Chapter 13
SPIN, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Everything happened so fast that Beca didn't know what to do.
Chloe's soft lips which lightly pressed on her own made Beca feel weird. She didn't know how to handle the situation, which made her stare at Chloe in an awkward manner.
She knew that she was not the only one who was shocked. She was sure enough that Chloe also didn't expect for the kiss to happen, but she was stuck in a moment she didn't know she liked or hated.
Acting on her own impulse, Beca slowly backed away from Chloe. Honestly, she didn't know what she's supposed to do next-Beca always finds a way to turn things around, sadly, this is one of the times that she just can't find a way out.
The dance floor was crowded, and Beca didn't really want to cause a scene, so she backed away slowly, until it was safe for her to retreat.
Chloe, on the other hand, was not able to say anything. She didn't know why she had done that-it was a big no-no. It was against the rules. It was not yet time. It was too soon.
Seeing that Beca was taking a few steps back from her, Chloe wanted to stop the brunette. She wanted to apologize, and maybe think of a super lame excuse just so Beca would forget that something silly and awkward had happened.
"Beca…" Chloe spoke up.
But, before Chloe could finally come up with something, Beca managed to swiftly breeze through the crowd.
Of course, Chloe followed the brunette. She had to.
Chloe was panicking, her heart was beating so fast. In fact, while she was trying to look for the brunette, she was mentally cursing and scolding herself for ruining the night. It was supposed to be a good night, but all that was gone in an instant, and she had no one to blame but herself.
Chloe searched the club, and despite her efforts, Beca could not be found. Upon accepting defeat, Chloe had no choice but to go back to their table, where she found Stacie and Aubrey.
"Hey, Chlo. Where's Beca?" Aubrey grinned.
The blonde was able to see Chloe enjoy Beca's company and vice versa, and was indeed, happy for her best friend. Because, finally, Chloe was able to be with Beca even for just quite a while.
Chloe couldn't say anything, she was too shocked and too heart broken.
"Chloe. Where's my cousin?" Stacie managed to ask, since Chloe was not answering Aubrey's question. To be honest, Stacie's tone was out of concern.
"I…" Chloe looked at both girls, and still couldn't say anything.
"What? Are you drunk?" Aubrey laughed at how Chloe acted really weird.
"Beca… She… Uh… left." Chloe replied and tried hard not to show Aubrey and Stacie the sad look on her face.
"Why? What happened? The party just started!"
Chloe could feel Stacie's eyes on her. It was either that, or it was just her imagination for feeling guilty about what she did.
"That's weird. Beca should have told me where she went." Stacie continued to search the dance floor for her cousin. "Maybe she's just out there somewhere."
"No. She left." Chloe said. "I'm sure."
"How sure are you?" Stacie stood up, and again, scanned the area.
"Because…" Chloe can feel that Stacie wouldn't like the next words that would come out of her mouth, but she had no choice. She had to. "I kissed her."
"You what?!" Aubrey and Stacie asked in unison.
"I kissed her." Chloe admitted. "I don't know. We were dancing, and everything happened so fast. I was so caught up in the moment, and then after I kissed her, she looked terrified and left."
"Oh shit." Aubrey cursed, and turned to Stacie who looked like she was about to explode. "Okay, calm down."
"No. You don't tell me what to do." Stacie replied. "I can't believe this." Stacie paced the area back and forth.
"Stacie, I am so sorry." Chloe sighed. "I wanted to tell you, but I can't. I like Beca. Remember my Mystery Girl? It's Beca. I saw her at the record shop the day you and Aubrey met before classes started."
"I know you like her, Chloe. I see the way you look at her. I don't have anything against that. But, Beca, you see, she's not exposed to these things. She probably took off because she couldn't handle what happened. It must've confused her." Stacie explained.
Chloe and Aubrey looked at Stacie who was extremely worried about her cousin.
"Listen, Chloe. Beca needs time to process everything." Stacie added.
"I want to see her." Chloe said.
"No. Not yet. Give her time." Stacie advised.
"I agree, Chloe. You really took her by surprise." Aubrey sighed. "We'll just see what happens tomorrow, alright?"
"I just messed things up." Chloe wanted to cry, and wanted to turn back time just so she could undo what she did.
"Beca got scared, Chloe. It was a normal reaction." Stacie said. "And I know my cousin, there are definitely a lot of things she still needs to discover."
