What's Really Going On?
SUMMARY: Stacie had a family-related tragedy making her too miserable to rehearse with the Bellas. But, without an explanation, Aubrey is determined to get the truth out of her one way or another.
Set during the events of the first movie.
The day before the semi-finals, the Bellas were at rehearsal, trying to smooth out any kinks that remained in their set.
"Alright, Bellas. The semi-finals are tomorrow, and we have a lot to do today," Aubrey said as she took a headcount, noticing that someone was missing. "Uh, where's Stacie?"
"She sent me a text. It said, 'I'm too miserable to rehearse today,'" Chloe said.
"Did she say why?" Aubrey asked.
"No. I'm guessing she didn't want to talk about it," Chloe said.
"Well, I'm gonna find out what's going on one way or another," Aubrey said.
"Careful, Aubrey; she might not be in the mood to talk," Chloe warned Aubrey.
"Or she could be lying as an attempt to skip rehearsal," Aubrey fired back.
"Well, either way, we'll deal with it later," Chloe said.
After rehearsal, Aubrey and Chloe made their way to Stacie's dorm room.
"Stacie Conrad, I know you're in there!" Aubrey bellowed, banging on Stacie's door. "You missed rehearsal today, and I want to know why!"
"Aubrey, stop! You yelling at her is not making things any better," Chloe intervened. "Let me try," she said as she knocked lightly. "Stacie, it's Chloe," she announced as she knocked again. "Come on, Stacie, I'm sorry for the way Aubrey yelled at you. If you are miserable, at least talk to me about it. Maybe I can help you through whatever it is," she offered as Stacie opened the door, looking depressed.
"Hey, Chloe," Stacie said tearfully.
"May we come in?" Chloe asked.
"Sure," Stacie said, motioning for Aubrey and Chloe to enter. Chloe sat down on Stacie's bed while Aubrey stood at the door.
"So, what's going on? You can tell me, I'll understand," Chloe said.
"Okay…Yesterday I got a phone call from my mom," Stacie started.
"And what'd she say?" Chloe asked.
"It was about my dad," Stacie said as she began to sob. "He… passed away," she continued, causing Aubrey and Chloe to gasp.
"What?" Chloe asked as Stacie cried on her shoulder. "Stacie, I am so sorry."
"Thanks, Chloe," Stacie said.
"Stacie, I am so sorry for yelling. I didn't know what you were going through," Aubrey said.
"It's okay. I guess I should've explained myself when I sent Chloe that text," Stacie said.
"That would've helped. Listen, why don't you take the rest of the day to grieve. And if you're not feeling up to it tomorrow, we'll go on without you," Aubrey assured.
"Thanks, Aubrey," Stacie said.
"No problem. If you pull yourself together by tomorrow, the bus leaves at 9 a.m.," Aubrey reminded her.
"Okay. I'll try to make it," Stacie said.
"Great. We'll leave you alone for now. And I'm also very sorry for your loss," Aubrey said as she and Chloe left Stacie's dorm room.
Fortunately, Stacie did manage to pull herself together and showed up in time to leave for the semi-finals.
THE END!
