You hate me. I know you do and I deserve it. I got overwhelmed with work and school though. No excuses because I could've wrote an author's note letting you all know that. I'm sorry though and I hope you all continue reading. Next chapter will be up in a few days…I Promise this time. I decided to do this chapter in Troy's POV. Hope you all like! This is really just a filler chapter. Thanks for the reviews!

We actually ended up having a good time tonight. Gabi and Derek must have made up because he even smiled and waved at us when he walked out the diner. Gabi didn't say anything about it and nobody asked her. I guess nobody wanted to ruin the night. After eating, we all ended up going back to the girl's dorm just to hang out. Gabi and I were sitting on bean bags by each other. Chad was in Taylor's room trying to convince her not to study until we left. Zeke and Sharpay were actually talking rather closely. He was honestly nervous to be around her since she acted so weird last time. I didn't tell Gabi that though. He must really like her now. Jason and Kelsi were the couple everybody wanted to be. They actually went for a walk and said they'd be back later.

"Right Troy?"

"What…what did you say Gabs?"

"I said it seems like everybody is just paired off."

"Oh yeah. I guess that happens a lot. We better get used to it though. All of our friends like each other."

"I guess so. Hey, was everything okay with your mom earlier?" I didn't really know what to say. I didn't really want to talk about that with Gabi just yet.

"Um, yeah. You know moms they worry about everything little thing, but everything is fine."

"You're a horrible liar."

"What?"

Gabi laughed a little. "Troy seriously it is fine if you don't want to talk about it, but just say that. I don't want you to feel like you have to lie about it. We all have our problems."

"I'm sorry. I don't want to talk about it right now though. I want to enjoy this night."

"I agree with you on that. I'm sorry the night started off a little tense with the whole Derek thing."

"It's cool. I guess I would be the same way if I was him. What happened with all?"

"We agreed to just enjoy tonight and talk about it tomorrow, but I don't know what there is to talk about. I don't know what to do."

I didn't know what to say after that. Do I tell her to take a risk with him or do I take a risk and ask her out? Either way, I feel like there could be damage to our friendship. If she takes a risk with him, she could forget about me. I might be a little dramatic, but it could happen. If I take a risk, it could not work and we could lose a friendship. I was just as confused as she was.

"It'll all work out Gabi." That's all I could say. What's meant to be will be.

"Thanks Troy. Same for you."

"Thanks." I turned to smile at her and again I was mesmerized by how perfect she was. It was the little things that made me like her. I loved how she crunched up her nose when she giggled or how she laughed at the dumbest things. The one thing that made me see her different was something that she said the first time we hung out and talked. Her reason for being a psych nurse was something that will forever make me see her differently. I knew in that moment how genuine she was. She turned to smile and me. I smiled back and something told me to turn away. I can't lose her as a friend no matter how much I like her. I haven't even know her for that long, but I knew I needed her to stick around.

"You okay Troy?"

"Yeah. I'm sorry. I just realized I forgot to do an assignment that's due in the morning. Crap. I forgot all about it."

"Oh okay. Well do you need any help?" I laughed a little at that.

"As much as I know you could help, you're a big distraction."

"Hey! I am not. I would be good and quiet."

"Thanks, but I'm good Gabi. I think I'll go to sleep after I finish it. If not, I'll come back up here." I grabbed my stuff and hugged Gabi goodbye. I was lying. I'm pretty sure she knew I was lying too.

"Okay well call me later or text me."

"Will do." She closed the door behind and I let out a huge sigh. I could change it. I could know on the door and ask her out, but I can't risk it. I'd rather have her dating someone and us be friends rather than we date and I lose her all together. I was bound to ruin it. With all the stuff I had going on at home. I decided to just walk back to my room and work on homework for a little bit. It wasn't due for a couple of days, but might as well make this night productive.

