An: Hey guys! So I'm sorry I sorely lack updates these days but with the story coming to a finale and finals coming up there's just a lot of pressure you know? I hate writing under pressure. Because then the chapter wouldn't turn out as good as I want it to be.
Recap:
I knew just how to deal with her.
The question is what am I gonna do to get my man back?
Troy's pov (I know shocking isn't it? :D)
I sighed as I ran my hand through my disheveled chestnut brown hair. The ball bounced straight back and I picked it up and shook my head struggling to focus.
I squinted my eyes and looked at the hoop and put all my energy on getting the ball in. I leaned down and took a shoot as the ball landed in with a swoosh.
I smiled to myself as I wiped the sheen of sweat off my forehead. I picked up the ball and shuffled to the benches. I plopped down and took a swig out of my water bottle.
As I stared out at the empty gym I couldn't help but let Chad's words echo through my head.
"if you love her as much as you say you do then you will fight for her".
I hated to admit it but he was right. I shouldn't let my dad get to me that easily. But I was more afraid of her getting hurt because of me than having her hate me. Although the latter really wasn't any better.
I cringed as I remembered the look on her face. The shock the hurt but most of all the betrayal she actually believed everything I told her.
Every lie that came out of my mouth was like a slap straight in her face and she took it all in and never said anything. But she didn't need to her eyes said it all.
When she looked at me with those big chocolate brown eyes full of hurt and confusion I almost broke right then and there wanting nothing more than to run to her and hold her and tell her I don't mean any of it.
Sadly that's not the way life works. No matter how many times you wish things turned out.
I heard footsteps squeaking and I looked up and was met with the concerned brown eyes of Chad.
"You alright dude?" He asked giving me his hand. I nodded as I took his hand and stood up.
"Need a ride?" He asked playing with his keys.
"Yea sure" I shrugged as I remembered that I didn't have my car today luckily for me Chad was here.
I followed him out of the school and into the car park after I had showered and changed into my jeans and wife beater.
We dumped our bags in the backseat and the rest of the car ride was spent in silence.
"How's the nose?" Chad asked conversationally.
I winced as I touched my bruised nose. "It's ok" I said nonchalantly. I had to admit that even though it hurt Ryan was worse off than I was.
I mean I probably broke his arm and nose. By accident of course but I just couldn't help it. He's the one who had to be a jerk about the whole thing.
It all started when I came to school yesterday.
Flashback
I was walking around the hallways minding my own business when out of the corner of my eye I noticed Taylor looking forlorn and Ryan comforting her.
I wondered what had happened but knowing they hated me I had to bite my tongue to keep and act nonchalant to keep from asking. I thought it was weird that Gabriella wasn't around to be seen.
She and Taylor were like twins. I furrowed my brows and pursued my lips in confusion as I saw Taylor open Gabi's locker and take something out before shutting it.
The locker looked so bare. It was stripped of everything in it. That's odd I thought as I walked towards them my curiosity getting the better of me.
"What do you want?" Taylor hissed as she saw me approaching Gabriella's locker.
I didn't bother answering her instead I just assessed her trying by her stance and posture to determine what was wrong with her. She had on jeans and a t-shirt which was very weird since Taylor always liked to look fashionable.
She had circles under her eyes and her eyes were bloodshot like she had been crying a lot.
"You don't look too good" I commented.
Her eyes narrowed "What would you care?" She said coldly as Ryan came to her side and eyed me like I was some kind of vermin.
"Is he bothering you?" He asked talking about me like I wasn't there.
"I'm fine I had it under control" She said softly as she started pushing him away.
"Where's Gabriella?" I blurted out before I could think.
Ryan's eyes narrowed into slits and he approached me until he was dangerously close. "You don't even give a damn so why are you asking?" He spat.
My eyes narrowed into slits "You don't know what you're talking about" I said my voice dangerously low and threatening.
"Oh I don't?" He asked bitterly amused. "You broke her heart so forgive me for thinking that it means you couldn't care less"
"You're forgiven"
"Just stay the hell away from her"
"Make me" and before I knew what happened I fell backwards. I touched my bruised nose and flinched at the pain. I wiped the blood off with the back of my hands and spat out the blood that was in my mouth "I was making a point" He said pretending to be innocent as he shrugged.