The next two days were hell for Chloe-she never saw Beca after the incident. She hoped that Beca would join them for lunch, but the brunette didn't show up.
She lingered at the quadrangle longer than the usual just to see if Beca would be there, and even went to the library and hoped that she would see her there.
She tried asking Stacie about Beca, but even the former could not give her any news on Beca's whereabouts. All that Stacie managed to tell Chloe was-"Beca is busy". Chloe understood where Stacie stands, of course. She wouldn't tell Chloe the truth.
Sure enough, Beca was avoiding her, and it was all her fault.
BARDEN UNIVERSITY, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
It's Saturday.
Chloe remembered that Jesse would probably be home from D.C. and she dreaded seeing the guy.
Aubrey was the first person she saw in school that day, and definitely, Aubrey asked about Beca. But, Chloe said the same thing all over again. It's true though, Chloe hasn't really seen Beca at all. Not even once.
To Chloe and Aubrey's surprise, they saw Jesse's Rubicon coming to a stop in front of the library-exactly where they were headed.
"It's Jesse." Aubrey stated.
"What do I tell him, Bree?" Chloe started to panic.
"Don't tell him anything about Beca unless he asks." Aubrey instructed. "Act normal."
Chloe nodded and tried to look as calm as possible, so that when Jesse would see them, he wouldn't suspect a thing.
However, to Aubrey and Chloe's surprise, Jesse got out of his Rubicon and proceeded to open the passenger door. They were expecting Jesse to be alone, but seeing that he was opening the door for someone else, Aubrey and Chloe already knew who it could be.
"Bree. It's Beca." Chloe sighed and watched how Beca thanked Jesse. She started to panic and opted to walk away, until Aubrey took a hold of her arm.
"Don't leave."
"What do I do?"
"Nothing. Just say hi." Aubrey mumbled. "Too late to walk away, Chlo. I think Jesse saw us already."
Chloe had no choice but to do what Aubrey told her to do, and she did play it cool even though her insides were churning.
"Hey! What a surprise!" Jesse greeted Aubrey and Chloe with a hug. "Didn't expect to see you here today."
"C'mon, Jesse. It's the other way around. I didn't expect to see you here on a Saturday, and just after you arrived." Aubrey scoffed.
Jesse acted like he was hurt, and laughed along with Aubrey and Chloe.
"So, what brings you here, Jesse? Aren't you tired from your flight?" Chloe asked while subtly looking at the brunette who was on her way to them.
"I'm used to it. Besides, Beca and I have some work to do." Jesse proudly mentioned.
As soon as Beca stood beside Jesse, Chloe felt like she was not worthy enough to look at her. She knew that Beca didn't forget about what she had done, she might have even written it on her planner.
"And, here she is." Jesse snickered. "Beca Mitchell, everyone. Founder of Helping Hands."
"Jesse!" Beca slapped Jesse's arm playfully, which earned questioning looks from both Aubrey and Chloe. "Hi, Aubrey!" Beca greeted the blonde, but was hesitant to greet the redhead. But, out of respect, she did anyway. "Hi." She turned to Chloe and immediately looked away.
"So, Helping Hands, huh? What's that?" Aubrey asked since she had no idea of what Beca was working on aside from her work.
"It's Beca's organization." Jesse confidently mentioned. "C'mon, Beca. Tell Aubrey."
"It's just an organization that I founded. You know, focus on humanitarian work in places around the world. It's under the USAID so…"
"Wait. Under the USAID?" Aubrey interrupted. "Is this the one you were planning on before?"
"Yep. My application just got approved and was allowed registration to work under them and in partnership with them." Beca said as if it was not a big deal.
"Oh my god! Congratulations, Beca!" Aubrey jumped in on the brunette to give her a hug. "I am so happy for you."
"I couldn't believe it 'til now. Jesse, on the other hand, wants to tell everybody! And, thanks, Aubrey." Beca replied as she took in the hug.
Chloe wanted to do the same thing as Aubrey did, so she could make Beca feel that she was really happy and proud of her. Chloe knew how hard Beca worked for the approval of Helping Hands, she saw all of it.
"Congratulations, Beca." Chloe said when Aubrey finally let go of Beca.
"Thank you." Beca plainly replied.