30 MINS LATER…(in my Spongebob voice lol)

I had actually made progress and got an assignment. I'm going to need help on that Chem work though. I'll definitely as Gabi. Chad still hadn't got home yet. I was laying down on the bed shooting a mini basketball up in the air. My dad had gave it to me when I was five. I remembered I used to love going to the games and sitting on my mom's lap watching my dad coach. I always was grateful to have a great family until everything came crashing down from one phone call. I rolled over as a tear slid down my face. I needed some air. I decided to go on the rooftop where I told Gabi to meet me. I threw on my old East High sweatshirt and some running shorts with some tennis shoes. I grabbed my keys and took the stairs all the way to the top. I knew Chad was too lazy to take the stairs so I wouldn't run into him. As soon as I got to the top, I called my mom.

"Hey baby! How are you?"

"I'm good. I was just calling to check on you mom. How's dad and Alex?"

"They are good. Dad is in the living room. Alex is sleeping over at Charlotte's house tonight."

"I wonder why."

"Troy, please. Not tonight. Tonight has been a good night. Please don't ruin it."

"I'm sorry mom. I didn't mean to say anything like that. I know it's hard enough for you guys. How was he tonight?"

"He was calm mostly. He zoned out a couple of times, but much better than other nights."

"That's good. Is he still going to see her?" My mom sighed on the phone.

"Yeah, but apparently it's not helping. I don't know what else to do."

"You know what we can do mom."

"That's not an option Troy. I already told you that."

"Okay, I'm sorry mom. I really just called to tell you I love you. I was just thinking about everything and wanted you to know that."

"I love you too Troy. We all do."I heard something fall behind me and turned to see Gabi had knocked over something. She blushed and mouthed sorry.

"I have to go, but I'll talk to you later."

"Okay bye Troy. Remember, what I said."

"I know. Everything will be fine." After that, I hung up. I started walking towards Gabi.

"I'm sorry I didn't mean to interrupt your conversation. I didn't know you were up here and when I realized it, I was trying to leave before you saw me. I promise I wasn't listening. I would never do-"

"Gabi, its fine. I promise." I held out my hand and when she grabbed it, I pulled her in for a hug.

"What are you doing up here?" She mumbled into my chest.

"I finished my assignment so I came up here just to get some air."

"Same. I guess I just wanted to think without hearing all the giggling going on in our apartment. Zeke and Sharpay couldn't stop smiling at each other. Jason and Kelsi kept laughing at the dumbest things. Oh heads up, I think Chad asked out Taylor cause they can't stop smiling so prepare to hear him talk about it forever." I laughed.

"Thanks for the heads up. Bout time he did it."

"Yeah I like them together." I tried to let go of her, but she gripped me tighter. I just let her and continued to hug her. "I know this is a long hug, but I needed this."

"I did too Brie." We stayed like that for a few more minutes and I wished I could stay here forever. On this rooftop was where I didn't have to worry about anything. The city was beautiful and one of my best friends was here. Up here, it felt like we were in another world.

"Thanks for being there Troy."

"No problem. I'll always be here." With that, she looked up and smiled. We started looking in each other's eyes and I knew this was the moment I made my final decision. I felt Gabi stand up on her tip toes and I knew what she expected. She wanted a kiss. She wanted to know if this was just as real as I did, but I couldn't give her what we both wanted. I leaned down and kissed her on the forehead.

"I'll always be here to talk Gabi. You're an amazing friend." I could tell I had hurt her feelings, but I knew she would be fine. She had Derek.

"You are too Troy. I guess I'll let you think. I'm gonna go get ready for bed. Hopefully the guys are gone by now." She let out a chuckle, but I could tell it was forced.

"Hopefully so." I gave her one last hug, but she let go pretty quickly. It felt cold. As she was leaving, I called her name right before she opened the door.

"Hey Brie!"

"Yeah?" She turned around and I could a flash of confusion in her eyes.

"I hope you and Derek work everything out." With that, she nodded and walked down the stairs.

Hope you guys liked it! Well, you probably didn't cause of what Troy did but it'll work out in the end. Any ideas what's going on with Troy and his family? Review please…even though I don't deserve it for making you guys wait forever. Again, I'm sorry.