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Chloe woke up around 9:30 and found herself in the little spoon position. Smiling at how her and Beca's positions had switched some time during the night. She eased herself out of Beca's arms and went to use the bathroom. She washed her hands and went to the kitchen to start the coffee. She was halfway down the stairs when she smelled coffee and realized someone else was already up. "Probably CR," she thought.
She walked into the kitchen and sure enough CR was sitting at the counter with a cup of coffee.
"Good morning," Chloe said cheerily.
"Good morning," said CR. "How's the nose?"
"It's better. Some of the swelling has gone down and it doesn't hurt anymore," Chloe replied. "Beca and I were talking and decided since the other girls didn't get back until 3:00 this morning, and they were all very drunk, that we would change the reservation for brunch to 2:00 pm. That's not a problem for you is it?" she asked.
"Nope. That works for me. So how did I not wake up when 5 very drunk Bellas came stumbling in at 3:00 a.m.?" CR said.
Chloe laughed. "Beca and I managed to corral them and get them to their rooms without too much fuss. You're welcome by the way!"
CR laughed. "My usually sleep deprived body says thank you."
They both sat drinking their coffe. Chloe broke the silence and said "CR, can I ask you something personal?"
"Sure, go ahead," CR responded.
"How did you know when you were "in love" and didn't just "love" the person?" Chloe asked.
"I know that I love my family and my friends. I knew that I was in love when they were the only thing I could think about. That I wanted to be there for them, and wanted to take care of them. I remember, and I know this sounds corny, watching an episode of "Grey's Anatomy" and Torres was having a hard time deciding if she wanted to follow her girlfriend, Penny, to New York. Bailey told her to "picture her daughter 15 years in the future. She's playing soccer for Team USA at the Olympics and the crowd and you are shouting, "Torres, Torres, "Torres." While you're picturing all that, who is standing next to you?" CR said. "As soon as I pictured this kind of scenario in my head, I knew I was in love and I proposed to my girlfriend, Terry, the very next day. She was the one I was "in love" with." CR finished.
"Wow. That's beautiful." Chloe said with a tear in her eye.
"Yeah, it is. So, who does our ginger think she might be in love with?" CR asked. She hopes the answer is someone she knows really well.
"Can you keep a secret? I mean seriously not tell anyone? Even your wife?" Chloe asked.
"I promise I won't say a word to anyone," CR said.
"I think, no, I know I'm in love with Beca," Chloe whispered.
CR cheered in her head but calmly said "I'm happy for you, Chloe." She patted Chloe's hand and asked "Are you going to tell her?"
"I think I have to. Since I've been here I feel like our relationship has changed. I don't know if she feels the same way but I can't leave here not knowing," Chloe said with a frown.
CR smile and said, "You should definitely tell her. I think you'll be surprised by her reaction. I've seen the two of you together and I don't think you have anything to worry about."
Chloe smiled and said "Thanks, CR. I just hope you're right."
CR smiled back at Chloe and thought "I know I am."
Their conversation was halted by a yawning Beca coming into the kitchen. She grabbed a cup and poured herself some coffee as CR and Chloe watched her every move. She put the cup to her lips and looked at the other two women and said "What?"
Both women just smiled and didn't say anything. "Weirdos," Beca said and sat down at the counter.
"I told CR about the change of plans for brunch," Chloe told Beca.
"Good. It's only 10:15 and I'm going to need something to hold me over until 2:00. You guys up for some bagels and cream cheese?" Beca asked.
"Sounds good," Chloe and CR responded at the same time.
Everyone was finally awake and got busy packing so they could leave as soon as brunch was over. Beca drove Chloe, CR, and Amy, because they were all coming back to her house after brunch. Stacie drove Aubrey so she could take her to the airport, and Jessica and Ashley took their car so they could leave directly from the restaurant.
Brunch went well and everyone hugged and said their goodbyes. Beca drove her passengers back to her house. Amy got her bags and left to go home. CR stayed for just a bit to discuss her next album with Beca. She then left which left Beca and Chloe alone.
"So, um, do you think we could, you know, uh, talk?" Beca asked Chloe.
"Sure. There's something I wanted to talk to you about as well," said Chloe nervously.
"Oh, well then by all means you go first," Beca was quick to say.
"Oh no, you go. I can wait," Chloe responded back just as quickly.
They both were quiet for what seemed like hours, although it was more like 30 seconds before Beca spoke.
"Okay, here's the thing. I'm going to talk to my publicist on Monday because I need to publicize the fact that Jesse and I are no longer together." Beca paused.
"Oh. I guess that's something you have to deal with being a well known figure," Chloe said.
"Yeah, but that's not all. We also have to strategize on another even bigger announcement. One that might surprise you," Beca said.
Chloe grabbed Beca's hand in hers and said, "Becs, you can tell me anything. You know that right? I'm here for you."
Beca smiled. "Well, the thing is, I've been going through something and it's all finally clear to me now. I talked to CR about it and I'm not confused or worried about it anymore."
Chloe's heart stopped for just a second. Is Beca going to tell people she's gay? Is she going to tell people because she's already in a relationship? Chloe furrowed her brow and said "So, what's the big news?"
Beca looked at her. It was now or never. "I'm going to come out as bisexual. I know that a lot of people are more accepting of the LGBT community, but there are also a lot who are not. I just have to hope that my fans accept it," Beca said.
"Beca, I'm sure your fans will continue to love and support you no matter what," Chloe said and hugged Beca. Her smile was genuine but she still felt a little uneasy.
Beca pulled back from the hug. "There's more," she said. She chewed on her bottom lip and thought about how to put her feelings into words.
"Go ahead, Becs. You can tell me," Chloe said encouraging Beca.
"The reason I'm putting this out there now is because I hope to be seen dating a woman that I realized I am hopelessly in love with. Someone I've known for a very long time." Beca said. "I don't want to hide any relationship I have, whether it's with a man or a woman. I just don't know yet if this woman feels the same way."
Chloe thought about this for a moment. Suddenly her mind went back to what CR told her earlier that day. Could she be the woman Beca was talking about? Did Beca have feelings for her? Chloe looked at Beca wide-eyed and said quietly, "Do I know this woman, Beca?"
Beca looked at her and replied, "Better than anyone else in the world."
Chloe pulled Beca to her and joined their lips in a kiss. Beca was stunned but immediately started kissing her back. She put her hands on Chloe's hips and pulled her closer. Chloe put her arms around Beca's neck and they continued to kiss until breathing became necessary.
"I love you, too!" was all Chloe said and leaned in for more kissing. Beca was happy to oblige.
So, there it is - BeChloe reigns supreme. This is not the end of the story. I plan to do a chapter to tie things up a little and an epilogue with a jump to the future. Thanks for reading; let me how you like/don't like it.
