A/N: So, just 1+ and it's over! Ahh, I'm feeling kind of sad now haha
Anyway, I have a new project called "Feel It" and in case you want to read, you're free to go to my profile and check the story… I would like your opinion about it very much! :P can you do this for me? ;0)
Disclaimer: You already know by now I don't own HSM, right? =]
Chapter 28,
Forever starts right now
; Two weeks later – California, Saturday, 4.30PM.
"Dude" Troy looked at Chad anxiously as he fixed his tie, wandering back and forth and rubbing his hands on his hair, "She had to be here at 4"
"The bride is always late, chill man" his friend replied simply and shrugged his shoulders. Troy sighed, "You're right, there's no reason to panic"
"Yea, dude" Chad fixed his tux too and hummed a song, "So, you wanna go for a walk?"
Troy nodded, "sure, why not"
They walked outside of Zeke's house and into the backyard that was already full of people. They skipped some people and went to the beach, laughing and talking about stupid things, like when they were too teenagers.
"I'm glad we're still friends, dude" Chad admitted as they stopped to walk, "I mean, I thought that after you moved we were…" he stopped and rubbed his neck, "You know"
Troy chuckled. "I guess you were wrong" he punched Chad's arm playfully and shook his afro violently.
"Nu-uh. I was always right" Chad protested, "Remember when you came to my house because you were confused about Gabs?" he grinned and Troy rolled his eyes, "I was the one that told you that she wasn't your sis"
"Yeah" Troy nodded, "I never said thank you, dude" Troy smiled sincerely, "You more than anyone deserve to be the best man"
Chad laughed, "It's ok. Just make sure to name the first kid after me"
"No way, your name is ugly as hell" Troy laughed and ran when Chad threatened to punch him, "It's gonna be Troy Jr."
"Eww dude" he laughed as well, still trying to run after Troy, but his best friend was always faster than him. They stopped after a few minutes, still laughing. Troy leaned over, bracing his knees as he tried to catch his breath. Chad rested his back against a car and shook his head,
"Hoops, you're getting old"
"Actually, you two Chad" someone said obliging Troy and Chad to look at the owner of the voice, "You guys were way better in High School"
"Coach"
Troy's eyes widened a bit as he studied his father in front of him. Jack Bolton looked the same, but now he was wearing glasses and he had a few creases on his forehead and on the side of his eyes as he smiled at the two boys.
Jack grabbed the invitation for the wedding inside his suit pocket, "I received this" he said simply, showing the envelope to Troy.
Troy nodded, "We were hoping you would"
"I uhm' Chad gasped, "I'm gonna let you two alone" he patted Troy's back, "Just don't take too long, Gabs will be here any minute"
"'Kay" he said in a weak voice as he leaned against a car, staring at the ocean again. Jack leaned on his side and they stayed in complete silence for what felt like ages.
Sometimes actions can speak clearly than words. Sounds as smooth as they can be are louder than a scream in certain occasions.
In a few cases, an expression can tell exactly what's going on with you. And the air, as much as we don't see it, exists.
Some moments in life people are just afraid of what they don't know or don't see. That's exactly what was happening with Jack Bolton.
While he was waiting for Troy to shout at him, say he didn't want him in his life anymore, he couldn't help but tap his shoe against the ground nervously.
The suit he was using seemed to be smaller than before and he felt like he was asphyxiated in it. His hands were sweaty and his face turned bright red with anxiety.
Troy knew what he had to do. He knew that was Jack trying to say he was sorry for everything that happened. His father was never good with words, but just being there to support his wedding showed him he was truly sorry for everything.
"Relax paps, everything's ok"
Jack turned his attention to his 22 year old boy that seemed more secure and mature than him sometimes. He never understood how Troy could be so strong all these years, fighting for his love with Gabriella when he was not able to fight for Laise nor Marina.
He took a deep breath and tapped Troy's shoulder a bit trying to hold back the tears that wanted to fall from his eyes. Jack Bolton was turning into an emotive old man and that was not good.
