Chapter 5

Beca woke up and smiled when she realized where she was. She was in bed with Chloe and she sighed as the events from the past night flooded back in her mind. It was one of the worst and yet best nights of her life. While her mother made her question so many aspects of her relationships with her family, she also finally opened up to Chloe. She told her the truth about how much she loved her. They made love that night and Beca was happy she waited for Chloe to be her first. It started off as a horrible night, but waking up with Chloe in her arms that morning made it bearable. She kissed the top of her girlfriend's head and Chloe beamed with happiness as she began to wake up.

"Morning, babe," giggled Chloe and Beca shook her head in amusement.

"Why am I not surprised Chloe Beale wakes up in a chipper mood even at seven in the morning on a Sunday," she teased and Chloe shrugged happily.

"How could I not be in a good mood? I have my sexy girlfriend in bed with me and she told me she loves me last night."

"Oh yea, about that, no, I said I like you. You misheard me," teased Beca as she tried to wiggle out of Chloe's grasp. She laughed when Chloe began to tickle her and pinned her down underneath her.

"Say it again," giggled Chloe and Beca shook her head.

"I strongly admire you," she said and Chloe tickled her even more.

"Say it or I will withhold sex," she warned and Beca gasped dramatically.

"That's just cruel," she exclaimed and Chloe rolled off of her to grab her robe beside her bed.

"Okay, okay, I love you. Sheesh, you don't have to play hardball," teased Beca and she laughed when Chloe tackled her into a hug. They tenderly kissed, but the sound of Beca's phone buzzing made them pull apart. Beca sighed and grabbed it from the nightstand. She had eighteen missed calls from her parents, Aubrey, and Stacie. She saw who the most recent text message was from and sighed. Chloe began stroking her hair.

"Do you want some privacy? I can go make us breakfast," suggested Chloe and Beca slowly nodded.

"Thanks babe, I love you," she said before tenderly kissing her.

"I love you too." Chloe rolled out of bed, put on her robe, and closed the door behind her. Beca took in a deep breath and called her mother before she lost her nerve.

"Beca, thank God," cried her mother and Beca sighed.

"Hey," she said as she sat up in bed.

"Sweetie, I know you are angry with me but…"

"You let me think Aubrey and dad were being cruel. You made me think they both abandoned us, that they were being irrational and vindictive, why?"

"Because I already lost your sister and was terrified of losing you too. I know what I did was wrong and you have every right to hate me. I put you through so much."

"Not me, mom, Bree, I thought the worst of her for over two years and you just let me. I don't know how to feel about that."

"I understand if you hate me." Beca placed her face in her hands.

"I don't hate you, mom. I just need time away from you, time to think and process all this."

"Dave and I are heading back to Portland today. I love you, Beca. I love you and Aubrey so much. I am so sorry."

"I know you are and I do love you. You are the only mom I have. I just need time. I will talk to you later. Bye," whispered Beca as tears filled her eyes and she hung up the phone. She knew her mother was sincere in her apology, but she wasn't sure how she felt about everything that transpired yet. She took in a deep breath to regain her composure and smiled when she remembered where she was. Things between her and her mother were strained, but she couldn't help but be happy knowing she had Chloe in her life. She rolled out of bed and got dressed before heading into the living room. She rolled her eyes when Stacie was sitting on the couch wearing a knowing smile.

"Wearing your clothes from last night? The walk of shame looks good on you, Mitchell."

"Shut up, Conrad," said Beca as she plopped down on the couch beside her.

"What are you doing here," asked Beca and Stacie bit her lip nervously. As if on cue, Aubrey and Chloe walked out of the kitchen and joined them in the living room. Aubrey sat down on the sofa across from them and Chloe sat on Beca's other side as Stacie spoke.

"Bec, we know you are dealing with a lot right now and it got us to thinking. We don't want any more secrets between us. You are my best friend and I love you so much. I don't want to lie to you anymore and I am sorry I did in the first place. I just didn't know how to…"

"You and Aubrey are together," said Beca and Aubrey's eyes widened.

"Wait, you knew," she asked and Beca shrugged.

"I don't know the details or when it all started, but I've known for a while there was something more between you. When Stacie said she was coming to Barden, I became really suspicious and once you two started hanging out again, I think it just confirmed everything."

"Why didn't you say something," asked Stacie.

"Why didn't you," challenged Beca.

"Because we didn't want to hurt you, you goober," exclaimed Stacie and Beca giggled.

"It did take me a while to get used to the idea, but I think Chloe helped. Stace, when you and I were talking about my feelings for Chloe and friend code, I realized I would be a hypocrite to get mad at you while Chloe and I were falling for each other."

