Author's Note: Hey!. I just decided to do this little song fic, just for fun and I'd wanted to do something like this for a while, so, here it is. Thanks to all who have supported me: and I will not be taking The Season for Miracles off of fanfiction and will update later, if so. Anyways, I hope you enjoy and possibly another fic chapter soon!!!. Love ya all!.
Taylor McKessie sat at Gabriella's vanity, the two were getting ready for the after party to celebrate the Wildcats win once again over West High. Taylor stared at her reflection, brushing her hair continuously, thinking back on how she got herself into this situation in the first place.
I'm tugging at my hair
I'm pulling at my clothes
I'm trying to keep my cool
I know it shows
I'm staring at my feet
My checks are turning red
I'm searching for the words inside my head
The whole gym erupted into celebration over their victory, Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan, she and Chad all joining together, now as friends. The Status Quo was broken!."Yo, Wildcats!" Troy had called out over the music that still blasted around the gym. "After party at my house 7:00!" he shouted, the whole gym once more erupted in cheers. Gabriella and Taylor giggled happily as they begun to play with some of the confetti that had fallen around the gym. Troy and Chad suddenly came up behind them, Chad grabbing Taylor by the waist, as Troy wrapped an arm around Gabriella's shoulder.
"Chad, you scared me" Taylor said, giggling, suddenly nervous to be in Chad's presence. "Having fun?" he asked, seeing all the confetti that was caught up in her hair. Chuckling, he brushed some of it off, Taylor's heart began to race, she refused to meet his eyes, oblivious to the fact that Chad's cheeks were turning red. "Just celebrating a great win" she answered, her face growing red as well. "And you were great!" she said suddenly, her smile faded as she realized what she had said. Taylor prayed that somehow Chad had not heard her, unfortunately his smile wided, meaning he had, "Thanks" he smiled at her, "So were you" he said, Taylor's face burning now. She couldn't believe it, after all these years of fighting, they were being nice, and flirting a little She was actually flirting with LunkheadDanforth One of the athletes she'd loathed for so long
The moment was suddenly broken by Troy calling to him. "I gotta go change but, I'll pick you up at say, 7:00?" he asked, hopefully. Once again her head spun and she answered without thinking. "Yeah, I'll be as Gabi's" she said, smiling widely. Chad chuckled as well, slowly beginning to back away, but not taking his eyes off of her. "Ok, see you later" he said softly, still smiling as he turned to head to the locker room with Troy.
Gabriella snuck up behind her and tapped her on the shoulder, a wide and knowing smile on her own face. Obviously, she'd been watching the conversation, but she had to ask, "What was that all about?", she watched Taylor closely, waiting for a responce. Taylor was finally broken out of her daydream at Gabriella's question. That's when the reality finally came into effect. "I have a date with Chad Danforth" she said, somewhere between dreamily and nervously. Gabriella just chuckled at her friend, the reality had finally hit her. "Well, come on" she said, pulling on her best friend's arm. "Let's go get ready and knock those boys dead!" she giggled, pulling Taylor towards the gym door and the two were off to Gabriella's house to prepare.
Taylor sighed as she came back to the present time, continuously brushing her hair over and over. Gabriella, who had just pulled a outfit from the closet, glanced over to her friend. "Tay, your hair is done!. Any more brushing and you're going to make it poofy" she said, coming over and taking the brush out of Taylor's hands and smoothing it out herself.
(Cause) I'm feeling nervous
Trying to be so perfect
Cause I know you're worth it
You're worth it
Yeah
Taylor huffed and got up from her chair as Gabriella finished. "Does this outfit look good?" she asked, going over to the full-length mirror and looking at herself at all angles. "What about this one?" she asked, taking on outfit off of the bed. "Or this one?" she asked, taking another. Gabriella came over and took both out of her hands.
"Taylor, you look fine!" she insisted, but Taylor didn't seem convinced, she sat down on the bed in a huff. "What's wrong?." Gabriella asked, throwing the clothes back on the bed, and sitting down next to her friend. "I'm nervous!. I've never actually been asked out by one of the popular guys before, they've always just ignored me" she said. "And I guess I've always had... kinda..." Taylor began quietly, Gabriella waited for her to continue. "A crush on Chad. So I need make a good impression!" Taylor blurted. "I want to be as beautiful as any of those cheerleaders" she admitted quietly. Gabriella smiled sadly. "But you are!. And besides, you shouldn't have to change yourself for some guy!" Gabriella advised. "Just be yourself!". "And even though Chad may be a little arrogant" Gabriella continued. " He seems really sweet and likes you for who you are!" Gabriella insisted., causing Taylor to chuckle, bumping Taylor's shoulder.
