In My Sister's Shadow
An-I think I'm going to cry. I can't believe this story is practically over. It's really hard for me, because this is one of my favorite stories. This was started so long ago and it seems like just yesterday I wrote the first chapter for it. I don't think that this will be too long of a chapter, but there will be a song or two in it. Please review, I promise to hold in my tears until the end.
Disclaimer: Holy cheese and crackers, this is the last time I'll have to write one of these for this story. It's bitter/sweet, but sadly...I don't own.
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Epilogue
I dont think about it
I dont think about it
Misunderstood..
Everybody feels that way sometimes.
oh-oh-ohh
I wish i could fit in with all the rest but I..
Oh-oh-oh
Got my own style
Got my own way
I dont care what people say
Yeah, Cause
I dont think about it
I dont think about it
I dont think about it
being myself there ain't no doubt about it
I wont cry any tears
I just live without fear
Im so happy cause im living my life and i dont think about it
A shooting star twinkling across the sky at night
Oh-Oh-Oh
Near or far, i wish that everything would be all right
Oh-Oh-Oh
Got my own dreams
Got my own plans
Gonna get there anyway i can cuz,
I dont think about it
I dont think about it
I dont think about it
being myself there ain't no doubt about it
I wont cry any tears
I just live without fear
Im so happy cause im living my life and i dont think about it
Got my own style
Got my own way
I dont care what people say
Yeah, Cuz
I dont think about it
I dont think about it
I dont think about it
being myself there ain't no doubt about it
I wont cry any tears
I just live without fear
Im so happy cause im living my life and i dont think about it
I dont think about it
I dont think about it
I dont think about it
being myself there ain't no doubt about it
I wont cry any tears
I just live without fear
Im so happy cause im living my life and i dont think about it
Think about it.
Think about it.
Ohh.. i dont want to think about it
woahh.. yeahhh..cause im living my life and i dont think about it.
Gabriella finished her song and scurried backstage after taking a bow. She needed to get changed before the contest winner was chosen. She quickly changed into her faded black and grey skirt with black studs and her black halter top. She slipped into her heels and smiled as a memory of dancing with Troy came back. Her mind began to drift. She hadn't talked to him since Kelsi and Jason's wedding last year. Here she was 23 years old and still missing her poster boy very much.
"Maybe I should-" Her thoughts were inturupted as someone tapped her on the shoulder.
"Miss Montez, we need you on stage." She nodded and grabbed her microphone before running off to the stage. As she stepped back into the spotlight, cheers erupted from the audience. She smiled and threw her hand up and waved to her many fans.
"Now, it's time for the moment you've all been waiting for. The winner of the 'Meet Gabriella' contest is...Troy Bolton!" Gabriella's eyes widened. Troy? Her Troy? It couldn't be. The brunette's eyes searched for him all over the crowd. She turned to the steps as he was reaching the top. Her breath was caught in her throat as a smile formed on her face. Troy walked slowly over to her. Gabriella felt as though he was taking days to get to her. She walked over to him and threw her arms around his torso, hugging him warmly. There was a silence from the two of them, but the crowd continued to cheer. Troy pulled back and opened his mouth to say something but someone beat him to the punch.
"What song would like for her to sing?" The announcer asked him.
"Dreaming of You." There was always something about that song that made him stop what ever he was doing and just listen. Gabriella nodded as a stool was brought out for Troy to sit on. She smiled at him once more before signaling her band to start playing.
Late at night when all the world is sleeping
I stay up and think of you and I wish on a star
That somewhere you are thinking of me too
'Cause I'm dreaming of you tonight
'Til tomorrow I'll be holding you tight
And there's nowhere in the world I'd rather be
Than here in my room dreaming about you and me
Gabriella winked at Troy after she finished singing the first part. She was almost sure he knew this song was written for him. She wrote it not long after he left to live with his uncle. She was a bit depressed, but Jasmin came to the rescue as always.
I wonder if you ever see me (see me)
and I wonder if you know I'm there (am I there, am I?)