I lunged at him and the rest was history.
End flashback
I blinked three times so I could snap out of my day dream. I looked around and noticed we had stopped in front of my house.
"You ok?" Chad asked concern lacing his voice.
"Yeah just spaced off" I said as I got out of the car and slammed my door shut. Chad rolled his window down "Thanks for the ride man" I said gratefully as I gave him a half smile.
"Don't worry about it" he said as he started up the car again.
I took my bag from the back seat and trudge along to my front door. I opened the door with a click.
I dropped my bag on the floor and flipped the lights on noticing how quiet the house sounded.
"Mum?" I yelled my voice echoing back to me in the empty house. That was so weird. My mum was never late in work. She was always on time. It was like an unwritten code or something.
I sighed as I went to the fridge and noticed her note.
Troy
Had to work late something came up
Will be home as soon as I can
Love
Mum
"Figures" I muttered as I crumpled the paper and tossed it in the bin. I opened the fridge and rummaged around for something to eat.
I succeeded in finding some left over pasta with white sauce. I took the container out dumped the food in a plate and popped it in the microwave for 2 minutes.
I went upstairs and kicked off my shoes and replaced my wife beater with a wildcats t-shirt.
I trudged downstairs again when I heard the small beep of the microwave. I took the food out and placed the plate on the counter while I hunted for a fork.
I found a fork and started eating while thinking thoughtfully.
So I probably shouldn't have let my anger get the best of me. I should've just walked away but something in me snapped when he said that I didn't care.
He had no idea. No idea at all just how much I cared. It was because I cared that I was away from her but he wouldn't understand that.
Probably no one would. I just wish I knew where Gabriella was. It wasn't like her to miss school. She never missed school.
I pursued my lips in thought as I tried to think where she might've gone. The only explanation was that she left.
But to where?
And was it because of me?
If it was what was I going to do?
So many questions I thought miserably as I washed my plate and so little answers I thought bitterly.
I went upstairs and turned on my laptop waiting for it to start up. I started drumming my fingers against the keyboard waiting for any kind of movement.
I logged in as soon as it started but no one was online. I sighed for what seemed like the millionth time and decided to tidy my room.
My mum kept telling me all week and I never got around to it so I might as well.
I picked up my jeans and grimaced as I caught a whiff of them
Jeez my mum was right I could really be a pig sometimes.
I opened the room to my window and smiled as I felt the wind hit my face.
Much better I thought as I proceeded to tidy my room.
1 hour later
I groaned in self pity as I threw myself on my bed and closed my eyes.
I heard my cell ring and mentally cursed whoever was culling me at this hour.
"Hello?" I said gruffly.
"Hi Troy"
"Oh hey Shar what's up?"
"I just got invited to this big party…..and I was wondering if you got the invite too?"
"Um no sorry Shar have fun for me though"
"You sure you want me to go? I could keep you company if you want" She said sympathetically.
I smiled to myself. Sharpay was many things and I was surprised to find out that caring was one of them. But I didn't want anyone's sympathy least of all hers.
"Shar just have fun for me"
"Will do talk to you later"
"Sure bye"
I stared at the phone as I heard the dial tone. I snapped my phone shut and tucked my hands underneath my head as I stared at the ceiling.
I missed Gabriella so much right now. Every time I thought of her my heart would ache and fill with this longing I never even knew.
I heard the bell rang so I threw my legs over the bed and trudged downstairs wondering who would drop by at 6:00pm.
I swung the door open but no one was there. I scratched my head in confusion. Generally when a bell rang that meant someone was there waiting for me to open and let them in or whatever.
I sighed as I looked down and noticed a white rose with a note attached to it.
Curious I picked the rose up and opened the note
A white rose is a symbol of purity forgiveness and good things in life. This flower represents my love for you but mostly it represents the fact that you need to forgive yourself for the pain you caused and let go……Meet me in a place full of special memories
LF
Who the heck is LF?! I thought as I scratched my head in confusion. Did I have a stalker or something? Ok that thought seriously creped me out and I shuddered at having to deal with that.
