Chapter 10

Friday, one by one, the Bellas flew in from all over to support Emily for her last performance. Beca, Chloe, Stacie, and Aubrey checked into the hotel together to make sure everything went off without a hitch. Aubrey and Stacie were amused at how many people recognized Beca and Chloe when they entered the lobby. A tall, dark, and handsome man immediately greeted them.

"Ladies, I am Marcus, your personal concierge for the weekend. I apologize for not welcoming you at the door. We were on the lookout for a town car," the man apologized, but Beca waved him off.

"Town cars draw attention and we are not looking for attention. Speaking of which, were there any issues with our requests?"

"Of course not, madam, we have many high profile guests and your requests were no trouble at all. I am sure you ladies would like to get out of the lobby and away from the prying eyes, so please follow me." They followed him through a private door that led to a back hallway and Stacie let out a low whistle as she looked around.

"So this is how the other half lives," said Stacie as they entered a private elevator.

"You will get there soon enough, Stace, or should I say, soon to be Dr. Conrad," said Beca and Stacie rolled her eyes.

"Bioengineers make good money, but not world famous producer money. Then too, we just save lives and contribute to human advancements on a regular basis. What do I know?"

"Bitter," teased Beca.

"You know it," giggled Stacie as she hugged Beca. The doors to the elevator opened onto the top floor and even Aubrey's jaw dropped.

"Ladies, welcome to our exclusive, penthouse suites. As you requested, the entire floor is reserved for you this weekend. There are four penthouses on the floor, which should give you plenty of space for the size of your party. Your key cards and private access codes are in the envelopes in each penthouse. There is a private terrace right through those double doors and as always if you need anything do not hesitate to call."

"Thanks, Marcus, the others will start checking in soon. Can you do me a favor and just make sure they get up here without causing too much chaos? I meant to warn the hotel we are a lively group." He chuckled.

"I will do just that," he said before leaving and Stacie gave an appreciative nod at his backside as he entered the elevator again.

"Damn, Marcus better be happy the Hunter is off the market because papi is fine," said Stacie and Aubrey grabbed her backside with a smug smile.

"Agreed," teased Aubrey before kissing Stacie and Beca shook her head.

"I am not sure he could keep up with your level of kink," said Beca and Aubrey playfully nudged Stacie.

"You tell her that stuff," she asked and Stacie winked at her.

"Of course, we're besties. She has to know all the dirty things I do to my girl on a regular basis."

"And that's why you could never be my daughter," announced Beca as Chloe nodded in agreement.

"It's true, very true," added Chloe. They walked out onto the terrace overlooking the city and Beca wrapped her arms around Chloe from behind.

"You can see Residual Heat from here. I missed this place."

"Me too, baby, and I have a feeling we will do a lot of reminiscing while we are here. I can't believe Sammy talked you into performing at Atlanta Keys tomorrow night."

"With Sia being in town and Calvin canceling last minute, it was more of a contractual agreement than a favor. Besides, I am just DJing, and I know some of the Bellas are huge fans so it should be a good night. Let's go take a nap before everyone else arrives. I am seriously exhausted. West coast to East coast travel always kicks my butt," she said and Chloe sweetly kissed her as she pulled her toward one of the penthouses.

"You two going to be okay for a bit," asked Chloe and Aubrey smiled slyly.

"We'll find something to do," assured Aubrey.

"I'm sure you will," called Chloe over her shoulder with a giggle.

By that evening, all of the Bellas had arrived at the hotel and got settled in before heading over to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center. It felt like old times as they headed into the venue and looked around. All of the memories washed over them and Beca kissed the top of Chloe's hand.

"Remember how nervous we were our first time here," she teased and Chloe rested her head on her shoulder as they all looked around. Cynthia Rose called them all over and pointed to a picture that made them smile. It was taken during their last performance on stage.

"That one is my favorite too," said a voice behind them. Beca, Chloe, Stacie, and Aubrey smiled as the other Bellas ran over to greet and hug Emily.

"I missed you guys so much," said Emily as she hugged each of them.

"We missed you too, but damn, Legacy, you're all grown up now, girl. You are rocking that outfit," said Cynthia Rose and they laughed as she gave a twirl.

"Thanks, that's the one good thing about the new Bellas. They do have pretty cool style and Lainey is a fashion designer."

"The one good thing," questioned Amy and Emily glanced at the others before clearing her throat.

"I better get backstage. You'll still be here after the competition, right?"

"Of course, we have to party it up Bella style," said Amy and Emily nodded before jogging back toward the backstage area.