"I guess" Taylor said, lifting her head. "Come on, at least give him a chance." She said. "You never know what might happen" Gabriella insisted, a wide smile on her face. Taylor smiled at her in appreciation. Gabriella glanced at the clock on her bedside table, they had an hour and a half left. "Come on, the guys will be here to soon" Gabriella said, pulling Taylor off of the bed. "And when I'm done with you, Chad Danforth will be able to take his eyes off of you!"
Taylor and Gabriella were just finishing up their hair and makeup when they heard the bell ring. Both stopped what they were doing, and glanced at the clock, it read exactly 7:00. They both turned to the other. "They're here!. Ready?" Gabriella asked, Taylor's smile wide, "Sort of" she answered, biting her lip softly. Gabriella rolled her eyes, and grabbed Taylor's arm, "Your ready, and you look great!" she said, pulling Taylor out the door. Coming down the stairs, the girls saw Chad and Troy in the entrance hall, conversing quietly with Gabriella's mom, when they finally glanced up at the girls, both of their mouths dropped open. Taylor wore green tank top with a flower design on the side and faded jeans. Gabriella wore a black and white stripped tank top with navy jeans. Both girls smiled as they came down the stairs and towards the boys, both couples were engulfed in hugs. "Hey" Chad greeted her, wrapping his arms around Taylor, she began to blush.
If I could say what I want to say
I'd say I wanna blow you... away
Be with you every night
Am I squeezing you too tight
If I could say what I want to see
I want to see you go downOn one knee
Marry me today
Yes, I'm wishing my life away
With these things I'll never say
"Hey" she answered back, she pulled back and saw him looking at her in complete awe. "You look really great" he said softly, a wide smile on his face. Taylor blushed deepened further, her heart racing. "Thanks" she said, nervously brushing some hair out of her face. She took this time to look Chad once over, and she had to say, she was quite impressed. Chad wore a light blue striped tee with navy jeans that showed off his toned legs from all the basketball, his hair was the same as always, though it was brushed. "You too", she continued.
Troy and Gabriella watched the two, smiling knowingly. Troy had a white formal t-shirt with navy jeans. "Well, we better get going before the other party people arrive" Troy called, opening the door and leading Gabriella out the door. "I'll see you later, mom!" she called out the door. Taylor and Chad giggled. "Don't want to loose them" Chad said, chuckling nervously. He took her hand and began leading her out the door.
Taylor almost lost all ability to talk, "We'll call if we're going to be late" she blurted out, as she almost out the door. Mrs. Montez chuckled to herself. "Have fun!. And be safe!" she called as the couples piled into Troy's car, and watched at the door as it was started and then drove off. The foursome conversed quite pleasantly among themselves. Taylor noticed that she and Chad sat quite comfortably close since they'd settled into the back seat of Troy's car. She was also surprised that the conversation was kept up quite well, there was no uncomfortable silences, and once in a while, the two would smile shyly at the other. Gabriella had caught her gaze once or twice, smiling knowingly.
It don't do me any good
It's just a waste of time
What use is it to you
What's on my mind
If ain't coming out
We're not going anywhere
So why can't I just tell you that I care
Turning to look out the window, 'So far, so good', Taylor thought to herself, 'I hope everything goes well', she turned her attention once more to the front, and caught sight of Chad, who smiled at her brightly, she returned it. 'Please like me', she thought. "Ok, here we are!" Troy announced, pulling into his driveway and parking. All of them started to get out, Taylor sighed deeply before opening her door, 'Here we go!', she thought, stepping out, only to be met by Chad. "Here, let me" he said, closing the door behind her. Her gaze still stuck on him, and he took it as nerves. "You nervous?" he asked, looking at her worriedly. She came back to life, chuckling softly. "A little" she admitted, as they started walking.
If I could say what I want to say
I'd say I wanna blow you... away
Be with you every night
Am I squeezing you too tight
If I could say what I want to see
I want to see you go down on one knee
Marry me today
Yes, I'm wishing my life away
With these things I'll never say
Chad suddenly placed his hand in hers, threading his fingers through hers and squeezing them softly. Surprised, Taylor turned towards him, a smile reflecting his own, spread across her face. She removed her gaze to the ground to hide her returning blush as they walked up the way to the house. They stopped once they got to the door. Taylor's breath seemed to have quickened and she felt herself shake slightly. Chad once more squeezed her hand, a little tighter this time, she turned to him. "It's ok to be nervous" he said softly to her, "But I'll be here for you" he said, finishing with a bright smile. She chuckled nervously, breathing a deep sigh, feeling Chad tighten his grip before he lead her through the door.
Author's Note: Hey!. Hope you enjoyed it, I did my best to try to go along with the song. Hope you enjoyed it anyways, and please review!!!. Love ya!.