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Games Of Make Believe	By : SavageWords Category: Individual Celebrities > Gerard Butler Views: 10290 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. I do not know Gerard Butler. I do not make any money from the writing of this story.

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Author: Amy (SavageWords)
Title: Games Of Make Believe
Rating: 18+
Fandom: Gerry Butler
Disclaimer: I don’t own any of the characters nor Phantom of the Opera, nor Emmy or Gerry.
Summary: When Andrew Lloyd Webber contacts Gerry asking for a favor, Gerry knows he can’t turn away an old friend. The request: Come take the part of the Phantom on the London stage for a special Christmas time run. The excitement of re-creating his role of Erik on the stage has Gerry saying yes in a heartbeat. However, the little secret that Andrew is hiding from him catches him most by surprise. His Christine is none other than the person who helped him make the movie such a success. Walking into the room and finding Emmy there, Gerry is speechless. No longer, the young woman that he remembered, Emmy has grown into a full woman. Working together brings them closer than ever before. But there are people who say that is too close.
Pairing: Gerry Butler and Emmy Rossum

Chapter One

Gerry took another drag from his cigarette before extinguishing it into the ashtray as he entered the restaurant. He knew he was late, yet again. Andrew should be used to me by now, he chuckled to himself. He ran his hand through his tousled hair in an effort to tame it, but with no such luck. He looked down at his appearance and groaned. His jeans were faded and hung low on his hips, despite the black leather belt. The pea green thermal shirt he wore was wrinkled but the black leather jacket he wore hid most of it. Several days’ growth of a beard covered his jaw. Checking himself out in a mirror as he entered the lobby, Gerry groaned. He was just grateful that Andrew liked his rebel ways.

“May I help you Sir?” The hostess asked, breaking Gerry out of his thoughts.

“I’m meeting a friend of mine for lunch.” Gerry told her.

“The name Sir?” The hostess asked as she began to look up and down her list.

“Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber.” Gerry was already dying for another cigarette. Why was he so nervous? When Andrew had called him and asked to meet him here, he knew something was up. Then Andrew mentioned something about another collaboration and his curiosity was peaked.

“Yes Sir right this way.” The hostess smiled at him as she began to lead the way.

As Gerry started to follow her, his eyes wandered over her body as a smirk came across his face. “Not bad.” He murmured to himself.

“I see that you’ve made it.” Andrew had a smug look on his face. He sat at one of the table in the back corner. Seeing Gerry walk towards him, he grinned. This was going to be perfect. With the popularity of the movie, it would only bring new fans to the show. Now if he could convince Gerry to do it. He already had the Christine, he was sure of it. However, the Phantom would be the key in all of this.

“Well you know me.” Gerry smirked as he walked over to the table. He smiled at the hostess and winked. “Thanks love.”

“That’s the problem. I do.” Andrew watched as the hostess, now blushing, hurried off. “Still have it I see?”

Gerry chuckled as he sat across from Andrew. “I never lost it.”

“Which is exactly why I asked you to join me today.” Andrew took a sip of his water.

“Yea I wondered about that. You said something on the phone about another project.” Gerry sat up and put his elbows on the table as he looked over at his friend. “What is going on in that crazy brain of yours now?”

Andrew chuckled. “Not so much as something new, but something familiar.”

Letting out a sigh, Gerry fell back in his chair. “Ok now you’ve completely lost me. Are all you composers like this?” He grinned.

“You should ask yourself that question. Since hopefully you’ll be playing one again, well sort of.” Andrew’s lips tugged as laughter nearly spilled out.

“What the hell is that supposed to mean?” Gerry stared at him as if he lost his mind. “What are you planning?”

“The reason I asked you here is to ask you a very special favor.” Andrew started.

Just then, the waiter came up and tapped his pad with his pen. “Are you two gentlemen ready to order?”

Andrew grabbed his menu and quickly looked through it. “I’ll have the salmon with a side salad. Dressing on the side.”

The waiter quickly wrote it down as he looked over at Gerry. “And for you Sir?”

Gerry’s mind wasn’t on food, but on the strange statements that Andrew was spouting out. Grabbing the menu he sighed as he looked through it. “I’ll have the chicken parmesan.”

The waiter nodded as he wrote it down. “What can I get you gentlemen to drink?”

“I’ll stick with the water.” Gerry held up his glass.

“I’ll have a glass of the recommended wine.” Andrew told him.

“Very good, I’ll bring those out as soon as they are ready.” The waiter began to walk back towards the kitchen to place the order.

“Ok now back to what you were talking about.” Gerry nearly slammed his glass back on the table. “Just what are you thinking up here?”

“I need a special favor Gerard.” Andrew folded his hands neatly on the table in front of him. He was one of the few that got away with calling him by his full name and he relished it. “What I’m asking isn’t a lot, just a couple of months.”

