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before you read this, read chapter 13 again, as I've added more to it. 797 words to be exact, and I'm pretty sure you don't want to miss it!
As for this chapter, it's rather short... probably the shortest one thus far. But i still really really like it. ah, um... not much to say, other than i stole the name from the Vanessa Hudgens song.
so um, yeah. enjoy:)
Never Underestimate a Girl
Chad was relieved when Troy and Ryan promised him they would be less conspicuous in class. They still chanced a wink every now and then, but for the most part they were pretty low key. This brought much relief for Chad. For one thing, it was totally blowing their cover, and he and Taylor were running out of excuses. Troy was his best friend. He didn't want him to face the inevitable discrimination should his secret get out. And, more importantly, Chad found it pretty sickening sometimes. Oh sure, he was okay with the fact that Ryan and Troy were gay. It's just… they were so… weird sometimes! He grew up knowing Troy as this macho basketball gay, and suddenly his making out with Drama boy in his new plaid slip-on shoes. It just seemed so wrong! But Chad wasn't going to hold anything against Troy or Ryan. He cared enough about them to accept them for who they were, and they obviously cared about him. They had really opened his eyes to a lot of things. Ryan was the one who showed him even dancing took some game. Troy helped him realized that maybe even Shaquille O'Neil may have auditioned for his school play. And now they were showing him that, even though they were gay, they were still the same people. There was nothing wrong with it… even if it looked disgusting when they kissed.
On the other hand, Gabriella was still sulking. If she could not win Troy back with a sob story, she would damn well find another way. She wasn't really sure if she even wanted him back, but she would not admit defeat to another man. Especially if that man was Ryan Evans. If it wasn't one spoiled rich brat after your boyfriend, it was the other!
And that's when Gabriella hatched a most daring plan. One that involved a certain rich brat…
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Ryan had taken Troy, Chad, and Taylor out for pizza that day after school. He would never be able to thank them enough for keeping their secret. He was so grateful to have such wonderful friends like Taylor and Chad. They sat around a table, drinking chocolate milkshakes and having a good time. It was just so nice to sit down with his friends and forget about everything else. As opening night drew nearer, rehearsals grew longer and more frequent. With the playoffs just around the corner, Troy was working overtime on the court. Final exams also loomed ominously close, which put stress on everyone. Something so simple as going out to dinner with friends was so liberating.
Troy looked to Ryan and placed his hand on his. He could see that light in Ryan's sky blue eyes. He was truly happy now, and nothing could bring Troy more joy than to see Ryan the way he was. He couldn't help it. Even if Chad was sitting right there, he just had to lean in and place a soft kiss on Ryan's cheek.
As Chad gagged on his pizza, Ryan turned to face Troy. "What was that for?"
"That was for being the most perfect person in the entire world." Troy said. Ryan smiled at him and returned the kiss.
"What was that for?" Troy asked.
"For dumping Gabriella for me." Ryan laughed. Troy joined him.
"Believe me, you don't have to thank me for that."
Taylor sighed as she watched the two. "Okay you lovebirds, break it up before Chad throws up." They both gave her a grin before separating.
Chad regained his composure and cleared his throat. "Speaking of Gabriella, I saw her walking with Sharpay after school today." The other three gave him a perplexed look.
"What?" Ryan asked disbelievingly. "Sharpay and Gabriella?"
"Dude, aren't hey like, arch-nemeses?" Troy asked.
Taylor shook her head. "That can't mean anything good. That's a volatile duo if I ever saw one."
"No kidding." Troy said. "I wonder what that bitch is scheming."
"With Sharpay on her side, you can bet it's something big." Ryan warned. The four pondered what gruesome ideas the two girls would be able to concoct together. No doubt Gabriella was hell bent on separating the two boys.
"Just be prepared you two." Taylor said. "As a combined force, they could take down the entire school."
"We'll watch your backs." Chad agreed.
"Thanks man." Troy said. He was grateful that his self-proclaimed most loyal best friend would still stick by him now. He gave Ryan an uneasy look. "You know what Sharpay is capable of. What can we expect?"
"Fireworks." Ryan replied. "And a whole lot more from Gabriella…"
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Sharpay was primping herself in her locker mirror as always. She couldn't be caught walking in public looking anything less than perfect. As she touched up her foundation, someone tapped her on the shoulder. She jumped when she saw Gabriella reflected in her mirror.
"What do you want?" Sharpay demanded loudly.
"Revenge." Gabriella said grimly.
What was once an angry glare was now a surprised yet satisfied look. "My specialty." Sharpay announced. "And the victim?"
"It's a surprise."
Sharpay gave Gabriella a sly grin and walked with her out of the school.
"Fabulous."
ooooh, here comes trouble!
i have to make this quick cuz i gotta run (more swimming, argh!) so, hope you liked that, reviews are always welcome, and thanks for reading!!!
ciao!