"We have to celebrate. What do you say, Beca?" Jesse turned to the brunette who looked really uncomfortable. "Shall we?"
"I don't know, Jesse." Beca tried to reason out. "It's not really a big thing yet, Helping Hands is not yet officially launched…"
"Then we'll celebrate again once it's officially launched! What do you say, Aubrey? Chloe?" Jesse awaited Aubrey and Chloe's answer.
"Well, if Beca's up to it, then count me in." Aubrey replied. "How about you, Chlo?"
"I don't know, guys. I think I'll pass..." Chloe scratched the back of her neck.
"Chloe, it's Beca's pre-launch celebration." Jesse tried to reason out. "C'mon, it will be fun."
"Jesse, if she doesn't want to, let's not force her." Beca immediately blurted out.
"But, Beca, it won't be the same if we won't be complete. I'm calling Benji and Stacie too, you know."
"Alright. I'm going." Chloe felt that she was unwanted by Beca, but she was stuck in the middle. She didn't want Jesse to suspect anything, and at the same time, she didn't want to make Beca feel uncomfortable.
"That's the spirit! Thanks, Chloe!" Jesse wrapped his arm around Chloe and gave her a side hug. "So, we'll see you later at Bob's Karaoke, alright?"
"Definitely." Aubrey and Chloe replied.
Jesse ushered Beca, and put his hand at the small of her back. Chloe caught sight of this, which was also unnoticed by Aubrey.
"Easy there, tiger." Aubrey chuckled.
"What?"
"Nothing." Aubrey replied and gave Chloe a foolish grin.
"C'mon, Bree. What do I do? It's obvious that she doesn't like me being around her. Did you hear what she said?" Chloe started to throw her arms up in the air while she was ranting.
"Chloe. Calm down."
"I can't, Aubrey. I just ruined my friendship with Beca."
"Just talk to her. Explain your side." Aubrey stated. "There's no other way but that."
"What do I tell her? The truth?"
"Yes. If you're ready, then why not, right? But, it's still all up to you, Chloe. Either that, or still pretend that you're not falling for her."
"I am not falling for her. I just have a crush on her." Chloe countered. "It's different."
"Right. And you didn't kiss her. And, Stacie didn't ask me out."
BARDEN UNIVERSITY LIBRARY, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Once settled in the library, Beca couldn't help but remember the night that Chloe kissed her whenever she sees the redhead.
Beca remembered how she was unable to sleep that night because she thought of all the possible reasons of why Chloe did that. Indeed, Beca was stuck in the middle.
She liked Chloe. She enjoyed every moment with her. Chloe makes her feel comfortable, safe, and free.
However, because of just one kiss, Beca started to question everything including her sexuality.
Beca has never been in a relationship with a girl, and she was really curious as to why she kind of liked the feeling of Chloe being next and close to her, and how Beca's day would brighten up whenever she gets to see or talk to Chloe about anything under the sun. There were lots of things going on in Beca's head.
But the thing here is, Chloe Beale kissed her. And she's just not sure if she hated it or liked it.
Not far from Jesse and Beca sat Aubrey and Chloe, and the latter is really within the brunette's view, causing Beca to remain unfocused.
"Beca? Beca?" Jesse repeatedly asked while snapping his fingers to call Beca's attention.
"Huh? Hey. What?" Beca finally said after several attempts made by Jesse.
"I was saying, your idea of an ocular inspection could be feasible." Jesse stated. "Are you okay?"
"Uh… Yes. Sorry, I'm just tired." Beca pretended to yawn. "Okay, back to business."
"Okay. So, you want an ocular, right? I can accompany you. Where do you want to go first?" Jesse handed Beca the statistical reports he researched on while he was in D.C. "We can visit them all of you want to."
Beca scanned through the papers and considered every factual detail in it.
"You're right. We can go visit them. One place at a time, then maybe when we get back, we can finally see what we could provide them with, depending on their needs." Beca continued to examine the papers. "I just want them to get what they need, and it looks like every place you have included here don't have the same needs as compared to the others."
"Yep. I didn't know what project you would want to do first, so I gathered all those so you could choose. And it looks like you're really inclined to do everything."
"Absolutely. These people need help, Jesse. No need to choose which one, and exclude all the others." Beca said while handing back the papers to Jesse.
"So, when do we start?" Jesse asked.
