A/N: OMG! You guys DON'T know how sorry I am for not updating in such a LONG TIME. I am REALLY sorry!

Chapter 3 "New developed feelings?"

Troy laid on his bed that night with only one thing, better yet one certain individual on his mind. He met this girl three days ago and on every one of those days, he couldn't stop thinking about Gabriella. He didn't exactly know why, but something about her made him want to know her more. Troy couldn't help to think that maybe he has feelings for her?

Wait… of course I can't have feelings for her. I mean wake up Troy, she's your best friend's girlfriend. I can't possible like someone my best friend likes. She's my best friend's girlfriend… best friend's girlfriend. Troy kept on repeating to himself… thinking that it might help get Gabriella out of his mind.

"Troy!" A voice shouted.

"In here Chad." Troy shouted throughout his bedroom door.

"Hey Troy!" said a blissful Chad, once he opened the bedroom door.

"Chad… do you not see me sleeping?" Troy tranquilly said, while closing his eyes.

"Hmmm… you look pretty much awake to me." Chad said laughing. "Anyhow… I just got back from my date with Gabriella-"

Troy's eyes opened at the sound of her name.

"And since I barely saw you today… I thought I'd say hello?"

"Oh that's very nice of you Chad, really, but I think I want to get some sleep; since tomorrow we're set to play basketball with the boy's right? I mean tomorrow is Friday and you know Friday is always our boys against boys game." Troy said eyeing his friend.

"Of course Troy… ready to lose tomorrow?" Chad challenged. For about a year every Friday, Troy and Chad would always have this sort-of basketball game with their other friends. It was kind of a traditional- friend bonding time. Troy and Chad would be opposite teams of course.

"Sure Chad… you know I ALWAYS win." Troy said laughing; Chad joined him not long before.

"Oh before I go to sleep I was meaning to ask you, but I haven't had a chance to ask you", Chad paused before continuing. "How was hanging out with Gabriella a couple nights ago?" Troy froze the moment Chad asked him. What was he supposed to tell him? That he might have a crush on her? Troy hesitated, before coming up with a good answer.

"Oh… about that… um… she was great. Yeah… great, we had an incredible time and I seem to have lots in common with her." Troy said; hoping he didn't say too much.

"Really? Chad asked with wide eyes. "I never thought this day would come. Troy Bolton 'the Chad's girlfriend hater' actually had a good time with my girlfriend? Wow… don't see that to often." Troy gave out a slight chuckle.

"Yes Chad… I like her okay? She seems like a great friend. Plus, who wouldn't like her, she's beautiful and really fun to be with and-

"Troy I get it, you like her. Maybe I'm thinking you might like her too much?" Chad questioned? Troy shot out of his bed, alarmed.

"WHAT? No Chad… really I wouldn't like any of your girlfriends. She's all yours man." Troy said quickly.

"Troy chill… I was just kidding. Okay I'm getting tired, good night." Chad let out a yawn, while getting off of Troy's bed. '

"Wait!" Troy screamed. Chad turned around.

"I wanted to ask you. Where did you have to go the day you left Gabriella and me alone?"

"Oh, Taylor called. She needed me to help her with a few things", Chad said shrugging.

"You mean to tell me that you left because Taylor needed help? Oh God Chad do you still like Taylor?" Troy asked.

"WHAT! No Troy. It's just we're both friends, and when a friend needs help… I help them. SO GOOD NIGHT!"

"Ah… ok good night." Troy shouted, not convinced. Chad went to his own bedroom; leaving Troy to think deeply.

I don't like Gabriella right? I mean she's just a friend. Nah… I don't like her… I think.

Troy fell back on his bed; closed his eyes and let his thoughts overflow by one person,

Gabriella Montez…

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Gabriella wasn't having any luck either. Her thoughts were attached to Troy. He wasn't anything she'd presume. She'd contemplate he would be another 'Chad', but Troy proved her wrong. Troy was sweet (not that Chad wasn't), he was a great person to talk to. Even though she'd only known him for a couple hours, she felt a strong connection between them. Maybe it was a strong friendship or maybe it was something more? But she couldn't possible like after meeting him for a few days. Sure, Troy was a wonderful guy to talk to, he was sweet and not to forgot very hot, but she didn't know anything about him. She couldn't have any feelings towards anyone, if she didn't know them, but why couldn't she stop thinking about Troy? It was that question that was placed on her mind.

