chewing marshmallows but she was still listening to the conversation. "Just don't mind me stuffing my face."
"Well…" Alex laughed at how adorable Beca was being. She smiled at the brunette, then faced Jesse. "Our endorser is, the one and only, Chloe Beale." She clapped her hands as she announced. "Chloe 'effin Beale!"
Beca almost choked upon hearing Alex's announcement. She had to excuse herself in an instant so she could fetch a glass of water.
Jesse wasn't really happy with the announcement knowing the consequences it would bring but he acted like there was nothing unusual about Chloe being the endorser of Collins Telecommunications.
"Is Beca alright?" Alex was worried. The brunette suddenly left. "Did I say something wrong?"
"No. No." Jesse shot it down. "She just had too much marshmallows. Believe me, I saw it. She just needed water."
Jesse was thankful that Alex believed him-he wouldn't know what else to say if she didn't.
"Here we are!" Aubrey exclaimed. "The house missed your scent, guys! Oh, Jesse's here!" She pointed to Jesse's car parked on the driveway. She didn't notice Alexandra's car since it was dark, and also, it was parked outside their gate.
Chloe reached out to hold Aubrey's hand. "Beca's home, isn't she?"
"Yes. Most probably." Aubrey admitted. "But, it might be just Jesse getting something for Beca." She continued. "You know how it works." She continued to unlock the front door. "It will be alright. We're just going to have a few drinks." She assured the redhead. "Come in."
As soon as Aubrey opened the front door, she came face to face with Alex's face. Not that she didn't want Alex to be there, but it wasn't the best timing.
It really wasn't.
"Aubrey! I was supposed to get the door!" Alexandra greeted the blonde. "Hello!"
"Hi, Alex!" Aubrey was nervous but she had to wing it. She was an expert at this stuff, she might as well do it again. "What's going on?"
"Oh, Amy wanted a Smores party in your backyard. I hope it's alright?"
"Of course!" Aubrey stepped inside the house. Chloe and Stacie trailed after.
"Oh my god! You brought Chloe with you!" Alex exclaimed. She immediately turned to Amy. "Amy! Guess who Aubrey brought?!" She excitedly called out. "Chloe Beale!"
In an instant, Amy came rushing down the hall. "Oh my god! It's you again, it's you!"
Aubrey laughed at how flushed Amy's cheeks were. "I guess you've met, huh?" She snickered. "Chloe's my best friend. This is Stacie." She introduced the once again. "We all went to Barden together."
"This is insane!" Amy grinned. "Ahhh! Since you're here, let's get the Smores party kicking! You'll stay, right?" She asked Chloe and Stacie. "Not that I'm the owner of the house, but since it's my idea and…"
Aubrey searched Chloe's eyes for any sign that would tell her that they're going to bail, but there was none. Instead, Chloe was smiling at Amy.
"Of course!" Chloe turned to Stacie who was also waiting for the redhead's response. "We're staying."
"Shorty!" Amy ran into the kitchen. The rest of the group followed behind her. "Shorty! Look who's here to join us!"
Beca was already in the backyard watching Jesse prepare the fire. "Aubrey's home?! Tell her I'm out here!" She called out.
"No!" Amy laughed. "Our endorser! Chloe Beale!" She stepped aside to reveal a nervous looking redhead. "Tadaaa!"
Jesse stopped, he saw that Beca was frozen in place.
They didn't expect this at all.
"Chloe! Hi!" Jesse tried his best to shrug things off. "Welcome back!"
Everyone was waiting for Beca's response-it was awkward but Alex and Amy were too oblivious. "Hi!" Beca suddenly stood up and put a smile on her face. "Welcome to the smores party!" She exclaimed. She directed the greeting to her sister since she avoided eye contact with Chloe.
Beca didn't want to ruin such a beautiful night.
No matter how hard Beca tried to conceal it-she was uncomfortable.
Her demeanor has changed, and she was staying away from Chloe. The brunette also avoided having small talk with the redhead. Chloe attempted to approach Beca but just before she could, Beca would already be busy talking to Jesse, and most especially, Alex.
Alex.
Chloe hated that Alex was always near Beca-she looked like Beca's body guard, as per Chloe's observation. She hated that Alex overtook her in offering smores to Beca, just as when she was about to go over and hand Beca some she made herself.
She realized that she couldn't hate Alex's laugh since it was adorable-she hated to admit it.
She noticed how Alex was already close with Jesse-she never really had the time to bond with the man.
She tried to be calm as possible and act like it was not bothering her at all, but Beca's voice and her laugh would distract her once in a while.
Thankfully, Aubrey and Stacie were there to keep her composed. Amy, too. Since the Australian was eager to get to know Chloe even more.
Chloe could feel Beca's eyes on her but whenever she glances at the brunette, she finds that Beca has already looked away or has focused on something else. She wanted the opportunity to talk to Beca-one on one but it was impossible at the current situation. She would have to think of another way.
Chloe excused herself from the group. She needed one more drink-everything wasn't going well. On her case, actually.
"I know who you are, Chloe."
"Excuse me?" Chloe was surprised to see Alex beside her. The blonde was also getting drinks for herself. "What do you mean?"
"I'm sorry, what I meant is that, I know who you are in Beca's life." Alex replied. Chloe didn't know what to do-she didn't know whether to admit it or not. "You're Aubrey's best friend. But, I have a feeling you're the girl who broke Beca's heart." Alex stated. "Bummer. It was only a while back that I really took time to notice the pictures down the hall."
"You don't know what you're talking about, Alex." Chloe faced Alex this time. "Don't act like you do."
"Woah. No reason to get mad, Chloe." Alex took a step back, enough to have space between them. "I just know since Beca told me. She never told who the girl was, but I figured out it was you."
"How did you know that?"
"You were looking at Beca the whole time since you got here. Plus, Beca's behavior changed. Oh, and she won't even have a proper conversation with you." Alex enumerated. "I guess that's it."
"You were so nice to me earlier, why the sudden change of behavior?" Chloe grinned. "Was that all for show?'
"No. Not at all. I'm nice." Alex proudly stated. "It's just that I'm concerned with Beca, that's all. You hurt her. Really hurt her."
"Really? Is that all? I don't buy that. It's because you like her." Chloe pointed out. "I can see it."
"Do you have a problem with that?" Alex grinned. "I don't see any problem since you left her the moment you agreed to your father's wants. I'm looking out for Beca." She finally took a beer out of the cooler. "Don't worry, Chloe. I can keep things professional. You know me very well."
Chloe closed her eyes-she counted up to three just so she could control her temper. However, she couldn't let Alex go without saying anything. "Hey Alex!"
"Yes?" Alex turned to Chloe.
"Let me tell you something before you walk away." Chloe smiled at the blonde. "You can say that I left her, but you should know that people who leave can always come back. They can definitely come back."
A/N: And there you go! Alex and Chloe met for the first time again after a long time, plus we had a background of what went on between those girls from way back.
Do you think everything will work out since Chloe took on the endorsement offer? Their world just got smaller, guys! x