"What was that about," asked Amy as they walked back over to Beca, Chloe, Aubrey, and Stacie.

"It's a long story, but the new Bellas aren't exactly friendly with Em. Don't make it a big deal. In fact, I want to use this weekend to help take her mind off of it, so let's be really supportive," informed Beca and they all nodded.

"Which means no picking on her, Amy," warned Chloe and Amy huffed.

"Hey, don't give me that look. I mean yea, I messed with the baby dingo a bit, but I never meant any harm. She knows that, right?" Chloe nodded as Beca rubbed her back.

"Yes and sorry, I am just a bit irked by the fact that these girls could be mean to her. That was never what being a Bella was all about," said Chloe, but Aubrey scoffed.

"How quickly you forget our first years as Bellas, Chlo. They weren't exactly rainbows and unicorns either. This group of Bellas is by far the best and most unique. We became a family, but we were the exception, not the rule. There were other groups that I know are still close, but you would be amazed how catty things could get," explained Aubrey and Chloe nodded in agreement as she beamed with pride at all of them.

"Yea, we were so aca-awesome," agreed Chloe.

"What do you mean were? We are still the baddest, raddest, most aca-awesome of them all," said Cynthia Rose as they all did their secret handshake.

"Bellas for life," they said in unison and smiled at each before heading to their seats.

While Beca, Chloe, Aubrey, and Stacie were not fond of the younger group, they were talented and it was not surprising when they were announced the winners. All the Bellas hooted and hollered for Emily when she was handed the trophy and hoisted it in the air. After the competition, they waited for Emily outside in the lobby of the building and she happily hugged them as they congratulated her.

"Way to represent, Legacy," cheered Amy and Emily laughed as Amy picked her up and twirled her around.

"You did amazing, kid," said Beca when Amy put her down and Emily hugged her.

"Aw, wow, Emily, I guess you weren't lying about them actually coming to see you. I guess I lost that bet," said someone behind them and Emily shook her head in disbelief as the younger Bellas walked over to them. Beca glared at the girls as Aubrey held Stacie back. Chloe gave Beca a look.

"Let it go," advised Chloe, but Beca stepped forward and stood toe to toe with the young Bella that had spoken.

"So you are the queen bee of the group. When you were on stage, I was trying to figure out which one of you wasn't loved enough as a child, but now I know." One of the girls giggled, but quickly cleared her throat as the others glared at her.

"Oh good, at least one of you has an actual sense of humor. Hi, I'm Beca."

"We know who you are. Each competition we go to, we are compared to all of you and it doesn't help that Emily never shuts up about it. We are supposed to be about sisterhood. We should act like a family. Please, that's cute, but I am here to win, show off my talent to get discovered, and then get the hell out."

"And you thought interacting with a music producer like a mean girl was the best way for that to happen?"

"There's no denying your talent, but we wouldn't be compatible anyways. Your sound is tired unless you like that dance pop, electro house stuff."

"This chick done lost her mind," said Cynthia Rose and Emily smirked.

"She produces music for your favorite singer, Gina. God, you are so obtuse sometimes," grumbled Emily.

"Look who's got a backbone now that her girls are back in town for a night. Don't worry Emily. You'll be sulking around the house wondering what they are all doing soon enough." Beca looked back at Chloe, who nodded.

"Oh yea, you can kill her now," said Chloe and Beca smiled smugly at the girl.

"Wow, this is a lot. I mean you're pretty much every horrible stereotype about women rolled into one body, but let's overlook that for a moment. Who's your favorite singer?" The girl didn't answer, but Emily chimed in.

"Rihanna, she pretty much worships her. I love her too, but if I hear Rude Boy blaring from the bathroom one more fucking morning I am going to….." Amy had to cover her mouth as Flo, Jessica, and Ashley held Emily back.

"Wait, so let me get this straight, you are talking shit to the producer currently working on the album of your favorite artist? You're super smart. I can tell. But, how about I make you a deal? I will personally give you Rihanna's number if you ladies can beat us in a riff-off." Amy pumped her fist.

"Oh hell yea, now we're getting somewhere," said Amy.

"You sure about this," whispered Chloe and Beca winked at her.

"Their choreography is robotic and I saw some of them literally counting to stay on beat. They can't improvise to save their lives," Beca whispered back.

"Okay, you're sure about this," agreed Chloe. Gina crossed her arms.

"What happens if you win," she asked and Beca glared at her.