"After I settle things with my Dad's office, then we'll leave as soon as possible."
Chloe could see Beca and Jesse discussing on their table, and it bothered her that Beca seemed to be fine with not talking to her.
"Chloe, eyes on the drawing." Aubrey whispered upon noticing that Chloe spent most of her time glancing at Beca and Jesse on the opposite table.
"Sorry, Bree. I'm just really bothered." Chloe said as she continued working on her drawing. "Do you think Jesse knows?"
"No. With the way that Jesse acts? He has no idea. Because if he knew about it, then he could have confronted you or he might not even be talking to you." Aubrey replied.
Seeing that Beca excused herself from the table, Chloe wanted to take it as a chance to fully explain her side to the brunette.
"Bree. I'm going after Beca. Stall Jesse if ever, okay?"
"Are you seriously doing this right now? She just left! Might as well wait for a couple of minutes or so. You're being too obvious." Aubrey warned. "Jesse might get the wrong impression."
"You're right. I'll wait for a few more minutes." Chloe returned to her seat and kept her eye on her wrist watch.
Upon realizing that it was already safe for her to follow the brunette outside, Chloe left Aubrey in the table and tried not to catch Jesse's attention. It was good enough that Jesse was so caught up in reviewing, that he didn't notice that Beca hasn't returned yet, and that Chloe was gone.
Chloe tried to think of the places where Beca could be. At first, she checked on Jesse's Rubicon, thinking that Beca might have gotten something in the car, but, the brunette wasn't there or nearby. She tried to check on the nearby school garden, but still, no Beca.
She didn't know where else could Beca go, it was impossible for Beca to leave yet since her things were still with Jesse. Chloe was about to give up when she saw the brunette on the way back to the library with an almost finished iced coffee in hand. She tried to catch up with Beca, who was unaware that she was being followed by the redhead.
"You have been avoiding me." Chloe stated just before Beca could head back inside the library after disposing of her cup.
"Excuse me?" Beca asked in return.
"I said, you have been avoiding me." Chloe reiterated.
"What is it to you?"
"Look, Beca. I know you're mad, but please, let me explain."
Beca gave Chloe a threatening look, but remained quiet.
"About what happened at Spin… Beca, I am so sorry that happened. I didn't know what I was thinking." Chloe explained.
"You kissed me, Chloe." Beca stated. "It was a normal reaction on my part. You can't blame me."
"I know. And, I completely understand. I just want to apologize." Chloe continued. "If you want to avoid me, fine with me. I just want to let you know how sorry I am."
Beca sighed and looked at Chloe in the eye. "Why'd you kiss me?"
"Huh?" Chloe was stunned at Beca's question. She knew that Beca might ask her that, but she was not able to think of a pretty decent reason to back her up.
"You heard me. Why did you kiss me?"
"Beca…" Chloe swallowed hard and tried to evade Beca's stare. "I was drunk."
"Are you serious? You're telling me that right now?!" Beca folded her arms and her voice started to rise.
"I was intoxicated, Beca. People do things whenever they get drunk." Chloe reasoned out as she stood by her excuse. "I am so sorry that it had to be you of all people."
"This is bullshit." Beca gritted her teeth and remained focused on the redhead. "That is a lame excuse, Chloe."
"You don't believe me?" Chloe replied.
"Honestly, I don't know! Thanks to you, Chloe because of that, I don't really know what's going on with me." Beca combed her fingers through her hair. "Everything is so confusing."
"I'm sorry that you felt that way, Beca. But, I took a little more than I should that night." Chloe pressed on further. "Please. Believe me. I want us to be friends again. You know, like we used to."
"I don't think that's going to happen anytime soon. I think I might have to figure things out." Beca stated with a straight look on her face.
"Why? Did that kiss mean anything to you?" Chloe countered, and hoped that she would get a favorable response from the brunette.
Beca didn't know what to say. She really didn't know if that kiss meant anything to her. All she knows is that, she was certain that it felt different.
"I don't know." Beca sighed. "How about you?"
Chloe wanted to retract everything she has said earlier, but she felt that Beca would either way keep distance from her. "Like I said, I was drunk."
"I don't understand you at all, Chloe. I really don't. For a second I thought that I might be able to experience something different, something new and risky. But hearing all those words coming out from you..." Beca took a few steps back from Chloe. "…now it's all clear."
