Author's Note: I've read some of the stories on here, so I think I can safely say that this idea is definately something a little different. But I don't know, maybe someone's written something like this. If so, I'm sorry for going with your style. People, just bear with me, please. I'm new at this and the only person helping me with this is currently on vacation.
Disclaimer: What's the point of these things? Of course I don't own High School Musical. I wish I were that brilliant. Seriously, do you know how much money this stupid movie made? LoLz.
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Voiceover(Zac Efron) - Bold
Actions/dialogue - Italic
Let's go!
It was one stupid misunderstanding.
"Troy, why do I keep hearing that you're cheating on me?" Gabriella asked.
Troy stared at her in disbelief. "Gabriella, I'm not."
One stupid misunderstanding that ruined my life.
"From now on, just stay the hell away from me!" Gabriella ran off, leaving Troy both upset and frustrated.
Why is she so Goddamn stubborn? he thought to himself.
It felt like it was the end of the world.
"I'm sorry guys," the police officer said. "We've looked everywhere. We found her clothes tattered and covered in blood. I'm afraid we have no choice but to close this case and report Gabriella Montez dead."
I never forgave myself.
"She's gone," Troy muttered, choking back a sob. "She's gone and it's all my fault."
The next year felt like hell without her.
"Troy," Chad said, "You have to stop blaming yourself. It wasn't your fault and I know for a fact that she wouldn't want you to just spend the rest of your life beating yourself up about it."
Then Junior year came around.
"I'm sorry I'm late." A petite brunette with a Latino accent walked into Ms. Darbus' classroom. She smiled confidently at everyone, her blue eyes sparkling. Her long, curly hair cascaded down her shoulders as she turned her attention to a very shocked Ms. Darbus.
"Um, I'm not completely sure what homeroom I'm in," she said. "I was wondering if you could help? My name is Marisela Morretti."
It was unbelievable.
"Dude," Chad said. "Am I going crazy like Troy, or did that new girl really look like Gabriella?"
"I resent that," Troy said, clearly offended by Chad's comment.
"But you're right," Taylor said. "That really does look like Gabriella. Except for the blue eyes."
"I think I'm gonna go talk to her," Sharpay said, running off to catch up with Marisela.
I just had to meet her.
"So," Troy said, trying to start a conversation, "your last name is Morretti? That's Italian, right? I thought you said you were Mexican."
"I am," Marisela said. "I'm Mexican, Italian, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, Costa Rican, Brazilian - "
"Whoa!" Troy laughed. "You lost me, there."
She was different.
"So, do you sing?" Sharpay asked.
"Oh yes!" Marisela smiled. "I love to preform. I've been dancing since I could walk and singing since I could talk."
"Are you really into school?" Chad asked. "Like, would you sign up for a Scholastic Decathlon?"
Marisela laughed. "Me? In a scholastic decathlon? God, I wish I were that brilliant."
Her life was so similar, yet so different to the one I was expecting.
"So you moved around a lot," Troy said. "You've never stayed in one place?"
"Nope," Marisela said. "But I think it's fun. I get to learn all these different languages and meet new people from all around the world. I love meeting new people. I couldn't stand being alone. Luckily, my sister keeps me company when I need it."
"You have a sister?" Troy asked.
Marisela nodded. "Her name is Ariana. Unlike me, she actually has been to the United States before. She went to New York once with my mother while I stayed in Columbia. It's always been just us. Me, my sister and my mom. I love it!"
I felt so comfortable with her. And it scared me.
"So you, the basketball captain," Marisela said in disbelief, "really signed up for a musical?"
Troy nodded. "Is there a problem with that?"
"No." Marisela smiled at Troy, making his heartbeat quicken.
I knew something was up with this girl.
"Marisela," Ariana said sternly, "do you have it, or not?"
"Yes," Marisela mumbled, "I have it."
Ariana sighed. "Mari, I know you feel guilty about this, but we're talking way bigger problems than having this little trinket missing if we don't take it back to Commander Johnson. You know what that bastard Commander Soric would do if he ever got his hands on this."
"I know, but - " Marisela was cut off.
"Would you rather have it stolen by the good guys who could spare your little boyfriend and his family's life, or have it stolen by the bad guys who have no problem with blowing them up as long as they get what they want?"
And I had to find out what.
"Chad, I know this girl's hiding something. And I think it might have something to do with Gabriella." Troy stared at his best friend, waiting for a response.
"Dude," Chad started, "I think you've watched Austin Powers too many times."
Starring Zac Efron
Shows Troy practicing his freethrows alone in the gym.
Vanessa Anne Hudgens
Shows Marisela dancing and singing confidently onstage.
Kristen Herrera
Shows Ariana smiling proudly at Marisela.
Ashley Tisdale
Shows Sharpay giggling with Marisela in homeroom.
and Ninel Conde
Shows Ms. Morretti hugging her daughters.
Amor Profundo Productions presents...
"Gabriella?" Troy stared in disbelief at an unconcious Marisela.
An Impossible Reunion
Coming soon...
Author's Note: Alright. This is my first story on this site, so I'm both nervous and excited about it. So please tell me what you think. I really hope you guys like it!
Maria♥Lena
