Finally! I have been trying to write this story for almost two years now but kept on getting distracted by other projects. I hope that this is worth the effort.

It is slash. As in two men in romantic situations, I'm just making that clear now, so if that's not your thing then turn away now. If it is your thing then you are definitely in the right place my brethren.

Summary: Winning the first leading role of my post-college career is what brought me face to face with none other then Ryan Evans. My co-star. My some how has become incredibly hot co-star...

Pairing: Troy/Ryan, some Troy/Gabriella

Rating: T probably, might go up to M later, depending on my mood.

Disclaimer: I don't own Disney, High School Musical or any of the characters.

Troy's POV

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It had been four years since I saw him last and wow four years could change a person...

My time at Berkley started out just as amazing as I thought it would. It was perfect, I quickly made my way to being the break out basketball star and I had Gabriella at my side for almost every game. That first year was a dream come true, everything I could have ever wished for. Sophomore year was a bit harder, I hurt my ankle during the first game and was out half the season, Gabriella still went to all of the games though. Both of our college work loads got heavier so we had less time to spend together but we were still happy. At least I had thought we were...

Junior year was when the fantasy really came crashing down. She found someone else. Gabriella never cheated on me, she wasn't that type of girl but she did want to give this new man a try. He was on my basketball team at Berkley; they had gotten to know each other during my injury last year. That was what hurt the most, Gabriella still came to all of my games but it wasn't me she was cheering for anymore. And at the end of the year, during the final championship game, against the Red Hawks of all teams, my old ankle injury returned, this time completely shattering the bone.

My basketball career ended that night.

My senior year renewed my love for theater. Without basketball I was able to focus on it more and actually got a lead that year instead of the smaller roles I had been playing. I threw myself into the play and soon theater began to define me instead of basketball or my 'perfect' relationship with Gabriella. By the time opening night came along, I had talent agents practically breaking down the door to my dressing room, one of them did break it down actually...

When I finally graduated three months ago I had an agent picked out and auditions galore. I knew that my dad wished I could have gone pro with my basketball but he still supported me in my new career choice.

And that career choice is what brought me to New York. I made a point to stay away from Broadway because I spent my high-school life dealing with Sharpay Evans, I didn't need to spend my entire career doing the same thing. There were however other auditions to take care of in New York. Auditions that I easily mastered, I was still the same golden boy Troy after all. Now though I just learned to use that god given talent and charm on stage instead of on the court.

Winning the first leading role of my post-college career is what brought me face to face with none other then Ryan Evans. My co-star. My some how has become incredibly hot co-star...

"Troy? Is that you?" Ryan paused; we were standing outside of our dressing rooms, which were right next to each other. I had been going into mine to catch a break before the first official rehearsal when we ran into each other.

"Uh..." I said dumbly, looking at him in a state of shock, not sure why my brain and body were reacting this way to the sight of him.

"Oh my god it is you!" Ryan laughed and hugged me tightly. That at least woke me up enough to wrap my arms around him a quick, manly, hug back. I was the first to let go, taking a step back.

"Hey, it's great to see you." I said and meant it. Even though we hadn't always been the best of friends he had still been a positive part of my life, especially my last few years of high school.

"What are you doing here? Last I heard you were off in California doing your basketball thing."

"Yeah…that sort of fell through. Ankle injury…"

"Oh I'm sorry man." He patted my shoulder.

"I was bummed at first but it's cool now. I mean it all worked out" I shrugged "I'm here and staring in this play-"

"Wait, you're my co-star?" Ryan asked shocked.

"Hope you're not disappointed." I rubbed the back of my neck awkwardly.

"Disappointed? Of course not! This is going to be great." Ryan smiled brightly. "It'll be just like old times."

"Better than old times." I said with a smile, wondering why Ryan and I never spent more time together in high school. Oh yeah, I was to busy breaking social barriers and trying to constantly save a relationship that was doomed anyways.

"Oh wow, we're going to be late to practice." Ryan laughed and took my hand, pulling me down the hall with him to the main stage where everyone was meeting. I followed him, looking at our joined hands and gulping.

Well, this was definitely going to be interesting…

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Hope you liked it! The next chapter should be out soon and it will be longer than this, don't worry, this is only the prologue. Please review, it feeds my ego which fuels my inspiration and I also love any praise/constructive criticism you have. Thanks for reading!

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Next Chapter:

Troy and Ryan talk about their personal lives and Troy is confused about his sudden feelings.