Hey guys! I'm sorry I have not been posting anything at all, but I've been thinking of the perfect story that is worth sharing with you guys. Now, after reading many romantic stories and watching a lot of different movies/series, I finally got one! This story is inspired from the latest episode of one of my favorite TV series! I wonder if anyone can guess what show it was? You probably won't believe or expect it to come from this show, which I will reveal probably in the future chapters. ;) Anyway, I hope you enjoy reading this new story!
Disclaimer: I do not own the cover photo used for this story. It's taken during Zac and Vanessa's photoshoot for Elle magazine back in 2008.
Another Disclaimer: I do not own the phrase, "love's been a long time coming," which I used as part of the summary for this story. It is part of the lyrics of "Long Time Coming," sang by Oliver James from the movie What A Girl Wants. It is also where I got the title of this story cause I truly think it fits the storyline.
Gabriella stood on her porch, gripping on to her phone tightly and tapping her foot impatiently. She looked around the darkness of her neighborhood with the exception of few streetlights highlighting some of her neighbors' houses, just waiting for any sign of life. She shivered slightly and wrapped her arms around herself as the cold evening air blew into her body. It did not help that she was dressed into a beautiful light blue sleeveless dress that hugged her curves perfectly.
She jumped slightly as she felt a thick sweater cover her bare shoulders. She looked around and smiled slightly when she saw her dad and mom's concerned expression.
"Still nothing?"
Gabriella shook her head sadly. Maria sighed and looked at Greg, whom both never liked seeing their only daughter sad. Greg stepped in and placed his hands on his daughter's shoulders.
"Princess, maybe you should just wait inside. It's getting cold out here."
Gabriella sighed and smiled gratefully at her dad's fatherly gesture, "It's okay Daddy. He should be here soon."
"Just come inside sweetie. We don't want you to catch any cold."
Gabriella looked at her mom's pleading expression and gave in. Once they got inside the house, she went straight to their couch by the window, giving a full view of their outside lawn. She sat carefully, not wanting to wrinkle her dress.
She was about to put her hands under her chin, but jumped when she felt her phone vibrate in her hands. Her face lit up, only to frown in disappointment after she looked down and saw that the message did not come from the person she expected and hoped for.
From: Taylor
Gabi! Where are you? Did he take you somewhere before coming here? Well, I hope you both don't mind, but we started partying! Can't wait to see you! xoxo
Gabriella sighed and replied.
From: Gabriella
Hey Tay. Uhmm, no. Have you heard from him? Have the guys heard from him? xoxo
By now, the feeling of impatience and annoyance vanished from her body. How can she be so selfish? What if something happened to him? Now, Gabriella was tapping her foot worriedly. She looked down at her phone again as it vibrated and lit up.
From: Taylor
WHAT? GABI! He's almost one hour late! And no, Chad and the others haven't heard from him yet! Where is he?
From: Gabriella
Now I'm getting worried. I've been trying to call him so many times now, but he wasn't answering so I just stopped for a while. I'll try calling him again.
Gabi nervously dialed his number. After many dial tones, she heard his husky, but beautiful voice:
Hi! You reached Troy. Sorry I can't answer your call now, but please leave a message after the beep! BEEEEEEP!
Gabriella sighed, "Hey Troy. Look, I'm not mad anymore. Please please call me when you get this message? I'm worried about you. I love you."
She ran a hand through her curls. What if he got into an accident? What if he's in trouble? What if…
She jumped again for the millionth time as her phone vibrated… and this time it was from the person she expected. Her face lit up.
From: Troy
We're over. I'm sorry…
Gabriella gasped in confusion. What? After five minutes of shock and disbelief, she dialed his phone number again. This time, it was not his voicemail that reached her ears.
The number you have dialed is not in service. Please try again later.
I know that I mentioned before that I wouldn't post anything unless I am finished with the story, but I can't help it! Treat this as a teaser for all you lovely readers :) Don't expect for the next chapter to be published immediately, but I'll update as soon as I can! Your reviews are very much welcome, whether it's positive or negative. I take all of it into mind. Thanks guys!
xoxo Charmsheartz