"You take your shitty attitude and check it at the door until she graduates. As much as it pains me, I can't help that you're all evil little mean girls that need to pick on good people to feel something, but I can shut you the hell up. You win, you get the number. We win, you chill the hell out. Deal or are you starting to remember who you are talking to," challenged Beca and Gina shushed the girls behind her as they nervously whispered. A crowd was forming and people were already pulling out their phones as they recognized Beca.

"Deal," said Gina and Beca laughed.

"Let's see what you girls got. By all means, you are the champions. Start us off," encouraged Beca before pulling Emily closer to her.

"I just offered up Rihanna's number to the spawn of Medusa. We have to win this, kid," whispered Beca and Emily winked at her.

"Don't worry, Pops. Besides, they've never actually done a riff-off."

"How is that possible," asked Aubrey and Emily shrugged.

"They didn't understand them, so they did away with them."

"Seriously, are they every privileged millennial stereotype rolled up into one group," asked Bella and Emily nudged her.

"I told you," said Emily with a nod. Beca smiled smugly at the younger Bellas as they began arguing amongst themselves about which song to sing.

"Problem, ladies," asked Beca and Gina stomped her foot as she marched back over to her.

"Look, this is stupid. How about you perform a song, we perform a song, and then we let the crowd decide who wins?"

"Yea, no, that's not what a riff-off is," said Chloe as she shrugged.

"Sorry, no Ri-Ri for you," said Beca and Gina let out a frustrated growl.

"You know what, I bet you don't even remember how to do one and you are just messing with us anyways, so whatever." All of the Bellas started laughing.

"Dude, it was two years ago. Of course we do, but don't worry. We will show you. I mean unless you folks don't want to see how it is done," called Beca and the crowd cheered and clapped.

"You see first, you start with a beat. Hit us up, Lilly," said Beca and Lilly walked into the middle of the circle.

"And then, you pick a category. Chlo, what are you thinking," asked Beca. Chloe looked back at the Bellas and winked at them.

"How about party songs," she suggested.

"Simple enough and then you just let your talent and ability to read each other do the rest." Lilly started the beat as the Bellas started dancing to it. Flo and Amy walked to the middle and started singing "Get The Party Started" by P!nk as Beca winked at the younger Bellas.

"See the trick is to match the last word of the old song with the first word of the new song," explained Beca as the Bellas started getting into the music and playing off of each other.

"I'm coming out so you better get this party started. I'm coming out so…" Aubrey slid in between Flo and Amy and gave a nod at the younger Bellas as she sang.

"So don't you dare look back, just keep your eyes on me. I said you're holding back. She said shut up and dance with me…" Gina rolled her eyes as Beca slid into the middle and started singing "Ignition." The crowd started cheering as the Bellas transitioned from song to song and danced with each other. Emily winked at Gina as she switched songs and all the Bellas danced around her. Once they finished, the crowd erupted into applause and the Bellas all hugged Emily as Beca continued to taunt Gina.

"I just wanted to teach you the ropes since you are a future captain. I mean, you're welcome," laughed Beca. Chloe shook her head in amusement at how much Beca was enjoying taking the girl to task. Amy wrapped a protective arm around Emily.

"Come on, Legacy," she said as they started to leave, but Emily spun around to face Gina and the younger Bellas again.

"Before I go, I have something to say," said Emily and Lilly smiled.

"This is the good part of the movie when she kills her," whispered Lilly and Emily looked around at everyone else.

"I seriously cannot be the only one who hears her," she exclaimed, but Lilly shrugged. Beca turned her back around to face Gina.

"Focus, kid," whispered Beca.

"Oh, right, um, look, I know you guys hate me, but I really hope that you learn to respect yourselves. You are all so talented, but you're shallow. You don't care about anyone but yourselves. I was going to give you the pitch pipe tonight. I even asked Beca to get you tickets to the concert tomorrow as an olive branch."

"What tickets," asked Lainey.

"Pops is performing with Sia, you know the one she won the Grammy with, or is that too dance pop for you girls? You don't have to like me. I like me and I happen to have some of the coolest family in the world. I just hope one day, you'll like you. Let's go," she said before walking out with the rest of the Bellas as the crowd clapped for them. Lilly shook her head in disappointment at the younger Bellas before running up to join her friends.

"Still should have killed her," whispered Lilly and Emily looked at Beca.

"Pops, you had to have heard…"

"I heard it this time. We don't question it, kid. We don't talk about it," said Beca and Emily laughed as they exited the venue.

Once they got back to the penthouses, they ordered food and hung outside on the terrace catching up and listening to music by the fire pit. It was like falling into a familiar rhythm as they joked and reminisced about some of their crazier moments. Beca excused herself and shook with mirth as she spoke with Rihanna on the phone.