The pain I cost? O..k….I thought did the letter mean Gabriella's pain or someone else's pain?
And where on earth is the place "full of memories"? this is so confusing. I sat down on my porch and put my head between my hands.
I rubbed my temples in a soothing motion as I tried to piece the clues together.
I snapped my head up as I suddenly remembered one place where I had a lot of special memories. I ran inside the house grabbed my jacket and my keys and cell. I quickly scribbled my mum a note and left it on the counter as I rushed out the door.
I decided against taking my car and started walking figuring I could use the fresh air.
15 minutes later I was finally there. I smiled as I pushed the gate to the park open. Some of my best memories were here.
Both good and bad memories.
I noticed a trail of rose petals I curiously followed it till I got to another note. I bent down and picked it up.
Wow you made it here so fast! I'm glad you remembered now take two steps back
I chuckled as I took two steps back I looked down and saw two roses lying side by side. A pale pink and a light red rose. I picked up the pink rose first. I closed my eyes and inhaled the sweet pure scent. I picked up the note attached to the pink one which said
To give pink roses shows grace, joy, and gratitude. You showed me and made me feel the joy I never thought I could feel again and for that I am thankful. Thankful every single minute of every single day to have a blessing like you in my life.
I wiped a tear away as I sniffed. Her words were really moving. I was guessing it was a she by now. I mean no guy could ever plan something so graceful and moving. No offense to guys of course.
I picked up the red rose and gently opened the note treasuring the moment.
Red is the symbol of love. To give red roses says "I love you still" I always have and I always will.
Now close your eyes and listen with your heart.
I turned around and took a deep breath. I hesitantly closed one eye shut then the other. I listened very carefully but all I could hear was the soft breeze blowing.
Remember
those walls I built
Well baby they are tumbling down
I heard a very soft melodic voice say. I kept my eyes shut tight hoping that if this was a dream it would never end.
And
they didn`t even put up a fight
They didn`t even make a sound
I slowly peeled one eyes open and I gasped at the sight before me. There in the middle of the park was someone I could only dream about.
Someone I thought I had lost forever.
Gabriella my mind screamed.
She looked absolutely beautiful in a white and black dress. The dress had sequins and from the afar it looked like a black skirt with a white top.
I hesitantly took one step closer she smiled at me in encouragement. I was too afraid to blink in case she disappeared.
I
found a way to let you in
But i never really had a doubt
Her eyes glazed over as she said the last part. She closed the distance between us and gently took my hand as she slowly looked up at me
Standing
in the light of your halo
I got my angel now
She smiled at me as she slowly brought her hands up to my cheek and grazed it softly. I sighed as I closed my eyes and savored her touch
It`s
like I've been awaken
Every rule i had you breaking
It`s the
risk that I'm taking
I ain`t never gonna shut you out
I slowly opened my eyes and stared at her through my tears. Who was I kidding? She was the blessing in my life. Not the other way around. After everything I've done to her she still loves me. She can still look at me and feel all this love.
I gently pried her fingers away from my hand as I took bother her hands and placed them around my neck. She smiled as I placed my arms around her waist and we slowly swayed.
Everywhere
I'm looking now
I`m surrounded by your embrace
Baby i can see
your halo
I smiled at her as I felt the happiness and love radiate off her body.
You know you`re my saving grace
I rolled my eyes but smiled at her nonetheless. She was the one who saved me. I needed saving. She didn't need it. She had the truth mixed up
You`re
everything I need and more
It`s written all over your face
Baby
I can feel your halo
Pray it won`t fade away
I smiled at her as I leaned and kissed her forehead. She closed her eyes and smiled. She opened her eyes a small smile tugging on her lips.
Hit
me like a ray of sun
burning through my darkened night
I found myself singing. She looked at me surprised as I continued to sing not knowing where the words were coming from
You`re
the only one that I want
And I'm addicted to your love
I spun her out as she giggled and I just smiled a big goofy smile loving the sound of her laugh more than anything in the world right now.