"Clear? Clear of what?"
"That there are times that I tend to overthink things. And that was just one of them." Beca replied. "I have to go. Jesse might be wondering why I took so long to get coffee."
"I really am sorry, Beca." Chloe apologized once again.
"Don't. It was nothing. You were drunk, right?"
Chloe nodded and tried not to cry by biting her tongue.
"See? You said it yourself, Chloe. You were drunk that night. There's nothing to worry about." Beca said as she completely walked away.
BOB'S KARAOKE BAR, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
As per Jesse's request, everyone was there to celebrate the approval of Helping Hands. Stacie, Benji, Aubrey and Chloe were the first ones who arrived. Jesse and Beca, of course would make the grand entrance. They were bound to follow their friends after the dinner Jesse set up for him and Beca.
While Benji was busy ordering drinks for their table, Chloe started to tell Aubrey and Stacie what happened with her encounter with Beca.
Aubrey and Stacie took in all what Chloe stated, and found it difficult to react in Chloe's favor.
"It was justifiable, Chloe. You denied it. It was your chance to tell her everything." Aubrey scolded her friend for making up an excuse instead of telling Beca the truth.
"You could've told her, Chloe. Beca is confused, and I remember telling you that. She needed a confirmation. She wanted to hear something from you to help her." Stacie added.
"I won't be surprised if she won't show." Chloe sighed. "I'm the last person she would want to see right now."
"Beca will be here. I'm sure of that." Stacie replied. "My cousin might be confused, but when she says yes, she means it."
"Go sing to take your mind off her. You know, before she arrives." Benji interrupted and winked at Chloe. "It would help."
Benji knew that the girls were talking about Beca as soon as he saw them whispering to each other from the bar counter. It was not a secret among all of them that Chloe really liked Beca, except for Jesse who was too blind to see all the signs.
Aubrey and Stacie nodded in agreement. Chloe sings well, and she might as well pour her heart out into song just before things might get awkward when Jesse and Beca would finally come in.
Without saying anything, Chloe stood up from their table and started to choose a song. She knew that Benji was right, it could help take her mind off Beca. Even just for a little while.
ARIA, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
"Jesse, we could've taken dinner at home or somewhere else. It doesn't have to be fancy or grand." Beca whispered to Jesse who walked close by when they were led to their table which was especially reserved for them.
"I told you, Beca. It's something special that demands a celebration. It IS a big deal." Jesse pointed out. "Don't worry. I asked permission from the Senator and your mom. They know where you'll be this evening. We have time to enjoy the night."
"This is too much, Jesse." Beca looked around and noticed how Jesse was determined to take Beca out to something fancy.
"C'mon, Beca. We're here. There's no turning back now." Jesse grinned.
Beca nodded in response as Jesse did everything, such as signaling the waiter for their champagne and provided instructions as for their food.
There was a moment of silence between the two, and obviously, Beca's mind was wandering off.
"Beca." Jesse called the brunette's attention. "I'm really happy for you. This is it."
"Thank you, Jesse. I appreciate all of this." Beca smiled in return.
"Beca, there's something I want to tell you." Jesse took in a deep breath and kept his eyes focused on the brunette.
"Go ahead. What's that about? You know you can tell me everything." Beca was oblivious to the fact that Jesse was starting to feel nervous as she sipped her champagne.
"Okay. You see, Beca, it's not a secret that I like you." Jesse said. "I really do, ever since we were in Middle School. Heck, I'm even more excited to see you in D.C., instead of my Dad. I always look forward to those trips because I could be with you." Jesse chuckled.
Beca kept a straight face and tried to figure out where their conversation is going.
"All those family trips, and even dinners with everyone was bearable because you were there. And see, now, you're here, in Atlanta. I don't need to go to D.C., anymore just to see you."
"I don't understand where this is going, Jesse." Beca respectfully interrupted.
"I guess, what I'm saying is, Beca…" Jesse was nervous, as his hands were already starting to sweat. "I like you, and I know how independent you are, and you might not even need someone like me. But, I really do. Rebecca Mitchell, can you give me a chance to show you how much you mean to me? Please?" Jesse asked.
Beca's heart was beating so fast, since she didn't know that Jesse would legitimately ask her for a chance. She knew that Jesse liked her, but all those thoughts were set aside since Beca really didn't focus much on the former's feelings for her.
