So sorry this has taken a while to get out. I've been busy and just lacking inspiration, but hopefully you like this chapter :)

Outtake III

Jesse walked into his apartment and threw his work stuff on the couch. Now that Aubrey wasn't living with him anymore, he didn't feel like he had to keep things in order anymore. Once they returned from his parents' house, she packed up most of her stuff until she was able to find an apartment she could afford.

Living with Aubrey for a month after Christmas was awkward, and that was putting it lightly. She was okay with him wanting to be with Beca instead of her, and she decided she would move out since it was his apartment in the first place, so she wasn't so bad. There would be nights he would pass by her bedroom (which used to be the guest room) and hear her crying, which would make him feel awful. She'd act normal in the morning, so he would do that same. Beca wouldn't come over while she was there, though, and adamantly refused to stay over until Aubrey moved out. Beca didn't want to unintentionally rub whatever she had going on with Jesse in her face.

"I come bearing food," Beca said when she walked into Jesse's apartment; letting herself in with the key he gave her. "Sushi from your favorite place."

"Knew I liked you for a reason," he said when he looked up from the piano. "You can start eating, I want to try to get some more done while I'm in the zone."

"In the zone, huh?" she smirked as she put the food on the table and walked over to him. "Feeling particularly inspired, nerd?"

"Lately? Yes," he said as he looked at her with pure adoration. "I haven't felt this inspired in a while."

"That's good," she said as she walked into the kitchen for glasses and plates. "When Aubrey had told me she hadn't heard any of your music, I was in shock."

"I would try, but I just had nothing," he shrugged as he wrote down the last of his composition and covered the piano keys. "Everything I was coming up with didn't sound right to me. Just didn't sound like something I'd create, you know?"

"Yeah," she nodded as she handed him the drinks. "When you change, your music changes. Happens when I would create my mixes. Everyone always knew what type of mood I was in at the time I made it."

"I guess being with Aubrey made me change a bit," he said. "I kind of feel bad about the whole situation."

"What about it exactly?" she said, feeling her stomach tighten with nerves.

"I knew I wasn't really in love with her all that time and I stayed with her anyway because it was just there. Like our relationship was there and I knew trying to find someone else wasn't going to happen, and she kind of just fell into my lap. I couldn't stop thinking about you."

"It was hard for me too," she said quietly as she played with her chopsticks. "I just threw myself into my work after I saw you that night and Drew would have to take me aside sometimes just to make sure I was still eating and taking care of myself because I practically lived at the studio. Being home sucked because it reminded me of you."

"I should have never let you go that night. I should have stayed with you," Jesse told her.

"I ignored you, nerd," she shook her head. "It's not your fault, you tried. It's mine. I got scared and I did what I always did."

"You're not ignoring me anymore, though," he said as he grabbed her hand that was resting on the table.

"No," she smiled. "Not anymore."

"So, to move on to better conversation topics," he said with a huge smile. "Seeing how I know you're not working this Friday and I took off, I think it's about time I take you out on a real date."

"After two years Jesse Swanson is finally going to take me out on a date," she said with a smirk. "Well, I feel honored."

"You should," he said as he shoved a piece of sushi in his mouth and began talking. "Not everyday I do this."

"That's super attractive, nerd," she laughed as he spoke with his mouth full. "Really turns me on to see your chewed food."

"All part of the charm, baby," he winked after swallowing. "Exactly how turned on are you?"

"Oh no, I don't put out before the first date, Swanson," she said, trying to keep a serious face. "What type of girl do you think I am?"

Friday had come around and Beca found herself getting ready in Jesse's bathroom for their date. She had become so used to being in his apartment in the short time they've been together that her apartment didn't feel like home anymore. She finished her usual dark makeup and looked down at her outfit to make sure it looked alright. She had on jeans, a sheer black button up shirt, and heels since Jesse constantly made fun of her height.

"Ready?" he called out from the living room.

"Yeah, yeah," she said as she walked out of the bathroom. "How's this?"

"You look beautiful," he said as he stared at her while getting up from the couch. "Absolutely stunning."

"You just wanna get in my pants tonight," she joked, trying to hide her blush as she went to get her bag.

"Ah man, you figured it out," he said as he snapped his fingers. "You've foiled my plans."

"Good," she smirked. "Let's go, I'm hungry."

"After you," he said as he opened the door and found Aubrey standing on the other side, fist frozen in the air like she was about to knock and a shocked look on her face. "Hey, Aubrey."

"I knew I should have called," she said as she saw that they were dressed up. "I'm sorry, I'll come back."

"No, come in," Beca said, grabbing her wrist to pull her in. "What's up?"

"I was looking for a necklace my grandmother gave me and I couldn't find it. I tore apart my apartment looking for it but it wasn't there. So I came here hoping I could look around to find it," she said, blushing a bit. "I had no idea you were here, Beca. I'm sorry."

