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Chapter 10: All My Friends
The gang made it back to Inverness in one piece and ready for school the next day and the trial in two days. The school was buzzing with gossip about Gabriella and her life, most of which was untrue. Her friends stuck by her through it all, which really amazed her. She was so grateful for each and every one of them. In their own and unique way they supported her.
Troy was, without a doubt, her rock. He kept a tight grip on her, constantly just supporting her and making her laugh. He had become her foundation, he was the love of her life.
And Pay? Well, Pay was her best friend. She was constantly gossiping with her, cheering her up, giving her advice, making fun of the old people. Everything a best friend was supposed to be was what Pay was.
Zeke was one of the coolest people Gabby had ever met. He was the hot basketball superstar that wasn't afraid to show how much he loved to bake. Much to her aunt's dismay, she and Zeke had had another sugar and flour fight while trying to bake a cake. He was just too much fun.
Then there was Taylor. Taylor was full of wisdom, good advice, and logic. She was her brain, constantly keeping her on the right path.
Chad, oh Chad was just the opposite of his girlfriend. Well, they always did say that opposites attract. Chad kept her full of life, and on her toes. You never could tell what was going to happen when he was around.
And there's Kelsi. Kelsi is just too sweet for her own good. She only wants what's best, and is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in. She keeps Gabby's spirit and self-esteem going.
And Jason, oh goodness, there really aren't words to describe him. He's random, dumb, brilliant, sweet, stupid, funny, and surprising all rolled in one, if that's even possible (lol).
Martha has one of the liveliest spirits that Gabby had ever come across in her short lifetime. She's brilliant, but she's constantly dancing all around. She share's that passion with Gabby and all those around her, whether they want to be affected by it or not.
And finally Ryan, oh Ryan dear Ryan. There's so much to say about him. He makes Gabby believe in herself. He keeps her grounded, but keeps her dreams alive. And that's really just the beginning.
Yes all of these amazing friends were getting Gabby through the next few weeks. In fact, they got Gabby through everything.
"You know Troy?" Gabby began, coming out of her reverie as she waited for him at his locker.
"What do I know Ella? Besides everything." He joked
Gabby rolled her eyes and said, "Everything I've been through has been completely and 100 worth it. " At his shocked expression she giggled, "Know why?"
"Surprisingly no I don't."
"Cause it brought me you guys." She smiled, "Well, you and Pay in particular." Troy smiled and the leaned in and their lips met in a passionate kiss that transcended all other kisses.
"Okay lovebirds that's enough." Sharpay interrupted, "As cute as I think you are, you're getting on teachers' nerves. Plus you need to begin practicing for Darbus. Better watch it or you two will be in detention everyday." She warned
"And you know Coach won't like that." Zeke said wisely as he tightened his grip around Sharpay as a group of hungry football players passed by letting out wolf whistles and winks.
"Ugh," Kelsi came up with an infuriated Jason at her heels, "I can't wait to get back to East High where no one bothers us." She groaned
"What happened Kelly?" Gabby asked her friend
"That jerk Ty? He grabbed my ass." She gave Jason a comforting hug.
He clung to her tightly, "And I punched him and we both got detention." Jason finished Kelsi's thought.
"JASON!" Taylor, Martha, and Sharpay scolded at once
"No thoughts Ella?" Troy asked, as she had been unusually quiet.
"I think it's sweet. It's one of those surprising moments that I love about you Jase." With that she walked off to her next class.
"Huh." Troy said before chasing after her. Troy quickly caught up to his girlfriend and asked, "What's up today Ella Bella? You're really thoughtful and quiet. And then you say something random like that. Jason's so screwed because he got detention. And then your comment about him being surprising. What's on your pretty little mind baby?"
Gabby giggled and finally put her finger to Troy's lips to silence him. "Did anyone ever tell you that you talk to much?" She jokingly asked.
"Nope. In fact I'm often told that I don't talk enough." He playfully bantered with his girlfriend. She rolled her eyes at him.
"To answer your earlier…erm…questions, I've been doing a lot of thinking lately. Mostly about how lucky I am because here you guys are. You're fighting for me. You first helped me when you didn't have to, and then supported me when you didn't know me, and now you're fighting to make my life better, when really, you could just say you've done your good deed for the day and look the other way." Tears started to stream down her face and speaking became too much of an effort, so she just stopped there.
Troy wiped her tears away with the pad of his thumb before saying, "First off, we love you so much Ella, that's why we've done all we've done, which really isn't nearly enough." Gabby tried to interrupt, but Troy beat her to it, "And second, our motives are completely selfish. We want to keep you with us. We want you all to ourselves and in Albuquerque with us. So no, we're not the sweetest people alive. Besides Jason just punched someone, nice people don't punch." Troy laughed, causing Ella to laugh.
"You know, I think we both talk too much." She joked.
"I think you may be right." Chad joked as he and Taylor passed by them in the hallway.
"Now kiss the girl already!" Taylor joked with them. Troy laughed ready to oblige. He leaned down, and Gabby met him halfway in another passionate kiss.
Just then a teacher, who seemed to witness all of their PDA moments stopped in front of them. She took folder and separated them with it before yelling "DETENTION." They both laughed at the incident before the realization that Gabby had to work and Troy had a basketball practice after school.
They both groaned and at the same time said, "Screwed!"
AN: Okay that's the end of that chapter. Next chapter is going to be the trial! Review please (with a cherry on top?)
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