Title: Barden State Penitentiary
Author: Jamiexh
Rating: R
Summary: New inmate, Chloe, joins a prison gang, the Bellas, for protection while serving her sentence. After befriending the most feared inmate, Beca, Chloe's life begins to change.
Author's Note: So, we just past the turning point in the story. Shelia had to die and, for many reasons, Aubrey had to be the one to do it. Hope that you all like it so far. As always, reviews are appreciated and encouraged.
Chapter 11
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"Thanks for meeting with me, dad, Uncle John," Beca said as the guards led her into the visiting room. Unlike all of her other visits, this one she was allowed a private room because of her godfather.
"I'm surprised that you asked to meet with both of us, Beca," John replied. "Your father said that your letter expressed a great urgency. Eager to get out?"
"That's not why I asked you both here," the inmate explained. "I do want to talk about a pardon though. But, not for me. It's for…"
"Beca," her father interrupted. "You are not going to ask John to pardon Chloe."
"It's not Chloe. It's for Aubrey. Aubrey Posen."
"Who is that," John asked.
"Aubrey is one of my cellmates," Beca started. "But in many ways, she's more than that. She's like my big sister. And that's one of the things I wanted to talk to you about dad. Aubrey was adopted and her birthday kind of fits when mom used to cry every year. You know, when mom used to cry because she was missing her first born. And she even reminds me of mom. I think that she could be my sister. And I want to take a DNA test to prove it."
"No," her father stated.
"Dad, do this for me? Just pay for the test. I need to know."
"So, what did Aubrey do that you want me to pardon her," John asked. "And why now?"
"Aubrey killed her husband because he was abusing her. And then a couple of days ago she killed Shelia because Shelia was trying to get me to attack her. She bought up mom's death and threw it in my face. Aubrey knew that I was trying to get pardoned and killed her so I wouldn't."
"So you want her out for that reason," John questioned.
"I don't want her to die. Especially knowing that she could be my sister. I'm willing to not get pardoned, if she does."
"You really care about her," Warren asked.
"It's not the same way that I care about Chloe, but I do love Aubrey too," the inmate explained. "She's family to me regardless of what a DNA test says."
"Okay," Warren agreed. "I'll pay for a test. I'll go set it up with the prison doctor now."
"Thank you," Beca said, hugging her father before he left the room.
"Now, you want me to pardon this Aubrey," John asked.
"Yes."
"I can't do that."
"Why not?"
"Politics, sweetheart. I can't pardon too many people, especially during an election. It will look bad."
"Then pardon her instead of me."
"No. I won't do that. I already promised your father. And I keep my promises."
"Please. You're a god-damn politician. No one ever keeps their promises."
"Still. I'm keeping this one."
"Then at least get the DA's office to drop these new charges."
"They won't do that. Justice needs to be served for every death."
"Then at least convince them not to try for the death penalty. She got murder one for getting out of a bad situation and ended up in a worse one. Please, just guarantee her life."
"That I can do."
"Thank you, Uncle John."
"You're welcome. And don't worry. These next three months should go fast. You'll be out of here soon. Well, assuming that you don't go back to your old ways."
"As long as Chloe and Aubrey are safe, I'll be fine."
"Beca."
"You don't know what it's like in prison. I have a family here and I found the love of my life. And I will do anything to protect them. You understand, don't you?"
"I don't, but I'll take your word for it. Now, if you excuse me, I have a phone call to make to the district attorney and a campaign to run. I'll see you soon."
"Thank you again, Uncle John. I appreciate what you are doing for me and for Aubrey."
"Don't make me regret this, little Duck."
"I won't."
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After John left, Beca was taken to the hospital unit to get her DNA sample taken. When she arrived, Aubrey was already waiting there and Beca immediately rushed over and hugged her blonde friend.
"Beca," Aubrey smiled, tears in her eyes.
"Why," Beca asked her before pulling away. "Why did you do it? Shelia was supposed to be my kill."
"Isn't it obvious? I did it so you wouldn't. So you could be free and live with Chloe."
"But what about you? You already got life. What makes you think that they wouldn't give you death?"
"Honestly, I didn't even think about it until after. But, my lawyers just contacted me. They said if I plead guilty then the DA has agreed to not press for the death penalty. I'm pleading out in the morning, but the warden won't put me back in cellblock echo because of fear of retaliation from the Society."
"So we have to get rid of them."
"Beca, no. I did this for you to get out. And for your mother, who also may be my mother. So don't ruin it. Speaking of which, why didn't you tell me that Shelia kill her."
"It was my burden to bear."
"Until we realized that we may be related, then it became our burden."
Beca just looked down. "I would have told you eventually."
"When? Beca, you've been here for three years. You had a lot of time to tell me. But, you didn't."
"I'm sorry."
Aubrey hugged the smaller girl again. "All is forgiven."
"Okay," the prison doctor said as she entered with Beca's dad. "So, I've been told that you guys are doing a DNA test, is that correct?" Both girls nodded. "Okay, so I'm going to take this swab and rub it against the inside of your cheek. I'm then going to put the swabs in these containers and send it out to get tested. Once I get the results in, I will deliver them to you." Both girls nodded in agreement. The doctor quickly took her swabs and prepared them to be sent out. "All done. I'll arrange for guards to take you back to your cells." The doctor left the room leaving the three of them alone.
"Beca was right," Warren said to Aubrey. "You do look a little bit like Meredith. I hope you both get the answers you want."
"Thanks dad," Beca replied, hugging him.
Warren just smiled as he left. Beca walked back over to Aubrey and sat down next to her, placing her head on the blonde's shoulder. Aubrey placed her hand on the brunette's arm. "I love you, too," the taller girl told her.
But, they're moment was short lived when two guards came in to transport them. Both girls held out their arms to be cuffed as they were led away for each other.
"I'll see you soon," Beca promised as she was led away.
"Don't do anything stupid," Aubrey warned.