"Jesse… I really don't know what to say." Beca admitted. "I mean, yes, we're really good friends ever since Middle School, but I didn't expect how strong your feelings are for me."
"You don't need to say much, Beca. All I'm asking for is a chance. Just one chance." Jesse reached out, and held Beca's hands on top of the table.
Beca looked at his hands subtly, and then looked into Jesse's eyes. He was really serious.
"I can't assure you anything, Jesse." Beca sighed.
"It's too soon for you to feel the same way for me. I completely understand." Jesse smiled in response. "There will be no pressure, Beca. I will give you all the time you need. I promise. Just give me a chance."
"You're quite determined, huh?" Beca chuckled just to ease the tension.
"Ever since day one." Jesse grinned.
"Okay." Beca softly said.
"Okay? Really? Okay?" Jesse's face beamed.
"Yes, Jesse. Okay." Beca nodded and laughed at how Jesse couldn't believe what he heard.
She secretly scolded herself for not being able to resist Jesse's charm, but she also knew that she was doing the right thing.
Not only for her-for security, but also for her family, especially her father.
Oh, boy, her father would be delighted to know about it.
BOB'S KARAOKE, ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Stacie, Aubrey and Benji already had a couple of drinks. While, Chloe on the other hand couldn't hide her nervousness despite letting loose on the stage with her friends. She couldn't face Beca again, knowing that the brunette was completely angry with her.
"Calm down, Chloe." Aubrey whispered. "You look so stiff sitting there."
"I think I need to sing one more song." Chloe stood up and once again, returned to the mic on stage.
Chloe scanned through the song list, and noticed that all of the songs were already sung by them. Looking at that one sing title she knew too well, she took in a deep breath and stepped on stage.
"Aubrey, is she singing…" Benji pointed out.
"Shush, Benji. She is." Aubrey watched her friend who started singing on stage.
"Girls like Girls, huh? Nice choice." Stacie shrugged and focused on Chloe.
Stealing kisses from your missus, does it make you freak out?
Got you fussin', got you worried
Scared to let your guard down.
(Boys)
Aubrey, Benji and Stacie were too focused on Chloe singing the song effortlessly on stage, that they failed to notice Jesse and Beca making their way to their table.
Tell the neighbors I'm not sorry if I'm breakin' walls down
Buildin' your girl's second story
Rippin' all your floors out.
(Boys)
Being on stage, Chloe didn't miss the brunette. She tried hard not to look at her while singing, but she couldn't help it since she saw how Jesse would assist the brunette on their way to their table. It made her cringe on the inside/
Seeing Chloe's eyes focused on something, Aubrey followed Chloe's line of sight.
However, it was too late, since Jesse and Beca were nearing them already. Aubrey knew that Chloe would dedicate that song to Beca, and there was no chance that Beca and Jesse didn't hear Chloe's song.
Saw your face, heard your name
Gotta get with you
Girls like girls like boys do - nothin' new
(Boys)
Isn't this why we came?
Gotta get with you
Girls like girls like boys do - nothin' new
Girls like girls like boys do - nothin' new
(Boys)
Jesse and Beca managed to make their way to Stacie, Benji and Aubrey. And like the rest of the group, watched their redheaded friend kill it on stage.
Always gonna steal your thunder, watch me like a dark cloud
On the move collecting numbers
I'mma take your girl out.
It was awkward on the table, and no one really dared to say a word. Not even Jesse.
However, Jesse was unaware that Chloe was singing the song to the brunette sitting beside him. Ironically, Jesse seemed to be amazed at Chloe's voice, and he did enjoy watching his friend on stage.
We will be everything that we'd ever need, oh
Don't tell me, tell me what I feel
I'm real and I don't feel like boys (Boys, boys, boys)
I'm real and I don't feel like boys.
Saw your face, heard your name
Gotta get with you
Girls like girls like boys do - nothin' new.
Beca, on the other hand, took in all of the song's lyrics. She looked at the redhead on stage, and tried to decipher every little detail of it.
Chloe, despite on stage, could feel the brunette's gaze on her but still, continued to finish the song. She wished that Beca would not dare to ask her about it.
Isn't this why we came?
Gotta get with you
Girls like girls like boys do - nothin' new
Girls like girls like boys do - nothin' new
I've been crossing all the lines, all the lines
Kissed your girl
That made you cry.
