AN: I don't know how this chapter will turn out, so bear with me.

Disclaimer: I don't own HSM or the characters


Chapter 12-When you believe

Lunch at the Bolton's was going great. It was like they were one big family. There was laughter and pleasant conversation for the whole afternoon. Troy and Gabriella sat next to each other holding each others hands under the table. This didn't go unnoticed by Marie. She made eye contact with her daughter and smiled at her knowingly, which made Gabi squirm with embarrassment.

After lunch the adults went to the living room to chat together and Troy and Gabi escaped upstairs into his bedroom. Troy closed the door and walked over to Gabriella who was sat on his bed fiddling with his foam basketball. He took it away from her and tossed it over his shoulder. She laughed and reached up to kiss him. He put his arms around her waist and kissed back slowly pushing her back onto the bed. He laid on top of her, careful not to crush her. 'Te quiero,' he whispered into her ear then started to kiss her neck.

Gabi pulled back. 'Since when do you speak Spanish?' She asked and Troy laughed.

'It's called buying a simple phrase book.'

'Ah. Well, impress me with your new found talent of yours,' Gabi said seductively.

'Nah. That's the only phrase I know!' Gabi laughed and was cut off by Troy's lips landing on hers again.

'I…love…you.' Gabi said between kisses. They carried on kissing for around fifteen minutes before they decided they should go back downstairs before their parents got suspicious.

'So how is your performance for Prom coming on?' Troy asked while they were walking downstairs.

'Great. I have a rehearsal at school on Wednesday before the Prom on Friday.' Gabi said confidently.

'Nervous?' Troy smiled.

'Of course, but I want to do it.'

'I can't wait to see you perform,' Troy said as they walked into the living room. They sat down and made conversation with the parents but they were only interested in each other.


'Come on Troy. We will be late otherwise.' Lucille called. Jack and Lucille were going to give Troy a lift in their Mercedes to Gabriella's house then Troy was going to borrow the car to take Gabi to Prom in better style than a truck.

Troy came downstairs in his tux and a red tie. His mom looked admiringly at him while Jack stood proud. 'You look great, son,' Jack said and patted his son on the back. 'Now let's go.'


The Bolton's arrived at the Montez's house and waited until Gabi called them from upstairs when she was ready. She called them and Troy waited nervously next to the stairs while Marie was at the door with her camera ready. Gabi made her entrance with her dress on and everyone's mouths dropped. Her hair was tied into a look bun at the back with loose bits of hair framing her face. Her make up was subtle but her eye make up was dark and brought out her eyes brilliantly. She had Troy's necklace on and she finished the look off with a wide gold bangle and black heels. Marie clicked the camera as Gabriella walked down the stairs to be met by a speechless Troy who smiled and kissed her cheek. He brought out a corsage with beautiful white flowers and slid it on her wrist. 'You look gorgeous' he said as his mom engulfed his girlfriend into a massive hug. After a lot of photo taking and teary moments from the mothers, the couple left, arm in arm, and got into the car and made their way to the hotel were Prom was taking place.


'Shar, Ry, that was amazing!' the gang gushed when they returned from their performance. It was a fast number which got the whole audience dancing a cheering. Zeke wrapped his arms round Sharpay and kissed the top of her head lovingly.

'Where's Brie?' Troy suddenly asked and Sharpay and Ryan exchanged a knowing look while everyone looked around the hall to try and spot her.

The hall was suddenly met by Kelsi playing the piano on stage however there was no singer with her. Everyone looked at one another confused when suddenly they heard a voice.

Many nights we've prayed
With no proof anyone could hear

'Gabi,' Troy whispered when he recognized the voice. But she was no where in the hall.

In our hearts a hopeful song
We barely understood
Now we are not afraid
Although we know there's much to fear
We were moving mountains
Long before we knew we could

Gabi walked into the hall as the chorus started to play

There can be miracles
When you believe

She was walking towards the stage looking forward and grasping the necklace around her neck. Troy could see the tears in her eyes and he instantly knew who she was dedicating the song to.

Though hope is frail
It's hard to kill
Who knows what miracles
You can achieve
When you believe
Somehow you will
You will when you believe

In this time of fear
When prayer so often proves in vain
Hope seemed like the summer birds
Too swiftly flown away
Yet now I'm standing here
My heart's so full, I can't explain
Seeking faith and speaking words
I never thought I'd say

Gabi looked up while she continued to sing. This is for you, Daddy she thought as she launched into the chorus again.

There can be miracles

When you believe

Though hope is frail
It's hard to kill
Who knows what miracles
You can achieve
When you believe
Somehow you will
You will when you believe

There can be miracles
When you believe


They don't always happen when you ask
And it's easy to give in to your fears
But when you're blinded by your pain
Can't see your way clear through the rain
A small, but still, resilient voice
Says help is very near

A group of students came onstage and started singing the chorus while Gabi sang over the top, allowing tears to stream down her eyes.

There can be miracles

When you believe

Though hope is frail
It's hard to kill
Who knows what miracles
You can achieve
When you believe
Somehow you will
You will when you believe

There can be miracles
When you believe

The music stopped and the whole crowd erupted in cheer and Gabi smiled and walked off stage and silently left the hall. Troy followed and caught up with her and wrapped his arms round her tightly. 'I'm so proud of you,' he said.

'That means he must be as well,' Gabi whispered.

'Your father was, is, and always will be proud of you, Gabriella.' Troy said, wiping away her tears and looking deep into her eyes. Whenever Troy used her full name, she knew he was completely serious.

Gabi smiled widely at him and kissed him passionately. 'Troy, when you take me home tonight, I don't want you to leave,' she stated.

Troy's eyes widened when he realized what this meant. 'Brie, are-are you sure?'

'Completely. I love you.'

Troy kissed her and said, 'I love you too.' They made their way back inside, knowing that the night will be a night they will never forget.


AN: I hated that last sentence but I didn't know how else to finish it. Oh well, I am happy with the rest :-)