Meant To Last

An- Whoo! I love those reviews! They're awesome. I'm having a bit of writer's block on 'Message Sent'. Feel free to send me any ideas for the next chapter. The trivia, it made me laugh. Most of you got the answer right. It was Chad. A lot of people answered buzz lightyear. That's actually true, but all of the lines are from the movie. I'm dedicating this chapter to everyone that reviewed, regardless of whether or not you got it right. I'm almost at 200 reviews, and the story is nowhere near over. I've got some stuff planned. Also, no matter what happens, this story will be a Troyella. Incase anyone forgot, Melissa looks like Sophia Bush. She played in 'John Tucker Must Die'. She was the brunette. I think that was her. Also, I'm not done with Jason just yet...

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Chapter 8

"Melissa, you're here...so soon?" I asked, completely perplexed.

"Yeah, I'm in town for a wedding. It's being held at my parent's house. There's no more room there, so they asked me to stay at a friends." She stated calmly before running up to hug me. She unintentionaly pushed Gabriella out of the way...at least I think it was. "Gosh, it's been forever!" She smiles brightly at me. I gave a dry laugh and gently push her away after a few minutes have passed.

"Mel, you remember Gabriella." I intend on making sure Gabi's pressence is known. Melissa looks at Gabi. She seems, oh I don't know, shocked at her appereance.

"Gabriella! It's been forever." She pulls her into a hug. Gabi made a face whil Mel had her back turned. I stifiled a laugh. "I-isn't that Troy's shirt?" She quieried, taking note of Gabi's appearance.

"Yeah, we were kinda in the middle of something..." I knew exactly what she was trying to do. She was making sure that Melissa knew we were dating. I don't mind at all.

"Yeah, I can see that...if this is a bad time, I could leave-"

"Great! Come back in about 3 hours." Gabriella ushered Mel to the door. Why was she being so rude?

"No, we're actually just getting up. You can come put your things in the guest room." Gabi shot me a glare. I know she doesn't like Mel, but she doesn't have to be so horrible to her. I took the bags Melissa was holding. "Follow me."

"Yeah, while you two are doing that, I'll be going home." I groaned a little. Gabriella was angry. I watched as she pushed past us and slammed the door to my room.

"Is this a bad time?"

"It's just a little early. She's um, not a morning person." It was the best excuse to explain her behavior. Mel just nodded and we continued on to her room. "How long are you gonna be staying here?"

"Just three days. I'll be gone on Sunday." So soon? YES! Gabs will be soo happy!

"Well, that'll give us enough time to catch up." I flashed her a smile and she looked down. Was she hiding something? I shrug it off as I see Gabriella leaving. "Gabi! wait!" She stops and stares.

"Yes?" Yep, she's mad...

"Call me later. Lunch would be good. We could talk about everything."

"Of course, my dear!" She pinches my cheeks and leaves. I wonder if she knew she was still wearing my shirt."

"Can't wait 'til lunch..." I muttered. It was sure to be an interesting conversation...

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"You just let her push me! How can yu expect for me to be okay with that?!" Gabriella's voice boomed. Lucky for me, I was the only one in my office.

"I made sure that she knew you were there. How was I supposed to know she was gonna push you?"

"Maybe the way she came rushing up to you?"

"Gabi, you're overreacting. I'm sure it was only an accident."

"Oh sure, protect your beloved Mel." Here we go.

"Gabi, I pushed her away. She's just a friend. Besides, she's only staying for three days. Then it'll be you and me." She smiling on the other end of the phone. I know it. "You're smiling aren't you?" I heard a small gasp.

"How did you know?" Her voice was much softer.

"I know you too well." She giggled.

"Well, I've gotta ge back to this mustard ad. I'll talk to you later."

"Okay. I love you." There was a small pause.

"Back at ya." The line went dead. 'Back at ya'? Not what I was expecting. Nowhere near what I was expecting. I sighed and placed my phone on the reciever. Great. Now, she won't even say she loves me.

"Hey," I turned my swivel chair to the door. "Wanna go out for lunch? My treat." Mel offered. I nodded. I've got nothing better to do. Grabbing my jacket, we exit the building. We walked down to the cafe around the corner. The minute we enter, we're seated. "So, you and Gabriella still going strong huh?" I grin at the mention of her name.

"Well, it's been a little rocky, but yeah." Mel understands.

"Are you living with her?"

"Nope, she doesn't live to far. We just um, spent the night together." I'm not sure why, but I was nervous telling her that.

"I get it." She laughs,"I's good to know that my mistake hasn't messed you up. troy, I really wanna apologize for that." Mel placed her hand on top mine. I glanced down, hoping she'd remove it, but no luck. "I just fell for the wrong guy."

"Please tell me this is not what I think it is." We both turn and see Johnny and Leslie there. "Are you cheating on my sister?" Anger filled his eyes.

"This isn't what it looks like." I say without thinking. I regretted it soon after. Those words only bring trouble...and a smart remark.

"Really, because it looks like you two are staring into each other's eyes. Speaking soft words of love to each other. She seems to be letting the feeling of your tough linger on her hands." Wow. Don't let Johnny fool you. He can be a real romantic if he wanted to.

"Johnny...right? I'm Melissa. Troy and I are not dating. He's just letting me stay with him until Sunday." Thank-you Mel!

"Oh, well...can you not touch him. Sharpay could walk in here and get the wrong idea." He was right. Shar wouldn't confront us like he did. She'd go straight to Gabi...which is why what I saw next frightened me. Sharpay was staring wide-eyed at our table. She kept her head low, but he mouth was almost touching the table. She darted out the door when I caught her gaze. i took that as my cue to dart too.

"Sorry Mel, but I've gotta bolt(Bolton-bolt...lol ok sorry, just a mary moment)." I yell going out the door. Why can't I remember Gabi's adress? 107...127...117! That's it! 117 Rosewood Dr.(made up). I don't have time to get my car..I wave my hand for a cab and I'm off.

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"Gabi! Are you here?" I used my spare key to get into the house. Shar's car wasn't anywhere in sight. She hadn't been here.

"Troy?" Gabs come out from her kitchen. "What are you doing here?"

"Well, I'm here to inform you that you might recieve some false information from Sharpay." I kiss her gently on the cheek and sit at the counter.

"What kinda information?" She follows and stands in between my legs.

"Well, she might say something like...Troy's dating Mel." Prepare for the screech.

"WHAT?!" There it is. "Why would she say something like that?!" Her cute little face was turining red.

"Because she was in the same cafe as Mel and me. Mel was apologizing, and she might've got the wrong idea. It's not true. You can ask Johnny and Les." She is more calm after I added in the last part. She stares a second, before pecking me on the lips.

"I trust you." She pecks me again. She's such a tease. I pull her closer to me as she giggles. She opens her mouth a litlle, but I'm not using any tounge. Ha ha. She pulls away smiling, but then has a sickened look on her face. In a flash, she off to the bathroom. Eww. Let's just say, I'm holding her hair and she's over the toilet. I grab her a towel, so she can wipe her mouth. After brushing her teeth, she assures me that she's okay. i nod.

"Well, I should be getting back to work. Lunch is almost over."

"Okay, see you later." I look her directly in her enchanting brown eyes before saying,

"I love you Gabi." She looks at me for a moment.

"I-I love you too."

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