If you looked in my eyes would you see what's inside
Would you even care?
The brunette remebered writing that particular line when she thought about the minute she first saw him. She was definitely proved wrong by his actions during math class.
I just wanna hold you close but so far
All I have are dreams of you
So I wait for the day (wait for the day) and the courage to say
How much I love you
Yes, I do
I'll be dreaming of you tonight
'Til tomorrow I'll be holding you tight
And there's nowhere in the world I'd rather be
Than here in my room dreaming about you and me
The beauty danced around Troy's stool, and his eyes never left her for a moment. All those years they were apart she had done nothing more but think about all the time they spent together. It made her smile and sometimes almost cry because of the sweet things he wispered in her ear.
Ahh ahh
Corazón
(I can't stop dreaming of you)
No puedo dejar de pensar en ti
(I can't stop dreaming)
Como te necesito
(I can't stop dreaming of you)
Mi amor, como te extraño
Even though she was sure Troy didn't understand a lick of spanish, she knew he got the point. She made a mental not to tell him the meaning of the song at the end.
Late at night when all the world is sleeping
I stay up and think of you
And I still can't believe
That you came up to me and said
I love you
I love you too
Now I'm dreaming with you tonight
'Til tomorrow ('til tomorrow) and for all of my life
And there's nowhere in the world I'd rather be
Than here in my room dreaming with you endlessly
(Dreaming with you tonight)
('Til tomorrow) With you tonight ('Til tomorrow)
(I'll be holding you tight)
(And there's nowhere in the world I'd rather be) rather be
(Than here in my room dreaming with you) I'll be dreaming of you tonight
(endlessly, endlessly)
I'll be dreaming of you tonight
And I'll be holding you tight ('til tomorrow)
Dreaming with you (endlessly) tonight
(Endlessly, endlessly)
(Dreaming)
Gabriella finished the song looking Troy directly in the eyes. She took his hand and help him stand to hug her. She breathed in his scent, just like she used to. Troy kissed her cheek gently as they pulled away. Taking one final bow, she took Troy's hand and lead him off the stage and into her dressing room.
"So, what is basketball super star Troy Bolton doing here at a Gabriella Montez concert?" She asked, with a laugh.
"What else? I'm a huge fan, and it didn't hurt that I won the contest." Gabriella smiled. Troy Bolton hadn't changed much. His hair was shorter, and he'd definitely grown up. His boyish features were replaced with those of a man. He still had the same charming smile that could make her melt.
"I was just thinking about you." She said.
"Aw, Curly I'm touched." He laughed. Gabriella smiled and hit him lightly on the arm. "Your hair's darker."
"So is yours." There was a silence for about thirty seconds.
"So-"
"Well-"
"You go ahead. What were you going to say?" Troy asked, grinning.
"Nothing, just..." Gabriella hugged him once more. "It's been a while." She told him, still in the embrace.
"Yeah, but it's really good to see you." He pulled away, his arm sliding down her's. The brunette found herself missing his touch terribly. She hadn't really dated anyone. Kelsi and Taylor tried setting her up on dates, but no one compared.
"So..." Troy chuckled and Gabriella just stared at him.
"You haven't changed."
"Ah, but I have. See, I've learned not to care what people think. It's you that hasn't changed." She smiled and he returned it.
"Why would I?" The two laughed.
"You know, somethings never change."
"That can be a good thing. Hopefully it is..." Gabriella looked at him completely bewildered. "I have one question for you."
"Okay..."
Troy dropped to one knee and looked directly up at her. His hair fell into his eyes as he smiled. "Gabriella..."
"Troy what are you doing? Get up off the floor!" She laughed.
"You still mean the world to me..."
"Oh...woah..." It finally hit her what was coming. Troy then pulled out a blck velvet box from his pocket, and Gabriella knew she was correct.
"I don't know if you dating anyone, and I really hope your single...Will you marry me?"
"I..."
"I told you years ago that if we were both single, and we found each other again in life...it'd be a sign and we'd get married in Fiji. I don't care about the Fiji part, but I'd really love it if you'd marry me.