As soon as Chloe finished, she hopped of the stage and was greeted by applause and cheers from her friends. Beca did too, but Chloe noticed that it was forced.
"Wanna go sing, Beca? Beca here, has a nice voice. You should hear it." Jesse volunteered the brunette who sat beside him.
"I'm not in the mood, Jesse. Sorry, guys." Beca declined. "Jesse should. Right?"
"Yeah, Jesse!" Stacie, Aubrey and Benji cheered, but Jesse wouldn't budge.
"Not now, guys. Maybe later." Jesse snickered.
The group was already starting to have fun, sad to say, Chloe isn't. She remained focused on the brunette sat across her, and noticed how Jesse would be inseparable from her. She wanted another chance to speak to Beca, but it looked like it was impossible for her that night.
So, when Beca excused herself from the table, Chloe immediately grabbed the chance and followed her to the girl's restroom.
"I knew you'd follow me." Beca said as she saw Chloe enter.
"Yeah. I really would like to explain about the song earlier, and of course, tell you the truth."
"About what? You already explained. And besides, everyone could sing Hayley Kiyoko's song." Beca scoffed.
"Beca, the kiss…" Chloe started to speak.
"Is nothing. I remember." Beca interrupted.
"No, Beca. It isn't." Chloe sighed. "I was not drunk, I was completely aware of what I did. I was just too scared of knowing why you reacted that way. I like you, Beca."
"Ha! And now you're here, telling me you like me!" Beca managed to speak up in a raised voice. "I can't believe you, Chloe."
"It's the truth, Beca. I like you. That kiss was really meant for you." Chloe tried hard to be calm and explain her side, despite seeing the brunette fuming.
"I asked you, Chloe. I asked you!" Beca pointed out. "You said, you were drunk, and now this? I'm not someone to be played with, Chloe."
"I know you did. I just couldn't find the courage to let you know." Chloe argued.
"This is so messed up. I can't deal with you right now."
"Why are you so angry anyway? Would it make a difference if I told you the truth earlier? Would you have said yes if I asked you out?!" Chloe couldn't help but raise her voice, she was already frustrated of what was happening.
"Yes." Beca softly answered. "Yes, Chloe. I would have said Yes."
Chloe knew that she wasn't dreaming, she heard Beca's answer, and it was a Yes.
"But you didn't tell me the truth earlier." Beca added. "I was inclined to figure some things out, and maybe come into a certain realization as to why I feel so confused whenever I am with you. But, you told me that it didn't mean anything. That, you were drunk."
"And you believed me?" Chloe asked.
"Of course, I did. I thought that this is just a phase that I'm going through, that it will pass." Beca explained. "And it was confirmed when you told me that it didn't mean anything. Instead of keeping myself confused, I'd resorted to something more secure."
"And what is that?" Chloe's heart was breaking, if only she told Beca the truth earlier, then none of this would be happening.
"Jesse." Beca sighed. "I agreed to go out with Jesse."
"Since when?"
"Just a while ago. During dinner." Beca stated.
"Wow. Too much happening in one day." Chloe tried to put up a smile.
"I know." Beca nodded and started to make her way out of the restroom. "Same thing with me."
Hearing those words from Beca, hurt Chloe. She had no one to blame but herself, because she knew that if she told Beca the truth, the latter would not have given Jesse a chance.
She would be the one sitting next to Beca, bringing her drinks, whispering funny things to her ear. Not Jesse.
"Okay…" Chloe sighed. "But, at least, can we still be friends?"
"Yeah…" Beca replied. "I think I could still try to do that."
"If only I could turn back time, Beca…" Chloe stated just before Beca could completely exit.
"…but you can't Chloe. Sad to say, you can't." Beca managed to counter Chloe's statement. And as soon as she did, she left Chloe.
It was too much for Chloe.
Too much for her, that she wasn't able to say anything.
For the first time in a long time, Chloe Beale was left speechless.
A/N: I'm sorry for what happened here guys! (Please don't get mad at me)
Well, it just shows how important it is to tell the truth. I wished Chloe had said it earlier, too. Then maybe, she won't be in a lame situation right now.
But, we'll see how everything goes in the long run, right?
There's still hope for Beca and Chloe. ;)
Song used: Girls Like Girls by Hayley Kiyoko