A/N: Hey... Thanks for the reviews!
I also wanted Taylor to say yes y'know... But, hey, i need a story somehow, right? And don't worry if you're missing Chaylor, they'll be together soon! xD
Disclaimer: Aww... My Boyfriend thinks this is pointless. Why would i, a 15 year old ENGLISH girl, own the phenomenal DC original movie? Jheeze..
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"Do they not look sweet?" Gabriella said, stopping the argument from escalating.
"What, Gabi?" Sharpay snapped irritably. Zeke had just refused to go as Prince Charming, for the mere fact Sharpay wanted to be a better Cinderella than Kayla.
"Over there, guys," Gabi said slowly, pointing at Chad and Taylor. Oblivious to others around them, Chad and Taylor were still snuggled up; Taylor's head resting neatly on Chad's shoulder. Their hands were clasped tightly together, and they fitted into one another perfectly. If a random person was to walk by, it would be easy to assume that Chad and Taylor were a young couple clearly in love, when reality was a twist of difference.
"Oh my god," Sharpay breathed quietly, as Gabi nodded, "They are like..." She trailed off, shock and excitement getting the better off her.
"Together," Kelsi finished, still staring at the two.
"No," Gabi shook her head, "Not together. Taylor doesn't work that quickly,"
"But they're on their way," Troy said, glancing back over at them.
"Exactly," Gabi smiled, leaning up on her tip-toes to kiss Troy softly on the lips.
"So, what do you suggest we do?" Jason said simply, cuddling Kelsi close to him.
"Get them together," Sharpay shrugged, sliding her arms around Zeke's waist.
"Operation Chaylor: in action," Ryan said goofily, causing the others to laugh.
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2 DAYS LATER:-
East High was buzzing on Monday, after everyone had heard about the dance. Every person passed were discussing their outfits or their partners. Girl's squeals were heard just about everywhere, and guys groaning about the choice of theme.
Taylor walked through the front doors of East High a little later than usual, as she'd had to drop off her baby brother Tahsin at kindergarten that morning, as her mum had a work conference. She was humming along to Rehab by Rihanna, and was unaware of the stares she was getting off boys. She was open to it though; by what she was wearing.
She had tucked a light green tank top with the words, "Boys lie, but girls do it better," emblazoned in hot pink across the chest into denim high-waisted shorts. White tennis shoes settled on her feet as she danced soundlessly down the hallway, before turning the corner that led to Troy's locker; where they all met in the mornings.
"Taylor!" Was the squeal of 3 girls, as they went up to hug their best friend. She laughed and reciprocated the huge hug, catching Chad out of the corner of her eye.
They hadn't spoken since Saturday at the mall, though flirtatious smiles had been passed in the hallways, and gentle hand grazing had brought electric shocks through Taylor during Chemistry.
It seemed to their friends that something was finally being settled between Chad and Taylor and their "relationship". Nothing had been discussed out loud, but it was clear what the others thought about the sudden closeness. Plus, everyone had seen what had happened on Saturday.
It wasn't just the gang that had noticed this. Kayla Symmons was becoming more and more pissed off that her plans were not working. Chad seemed to be more into Taylor, than leaving her. Maybe this dance would settle her and McKessie, once and for all.
"So we still on for tonight? Costume shopping?" Sharpay said excited.
"Mmmhmm..." Taylor replied, though, as usual, her attention was on Chad, who was talking to Zeke and Troy, occasionally glancing over at Taylor.
Gabriella rolled her eyes. "Stop staring, Taylor!" She hissed.
Taylor snapped her head around straight away. "What?"
"Don't play dumb Taylor. We all know you're staring at Danforth," Sharpay joked.
"Chad? Pfft, no. In disgust maybe," She replied, unconvincingly.
"Cut the crap, Tay! Now, homeroom!" Sharpay said shrilly, and lead the way, clip-clopping off in her high-heels, the girls following behind her.
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Later on that day, the girls had found their way back to the mall, and were currently in Adoobe's Costume hall (A/N: Made up, if you couldn't guess!) looking for the perfect costume. Sharpay and Kelsi had already found theirs; Sharpay wearing a long, blue glittered ball-gown, with puffed sleeves and silver high-heeled shoes, to portray Cinderella. Kelsi, on the other hand, had found a green mini-dress covered in sparkles, and green ankle boots, as well as buying some light blue fairy wings to complete her Tinkerbell look. Taylor and Gabi, however, had yet to find something that caught their eyes.
Just as Taylor was looking through the multi-coloured rails, her phone vibrated in her pocket. She took it out, and a huge smile spread across her face as she read it.
Hey Tay, You looked good today ;) Still promised for that dance, yea? - C x
Taylor hit the "reply" button and typed quickly:
I don't know Mr Danforth, I'll have to see how i feel on Friday :) And you didn't look too bad yourself today... Now, if you don't mind, I'm busy!! - TayTay x
"Who you texting?"
Taylor quickly snapped shut her cell phone. "Oh, just Aleesha. She's...gonna be late today, got a job interview," She lied, easily.
Sharpay nodded, seemingly convinced, and Taylor breathed a silent sigh of relief.
Her cell went again.
Okay, I'm sorry for intruding your time SHOPPING... Have fun, Tay, and I'll see you tomorrow, bright and early (: - C x
This time she didn't reply, just slid the phone back into her shorts pocket and continued looking at the rails.
She had no idea what she was going to wear. Growing up, her favourite Disney character was Simba from the lion King, but theoretically, dressing up as a male line really wouldn't go down so well. In her head, she pictured herself wearing something beautiful, elegant and made everyone go 'wow'.
Especially Chad.
Who else could she go as?
You had Mulan, Jasmine, Esmeralda, Pocohontas...
And that's when Taylor had her idea.
Growing up, her and Aleesha used to watch Beauty and the Beast and awe over the singing cups and candle-sticks, and the dance at the end, when the Beast became relatively human.
Most of all, they awed over Belle's beauty and her beautiful dresses.
That was her Disney character.
All she needed now was the perfect dress.
Tracing her hand through the clothes, nothing really caught her eye. Suddenly, she caught her footing on a cloth on the floor. Gold cloth.
Picking it up, she realised it was a breath-takingly beautiful dress. Gold all over, with a gold gilted corset fitted around the middle. Layers of white lace hung as the under-coat, and the sleeves were puffed, just liked Sharpay's dress. It was identical to Belle's dress.
It was Taylor's dress.
All she needed now was gloves, gold heels, a tiara and her beast.
But hey, that was what Chad was there for, right?
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A/N: Very Short, Very Rushed.
I'm Sorry! Just Homework is piling up :(
Review if You Can!!
-EmilyGrace x3
