I walked through the halls trying to avoid that one person I really didn't wanna talk to at the moment, when I bumped into my brother Luke and dropped my books everywhere.
"Geez Emma couldn't you be any less clumsy". Luke yelled.
As I was still mad at him from the Slushee incident I just glared at him and said,
"Luke I'm really not in the mood for 2 reasons, one because you Slusheed me and two I'm really trying to avoid someone at the moment." I said bluntly.
"Really! You're still mad at that?, that was 2 weeks ago." Luke yelled.
"Whatever, just leave me alone, I gotta get to History Class" I mumbled.
I went to History Class where Ryder was already seated in his regular spot. So I sat way up the back. I didn't really pay much attention in class until Mr Schue asked me a question.
"Emma...Who wrote the Declaration of Independence; became the 3rd President of the United States and purchased the Louisiana territory, doubling the size of the United States?" Asked Mr Schue.
"Oh.. Umm.. That would be umm.. Thomas Jefferson" I replied.
"That is correct" replied Mr Schue.
I remained quiet for the rest of class, then the bell rang for next period.
"Ok thanks guys see you next time, oh and Emma hang back a sec I need to speak to you" announced Mr Schue.
I nodded in reply.
"Hey Emma everything ok? You don't seem like yourself today". said a very concerned Mr Schue.
"Yeah everything's fine I'm just a little tired" I lied.
"Ok well if you need anything at all, you know where to find me" Mr Schue said kindly.
"Thanks Mr Schue I will see you in Glee Club" I replied.
I headed my way into Glee Club where everyone was laughing and chatting amongst themselves. I just walked through quietly and whenever someone said hi to me I just gave them a small smile. No one seemed to notice except Ryder. Mr Schue walked in with one of the remaining Alumni.. Finn.
"Ok guys listen up, as you can see I've got Finn with me today" announced Mr Schue.
Everyone clapped and cheered loudly.
"Ok ok settle down, now the school musical is coming up and Finn has offered to be the co-director along with Artie, but we need your help. Anyone have any ideas?" Mr Schue asked.
"We could do Cats and I can get Lord Tubbington to play the main character, but he might be busy as he hosts a talk show called 'Feline Talk' with Grumpy Cat" announced Brittany.
"Ok thank you.. Britt, anyone else?" Asked Mr Schue.
"What about Legally Blonde?" Asked Kitty
"Good idea Kitty, anyone else?" asked Mr Schue
"What about High School Musical?" I mumbled.
"I'm sorry what was that Emma? Speak up" asked Finn.
"I said, what about High School Musical" I grumbled.
"That's a really good idea, High School Musical it is, open auditions will be starting tomorrow, see you guys then" Mr Schue announced.
I was walking to Volleyball practise when Ryder approached me.
"Hey Emma wait up I need to speak to you" Ryder said politely
I turned around to face him and said "I really need to get to Volleyball practise, we are versing Westvale High on the weekend and they are really good so I need to get going"
"This will just take a minute" he replied.
I nodded In response.
"Well I talked it out with Sam, he's fine with you and I if we date and he will still remain your friend, but me on the other hand I'm crazy about you".
I blushed and said "That's really sweet and I'm glad you guys sorted it out".
"Yeah but one thing I don't understand is that when I kissed you, you ran away, why?" Ryder asked.
I sighed and said, "Truth is I've never had a real relationship before. Boys have played with my emotions before and I was just afraid of that happening again".
Ryder looked me deep In the eye and said, "Hey I would never hurt you, I'm nuts about you".
He then kissed me again and walked off leaving me stunned.
Next day was the musical auditions. I was auditioning for Gabriella.
Ryder went before me and then it was my turn.
I heard Ryder singing his audition song which was obviously meant for me.
(Ryder)
I can't fight this feeling any longer
And yet I'm still afraid to let it flow
What started out as friendship, has grown stronger
I only wish I had the strength to let it show
I tell myself that I can't hold out forever
I said there is no reason for my fear
Cause I feel so secure when we're together
You give my life direction
You make everything so clear
And even as I wander
I'm keeping you in sight
You're a candle in the window
On a cold, dark winter's night
And I'm getting closer than I ever thought I might
And I can't fight this feeling anymore
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
It's time to bring this ship into the shore
And throw away the oars, forever
Cause I can't fight this feeling anymore
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
And if I have to crawl upon the floor
Come crashing through your door
Baby, I can't fight this feeling anymore
My life has been such a whirlwind since I saw you
I've been running round in circles in my mind
And it always seems that I'm following you, girl
Cause you take me to the places that alone I'd never find
And even as I wander I'm keeping you in sight
You're a candle in the window on a cold, dark winter's night
And I'm getting closer than I ever thought I might
And I can't fight this feeling anymore
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
It's time to bring this ship into the shore
And throw away the oars, forever
Cause I can't fight this feeling anymore
I've forgotten what I started fighting for
And if I have to crawl upon the floor
Come crashing through your door
Baby, I can't fight this feeling anymore.
