A/N: Hey! Haven't written for a long time. Let's see, I had MAJOR writer's block. I was also busy with exams. Although you may have noticed that I'm frequently online. Well, here's my first attempt to write an HSM story; namely one with a Ryella pairing. Take note: Please excuse me if I have majorly lame ideas (I hope not ). But this is also my first try to make an actual story with hopefully, 3 or 4 chapters. So that's it!!

Disclaimer: No. I do not own HSM! That line's too used up don't you think?! ;)

-Chapter 1: Plans?

…You'd think of Gabriella as Ms.-Always-Attentive-Even-In-The-Most-Boring-Lessons-Or-Discussions. But these past few days, that attitude slowly wore off. Today was Friday, everybody was waiting for the dismissal bell to ring; Gabriella was anxious for it to happen. While Ms. Darbus was droning on about "The Hamlet" or something, she (Gabriella) was too absorbed in her thoughts. Namely things about what-to-do this weekend.

"Now, I'm sure all of you know that William Shakespeare wrote this very, shall we say, interesting story. Am I right?" Their homeroom teacher spoke. "Yes, Ms. Darbus," was the reply heard from the students in an obviously bored voice. "If that subject is already clear to you, let us delve deeper into the world of litera-"

RIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINGGGGGGGGGG!!

"Whoo!! Alright man! We're officially free!!" Chad shouted which had contrasted with the shrill ring of the bell. Troy, who was sitting in front of Chad turned around and gave him a high-five. They were the first to run out of the room. "BOLTON! DANFORTH! Come back here!"

"Uh-oh, that does not sound good," Troy thought nervously as he stopped and shifted his gaze back at their teacher. Chad did the same, and timidly walked back to their room. "You two are a menace! No going home early today. Detention for both of you!" Ms. Darbus was seriously angry. "Must I always remind you of proper behavior?"

"No ma'am." They answered together.

"Well, so much for plans with Gabby," Troy thought. He had an almost worried look in his eyes. After all, today is that day. He was supposed to accompany Gabby at the Evans house-hold. Apparently, only three of them were free. And now those two will have to spend the night together. Alone. Watching tonight's movie theme. "The rest of the class, you are free to go."

At their lockers, Taylor and Gabriella met up, they were stuffing their things back to their lockers. "Now that, was humiliating! Could you believe their behavior?" Taylor said in an almost disgusted way. "Well, they are who they are Tay. Can't do anything about it," Gabriella answered. "But still-"

"Hey Gabby!" A familiar voice rang out.

"Hi Ry!" Gabriella greeted cheerfully. "I better go now, Gabriella. I still have to do some things at home. Yeah, I'm still kinda' sorry I can't attend it today." Taylor said in the form of goodbye. Taylor closed her locker and walked away.

"Gabby, are we still on for movie night today?" Ryan asked. "Of course Ryan, missing movie night is like breaking the ten-commandments already." Gabriella giggled. "But it's kinda' different this time, I mean; it used to be the whole gang!"

"Right! But Sharpay has a date." Ryan spoke.

"…Chad and Troy have detention!" Gabriella continued.

"And Taylor has some things to take care of," He said

"Then again, Kelsi has a date with Jason!" She finished.

"So, it's sorta' like only you and me are attending?" Gabriella questioned. "Mhmm…" Was Ryan's reply. They walked slowly out of East High together at this point of the conversation.

"Anyway, what movie this time?" He inquired, leaning against Gabriella's locker door. "Well, we are in the horror theme this week. Last time it was comedy." She replied. "I remember, Chad was laughing so hard that he almost choked on his food." Ryan spoke.

"What food was that anyway?" Gabriella asked. "It was sushi I think." Was his answer. Then they laughed together.

"Oh look- We're here already!" Exclaimed the lovely brunette. "Would you like a ride home in my chariot today my lady?"

He asked in a fake British accent. "Why of course kind sir! Thank you for asking me," She said going along with him.

Gabriella giggled as Ryan opened the door for her. As soon as she sat down, Ryan opened the door to the driver's seat.

A/N: Well? What's the verdict? Please review!! Thanks in advance. This will be continued if I get at least 5 reviews!!

Laine Whitlock