I
swore I'd never fall again
But this don`t even feel like
falling
Gravity came again
to pull me back to the ground again
She smiled at me the smile finally reaching her eyes as she leaned on her tiptoes to push back my hair. She kissed me softly on the cheek and pulled back blushing.
It`s
like I've been awaken
Every rule I had you breaking
It`s the
risk that I'm taking
I`m never gonna shut you out
I stopped and looked at her and she seemed to be lost in thought. Her lips were pursued and her eyebrows were scrunched and she looked deep in concentration. I had to admit though she looked so beautiful. With her hair gently slightly ruffled from the air. I inhaled and smelt the scent of her strawberry shampoo.
It felt just like home.
"I'm so sorry" I whispered thickly as I pulled her to me and buried my face in her hair. I inhaled deeply letting the smell fill me.
I could feel her wrap her petite arms around me tightly as she held me for dear life.
" I know what happened" She whispered in my ear as she pulled back.
" I heard you and Chad the other day in the gym" She clarified as she saw my confused expression.
"Since when do you eavesdrop?" I asked my eye brow rose.
Her face fell in shock at the accusation. " I was not eavesdropping" She said as she huffed and crossed her arms over her chest.
"I was walking by the gym and I was going to go in so I just happened to hear you guys talk" She said as she shrugged.
" I really am sorry Brie" I whispered suddenly missing her body close to mine.
" I know" She whispered just as softly. " I know why you did it so I understand" She said as she came closer and wrapped her arms around my torso. She buried her face in my chest and I wrapped both arms around her protectively.
"Hiding from the world?" I asked as I chuckled and kissed the top of her head.
"Yes" She said her voice muffled by my shirt.
" I missed you so much Brie" I said as I stroked her hair softly.
She pulled back and I saw one lone tear trailing down her face " I missed you too so so much" She said in a heartbreaking little voice. As if she was afraid I'd leave again. I pried her hands away and pulled back and I saw the hurt flash through her eyes for a sec before I realized why.
She was afraid I was going to leave her again. I would never. Not even if it killed me.
"Brie I'm never going to leave you again…..ever…..even if it kills me" I said furiously as I held her gently by both her shoulders forcing her to meet my gaze.
"Don't ever think that you're not good enough or believe any word I said that day" I said her wince not escaping my notice
"They were all lies every single one of them and it broke my heart and tore me into pieces every time you believed them to think that you had that little self worth…." I trailed off shaking my head in disbelief.
"But I….I" She gulped thickly tears forming in her eyes.
" I thought you meant it…. I mean how could I ever compare to you? You…..you're so perfect….too good for me" She said finally having enough courage to voice her thoughts out.
"Never ever say that brie" I said as I stroked her cheek. I kissed her cheeks softly and then her hands.
" I'm the one who could never compare to you….warm….loving….kind…..caring selfless" I saw her face brighten at the compliments.
She blushed when I whispered "And so beautiful inside and out"
She smiled brightly at me and I couldn't help the goofy smile that graced my face.
I took her hands and slowly kissed her finger tips. She smiled and looked up to meet my eyes as we both whispered
Everywhere
I'm looking now
I`m surrounded by your embrace
Baby I can see
your halo
You know you`re my saving grace
You`re everything I
need and more
It`s written all over your face
Baby I can feel
your halo
Pray it won`t fade away
She took my hand and kissed my finger tips and smiled slowly at me. Once again she slowly wrapped her arms around me.
" I love you so so much Brie" I whispered as I kissed her forehead again.
"I love you too Troy more than you know…..I hope nothing comes between us again" She whispered.
" I promise…." I paused realizing that I made several promises before that I broke. "No I swear nothing will come between us again" I said confidently as I felt her smile against my chest.
An: Done! God that was exhausting! I'm so tired and I'm so sorry this chapter is late guys but I had major writers block. And to top it all off the school decided to give us this thing called term tests(grimaces) ergh anyways hope u liked! The song used was Halo by Beyonce… Troyella are back together but what about Sharpay? Friends or more? And what about Troy's dad? Tune in next chapter!
