Sorry for the wait, guys. Coursework caught up with me and it's been a bitch. I've still got loads to do, but I've been feeling guilty about not updating.

So! Here you are! I hope you enjoy it, even though it's shorter than the previous one.

Desired Kisses

Chapter Four – Pro 'Senior Spring Musical'

"I just wanna be with you…"

Oblivious to the roaring applause from the enthusiastic audience, Gabriella and Troy remained in their blissful bubble as they stared into the others eyes, their love radiating brightly from the depths of the cerulean and chocolate orbs. Simultaneously, wide grins spread across their lips as a secret thought was shared between the two.

They'd arrived back in Albuquerque about an hour before the second half of the show had been due to start – but, neither had been ready to face their friends or families at that time, and so, sought privacy within the confinements of Troy's tree house. The two of them had been reluctant to leave California as their prom night, the day before, had been more of a night to remember than anticipated…

They'd made love.

They'd enjoyed their night of dancing and dining out at an expensive restaurant, but knew that this wouldn't be their perfect night without showing the each other how much they really loved one another. And so, they finally took that adult step in their relationship; and it was magical, more so than the two of them had ever imagined.

Leaving California was difficult as they knew that they'd have to return to the reality that was high school, the musical and the impending graduation. But, Gabriella had promised that she'd go back, that she wanted to say a proper goodbye to her friends and school, and so, knowing that they couldn't delay it any further, the two of them had hopped into Troy's truck, bound for Albuquerque.

Lifting her beautiful red roses to her nose, Gabriella smiled radiantly as she inhaled the sweet, delicate scent before raising her gaze to meet her boyfriend's, her lover's, who was watching her, a shy smile on his face. Despite Troy's well known reputation for giving romantic gestures, he always got a little nervous, not because he considered it cheesy, but because of waiting for Gabriella's reaction. He was never sure if he'd gone too far or not far enough – but surely enough, every time, Gabriella would smile beautifully with admiration and give a soft kiss of thanks.

Ignorant of the prying eyes of the hundreds of people around them, including their parents and drama teacher who was famous for her disapproval of PDA, Gabriella took a small step towards Troy, and reached up on her tiptoes to press a soft, lingering kiss against his lips. Everything surrounding them at that moment disappeared into obscurity until wilder, louder cheers and wolf whistles broke through their heavenly bubble.

Gabriella pulled away a moment later, her cheeks painted a soft, faint pink and Troy just grinned sheepishly, rubbing the back of his neck before taking a final bow and exiting the stage, behind Chad with his fingers still interlocked with Gabriella's.

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"And now a senior, who I believe, has a decision to make. Mister Troy Bolton," Ms. Darbus announced. "Troy."

The volume of the cheering raised somewhat as Troy stepped forward to make his announcement that would, to a certain degree, change his life forever.

"I've chosen basketball," he stated confidently, before pausing. "But…I've also chosen theatre." And at once, the faint clapping from the audience erupted as everyone stood, applauding and cheering, the volume reaching higher than it had been before. Smiling in response, Troy continued. "The University of California, Berkley, offers me both…that's where I am going to be attending next fall," he said, oblivious to his girlfriend's shocked reaction and glowing smile behind him. Taking a breath, Troy spoke up again. "But most of all, I choose the person who inspires my heart which is why I picked a school that's exactly thirty-two…" Troy trailed off as he turned to face Gabriella whose eyes were sparking with unshed tears of happiness. "…point-seven miles from you," he finished softly, holding out a hand that Gabriella took instantly, blinking back her tears. "Miss Gabriella Montez. Stanford University, Pre-Law," Troy announced proudly as Gabriella took her place next to Troy, smiling bashfully at the audience as the volume increased even more.

Turning back to Troy, Gabriella couldn't contain her tears any longer, and she let them fall as she flung her arms around him and buried her head deeply into the crook of his neck, crying as Troy wrapped his arms around her waist, digging his face into her glossy curls.

"I l-love you," she choked in his ear, sobbing again as she heard Troy whisper his response as he pressed a soft kiss against her ear.

"I love you, too."

The fear and dread of being separated after high school simply shattered at that moment in time as the two of them now knew for certain that they would be together. The anxiety from before was replaced with dreams of what was about come; knowing that their lives were only going to get better.

Because they had each other. Forever.

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Despite that incredibly cheesy ending, I quite like this chapter. And in reference to the whole sex thing, I thought I'd mention that because after watching the movie for the first time, that's what I imagined happening because when Troy and Gabriella arrived to do the show, they looked ridiculously happy and glow-y – and so, I wrote it. And I hope that it fits in with the story, and is believable.

And I'm sorry to say, but this is the last chapter. And that's not because I can't be bothered to do any more, it's because I've reached the end of the movie, and there aren't really any more places that a kiss was missed out on, simply because there weren't any more opportunities. However, if any of you guys think there is something I've missed, let me know, and I'll definitely take it into account, and maybe even write one more chapter :)

But, thank you so much, guys. The response to this story was a lot better than I thought it'd be, and I cannot tell you enough how grateful I am for the amazing support you guys gave. So, thank you! :D

Review? ;)

And have no fear! I've got plans for another story; but I'm not quite sure when that will happen! :P