Chapter 11
Chloe beamed with happiness as she looked at herself in the mirror in Aubrey and Stacie's bedroom. The knee length white dress fit her perfectly and she couldn't stop smiling as her mother walked into the room.
"Beca looks absolutely beautiful. You two are such a beautiful couple."
"Thanks, mom," she said as they hugged. Chloe sat down in a seat to put on her shoes and Aubrey walked in with a bright smile.
"You look gorgeous. Thank you, Bree, I…." She gasped and turned up the radio as tears filled her eyes. Aubrey quickly shook her head and fanned Chloe's face.
"No, no crying yet, the makeup is freshly applied and you are ready to go."
"It's our song, Bree, listen," said Chloe as she turned up the stereo even more.
"How cool is this? Beca Mitchell just called in a request. Chloe, she loves you and can't wait to see you walk down the aisle tonight. Congratulations you two, here is Same Sea," said the radio DJ and Aubrey had to fan herself as Stacie walked in.
"Okay, now I am crying," said Aubrey and Stacie winked at her.
"Yea, I almost did too when she called it in. She knew you were listening to the radio, Chloe. Damn, when did Beca get game," teased Stacie and Chloe winked at her.
"Oh trust me, Beca has always had game. Okay, I am ready. Is she?"
"Yep, just waiting on the other bride," said Stacie. Chloe's father entered the room and offered his arm to her.
"Shall we," he asked and she happily nodded.
"We shall," agreed Chloe. Their song was playing throughout the house as Chloe walked through it to the backyard. The sun was setting and the backyard was adorned in white and blue. Beca was waiting for her at the end of the aisle when she stepped outside and if she wasn't going to cry before, seeing Beca in her elegant white dress sealed her fate.
"I'm already a goner," she whispered to Beca as she drew near and Beca giggled. She held out her hand to Chloe and Chloe happily took it. Beca placed a sweet kiss on her lips, but Sammy cleared his throat.
"Not yet, you two," he teased and Beca rolled her eyes. All of the Bellas smiled at them as they stood beside their friends. Beca's eyes never left Chloe's as she thought about their journey to that moment. She remembered the first time she saw Chloe at the activities fair on campus. She remembered the butterflies in her stomach as they sang in the shower. At the time, she thought she was just freaked out because a perfect stranger accosted her in the stall, but looking back she knew she was already falling in love with the unabashed girl that saw no problem asking how high her belt could go. The start of their relationship was a slow burn and after Copenhagen, she was afraid it would burn out of control and destroy them in the process, but it didn't. Instead, they ended up exactly where they were supposed to be. Together. Chloe gently squeezed her hand to snap her out of her memories and she blinked several times.
"Sorry, the eyes tend to mesmerize me. What," asked Beca and their friends and family giggled at the comment.
"Do you, Beca Elizabeth Mitchell, take Chloe Anne Beale to be your wife," asked Sammy.
"Forever and always, I do," she said, repeating the same words she said when they eloped. She could tell Chloe remembered as well when her grin widened.
"Then by the power vested in me, I now pronounce you, wife and wife. Kiss your girl, Reggie," said Sammy and Beca glared playfully at him before passionately kissing Chloe. Their friends and family cheered for them and they happily walked down the aisle and back into the house.
The reception was lively as everyone mingled and danced well into the night. The starry night sky perfectly accompanied the white lights strung around the yard. Chloe and Beca were talking to Mikey and Emily.
"So, Em and I were talking and we decided something," said Mikey.
"Okay," said Beca curiously as Emily cleared her throat.
"Um, we're going to travel a bit this summer," revealed Emily.
"Since I finally have some time off, I'm going to take her on a road trip up the coast all the way up to Washington State."
"We're even going to stay with Cynthia Rose for a few days while we are there," added Emily.
"Em, that's great. So does that mean you aren't going to stay with us," asked Chloe and Emily's eyes widened.
"What? Of course I am, it is only for a couple of weeks and then we will come back. I can still stay, right?"
"Of course, I just wanted to check," said Chloe as they hugged. Beca's eyes never left Mikey and he blushed.
"What, Bec," he asked and she poked him in the chest.
"If anything happens to her on this trip, I will castrate you, Mikey," she warned and Mikey put his hands up.
"I know. I definitely know," he chuckled.
"Now that's how you threaten a man," said Katherine as she approached the group.
"Mom," whined Emily and Katherine winked at her.
