A Miracle

Story by: Nicola & Jess.

('XxWhisperxX' & 'x Lovexfaith x')

Rated:K+

Disclaimer: We don't own High School Musical. No copyright infringement is intended.

Summary:Gabriella is forced into a situation she's not quite prepared for. After Troy becomes aware of Gabriella's secret talent, he starts to develop feeling for her. Will she let go of the wall that blocks her true self? Will sparks fly between them? Or will Sharpay get in the way of a possible fairy-tale romance? Please read and review.

Authors' Notes:

Nicola – This is my first fan fiction and without Jess it wouldn't be any good. I would like to give a thank you to her. Both of us put in a lot of hard work and effort into this story so I hope you enjoy and please review. (:

Jess – We have worked really hard on this so please make our day and review. (: Huge thanks to Nicola! x

Thanks everyone.

xxxx

CHAPTER ONE

"Gabriella Montez, pay attention this instance!" Miss Darbus shouted.

"Concentrate right now or I'll put you in detention."

The colour of Gabriella's face changed in the blink of an eye. There was nothing she hated more than getting a detention. Everyone began to laugh, point and humiliate Gabriella as she sat there hearing horrible comments being pushed her way. This was how it was everyday for Gabriella. Not once did she have a day where she wasn't pushed, shoved or laughed at. Gabriella was always picked last, the girl nobody knew or saw the true person behind her mask that covered her real self. Nobody would give her the time of day to show her identity. She was but nothing in the eyes of her classmates. Every body classified her as the school geek and only that. Taylor was her only friend in life, somebody she could always count on. Taylor was the only friend Gabriella felt she had made during her whole life.

"Come on Gabi, you've gotta get up and ready for school." Miss Montez said softly; pulling back the curtains, exposing the bright sun over Gabriella's face. It took her a while to pull around, but eventually she did. Gabriella hopped into a hot shower, washing her bruises from being pushed and shoved trying to get through out the busy halls at East High. After following her usual routine, she walked to her bus stop where she saw Sharpay Evans and Troy Bolton. The 'populars' of East High with all of their followers and wannabe's crowding around them as if they were the equivalent of a famous A-List celebrity.

As I took my usual place at the front of the school bus, I let my mind to wander, while trying to block out the noise all of them were making at the back of the bus.

Today was the day a judge was going to be making an appearance at our school and choose participators for people to be in a singing contest, the prize being a 1 million pound contract. I've been anxiously dreading this moment to come, where all it'll ever be is me some how managing to embarrass my self, while watching Sharpay win again and again. -- Then boast about it, of course.

"Everybody quiet!" A teacher instructed. The noise of the excited students began to fade, although there were still the occasional mumble or murmur.

"Sharpay Evans and the Sharpettes!" The announcer exclaimed. The stage lights moved to centre stage, where Sharpay was of course; the other girls behind her. A couple minutes later their song had completed and the entire theatre exploded with applause; this did terrific wonders to Sharpay's ego. The judge had a content look on his face, nodding as of approval.

I have to admit -- as much as it kills me to say this – They were pretty good.

Several more hit the stage, trying to impress the judge. A few were good, but nobody was any where near Sharpay's standards. After a couple more hopefuls, the judge began to whisper in Miss Darbus's ears before looking in Gabriella's direction.

"Miss Montez, on stage NOW." She demanded, pointing her finger directly at Gabriella.

"But – Miss, I never, p-put my name on the list!" Gabriella broke down on the inside, trying to keep a strong face on the out.

"Just go. Right now."

I had never been so petrified in my entire life. I've never sung in front of anybody before and to know that the entire school is watching, including my secret crush Troy Bolton is watching just adds to the frightening concept.

"What will you be singing for us today?" The judge asked politely.

Gabriella took a moment or two, too (slightly) recompose herself and pick a song on such short notice.

"I'll be s-singing... Stand by y-you, toda-a-y." She quietly said, nerves getting the better of her once again.

"Alright... Please begin." He replied, evidently curious.

I started, and for once I actually felt like I was doing a pretty good job. The notes seemed to just flow out in perfect harmony and everything seemed to be going well. I had a few shaky notes, here and there but I was doing much better than I originally thought. Images of me falling flat on my face still managed to circle my mind but I tried to push back those thoughts and continue. The end of the song approached and for a few moments there was complete silence through out the auditorium. Everybody's mouth was wide open, all completely shell shocked. Was this a good or bad sign? I contemplated in my mind. Butterflies were still floating around in my stomach. A couple seconds later, cheers erupted. Applause surrounded me. Everybody was cheering, including Troy Bolton.

I couldn't believe it! I was expecting tomatoes being thrown at me, or something! I didn't expect this at all. Everything felt and seemed so surreal, all like a dream. I continued pinching myself on the arm to find that it's really happening!

"Gabriella, that was incredible! I never knew you had it in you!" Miss Darbus exclaimed; still in slight shock.

My eyes trailed around the room and landed on Sharpay's face, which was bright red. Sharpay had second thoughts for once; maybe she wasn't going to win this contest after all!

Please review... (: Troyella will be in the next chapter. YAY!