DAY 02 - BLIND DATE
FanFiction User electroniszappa: First year, Chloe's having a hard time figuring out if Beca's gay or not, and Beca, of course, is her adorable kind of oblivious self. Unable to take the tension between them, Aubrey and Stacie work together and set them up on a blind date as sort of a holiday thing.
Chloe Beale was getting bored. She had been standing at the Bellas booth with her best friend and Co-Captain Aubrey Posen for hours and only had a handful of girls signed up to audition. Aubrey was continuously trying to thrust a flyer into the hands of any girl that looked Bella-worthy, but most ignored her.
"This is ridiculous," Chloe said. "Maybe we should just get good singers."
"Stop worrying," Aubrey said. "We will find eight super hot girls with bikini-ready bodies to fill out the group."
"Whatever," Chloe mumbled and started looking around. She straightened and let out an appreciative "hmmm" at a girl that was moving in their direction. "What about her?" Chloe practically purred as she pointed the girl out to Aubrey.
"I don't know, Chloe," Aubrey said looking the girl over. "She looks a little too 'alternative' for us."
"Hey," Chloe said holding out a flyer as she made it to the table. Chloe gave her a quick once over and said, "Any interest in joining our acapella group?"
The girl took the flyer and listened to Chloe talk about the various acapella groups on campus. She then was called a bitch by Aubrey because she called acapella lame. Chloe admired the young girl because one, she was hot, and two, she did not back down from Aubrey.
Chloe watched as the young girl walked off after saying she can't sing. Chloe couldn't take her eyes off of her. "I'm definitely going to have to keep an eye out for her," Chloe thought to herself.
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Chloe had kept an eye out for the hot brunette but had yet to see her. It had been almost a month, and she was enjoying a little recreational relief in the showers of Baker Hall with her latest boy toy when she heard a voice like none she's heard before. The sound was pure, and she'd be perfect for the Bellas.
Chloe left shower guy and went to the singing girl's shower stall and pulled back the curtain. She gave a predatory grin when she saw it was the brunette she had been searching for all month.
"You can sing!" Chloe turned the water off.
"Dude! Get out." The girl tried to pull the shower curtain back to cover herself.
Chloe remembers there were some words spoken between them and that she admitted the song was her "Lady Jam," but what she most remembers is the way they sounded when they sang together. Well, okay what she remembers most is that the girl was even hotter without clothes, but the singing came in a very close second.
Chloe's not sure, but she thinks that she would have done more if shower guy hadn't decided to show himself as Chloe and the girl stood there smiling and staring at each other. This was the perfect time for her to leave and yell back that she would see the girl at auditions.
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Chloe was disappointed that the girl hadn't shown up for auditions. It wasn't until they were about finished that she noticed her standing in the doorway off to the side. She smiled and waved the girl over.
Chloe's demeanor changed dramatically now that the girl had shown up. She was floored by the audition and couldn't help but smile wider when it was over. This girl was definitely going to be a Barden Bella.
That night Chloe made sure she had the alt girl, who she now knows is Beca Mitchell, on her list to 'kidnap' for the Bella initiation. She grabbed the younger girl and barely avoided being punched before letting Beca know who she was. After that Beca calmed down and let herself be led wherever the redhead was taking her.
After the ceremony, the girls were taken to the "Hood Night Party" that was being held in an outside amphitheater. Beca stood alone near the top of the theater when a guy came over to her. Chloe watched as the guy, a new Treblemaker, talked with Beca. Beca didn't seem to be into the guy which excited Chloe to no end.
Chloe was a little drunk and went up to Beca, talking about being fast friends before slapping her own ass and getting some 'jiggle juice.'
The next afternoon, Chloe was standing next to Aubrey looking out over the group of girls that were the new Bellas. Chloe was confident that they were going to do something great and just knew they were going to make it the ICCAs and win.
Chloe watched Beca without really watching Beca during Aubrey's welcome and kicking out one of the new recruits. She could see Beca smirk, which almost turned her knees to jelly, and she nearly came undone with Beca stood up to Aubrey again.
The girls all work on their vocalizations and then Chloe shows the choreography they will need to learn. She helped the girls who needed it and finally got a chance to get close to Beca.
