AN: I am extremely sorry for the long wait. My life is crazy with working and all. Thank you to my faithful readers for their patience. Here's chapter 12! Enjoy!
Chapter 12- The Big Apple Pt 2
Gabriella walked up the marble staircase with the black garment bag in hand. She smiled. She was actually going to one of the most glamorous events ever to take place in New York.
So many fashion designers and some of the worlds most famous models would be there. It was going to be quite a party.
Gabriella finished slipping into her white and silver cocktail dress and shoes. After putting on some red lip balm she looked over herself once more and then walked out.
She walked down the marble staircase and opened the huge stained glass door to see that the sleek, black limo had arrived for her. The driver got out and tipped his hat to her as he opened the door. Gabriella climbed inside and sat down on the plush leather seats. She was in for the night of her life.
Meanwhile in New York City thousands of fashion designers and models had arrived. It was a circus with security guards everywhere directing people as well as the traffic. The light September rain fell softly as people made their way inside Radio City Music Hall. Photographers and some of the world's top fashion magazine representatives were there. Camera flashes continued to go off as the designers posed. The limo carrying the Bolton family arrived promptly and like the divas they were Samantha and Amber prepared themselves for their so called "grand entrance". "Look at all these people!" Amber exclaimed excitedly. "I'm so excited!" Samantha squealed while she did one last check of her hair and dress.
Troy groaned "Is this really necessary? I mean come on is a grand entrance really needed?" he asked looking at his family like they had two heads.
Amber scoffed at her brother "duh, of course it is. This is like the biggest event of the year. And Samantha and I have to outshine everyone." She said smirking.
Troy rolled his eyes. His sisters were definitely divas. It never ended.
"Ok enough chit chat. Lets go enjoy ourselves!" Mr. Bolton said as the door opened.
The limo carrying Gabriella was 10 minutes away from New York. Traffic had already started to back up due to fashion week taking place. "I'm going to have to get off at this exit here miss. It's a short cut and we'll get there in less time." The driver said apologetically.
"That's ok." Gabriella said smiling. The limo driver pulled off the highway and five minutes later they had arrived at Fashion week. "Here's your VIP pass for the after party and fashion show." The driver said handing it to her.
Gabriella placed it around her neck. "Remember be back out front by midnight." He said. "Chad's orders!" he said winking.
Gabriella nodded and opened the door. She stepped outside and calmly walked the red carpet that was set out. As she did the entire media went quiet. Never had they seen such a lovely and mysterious person. Gabriella kept her focus and continued walking inside. She immediately was directed to her seat and sat down.
The Bolton family found their seats and just as Troy sat down his eye caught sight of Gabriella. He was stunned. She looked like a angel. He smiled and took his seat. During the entire show his sight never left Gabriella. He even ignored constant questions from his family.
After the show was finished the Bolton family made their way to club Indigo for the after party. Music, dancing and food were on the list for entertainment. Even their friends the Churchill's would be there. Samantha was hoping to hook her brother up with their daughter Violet. Troy only wanted one girl and that was Gabriella. His Cinderella.
Club Indigo was hoping with music when Gabriella arrived. She got out and made her way inside. Everyone went quiet. Murmurs of "who is she?" and "where did she come from?" could be heard as she walked through the crowd. Troy spotted her and smiled. He walked over to her and took her hand in his.
"May I have this dance?" he asked "Why of course you may." Gabriella replied smiling.
Troy motioned for Gabriella to stay put as he walked over to the DJ table where DJ mystic was spinning some tunes on his turn tables. His wife DJ Angel was standing next to him.
"Hey mystic, can you play "Drowning" by the Backstreet Boys?" Troy asked
"Yeah sure man, no problem, who's the lucky girl?" he asked smiling at Troy.
"Oh she's just a friend that's all." Troy said blushing. "Alright no worries!" Mystic replied.
Troy smiled and walked back to Gabriella. Back at the DJ table Mystic grabbed his mike. "Ok,ok, everyone we have a very special request for LA Laker guard Troy Bolton and his friend." He said smiling and gesturing towards him.
Once done with his speech he played the song.
Oh yeah
Don't pretend your sorry
I know you're not
You know you've got the power
To make me weak inside.
And girl you leave me breathless
But its ok
Cause you are my survival
Now hear me say
I can't imagine life without your love
And even forever don't seem like long enough
Everytime I breathe to take you in
And my heart beats again
Baby, I can't help it
You keep me drowning in your love
Everytime I try to rise above
I'm swept away by love
Baby I can't help it
You keep me drowning in your love
As they danced Gabriella couldn't help but feel how lucky she thought she was. Her life was unfolding like a fairytale and to her that was all she wanted. "Nice choice of song." She commented. "Thanks, anything for my love." Troy said murmuring in her ear.
When the song ended Troy led her to one of the back VIP tables and sat down on the red plush couches. Troy sat close to her and wrapped his arm around her waist.
The party continued to happen as guests danced and talked the evening away. Every so often Troy's sisters and parents cast suspicious looks his way which were ignored.
As soon as another song was starting to play the club clock rang. It was midnight!
"Oh my gosh! I've got to go!" Gabriella said panicking as she got up. Troy stood up to and touched her arm. "please don't go!" he begged.
Gabriella wrenched from his grasp and ran out of the club and into the night. Troy ran after her. "COME BACK! PLEASE COME BACK!" he called after her.
He ran outside and sighed. She was gone. He was about to walk inside when he saw something white out of the corner of his eye. It was one of Gabriella's shoes. He smiled.
At least she had left a memory of what he had lost that night.