"Just kidding, how are you, Mikey?"
"Good Mrs. Junk, just like I was about to tell them, I promise to take care of her."
"My girl can take care of herself, but that is good to know."
"Damn right," agreed Beca and Emily grabbed his hand.
"Okay, we're going to be anywhere but here right now," said Emily before pulling Mikey away and Katherine giggled. She smiled warmly at Beca and Chloe.
"You two look beautiful. I know you will make each other very happy."
"Thanks, Katherine," said Chloe.
"And I just wanted to apologize for what I said before you two left for Los Angeles. I was wrong and I overstepped."
"You are her mother and want what is best for her. We just hope you know now that we do too," said Beca and Katherine winked at them.
"I do," agreed Katherine before walking away. Chloe smiled happily at Beca and they held each other close. The sound of feedback from a microphone turning on made them look up at the patio and Beca tried not to smile too wide as Sia cleared her throat.
"Um, hello, I am Sia and for those that do not know, Beca and I work together. Before we met, I was hesitant about working with her. I heard amazing things about her, but she was young and I wasn't sure if she had the soul to work with me. What I mean by that is that I am very picky about the producers I work with because the sound I look for requires a soulful voice and a heart bigger than the mind. After our first session, I was pretty sure, but what sold me was seeing her with Chloe. Chloe has that type of essence that makes every eye in the room notice her immediately. So, I immediately noticed her when she happily entered the control room with the brightest smile I had ever seen. Beca immediately saw her too and the way her eyes lit up let me know right away that they belonged to one another. Beca introduced her to me and I knew. To have that type of confidence and love and happiness together at such a young age meant that there was something about these two I needed to know more about. Long story short, it worked out perfectly and Beca and I have been making beautiful songs together ever since. So when she asked me to help her write a song for Chloe to share at their wedding, I felt honored and privileged to do so. So, Beca, come serenade your wife," said Sia. She held the microphone out to her as the others applauded. Beca wiped the tears away from Chloe's eyes and kissed her.
"This one's for you, babe," she whispered before going on stage. Sia walked over to the table where the sound equipment was and waited for Beca to give her the cue.
"I have had this song in my head for over a year and it has been very hard to keep it a secret from Chloe because Chloe knows me so well, but I still tried my best to hide it. I knew I wanted to play it at our wedding and I wanted it to tell our love story. We have been through so much and yet I couldn't imagine not going through it because it made us so strong. I have no doubt in my mind that we fit perfectly together. She knows me inside and out because she is perfect for me. This one is for you, Chlo. I am so lucky I get to spend the rest of my life with you. This is called Perfect." Chloe sat down by the rest of the Bellas in front of the patio as Sia handed Beca her guitar. As soon as Beca started strumming it, Chloe couldn't stop smiling.
I found a love for me
Darling just dive right in
And follow my lead
Well I found a girl beautiful and sweet
I never knew you were the someone waiting for me
'Cause we were just kids when we fell in love
Not knowing what it was
I will not give you up this time
But darling, just kiss me slow, your heart is all I own
And in your eyes you're holding mine
Baby, I'm dancing in the dark with you between my arms
Barefoot on the grass, listening to our favorite song
When you said you looked a mess, I whispered underneath my breath
But you heard it, darling, you look perfect tonight
Well I found a woman, stronger than anyone I know
She shares my dreams, I hope that someday I'll share her home
I found a love, to carry more than just my secrets
To carry love, to carry children of our own
We are still kids, but we're so in love
Fighting against all odds
I know we'll be alright this time
Darling, just hold my hand
Be my girl, I'll give you all I am
I see my future in your eyes
Baby, I'm dancing in the dark, with you between my arms
Barefoot on the grass, listening to our favorite song
When I saw you in that dress, looking so beautiful
I don't deserve this, darling, you look perfect tonight
Baby, I'm dancing in the dark, with you between my arms
Barefoot on the grass, listening to our favorite song
I have faith in what I see
Now I know I have met an angel in person
And she looks perfect
I don't deserve this
You look perfect tonight
Chloe stepped onto the patio and passionately kissed Beca as the song ended. Their friends and family cheered and whistled for them as they finally pulled apart.
"I knew," she whispered and Beca smirked.
"I know."
"It would be the only reason you wouldn't share it with me."
"You're right because I want to share everything with you, Chlo. I love you, Mrs. Mitchell."
"I love you too, Mrs. Mitchell."
AN: The song is "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran.