I'll Come to You For Comfort

"Sharpay." Troy shook his head repulsively. "I can't forgive you for what you have done to Gabriella. That was a pretty sickening move. I don't like that."

"You again, and your innocent behaviors. Fine, fine! I see how it is. Leave me for all I care," Sharpay exclaimed. "I don't get why people don't like me. Just if they could see the other side of me."

"I'm not a mean person, but I have to prioritize. I won't reconsider until you apologize to my friends. Then I'll probably perform with you once that happens." Troy was a man all about forgiving, forgetting, and giving second chances.

"Well, you're the one that needs to apologize to them, not me. I didn't do anything to them. YOU did."

Troy knew what she meant. It was true. If he hadn't been sucked into Sharpay's world, everything would've been fine. She didn't affect anyone but him, his poor soul.

"Fine, I'm going to call Chad, and tell him that I'm sorry for everything I've done. Wait a bit," Troy said while grabbing his phone out of his pocket. Sharpay nodded in approval.

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"Ugh, damn it, Chad, your phone," Taylor called out. "Ooohhh, don't pick it up, this feels too good to let go of."

"I never planned on it. I rather pleasure you then talk to whomever," Chad replied.

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"Hello. This is the C-man at your service. I'm kinda busy right now. Leave a message, and don't forget to holler at me later. Peace, yo," Chad's voicemail said.

"Hey Chad, this is Troy. I just want to ask for forgiveness because of what I did. We're brothers, man. I never meant to hurt you. Call me back later, yo," Troy whispered into the phone.

"Okay, I'm back. Sharpay, I've decided that I won't sing with you in the talent show," Troy announced.

"But you promised." Sharpay batted her lashes innocently.

"That promise, just un-promised itself. After all you did to me, I'm out. Bye."

"Whatever, boy," Sharpay yelled as he walked away. "Your university scholarship ended before it started!"

"Troy!" Kelsi exclaimed. "I was planning your's and Gabriella's stage entrance during the talent show!"

"That's not going to happen," Troy answered.

"What do you mean it's not going to happen? I have it all right here!" Suddenly Kelsi caught Troy's drift. His face was fluttered with discontent, signaling to her that it's over.

"I'm sorry if anything happened between you and Gabriella. I'm here to help if you need anything." Kelsi smiled in sympathy.

"Yeah, thanks. Can you drown the Ice Queen, please?" Troy laughed. He felt relieved now.

"Oh yeah, the pool is over there. I'll be delighted to!" Kelsi reacted. "You're pretty funny, Troy. Gabriella is missing out. I wish I could get her back to you."

"Aw, but no, that won't happen." Troy bent his head down. "She doesn't want make contact with me anymore. I guess I get lured into peer pressure easily, so she's really angry at me because I was with Sharpay too much."

"It's probably just a phase, Troy," Kelsi explained. "What girl won't want you back?"

"Easy; Gabriella...," Troy replied.

"She will take you back," Kelsi assured. "I promise you."

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"Wow, Briella," Ryan said surprised. "TWO alcoholic drinks? I thought you didn't drink."

"I'm always open to trying new things, Ry ry." Gabriella smiled seductively. "Come closer, I want to give you a massage as a gift."

Ryan leaned in front of the brunette, as he settled himself comfortably between her legs. Tension was building up for the two, but both were too oblivious to notice it. Gabriella slowly worked her hand on Ryan's shoulders, rubbing with ease. "Ahh! Are you a part-time mousier, mes amies?"

"I'll take that as a compliment. My mom taught me."

"You learned well."

"I sure did!" Gabriella giggled politely.

I skipped around a lot between characters in this chapter. Now you can see that --- is used a lot. Get used to it.

I've got to say though, the dashes (---) usually skip between longer happenings,

unlike this chapter, where every section was pretty darn tern.