"Stop it," she shook her head. "We were just on our way out, but we can stay and help you look."

"Like on a date?"

"Uh, yeah," Jesse said awkwardly. "First time we've both been free at normal times of the night to go out."

"Oh God, I ruined the first date," Aubrey moaned in embarrassment. "I'll leave, the necklace really isn't that important."

"Stay here and look," Beca said as she handed Aubrey her key to Jesse's apartment. "Let me know if you found it. If not, I'll help you look for it like tomorrow or something."

"Are you sure?" she asked, looking at Jesse to make sure this was alright. He just nodded and gave her a small smile. "I won't be here long, I promise."

"We'll see you later," Beca said as she stood up, hugging her before grabbing Jesse's hand and leaving.

"That's like a sign we shouldn't do this," Jesse groaned as they got into the elevator.

"So you don't want to go on a date with me now?"

"No, no, it's not that," he quickly amended. "Just what are the odds that Aubrey shows up on tonight of all nights?"

"It's just a coincidence," Beca said. "I know what necklace she's talking about, she used to wear it all the time. It means a lot to her. She'll be in and out once she finds it, don't worry."

"What if she takes some of my hair and makes a shrine or a voodoo doll to attack me since I broke up with her to date her sister who I was with originally and had knocked up," he said. "God, sounds like a Jerry Springer episode."

"When you put it like that it does," she rolled her eyes. "Aubrey's okay with this, trust me. Well, as okay as you can be in this situation."

"Okay, if you say so," he nodded. "If she's still there when we get back, she's going to have to come back another day."

"Oh yeah? Why's that?" Beca smirked.

"She might be okay with us dating, but I'm not sure she'll be completely okay with what I want to do with you tonight," he whispered huskily in her ear.

"You may be right," she said as she turned to kiss him. "Let's kick her out now."

"Nope, you don't put out on the first date, remember? You'll put out after the first date."

"I may make an exception," she said as he pulled her out the elevator.

"But I want to take you out. I never got to do this for you," he said as they walked over to his car and he opened the door for her.

"Let's go, nerd," she said, trying hard not to smile at his sweetness.

"Chloe wants us to come up to visit and see the new baby," Jesse said as they ate in the restaurant that Beca had wanted to try for a while. "Her house is a complete mess from what Tom says, but we can stay by my parents for the weekend."

"Yeah, that sounds good," Beca nodded. "I have to hunt down the embarrassing baby pictures I never got to see anyway."

"God no," he shook his head. "No way."

"Oh, yes way," she smirked. "It's like a rite of passage, nerd. Get over it."

"Do I get to see any of you?"

"Nope," she said, her smirk widening. "Besides, I think we should hold off on any family dinners at my house for a while."

"Why? I never met Aubrey's mom. I just know what she looks like from you showing me pictures and telling me about your 'step-monster' and your dad."

"Aubrey may have drunkenly let it slip our situation and Shelia's not your biggest fan and my dad is just conflicted. My mother thinks its fantastic though because she sees it as karma for Shelia stealing my father from her."

"Wow," Jesse said, not knowing what else to say exactly. "That's, uh."

"Welcome to my fucked up family," she said as she took a sip of wine. "Dysfunction at it's finest."

"All families are dysfunctional. Mine is far from perfect."

"Your family is great," Beca said with a smile. "Seriously. I love your family. I'll trade you."

"Well, you're family now," he said as he grabbed her hand. "I'm not letting you go this time, I hope you realize that."

"I do," she nodded. "I don't want to run this time."

"Good."

"How about we end this first date and have dessert at home," she whispered across the table. "Aubrey just texted me she found the necklace and left."

"Sounds like a plan," he said as he waved down the waiter. "Best first date ever."

"I've had better," she said with a small shrug.

"Oh yeah?"

"Oh definitely," she smirked. "There's still time to make it the best though."

"Let's not waste anymore time then," he said as he pulled her out of her seat.

Okay, so first I want to kind of apologize. The last chapter I used lines from What to Expect When You're Expecting because honestly they were just so perfect that I wouldn't be able to write them any better. I didn't think it was going to be a big deal because this story is heavily based on that movie and I didn't really think it would give much away. I mean, the beginning of this story talks about how Jesse got Beca pregnant and she miscarried & I mentioned the Rosie & Marco storyline. Apparently it was a big deal, so I'm sorry if it ruined the movie for anyone. There's like four other couples though in the movie and I don't spoil any of those, I swear lol.

Let me know what you thought of this chapter. I don't know if they'll be any more outtakes really, but there may be so keep an eye out!

BTW, anyone watch the Teen Choice Awards? How adorable was Skylar when he accepted his award and thanked Anna. I know there's a lot of people who don't like them together, but I think it's adorable lol.