Chloe stood behind Beca as she helped her with the proper hand movements. She relished the feel of Beca against her and loved the perfume she was wearing, or maybe it was just her shampoo. Whatever it was, it as intoxicating and Chloe was hooked.
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The Bellas had been practicing for a couple of months now, and Beca and Chloe really did become fast friends. Mostly due to Chloe always wanting to do something with Beca. They'd get coffee between classes, go to lunch or dinner after practice, and sometimes study in each other's rooms.
Chloe was excited they spent so much time together but disappointed because she still didn't know if Beca was into girls. She wanted to ask Beca out but was afraid that she would ruin what they had if Beca didn't feel for her what she felt for Beca.
Aubrey and Stace, one of the new Bellas, had started a relationship and were both watching Chloe and Beca one day at practice.
"They are so oblivious," Stacie said. "I can tell they are into each other. Why don't they just ask the other out?"
"I know Chloe likes Beca," Aubrey said. "But, she can't get a read on whether she's gay or not. Her gaydar is usually spot on, but for some reason, she's finding Beca hard to figure out. And she doesn't want to mess up their friendship if she's not gay or at least dates girls."
"I'm with her there," Stacie said. "Beca and I have become pretty close, and she is hard to read. I can usually tell after a few minutes, but I'm still undecided. Although, the way she is with Chloe I'd say she's at least interested."
"Hey, are we still on for dinner tonight?"
"Absolutely. Want me to meet you there or pick you up?"
"I thought we could meet there. I'm going to invite Chloe, and I want you to ask Beca to come."
"What are you scheming?"
"If we have them both together, maybe we can help Chloe figure out if Beca is gay, or bi like her, or just gay for Chloe. As I said before, Chloe really likes Beca to the point that she's stopped hooking up with her boy toys and seems to be focusing all her spare time on Beca."
"Wow. I'm in," Stacie said. "I'll go ask Beca now."
Stacie walks over to Beca as Chloe moves to stand next to Aubrey. Stacie puts an arm around the shorter brunette, and Chloe looks at them with a raised eyebrow.
"Don't get jealous," Aubrey whispered. "Stacie's become friends with Beca, and she's trying to help you out."
"How?"
"She's inviting Beca to have dinner at the diner," Aubrey said. "The diner you and I will be having dinner and, of course, since Stacie and I are dating, we'll ask them to join us. Maybe, between the three of us, we can figure out if Beca is gay or bi and you can stop pining and ask her out."
"I'm in," Chloe said with a big smile and hugged Aubrey. "You're the best best friend ever."
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Chloe was sitting with Aubrey in the diner. She was nervous, and her leg was bouncing up and down.
"Stop fidgeting," Aubrey said. "Stacie said they'd be here."
"I know," Chloe said. "I'm nervous because what if Beca isn't interested in girls? I like her so much, and it will be heartbreaking to know I don't even have a chance with her."
"Let's just wait and see what happens," Aubrey said.
Aubrey hears Stacie's voice and looks up to see her and Beca walk in. Aubrey smiled and went over to Stacie.
"Hey, what are you doing here?," Aubrey asked as she kissed Stacie.
"Beca and I decided to come for dinner," Stacie said.
"Hey, Aubrey," Beca said.
"Hi, Beca," Aubrey said back. "Chloe and I just got here. Why don't you two join us?"
"Sounds good, babe," Stacie said. "Come on, Beca."
Beca sighed and followed Stacie and Aubrey to the table. She gave Chloe a small wave and sat in the booth next to her. Stacie and Aubrey sit and start whispering to each other.
Beca looks at Chloe. "I'm glad you're here."
"You are?," Chloe asked with a smile.
"Yeah," Beca said. "If you weren't I'd be stuck third wheeling it with the liplock twins over there."
Chloe giggled, and Beca grinned at her. "So, what's good here? I've only been once, and it was for breakfast."
"What do you like?," Chloe asked.
"Burgers, or a nice soup," Beca said. "The weather is just cold enough for a nice beef stew or a chili."
Beca grabs a menu and starts looking it over.