"Wait, so Stace and I have been wracking our brains trying to figure out how to tell you, splitting up, getting back together, and going through all this hell, and you are actually okay with it," asked Aubrey in disbelief.

"If I am being honest with myself, I think I would have freaked if you told me in high school or right after the divorce. I wasn't ready and was dealing with all that crap. I think I would've taken it out on you two, but I know what it feels like to be in love and I know you two love each other. I am not going to stand in your way."

"Is it bad that I am kind of mad right now," questioned Stacie and Aubrey groaned.

"Okay, I am just going to say it and get it over with. Stace, my love, my beautiful girlfriend, you were right and I was wrong," admitted Aubrey.

"Well, you weren't completely wrong. I would have been pissed if you two were hooking up in high school and…"

"Shut it, hobbit," said Aubrey and Beca's jaw dropped in shock.

"I told you I didn't like being called that anymore!"

"And I told you I don't care, hobbit," said Aubrey. She squealed when Beca jumped on her and they fell on the sofa. Stacie and Chloe shook their heads in amusement at their girlfriends as the two wrestled. Stacie beamed with happiness knowing that for the first time in a long time there were no secrets between them and that was an amazing feeling.

*Epilogue*

Aubrey wore a smug smile as she touched the tree in the quad and clocked her time on her watch. She couldn't help but laugh when Beca collapsed against the trunk of the tree and tried to catch her breath. The two were out for a morning jog and Beca was unamused by her sister's smugness. She flipped her off, which only made Aubrey laugh more.

"You're an ass," grumbled Beca.

"And you're out of shape. Did you do any cardio in Pensacola with Chlo? She said she would keep you in shape."

"We agreed that sex counts as cardio," she said and it was her turn to smile smugly as Aubrey plugged her ears.

"How many times do I have to tell you I don't want to hear details about your sex life? You are my baby sister and she is my best friend!"

"Well it doesn't stop Stace from oversharing with me!"

"Take that up with your best friend!" Aubrey began to stretch and Beca groaned as she made it to her feet.

"How do you do this every morning? You are a machine." Aubrey smiled slyly.

"Well, I don't do it every morning. Stace and I substitute sex for cardio all the time. We just must be far more vigorous with our activities than you are." Beca shuddered and pretended to vomit.

"See, how do you like it," added Aubrey and Beca bowed to her.

"You win, you win, enough," said Beca dramatically. Aubrey handed her a bottle of water from the bag she brought with her and Beca was thankful for it. They began walking back toward the Bella House on campus and Aubrey smiled at her sister. They'd come a long way since the first day Beca and Stacie came to campus. She and Beca grew closer and spent a lot of time together. They even went on double dates since it was the easiest way to make time for their girlfriends and best friends all at once. The Bellas won ICCA for a second year in a row and were rewarded with their own house on campus. They moved in a month ago to get the house ready for the school year. Their mother and Dave flew in to help with the move as well. While it took Beca some time to come to terms, she did fly to Portland during the summer to spend time with her mother. She invited Chloe along and officially introduced them. Everything began to fall in place after that and for the first time in a very long time, their family felt stable and like it was on solid ground. There were no more big secrets or moments of awkward tension. They moved on and Aubrey wrapped an arm around her baby sister.

"Come on, we can cut across campus this time. I know you are exhausted and I am ready to get back to the house too."

"This wouldn't have anything to do with Stacie pulling an all-nighter in the lab and you missing her, would it," teased Beca and Aubrey stuck her tongue out at her.

"I don't sleep well without her," she admitted and Beca shrugged.

"It's the same for me with Chlo. When she went to visit her brother that weekend but I had to work at the station, it really sucked."

"They've turned us into softies. You know it is bad for our reputations," teased Aubrey and Beca nodded in agreement.

"That's what I have been trying to tell Chloe. It is hard to be a badass when she makes me melt on the spot. You know what also doesn't help? Telling your girlfriend you are a badass and having her shower you with kisses because she thinks it is adorable." Aubrey laughed.

"Well, that's your girlfriend."

"That's your best friend."

"True story," conceded Aubrey.

"So I was thinking about that booster event we are supposed to perform at next month and I have a mix I was thinking about."

"Cool, what's on it?" Beca smiled sheepishly.

"Before I tell you, Stacie and Chloe think it is great." Aubrey arched an eyebrow at her.

"What's on the mix, Beca?"

"Weird Al Yankovic," she confessed and Aubrey stomped her foot.

"Hell no!"

"But it is like ten seconds at most and it adds some comic relief and…"

"Not listening to your nonsense, la la la," sang Aubrey as she put her fingers in her ears and Beca tried to pull her hands away.