Troy Bolton why can't I get you out of my mind?

Suddenly there was a knock on the door that caused Gabriella to depart from her thoughts.

"Hey Gabriella!" A perky Taylor said while Gabriella opened the door to her apartment.

"Hey Tay. What do I owe this special surprise?" Gabriella raised her eyebrow.

"Can't a person visit her friend?" Taylor said innocently.

"Yes, but you always call before you come over." Gabriella and Taylor had become friends during the summer. Gabriella asked Taylor if she had any problems with her going out with her ex-boyfriend, but Taylor claimed that she was okay with it. "Ok…

"So what's up?"

"Nothing really", Gabriella shrugged.

"Ok, anyways I came here to tell you that I'm really sorry I called Chad on your date last time. I really needed my computer fixed. You're not mad right?" Taylor asked with hope.

"Ah… no I'm not mad", Gabriella looked at her confused. Why did she have to call Chad when she was on a date with him? Couldn't the computer problem wait, couldn't she wait? Nevertheless, a better query plastered on her mind. Why did Chad leave the minute Taylor called? Couldn't he have told Taylor that he was on a date, and he'd fix her computer later?

"Gabriella are you alright?" Taylor asked concerned, after seeing the puzzled look on her face.

"Huh? Oh yeah I'm okay. I was just thinking that's all."

"Are you sure you're not mad? I know that Chad hasn't really been hanging out with you because basketball is his life and I completely ruined your only time together.

"No I'm not mad. I did get to spend time with his best friend though." Gabriella let out a smile just thinking about Troy. Wait… what does that mean?

"Ah…Troy Bolton eh? What do you think of Mr. Hottie?" Gabriella gave out a giggle.

"Troy is a really great guy. I like him." Gabriella simply said.

"Like him? As in-"

"NO! Taylor not like that, as in a friendship-type of like." I think

"Okay just making sure." Silent filled the room for a few minutes.

"Taylor, do you believe in love at first site?" Gabriella asked softly. Taylor shot her head up and stared at Gabriella questionably.

"Ah… maybe? I mean if you look at a person for the first time, how would you know if you love them or not? What if you fell in love with how they look? It's obvious you won't know their personality. I think it takes time to fall in love with someone. Why do you ask Gabriella?"

"No reason, I just wanted to know if you believe in love at first site." Gabriella said nervously.

"Gabriella you're not in love? Are you?" Taylor raised an eyebrow.

"NO! I'm not in love with Chad… yet." Gabriella exclaimed.

"I wasn't talking about Chad…"

"W-What d-do you mean you're not talking about Chad? Who else is there?" Gabriella asked even though she already knew the answer. Taylor stared at her for a moment before answering.

Never mind, it's nothing important. Anyways…I got to go home. I'll call you tomorrow ok?" Taylor said, while getting up.

"Okay, bye." Gabriella said.

What the hell did Taylor mean by 'I wasn't talk about Chad?' Man that girl has real issues. She doesn't think I love Troy. Does she? How could I love him if I don't even know anything about his life? Troy get out of my mind. I can't think about you. Ok, Gabriella think about Chad. Think about Chad... Chad… Chad… and ONLY Chad.

Gabriella abruptly felt tired and closed her eyes, sleeping on the couch, dreaming about one person,

Troy Bolton…

A/n: I know this chapter was really boring. Hell, it was really boring for me too, but I wanted to have you see how Gabriella and Troy are feeling towards each other right now. Next chapter LOTS of drama. Stay tuned! Thanks for the wonderful reviews. Please R&R! Next chapter up really soon! Here's a preview.

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The rain was pouring deeply, but neither of them had noticed. If they had noticed, both of them certainly didn't care. All that ran through both of their minds was how close they were. Gabriella looked at Troy's light blue eyes; while every inch of her body melting. The butterflies started forming into her body, wanting to be closer to him.

"You're beautiful." Troy whispered, his hand feeling her cheek. They both started leaning in, their lips not even an inch apart.

Hehe I'm evil!!!