"The beef stew isn't bad," Chloe said. "The chili is better. I've had both."
"Ooo, Brey," Stacie said. "Isn't that girl hot?"
Beca looked up and turned to see who Stacie is talking about. Beca snorted.
"What?," Chloe asked looking at the girl.
"She looks kind of like Aubrey," Beca said. "No wonder Stacie thinks she's hot."
Aubrey and Stacie roll their eyes. Chloe just shrugs.
"Okay, miss observant," Stacie said with a smug grin. "Do you think any girl here is hot?"
Beca looked at her and then looked around the diner before looking back at the three girls sitting at the table. "In my opinion, the hottest girls here are sitting at this table."
"Smooth, Mitchell," Stacie said.
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"Well, that didn't resolve anything," Aubrey said as she and Chloe made their way back to their apartment. "We're still at maybe she likes girls. Nothing definite."
"Thanks for trying," Chloe said.
They get to their apartment, and Chloe said she was going to her room to study. Aubrey frowned and pulled out her phone.
"Hey, Stacie," Aubrey said when the call was answered. "Did you and Beca talk on the way back to your dorm?"
"Not really," Stacie said. "She had to go to the radio station because Luke called her into work."
"We have to do something," Aubrey said. "Christmas break is coming soon, and I'd like for Chloe to get her wish and be with Beca by then. Or at least find out if she has a shot."
"I may have an idea," Stacie said. "Let's set them up on a blind date with each other."
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"Come on, Chloe," Aubrey said. "What harm would it do? I'm tired of seeing you mope around thinking about Beca. I think this girl can take your mind off Beca. At least for a little while."
"It doesn't seem fair to this girl," Chloe said. "I don't want to spoil her night just because I really like someone who will never like me back."
"Don't think of it that way," Aubrey said. "Think of it has blowing off steam. Having a little fun. It doesn't have to be anything serious."
Chloe bit her lip and thought about it. What harm would it be to give the girl a shot?
"Fine," Chloe said. "I'll do it. Just let me know where and when to meet her."
"Great," Aubrey practically squealed. "I'll set everything up for you."
Chloe smiled but couldn't help but feel like she was making a big mistake.
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"Please, Beca," Stacie whined. "This girl is really nice, but she's also really shy. She's just started recognizing that she likes girls and she hasn't dated a whole lot. She's not looking for anything serious. She just wants to get her feet wet by dating a girl to see if it's right for her. Maybe help her gain a little confidence to ask the girl she really likes out. What do you say?"
"What makes you think I'd want to date this girl?"
Stacie's heart sank. "You'd be opposed to dating a girl?"
"I didn't say that," Beca said. "I was just wondering what made you think of me for this?"
"I don't know," Stacie said holding in the squeal that was trying to make its way out. "Um, you just look like the type that didn't label yourself."
"I don't," Beca said. "There's actually someone I kind of like but she's out of my league. But, since you said this girl isn't looking for anything other than a somewhat platonic date, I'll do it. Maybe it will help me get my mind off someone who will never want to be with me like I want to be with her. At least for a little while."
"Do I know her? Is it Chloe? You've been spending an awful lot of time with her."
"Maybe," Beca said, cheeks blushing bright red. "But, I'm not confirming anything. I don't want you getting any crazy idea about forcing us together."
"Fine," Stacie said and let out the squeal she'd been holding in. She grabbed Beca in a hug. "Thank you for doing this. I just know it will help resolve a lot of issues."
Stacie left Beca and immediately pulled out her phone to call Aubrey.
"Beca's in," Stacie said as soon as Aubrey answered. "And I found out she doesn't label herself and dates girls."
"O-M-AcaGee," Aubrey squealed trying to stay quiet so Chloe doesn't hear her. "This is fantastic. Chloe's in, too. We are so going to get them together."
"I don't know if this will change things," Stacie said. "But, Beca said she likes someone but that she's out of Beca's league. I asked if it was Chloe, and she said maybe, but she blushed, so I think that was a yes."
"It has to be, Stace," Aubrey said. "Any free time she has is spent with Chloe. And this doesn't change things; it only makes it better. This is so going to work."