“You want me in another one of your movies?” Gerry took a sip of his water. “Which one are you turning into a film now? I’ll tell ya right now, I’m not dressing up as a cat.” He smirked.

Andrew burst out laughing and clutched the table for support. “Oh good heavens, no. As much as I’m sure your female fans would have a ball with that, that’s not what I had in mind.”

“Then what are we talking about here? I’m becoming lost.” Gerry asked. “Stop being so damn secretive and tell me.”

“Have you ever thought of performing in the theater?” Andrew asked carefully.

That question took him totally by surprise. “The theater? You want me to be in one of your shows?” Gerry’s brows crinkled. “On stage?”

“Well that is generally where the shows take place.” Andrew replied with a hint of amusement in his voice.

“Which show?” Gerry asked. When Andrew remained silent Gerry frowned. “Which show Andrew?”

“The Phantom of the Opera.”

“What?” Gerry’s eyes widened as he fell back in his chair. “Are you serious? The Phantom of the Opera?”

Andrew nodded. “I’m planning a special Christmas time run of the show. From early November to mid January the show will run. I wanted this run to be really special so that is why I’m asking you. I want you to reprise your role as the Phantom.”

Gerry sat dumbstruck. This wasn’t what he was expecting at all. But it wasn’t an unpleasant shock. His mind began whirling and a small smile began to spread across his lips. It would be a challenge to do this, especially live on stage. He was always up to a challenge. The more he thought about it, the more comfortable he was with the idea.

Andrew watched as a mixture of emotions appeared on Gerry’s face. Seeing the shock, he was half afraid that Gerry wouldn’t do it. But when he saw the smile he knew he had him. “Well what do you say? Will you do me the honor of becoming the Phantom?”

“Who do you have in mind for Christine?” Gerry asked, his green eyes twinkling with excitement.

Andrew chuckled as he pointed to Gerry. “I’d knew you’d do it. I’m glad you brought up Christine because I have just the perfect girl in mind.”

“Oh do ya now?” Gerry chuckled.

“That is another area I need your help in. I’m auditioning a woman tonight in fact. She’s flying in tonight and I planned to meet her for dinner. I would like for you to join us.” Andrew tested the waters.

“I don’t even get a name?” Gerry raised his eyebrows.

“Why ruin the surprise?” Andrew chuckled.

By the response he got, Gerry figured it was someone famous. But who? His mind reeled at the thought of famous women who could take the role. He was now beyond curious. “Is she good?”

“Oh trust me, it was if she were born for the part.” Andrew replied mysteriously. “Does this mean you’ll do it?”

Gerry stared at him for a few seconds and then nodded. “Yeah. I must admit I’m looking forward to the challenge. Are you sure you want me for the part? It’s been years since I’ve done anything on the stage. Not to mention singing.”

“You are perfect for what I’m planning. Thank you Gerard.” Andrew smiled. “I consider this as a personal favor and I am grateful.”

Gerry smiled. “I’m honored you asked me. I’m just an actor who you gave a break to.”

“So will you meet us tonight?” Andrew asked as the waiter came forward with their lunch. He grabbed his fork as the waiter put his entrée down in front of him.

“Sure, what time?” Gerry asked as his own lunch was put down in front of him.

“Tonight at 7pm. I want you there early so you can see her walk in.” Andrew smirked as he went to take a bit of his lunch.

Gerry dropped his fork on the plate and sighed. “What is so bloody important about his woman?”

“You’ll see.”

* * * * * *

“I can’t believe you are really doing this!” Tonya’s excited laugh came through Gerry’s cell phone loud and clear. “If you’re not careful you might actually turn into a real actor.”

“Oh hell we wouldn’t want that now, would we?” Gerry rolled his eyes as he walked into the same restaurant that he and Andrew had lunch earlier. “What would people say? My reputation would be in shreds.” He replied with light sarcasm.

“Seriously this is a great opportunity. Andrew wouldn’t have asked you if he didn’t think you did a wonderful job in the movie. Besides, it’s only for a couple of months.” Tonya told him. “Do you know how many people will come see this with you in the lead?”

“Andrew assured me that it would be too many to count.” Gerry grinned. “Listen I’m at the place now. I will call you later and give you all the juicy details of my new co-star, ok?”

“You better mister. I want to know what kind of woman that Andrew would dare pair you up with.” Tonya laughed. “This woman might even do you some good. Maybe make you grow up?”

“Bloody hell she’s just acting with me, not marrying me!” Gerry said exasperated.

“Hmm shame.” Tonya laughed.

“Don’t you start either. I already have my mother on my tail about settling down. I don’t need my assistant as well.” Gerry sighed.

“Go Andrew is waiting for you. Remember, juicy details.” Tonya reminded him as she hung up.

Gerry shook his head as he closed his cell phone and stuffed it into his jacket pocket. Tonya had been trying to set him up with what she called respectable women. What she really meant was, women that were looking for a husband and babies. He sighed as he nodded to the same hostess that was there for lunchtime. She signaled him to go on back to where Andrew was sitting. It wasn’t as if he didn’t want a family. He did, just not right now.