"You're a Bolton" Troy tried to joke, "You taught me Boltons don't cry"
Jack gave him a tiny smile, "You're way stronger than I'll ever be, Troy" he admitted and sighed; "When your mother left us I was so afraid, but everytime I looked at you, you'd give me strength to continue my life" he looked down facing his shoes, "I was just mad that day. I never thought you screwed my life, seriously" Troy gulped but Jack didn't stop, "I was just mad at myself and didn't know how to handle the situation… I'm sorry"
"Dad, It's—"
Jack lifted his hand, interrupting Troy, "No. Let me finish, please. I've been waiting to say those things for 4 years" he rubbed the sweat from his forehead away, "I'm not your favorite person right now and I know I owe you an apology son, for letting you down, for treating you bad, for everything" he concluded. "If you and Gabsy are happy together, that's what matters. I should have told you this 4 years ago"
Troy nodded in agreement and he looked forward again, staring at the ocean one more time, not able to avoid the tiny smile that was on his face. "Thanks paps, that means a lot"
"Troy, dude" Chad yelled from the opposite side of the street, "Gabs here"
Jack Bolton patted Troy on the chest and gave him a half-smile, "Go ahead, boy. Your fiancé is waiting for you"
"You're not staying?"
His father shook his head. "Tell Gabsy I love her, please"
"Paps, she would love to see you" Troy looked at him with pleading eyes, "Stay please"
"I can't" Jack said in a whisper and hugged Troy tight, "You're gonna have a great life" he kissed Troy's cheek and added, "Take care of my little girl, please"
"I will paps" he smiled as they pulled away. "See you later?"
"Sure" Jack smiled before getting inside his car and driving off.
Troy smiled to himself as he stepped closer to Gabriella. He had no idea how long it took for the ceremony to finish, but now they were officially husband and wife and everybody was waiting for their first dance as Mr. and Mrs. Bolton.
He looked up and the sky was turning soft pink and orange as the sun began to set down. Troy stood in front of Gabriella and she smiled sweetly at him, biting her lip in the process. He gently stroked her cheek and she closed her eyes, feeling the shockwaves he sent her and the breeze brush against her skin.
They gazed at each other for a long while, with so much love, admiration, lust, everything a newlywed couple needed. Troy grabbed her small hand on his and pulled her to the dance floor that was placed in middle of the huge backyard garden.
He pushed her closer by the small of her back and Gabriella giggled, wrapping her arms around his neck and placing a sweet kiss on his neck skin. Troy smiled and wrapped his arms around her waist, starting to move slowly with the song.
Someday, when I'm awfully low
When the world is cold
I will feel a glow
Just thinking of you
And the way you look tonight
"You look so beautiful" he whispered in her ear and Gabriella let out a softly moan as his hand traced patters on the small of her back. She rested her head on his shoulder, stroking the nape of his neck with her nails as they danced the ballad. If she was asked right now if she could describe a feeling so wonderful like this one, Gabriella would have no words at all. It was just so much love, so pure, so natural. It felt so strong, right… lasting.
You're so lovely
With your smile so warm
And your cheeks so soft
There is nothing for me
But to love you
And the way you look tonight
Troy placed a sweet kiss on her hair and absorbed her scent. He brought her body closer, their hearts racing fast against the other's body, shockwaves erupting through their skins, love burning their eyes. It was just perfect. She was made for him and Troy was made for her, as simple as it could sound. Two soulmates finally reunited.
With each word your tenderness grows
Tearing my fears apart
And that laugh
That wrinkles your nose
It touches my foolish heart
Gabriella pulled away to lock eyes with Troy and they smiled. Everybody clapped hands but it didn't matter for them. It was just the two of them in their small little world, their perfect little world.
"I love you" she stroked his cheek and Troy closed his eyes, leaning into her touch, "You are my life"
Troy reopened his eyes and smiled, pecking her on the lips. As he was going to pull away, Gabriella held him by the neck and crashed her lips against his again, opening his mouth with her tongue, earning a sweet groan from Troy. They shared a passionate kiss, not really bothering everybody was still there.
Yes you're lovely,
Never, ever change
Keep that breathless glow
Won't you please arrange it
'Cause I love you
Just the way you look tonight
As they opened their eyes again, their guests were already on the dance floor too, but no other couple seemed to be more connected or in love than Troy and Gabriella Bolton. Nothing or no one else could be this sweet.
Troy cupped both sides of her face with his hands and pecked her on the lips, before wrapping his arms around her again and holding her in a loving embrace. Gabriella looked up and saw him smile at her with adoration, "forever is gonna start tonight, babe"
And again, five years after the first time she realized Troy was the man of her dreams, Gabriella could still feel the butterflies inside her stomach, stronger than ever.
~ Someone like you
Make it all worth while
Someone like you
Keep me satisfied
Someone exactly like you ~