"So, now we have to figure out the date part," Stacie said. "Got any ideas?"
"I have a few," Aubrey said. "Come over in about an hour. Chloe's going to the library to do some research for a paper."
"Great," Stacie said. "See you in an hour, babe."
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It was almost three weeks before Stacie and Aubrey could put the date for Beca and Chloe together. Aubrey was in the apartment with Chloe.
"Hey, Chloe," Aubrey said knocking lightly on Chloe's bedroom door. She entered when she heard Chloe's soft 'come in.' "I'm sorry it took so long, but I finally have the information for that blind date we talked about."
"Oh," Chloe said. "So, um, when is it?"
"Tomorrow night," Aubrey said. "You have reservations for 6:15 at the Alma Cocino in Atlanta. She likes Mexican food."
"Well, at least I should get a good meal out of this," Chloe said. "How am I going to know who she is?"
"The reservation is in my name," Aubrey said. "You'll know her when you see each other at the table."
"The only good thing is I leave the day after tomorrow to go home for Christmas," Chloe said. "If it's a bad date, I can forget about it. If it's a good date, I have some time to decide if I want to give up on Beca and pursue something with this other girl."
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"Hey, Stacie," Beca said when she answered her door to see the leggy brunette standing outside. "What's up?" Beca moved aside to let Stacie in.
"I was finally able to pin down your blind date," Stacie said. "It's tomorrow, and there are reservations in Aubrey's name at Alma Cocino in Atlanta for 6:15. It's Mexican, and I know how much you love Mexican."
"Why is the reservation in Aubrey's name?"
"What? Oh, um, I needed a credit card to hold it, and I don't have one."
Beca looked at her quizzically. Who in school does not have a credit card? Or at least a debit card? Beca shook her head.
"Am I picking her up or is she picking me up? I need to know so I know whether I need to borrow my dad's car or not."
"Oh, um, she's going to be in Atlanta and will just meet you there."
"Okay, I guess I'll be borrowing my dad's car."
"Thanks again for doing this, Beca. I'm sure you'll have a good time."
"The whole idea is for her to have a good time, right?"
"Right. Of course, but you should try and have some fun, too."
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The next day Aubrey and Stacie did everything they could to keep Beca and Chloe from talking to each other. They didn't want them to know what each of their plans was for that evening and ruin the surprise.
At 4:00, Stacie was in Beca's room to help her get ready. Beca had already showered and was wearing a pair of sweats and a plain white tee.
Stacie went through Beca's closet and a found cute red and black plaid skirt and a sleeveless black blouse.
"Wear this," Stacie said holding the outfit to show Beca. "It says casual and easygoing."
"Okay," Beca said. "I have a pair of black ankle boots in there that would look good with it."
"What bra and panties are you wearing?"
"Why?"
"They need to be sexy," Stacie said looking at Beca.
"Why?," Beca asked. "She's not going to be seeing them."
"You never know, Beca," Stacie said and winked.
"I know me," Beca said. "And she will not be seeing my bra or my panties tonight."
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"Come on, Chloe," Aubrey whined, and she flopped back on Chloe's bed. "That's the twentieth outfit you've tried on. Pick one because you need to leave or you'll miss your reservation."
"Maybe I want to miss the reservation," Chloe mumbled from inside her closet.
"What was that?"
"I think I'll wear this one," Chloe said and stepped out wearing a short black skirt with a light blue silk blouse that almost matched the color of her eyes.
"I like it," Aubrey said. "The blue of the blouse brings out your eyes and the skirt shows off your legs."
"I just need to put on my makeup, and I'm ready to go," Chloe said and sat in front of her mirror.
Chloe was ready, and Aubrey walked her to the door.
"Try to have fun," Aubrey said.
"I'll try," Chloe said although she didn't look very enthused.
"Oh, and Chloe? Consider this another Christmas gift so Merry Christmas," Aubrey said. Chloe looked at her confused. "You'll see what I mean when you meet your date."
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Beca arrived a few minutes early and checked her makeup in the rearview mirror before climbing out of the car. She smoothed down her clothes and grabbed her clutch. She took a deep breath and walked into the restaurant. She took a look around to see if there were any women sitting alone but didn't spot anyone, so she went to the hostess desk.