"I..."
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"...do." Gabriella said as she and Troy looked each other in the eyes, grinning.
"I now pronounce you man and wife." The two kissed sweetly as the sunlight lit up the room. Kelsi and Jason sat smiling as the congregation applauded. Everyone proceeded to the reception as Troy and Gabriella went to take pictures. When they were done, everyone sat as The maid of honor and best man made they're speeches.
"Hello everyone. I'm Gabriella's sister Jasmin, if yo didn't know. Can't you see the resmeblance?" The crowd laughed. "I'm so proud of these two crazy kids. They're absolutely perfect for each other. I fully approve of this marriage not only because I know how much they love each other, but I know how much they've changed their lives. Troy has been with Gabriella through so much and for that, none of us will be able to thank him. I'm going to make this short because we're here in this beautiful church and they're is so much fun to be had outside of this tent." Gabriella smiled up at her sister. "Here goes the knucle head Trevor Bolton with his speech."
"Love you too, Jas." It was clear that they were joking around. Everyone settled down so that Trevor could speak. "Baby brother, you fell in love. I'm just glad it's not with someone who's a control freak like Jasmin over there." Jasmin glared as the crowd gave a chuckle. In so many ways Gabriella has changed you. I know that you two are truly in love, but take it slow. No crazy honeymoon videos that get put up on YouTube overnight." Everyone laughed once more. "Seriously, I wish you two the best in life. I know that you'll be together for pretty much the rest of your life, so enjoy the many years that you have together." With that, he raised his glass and everyone cheered. "Mom would be proud." Troy smiled happily as the two came over to give them hugs. Later that evening, the two jumped into Troy's car and sped off.
"So, where do you want to live...Mrs. Bolton?" Troy asked as he smiled over at Gabriella.
"I'm definitely going to have to get used to the Mrs. It makes me feel old." Troy chuckled and kissed her hand.
"Well, this is a new story for us. You ready?"
"As long as I'm with you, I can take on anything."
"I love you."
"I love you, too. That's never going to change." Gabriella kissed his cheek just before the light turned green.
Somethings never change... somethings do...
It depends on that certain situation that really determines how it'll all end up. Sometimes things are left better unsaid... somethings have to come out...It's not about who the person is... but more or less, how they make you feel. Love can be a wonderful gift, but can aslo be a sacrifice. It's those little memories that often hold a relationship together over time. Those little moments of happiness in which you realize that everything will be alright... that it's all going to work out for the best. If it doesn't... then that's okay, you'll move on... you'll live.
A picture will always fade, but memories last forever...For this couple, it was the memories of hope and love that kept them going. A boy who never cared for anyone before, comes across that one poor girl, having trouble just being normal. A simple plea for help, turned into a plea for life, love, and happiness.
As time went on, that boy felt it was his duty to help this girl find herself. To help her feel that she was just as capable of healing as anyone.
'... come on Gabriella... you can do it... just try...' He kept his faith in her, and that's what truly mattered.
'... come on Gabriella... get up... don't just sit there... you almost had it...'
It was those simple tasks that were so hard for her, that she needed him most. She need someone to believe in her, so that she could believe in herself. Professionals told her it was impossible, but when did impossiblity stop the healing power of love?
It's those simple memories that Gabriella remembered. It was those nights alone with Troy that she cherished most. Memories were casted in a blur, like photos from the past, but she still remembered them vividly.
So... somethings change? Yes they do...
They grew up, and grew apart
So... somethings don't change? No they don't...
Distance means nothing to love... No matter how far... love can hold on strong...
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An- Holy cheese and crackers. This story is done. I can't believe it. I love this story, and I'd like to thank each and everyone of you. There won't be a sequel. I feel as though this should be left as is. The songs were 'I Don't Think About It' by Emily Osment and 'Dreamin' of You' by Selena. The spanish means heart, I cannot let think about youAs I need My love to you, like I am strange to you...At least that's what the translator said. lol Dome one last favor?
Reveiw one last time!
xoxo Mare