"Thank you Ryder that was awesome" said Finn.
"Well done Ryder, and who would you like to be?" asked Artie.
"I would like to play Troy" replied Ryder.
"Ok thanks Ryder, next up is Emma" Finn announced.
I walked on stage and began my song.
(Emma)
A beating drum
It's in my lungs
I breathe it in, it takes my breath away
I don't look back
It's just a trap
We are all one but we're not the same
Everybody's looking for a new horizon
Everybody wants to leave the world behind them
Everybody's looking for a new horizon
Everybody's looking for a second chance
Everybody's wishing they could take a stand
Everybody's looking for a second chance
What if I lose my self control
What if I choose to let it go
I want to let you and me collide
Baby these wings were made
These wings were made to fly, la la la...
The deepest veins
The darkest truth
A secret place I only want to share with you
Look in my eyes
Undress my soul
Cause everybody's looking for a new horizon
Everybody wants to leave the world behind them
Everybody's looking for a new horizon
Everybody's looking for a second chance
Everybody's wishing they could take a stand
Everybody's looking for a second chance
What if I lose my self control
What if I choose to let it go
I want to let you and me collide
Baby these wings were made
These wings were made to fly, la la la...
These wings were made to fly, la la la...
Fly, la la la...
What if I lose my self control
What if I choose to let it go
I want to let you and me collide
Baby these wings were made to fly
What if I lose my self control
What if I choose to let it go
I want to let you and me collide
Baby these wings were made
These wings were made to fly, la la la...a
These wings were made to fly, la la la...
These wings were made to fly
"Wow Emma that's was amazing" said Artie and Finn in unison.
"And what role would you like to play?" asked Artie.
"I would like to play Gabriella" I replied.
"Thanks Emma we will post the list up Friday" Finn said.
Friday came and I went to go have a look at the list and it looked like this.
Troy Bolton- Ryder Lynn
Gabriella Montez- Emma Reynolds
Chad Danforth- Jake Puckerman
Taylor McKessie- Wade 'Unique' Adams
Sharpay Evans- Kitty Wilde
Ryan Evans- Sam Evans
Zeke Baylor- Blaine Anderson
Jason Cross- Rory Flanagan
Kelsi Neilson- Marley Rose
Martha Cox- Tina Cohen-Chang
Mrs Darbus- Coach Beiste
Coach Jack Bolton- Joe Hart
I was so happy I got the lead role that I jumped up and down and screamed. Sam came up to me and looked shocked.
"Wow someone's happy" Sam beamed
"Well take a look at the list and you will find out" I yelled.
"Wow congratulations Emma, you deserve your role, thanks Sam you too" I exclaimed.
"Listen Emma I'm really sorry about the whole fighting over you thing, truth is I like you but Ryder is nuts about you. You're all he ever talks about, and Ryder's my bro and I could never steal his girl". Sam explained.
I blushed "Wow I didn't even know that".
"Also you're my best friend, heck you're like my little sister. So what do you say, we call it truce" said Sam as he held his hand out for me to shake.
"No you're worth better than a handshake" I said as I pulled him into a hug.
"You know some day you're gonna make a girl feel really lucky to have you" I explained.
"Well I do have my sights set on Brittany" Sam explained.
"Boy you move on fast" I joked.
We walked into Glee Club together where I sat next to Ryder.
"Hey, do you mind if I talk to you after Glee Club" Ryder whispered.
"Yeah sure" I whispered back.
Mr Schue walked in and congratulated us on our roles in the Musical.
Ryder and I walked outside together to the parking lot where he wanted to talk to me.
"Now what was it you wanted to talk about"? I asked.
"Emma, you're all that I think about everyday and every night. I have no idea what I would do without you in my life, all I'm trying to say is...Will you be my girlfriend?" Ryder explained.
I was really shocked.
"We can take it slow if you like" Ryder said sweetly.
"Ryder I would love to be your girlfriend, I'm crazy about you too" I said.
Ryder smiled and said "Yes! Awesome! Umm.. I mean.. Cool.. Yeah.. That's totally sweet".
I laughed at Ryder's cuteness.
"Would you like me to drive you home"? Asked Ryder.
"Sure thing" I replied.
We walked off together hand in hand.
(A/N Don't forget to review. Songs featured In this chapter Can't Fight This Feeling- REO Speedwagon Wings-Delta Goodrem)