"Chloe?"
"Beca," Chloe said turning. "What are you doing here?"
"Date," Beca said with a shrug. "Stacie fixed me up."
"Oh," Chloe said. "Same. Only Aubrey fixed me up."
"Oh," Beca said and looked down at the floor. "Well, you look very nice."
"So do you," Chloe said.
"I, um, I'm a tad early, so I'm gonna hit the ladies room," Beca said. "Have a nice time."
"Thanks," Chloe said. "You do the same."
Beca walked off toward the restrooms and looked back over her shoulder at Chloe. Chloe gave her a small smile and turned toward the hostess. Beca went into the ladies room and pulled out her phone.
"What's up, Beca?," Stacie asked when she answered.
"Chloe's here. She's got a date, too."
"So, Chloe is the one you like," Stacie said.
"Yeah," Beca said. "But she's here for a date with someone else."
"Where did you see her?"
"At the hostess desk. I came into the bathroom, so I didn't have to see the date Aubrey fixed her up with."
"Hang on a sec," Stacie said when she saw Aubrey waving at her. She put her phone on mute. "What?"
"Chloe's on the phone freaking out because Beca's there for a date," Aubrey said.
"They haven't been seated yet, so they don't know they're there for each other," Stacie said. "Just tell her to relax and enjoy her date."
Aubrey got back on the phone, and so did Stacie.
"Beca, don't worry about it," Stacie said. "Have your date, and if things go bad, you can always just leave."
"You're right," Beca said. "Thanks, Stacie. I'd better get out there before my date shows up and thinks she's been stood up."
"Relax and try and have fun," Stacie said.
"Okay," Beca said and ended the call.
Beca washed her hands and went out to the hostess stand and gave her Aubrey's name. The hostess grabbed a menu.
"The other member of your party is already here," the hostess said as she led Beca to a table.
Beca stared down at the floor as she followed the hostess. She really did not want to see where Chloe was sitting with her date.
"Here you are," the hostess said.
"Beca?"
"Chloe?" Beca looked from Chloe to the hostess. "This can't be right."
"You said the reservation was under Posen, correct?"
"Yes," Beca and Chloe said simultaneously.
Chloe's mouth dropped open. "That bitch!"
"Um, thank you," Beca said to the hostess.
The hostess smiled and handed Beca a menu before walking away. Beca stood by the table with the menu in her hand not knowing what to do.
"Have a seat, Beca," Chloe said with a smile. "It seems we've been tricked."
Beca sat down still not sure whether this was really happening. Was she really on a date with Chloe Beale?
"Why would Stacie do this?"
"Because she and Aubrey were working together. Aubrey said it was my Christmas present. I think she did it because she, um, she knows I like you. "
"You do? But, you friend-zoned me."
"No, I didn't."
"Yeah, you did! I liked you but on 'hood night' you said we were going to be really fast friends. I figured you were letting me know that we were just going to be friends and nothing more."
"I didn't mean-. That's not-," Chloe stammered. "I didn't mean it like that. I liked you from the first time I saw you. I didn't know if you were gay or not, and nothing I said, or did, made me think you were."
"I don't put a label on myself," Beca said. "I feel like, you like who you like."
"I can't believe I cock-blocked myself," Chloe said with a laugh. She calmed herself and looked at Beca. "Would you like to be my date for dinner tonight?"
Of course, I would," Beca said and smiled. "Merry Christmas, to me."
"Merry Christmas to us," Chloe corrected with a smile.
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Beca was driving back to Barden with a smile on her face. She used the car's Bluetooth and called Stacie.
"Are you mad?," Stacie asked before Beca could say anything.
Beca laughed. "No, I'm not mad. I called to thank you."
"So, it went well I take it."
"Better than well. I'm following her home. Are you with Aubrey at their apartment?"
"Yeah," Stacie said. "Why?"
"Thank her for me and take her back to your room," Beca said.
"You dirty little bird," Stacie said. "Are you two going to-"
"Let's just say," Beca said. "I wore my sexy black bra and Chloe will definitely be seeing it tonight."