AN: Hey!! So sorry for not updating earlier! But I didnt know how to write the ending (is this what you call writer's block? lol) Plus I have been caught up in my new story East High Strikes Again..so plz check it out as well :)

Declaimer: I own nothing at all...

Friday night,

(( No One P.O.V))

It was Friday night, the dance night. Gabriella stood infront of her mirror in her room wearing her dress. It was a simple, yet beautiful knee-lengthed, strapless red dress with a black bow tied at her waist and cute red heels. Her hair was tied up with loose curls falling over the side of her face. Gabriella had light make-up on and wore the diamond necklace with matching earings that Troy got her on her birthday. She heard the doorbell ring downstairs and her mother calling her. She quickly double-checked herself and picked up her purse before heading downstairs. Gabriella felt her heart speed up when she saw him looking more handsome than ever in his black suit and red tie. He had a small box in his hand. Gabriella giggled quietly when she saw his eyes wide open and his mouth a gap open.

"Wow" breathed Troy. "You..you look..beautiful" Gabriella blushed and smiled shyly.

"Thanks. You look handsome as well" Troy grinned at her. Gabriella's mother slipped quietly into the kitchen to let them have more privacy.

"Oh. Um..this is for you" said Troy handing Gabriella the small box. Gabriella lifted the cover and a wide grin spread on her face. It was a beautiful red corsage that matched perfectly with her dress. Troy slipped it into her wrist.

"Oh Troy thank you. It's beautiful. You didnt have to" Troy shrugged his shoulders and smiled.

"I know. But I wanted to. So, shall we go?" he extemded his arm and Gabriella giggled before linking her arm with his.

"We shall" Just as they were about to head out, Gabriella's mother poked her head out from the kitchen.

"Have fun you two. And Gabi, no later than midnight" Gabriella rolled her eyes playfully.

"Yes Mami."

"Dont worry Ms. Montez. I'll make sure she's back on time" said Troy.

"Thank you Troy. And please, I told you call me Maria. Now have fun you guys" she smiled at them and watched the young soon-to-be couple head out.

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When Troy and Gabriella walked into the beautifully decorated gym, the dance was already on full swing. Teachers stood back supervising. Students were either at the food tables chatting, drinking and eating or dancing on the dance floor. The loud music made it hard for people to speak.

"Do you see anyone from the gang?" yelled Troy.

"Yea, isnt that Zeke and Sharpay?" Gabriella yelled back pointing to where a familiar couple stood near the drinks. Troy grabbed Gabriella's hand and they both made their way to them. Gabriella looked down at their joined hands and blushed slightly, loving the warmth and softness of his hand on hers.

"Hey guys! Great party huh?" yelled Troy over the music. Zeke and Sharpay turned around and smiled at their friends.

"Yea! Where were you guys anyway?! Your late!" shouted Sharpay, eyeing their hands that were still joined.

"Traffic" replied Troy. Sharpay nodded and offered them drinks which they happily accepted knowing that none of the drinks here are spiked..school's policy.

"By the way, where are the others?" asked Gabriella. Zeke pointed to the other side of the gym where the gang stood. Kelsi and Jason were talking while Ryan and his date, Dawn, were dancing energetically. Chad was stuffing his mouth at the food table and Taylor next to him shouting aparently annoyed that he was paying more attention to the food than her. Gabriella laughed at the odd couple.

"Whats so funny?" asked Troy. Gabriella pointed to Chad and Taylor and he chuckled.

"Yea. Typical Chad" said Troy shaking his head.

"Hey guys, Zeke and I are going to dance. Come on Zeke" said Sharpay dragging a confused Zeke to the dance floor. Troy and Gabriella stood there making small talk enjoying themselves. After a while, a slow song came up. Troy placed his cup down and extended his hand.

"Would you like to dance?" he asked shyly. Gabriella smiled and placed her drink on the table as well.

"Sure" She placed her hand on his hand and walked to the dance floor where couples were flowing slowly to the music. Troy gently placed his hands on her hip as Gabriella wrapped hers around his neck. They gazed into each other's eyes oblivious to the people around them.

"Thank you for comming with me tonight" Troy smiled down at her.

"It's my pleasure. Besides, there isnt any other guy that I would rather be with other than you" Gabriella blushed and looked away, breaking the intense eye contact. She didnt mean to tell so much but once she stared into those gorgeous blue eyes, she couldnt stop herself. Troy grinned and removed one of his hands from her hip and gently cupped her chin, turning her face towards him.

"Well, I'm glad because your the only girl I'd rather be with. Besides this means I could finally do this" Troy leaned down and gently pressed his lips on hers. Gabriella was shocked and stood frozen for a second before melting in his arms and kissing back. She tightened her grip on his neck and pulled his head closer as Troy wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her closer to him to deepen the kiss. It was so passionate and full of love they both enjoyed every second of it. They pulled back after lack of oxygen and Troy rested his forehead on hers, still swaying to the music. Gabriella blushed but grinned widely at him, her eyes twinkling with happiness.

"Gabriella Montez, will you do me the honor and be my girlfriend?" asked Troy hopefully. Gabriella beamed from the inside but decided to tease him first.

"Hmm..I dont know. I'll have to think about it" she teased. Troy chuckled and leaned down again to peck her lips. He pulled away and saw Gabriella beaming up to him, her face shining with happiness.

"Yes, Troy Bolton. I'd love to be your girlfriend!" Gabriella exclaimed before leaning up to kiss him softly on the lips. The continued the dance in silence, both overjoyed with the thought of finally being with their soulmate and lover. After the dance ended, the new couple seperated and walked over to where the gang sat nearby. The girls instantly pulled Gabriella to the side, all four girls, including Dawn, squealed with joy after witnessing what have just occured between them.

"Oh my god Gabi!! That was so adorably cute!" squealed Sharpay clapping her manicured hands.

"What happened over there?! You two seemes so oblivious to everything!" said Taylor grinning. Gabriella stared at them with a dreamy look on her face.

"He asked me to be his girlfriend!" The five girls squealed jumping up and down slightly excited that after a year-and-half of nonstop flirting, they had officially became a couple. The guys looked at them wierdly, embarrased by their girlfriends' actions. Gabriella looked over at Troy and he winked at her. She grinned at him and winked back. They both know that their life has officially became complete and excited to start their beautiful relationship, ready for what life has in store for them and that as long as they had each other, their family and friends, they can get through everything.

AN: Awwwww!!! That was cute but I gotta admit that this chapter was so cheesy! lol. But still cute! Well, guys this is the end of Misunderstood Love. Thank you for everyone who reviewed and I hope you like this chapter and have enjoyed the whole story as well. I dont know if i'd be doing a sequel cuz I dnt have any ideas. If you guys do, feel free to tell me. Also, so so sorry for the long wait but like i said, i didnt know how to end it. Im still working on my new story East High Strikes Again so plzzz check it out and leave some reviews! Dont forget to review this one as well :D

Love,

Zanessahugefan xx