"Um, excuse me," called a voice behind them and they turned to see a younger girl staring at them nervously. Aubrey pushed Beca off of her and Beca pushed her back.

"Can we help you," asked Aubrey and the girl happily nodded.

"Oh my God, it is really you. You two are like legends. I am Emily Junk and I start here on Monday. I am moving into the dorms today, but I am really hoping to audition and make it as a Bella."

"Junk, why does that name sound familiar," questioned Aubrey and Beca looked at her like she grew another head.

"The name Junk sounds familiar to you," she asked, but Aubrey ignored her.

"Is Katherine Junk your mother," she asked and Emily beamed with happiness.

"Yes she is, but I want you to know I plan on earning my way into the sisterhood. I don't want any special treatment. I have prepared a great song at auditions and it is going to be aca-amazing," assured Emily and Beca rolled her eyes.

"Oh yea, she's definitely one of ours. Well cool kid, we will see you at auditions," said Beca before giving her a thumbs up and wink.

"You are so cool," said Emily in awe and Aubrey giggled as they watched Emily run over to a car where her parents were unpacking more of her things. The family waved to them and they waved back before continuing their walk to the house.

"That was weird," whispered Beca.

"She's nice and it is cute that she is excited to join. With Denise leaving and some of the other groups growing in numbers, we could use fresh blood. A three-peat would be aca-awesome."

"And you know what could get it for us? Weird Al…"

"Beca, I will kill you," warned Aubrey.

"Chloe would never allow it," shrieked Beca as she took off running. Aubrey chased after her and caught up to her with ease.

"I immediately regret this decision," yelled Beca as Aubrey picked her up to tickle her.

"Is this what you two do when I am not around," asked Stacie as she walked over to them with a teasing grin. Aubrey immediately put Beca down, dropping her on the grass with a thump, before jogging over to kiss her girlfriend.

"Hey," exclaimed Beca and Stacie giggled at her friend before kissing Aubrey again.

"You better be glad I love you. You are so sweaty and gross right now," teased Stacie and Aubrey smirked.

"I thought you loved me all sweaty," she teased back and Stacie bit her lip.

"No baby, I love making you all sweaty and then cleaning you up in the shower," whispered Stacie, but Beca's dramatic groan let her know she heard anyways.

"Get a room," shouted Beca and Stacie rolled her eyes playfully.

"Aw sorry Bec, am I not giving you enough attention," she cooed and Beca nudged her.

"You better be glad I like you, Conrad."

"I could say the same about you, Mitchell," replied Stacie. Aubrey laced their fingers together and kissed the top of Stacie's hand.

"How was your time in the lab," asked Stacie.

"The synapses are electrical, not chemical. That's why the others were confused during the first trials."

"Huh, totally didn't see that coming based on what you said before," said Aubrey.

"I know right," laughed Stacie and Beca shook her head.

"Nerd alert," she teased and Stacie winked at her.

"And don't you forget it," said Stacie. They made it to the Bella House and Beca went inside to find Chloe, but Aubrey pulled Stacie into her arms to kiss her again.

"So I was thinking you and I could get away this weekend before the year starts and things get crazy. There is a resort not too far from here and I could rent us a nice cabin. It has a hot tub."

"You had me at get away, my love," giggled Stacie and Aubrey sighed happily.

"Good because while I love having everyone under one roof, I need some alone time with my girl."

"Agreed," said Stacie, but before she could kiss her again, they heard a loud crash inside the house.

"What the hell, Amy," exclaimed Beca.

"It wasn't me," called Amy.

"We literally saw you do it," said Chloe.

"Aubrey," called Beca and Chloe. Aubrey groaned.

"What is the point of having a co-captain if she doesn't co-captain," whined Aubrey and Stacie shrugged.

"Chloe is the good cop and you are the bad cop."

"What if I don't want to be the bad cop?" Stacie bit her lip and smiled seductively as she played with the hem of her girlfriend's top.

"Oh trust me baby, you are the best bad cop," teased Stacie. Aubrey winked at her before opening the door and bracing herself for the onslaught of Bella madness she was sure was headed their way.

"Stace," called Aubrey and Stacie giggled, knowing she wouldn't be able to get out of dodge and would most certainly be brought into the debates about who was at fault for what. After all the secrets and fighting just to be together, she never thought she would someday live in a house with the love of her life, her best friend, and the group of girls who became like a second family to them, but she wouldn't have it any other way.

AN: The End! I hope you enjoyed. Writing Aubrey and Beca as sisters was actually more fun than I thought it would be. What did you think of the sibling pairing and dynamics?