"I'm just giving you a heads up because some videos of it are going viral."

"Well it isn't everyday Beca Mitchell challenges some kids to get down. What would you have done if they would have actually won?"

"Ran….quickly," giggled Beca and Rihanna laughed.

"You are crazy, Bec. Have fun with Furler tomorrow and try not to go viral anymore this weekend, except on stage."

"I will try, but I make no promises."

"Tell Chloe I said to keep you in line."

"Will do, see you back in the studio next week," said Beca before hanging up and Chloe giggled at her as she hung up and joined everyone back out on the terrace.

"Crisis averted," teased Chloe and Beca kissed her before nodding.

"Yes, she will not be blindsided with any questions on my account. She told me to tell you to keep me in line though." Chloe smirked at that.

"That's a 24/7 job," she teased as Beca draped her legs over Chloe's lap.

"I can't believe you just got off the phone with Rihanna. Pops, you are so cool."

"Thanks, kid. I am proud of you for what you said to them tonight. They needed to be put in their place."

"Legacy, why didn't you tell us you were being held hostage by aca-bitches? You know we got your back," said Cynthia Rose and the others nodded in agreement as Emily looked down.

"I didn't want you to think I couldn't handle it on my own. All of you are so strong. I mean you are all doing your thing and you came together as Bellas in the first place. I wish I had your strength."

"Em, none of us did it alone," said Stacie.

"Aubrey and I were terrified when we took over, but we had each other. Our first year as a new group was full of obstacles. We had to learn to trust each other. When Aubrey left, Beca and I took over, so I never once felt alone. You are strong, Em. Being strong doesn't mean doing it all by yourself though," explained Chloe. The others nodded in agreement and Emily sighed happily.

"I missed this. I missed having actual friends that give a damn about me." Beca winked at her.

"Bellas for life, kid."

"Bellas for life," they all toasted.

"So, Bec, Chlo, when is Bhloe going to become official," asked Amy.

"Amy, I'm pretty sure their ship name is Be…."

"I don't care, Legacy," teased Amy and Chloe rolled her eyes.

"What did I say about being nice," warned Chloe, but Emily waved her off.

"It is kind of weird when she is nice to me, Moms. Besides, I know she loves me." Amy gave her a nod and wink.

"So, guys, when's the date," asked Flo. Beca and Chloe glanced at each other and Beca cleared her throat.

"Uh, we have something to tell you," said Beca and Amy gasped.

"You are breaking up? You can't! I won't allow it! Think about the kids," wailed Amy and Chloe laughed.

"We aren't breaking up, Amy. We are already married," announced Chloe.

"Wait, you didn't invite us to the wedding," asked Flo.

"We eloped, but we still plan on having a ceremony. We have just been busy," explained Beca.

"So then, when is the ceremony," asked Cynthia Rose and Beca slipped her hand into Chloe's.

"I guess it is time to set an actual date. What do you say, Chlo?"

"We'll do it this summer. I want to do it here though, maybe in the backyard of Bree and Stace's, if that is okay with you ladies." Aubrey and Stacie grinned.

"Of course it is," said Aubrey.

"Then I guess we are having a summer wedding….in Atlanta…one of the hottest….is this a good idea? I feel like that isn't a…" Chloe cut Beca off with a kiss and cupped her cheek.

"You are exchanging vows with me in front of all our friends and family this summer in the city we met in."

"Kay," whispered Beca before kissing her again and the others laughed.

"Definitely married, she is completely whipped," said Amy and they all laughed as Beca continued to kiss Chloe while showing Amy the middle finger. Emily sighed happily as she looked around the fireplace. For the first time in a long time, she felt at home.

The next evening, Chloe led the Bellas to the backstage entrance of Atlanta Keys and the bodyguard immediately opened the door. Several fans were behind a railing by the door and screaming for her.

"Chloe, can we have your autograph? Please," called some of the fans and Aubrey nudged her.

"Don't keep your fans waiting. Don't be that celeb, Chlo," teased Aubrey and Chloe playfully nudged her back before going over to the railing to sign autographs and take pictures. Once she finished, she entered into the backstage area of the venue and saw the Bellas talking with Sammy.

"Red, you have to get Beca to perform her new song tonight," said Sammy and Chloe frowned in confusion.

"First off, hey Sammy. Second, why?" Sammy hugged her, which made her giggle.

"Hey, Red, because it is good for business if people think our talent will debut their new stuff here first when they come perform. I want her to release it this summer. I know it is done and…"

"You greedy bastard, I said no," called Beca as she walked over to greet the Bellas. She had to arrive earlier for sound checks and giggled at how much she already missed them.

"Did you ladies enjoy your spa day," she asked.

"Yes, you two are spoiling us. Thank you," said Aubrey and the others all thanked her as well.

"I just wish I could have been there with you, but on show days, Furler is very much about the routine."

"Talking shit about me," teased Sia as she came up behind Beca. The rest of the Bellas gasped when they saw her and she was amused by their response. Beca rolled her eyes.

"First off, yes, you made me miss a spa day with my girls. Second, Bellas, this is Sia. Furler, that's Emily, Cynthia Rose, Lilly, Amy, Flo, Jessica, and Ashley. You already know Stacie and Aubrey."

"The famous Bellas, it is an honor to finally meet you. Beca speaks very highly of you."

"Of us, you are honored to meet….what is my life right now," mumbled Emily and Sia giggled.

"She is adorable. Would you like a picture," she asked and all the Bellas' jaws dropped. Chloe laughed.

"Come on ladies, I will take your pictures with Sia while these two over here have it out," said Chloe and Sammy whined.

"Red…"

"Not in this one," sang Chloe as they walked away and Beca eyed Sammy.

"Trying to get to me through the wife, that's low, Sammy."

"Well, if you weren't being so stubborn…."

"Dude, Chloe hasn't even heard it yet. No!"

"Then go play it for her, Reggie!"

"Don't you Reggie me! You need to chill. I will release two singles this summer, okay?"

"Not okay."

"Sammy, I am not budging."

"Why are you being weird about this one? You are never this weird. I mean you are weird, but never this weird." Beca groaned and pulled him closer.

"Fine, but you can't tell anyone or I swear to God I will…."

"Get to the point, Beca, we have a show to do."

"I am going to play it at our wedding ceremony," she whispered and he nodded.

"Oh, okay, why didn't you just say that?"

"It is a surprise, dude! Now, go bother someone else. I am trying to get ready," she said and he chuckled.

"Love you too, can't wait to hear it." Beca pinched the bridge of her nose, but then smiled when Chloe walked back over and wrapped her arms around her.

"No being stressed, this is a happy moment, Becs. This is where we finally kissed."

"Oh we did plenty of kissing in Copenhagen," she teased and Chloe giggled.

"I mean as an actual couple. This is where we were when I knew everything was going to be okay." Beca wrapped her arms around her wife and sighed happily.

"Yea, me too," she agreed before passionately kissing her.

"Get a room," called Cynthia Rose and Sia laughed.

"They are hilarious, Beca. Are you ready?"

"Yea, just one more thing and then I will be."

"See you out there," said Sia and the Bellas were beaming with happiness.

"Pops, your job is so cool," said Emily and Beca winked at her.

"Yea it is. Uh, one last thing, you know Chloe and I feel bad about being distant the past couple of years, so I thought to myself, what could I get the kid to make her forgive us."

"Pops, you're already forgiven and….wait, there is a present? I want a present," said Emily as she nodded and held out her hand.

"I'm a bit bigger than that," said Mikey with a bright grin and Emily gasped.

"I'm sure he is," teased Stacie as Emily hugged him.

"Hey, Em."

"Hey, Mikey…wait….I get Mikey? I finally get my drummer," exclaimed Emily and Beca smirked.

"Well, you two will have to decide all of that, but I figured you could get that chance, unless you aren't interested and…."

"Thank you, thank you, thank you," said Emily before smiling sweetly at Mikey.

"Hi," she said and he smiled back.

"Hi."

"Oh good God, I am not watching this. Come on, lover boy. We have a show to put on. You two can talk after." Mikey chuckled and waved at Emily before being dragged away by Beca.

"Isn't he like 28," asked Cynthia Rose and Emily smiled smugly.

"I like men, not boys."

"Okay, get it, Legacy," said Cynthia Rose as they high-fived. Chloe hummed to herself as she looked down at her watch.

"What are you doing," asked Aubrey.

"Just wait for it," she said and suddenly Beca came sprinting back around the corner.

"Forget something," asked Chloe with a knowing smile.

"Yep, hi."

"Hi, good luck, baby," she said before tenderly kissing Beca. Beca kissed her hands and then ran back toward the stage as Chloe sighed happily. She jumped when she turned and saw the Bellas staring at her with cheesy grins.

"What, it is a ritual thing. Artists are creatures of habit."

"You two are so cute. You will have little dingoes running around before we know it," said Amy as she pretended to wipe away a tear. Chloe showed her middle finger and Amy blew her a kiss as they headed to their seats.