Andrew was sitting in his usual table with a big smile on his face. “For once you are on time.”

Gerry chuckled as he sat down. “Mark it on your calendar because I doubt it will happen again.”

“She just called and said she will be here in a few minutes.” Andrew seemed overly excited. Almost as if, he was a kid in a candy story.

“So still not gonna tell me who she is, are you?” The corner of Gerry’s mouth raised in a crooked smile.

“As I said, it would ruin the surprise.” Andrew repeated. “You need to learn to be patient. Maybe that is your problem, Gerard. You rush into things too quickly. Patience my boy, patience.”

“Sure thing mother.” Gerry teased as he grinned.

Something caught Andrew’s eyes and a huge smile broke out on his face. “I do believe your Christine has graced us with her presence.”

“Who is it?” Gerry whipped around and felt his jaw drop. His green eyes stared across the room at the woman who began to walk towards the table. “HER!” He couldn’t help but whisper loudly. “Andrew are you serious?” He quickly looked back over at his friend.

“I thought we needed some oh what’s the word, chemistry, between The Phantom and Christine.” Andrew chuckled.

Gerry turned back to look at the woman. Emmy Rossum gave them a little wave and a smile as she walked over. It had been a long time since he had seen her. She had been younger then, almost like a sister to him. She had grown up, that was the first thing Gerry noticed about her. There was a full blooded woman walking towards him. Tonight she was wearing a dress of pale pink, which gave her skin a look of a porcelain doll. The material hugged her body, revealing her womanly curves. As much as he tried not to, Gerry couldn’t take his eyes off her long legs. The heels were a nice touch. When Andrew cleared his throat, Gerry’s eyes snapped up to look at her face. Her dark auburn hair was loose, in soft waves around her face. Wearing little makeup, Emmy’s dark eyes sparkled as she smiled at them. “Good evening.”

Andrew stood up and motioned for her to come over to him. “Emmy I’m so glad you could make it. You look fabulous.” He gave her a quick kiss on the cheek.

Emmy laughed softly as she gave Andrew a small hug. “I almost didn’t. I was finishing up a meeting with my agent and nearly missed the plane.”

“You have a thing with almost missing my auditions, Miss Rossum.” Andrew joked.

As Emmy and Andrew talked, Gerry couldn’t take his eyes off of her. She was nineteen now, or just had turned it a week ago. It had been over two years since he had seen her. Two years can do a lot to a person, he thought to himself.

“And this silent creature over here is going to be our Phantom.” Andrew pointed to Gerry.

Emmy’s dark eyes moved from Andrew over to Gerry. Her smile lit up as she looked at him. Going with the casual look, Gerry wore a black turtleneck that stretched over the broad expanse of his chest. A pair of faded black jeans hung from his hips, molded to his thighs. A black leather jacket completed the bad boy look. “Gerry, are you really going to be the Phantom?” Her voice held a note of awe as she looked into his green eyes. When Andrew called and told her he had her perfect Phantom, never in her wildest dreams did she think he would get Gerry.

“It appears so, love.” Gerry smiled at her. “Andrew is very persuasive.”

“Yes, I have found that out.” She smiled back.

“What, I don’t get a hug?” Gerry’s lower lip stuck out in a boyish pout as he held out his arms.

Emmy laughed softly as she stepped forward and was immediately enveloped in Gerry’s strong arms. “It’s good to see you.” She whispered to him. She took a deep breath, the scent of his cologne filling her senses. As she pulled back, the scruff on his jaw teased the soft skin of her cheek.

“It’s good to see you, love. Here have a seat.” Gerry held out her chair for her.

Sitting down, she looked up at him. “Such a gentleman.”

Winking, Gerry sat next to her. “It’s part of my charm.”

“So do you think you two can do this?” Andrew got right down to business.

“Oh ya.” Emmy replied with excitement in her voice. “I think this will be something special. I mean working with Gerry will be so cool.”

Gerry chuckled. “Well I haven’t sung anything since I filmed it, so I hope I’m not too rusty.”

“Don’t worry about that. Rehearsals start the first of October.” Andrew waved his hand as if dismissing the thought of Gerry being anything less than perfect.

“A month of rehearsals?” Gerry raised his eyebrows. “Do we need that much?”

“With you not singing for almost three years, yes we do.” Andrew stated. “In fact I’m wondering if we don’t need more.”

Emmy put her hand in front of her mouth as soft laughter floated over the air.

Gerry turned to look at her with a mock look of anger on his face. “Oh think that’s funny do ya, love?” He lost the look when he grinned at her.

“I’m just remembering the fun we had on the set. Now we can have it all again.” Emmy smiled at him. “Besides, Christmas time in London.” She sighed dreamily. “As much as I love Christmas time in New York, I actually missed it here in London.”

“Well we won’t disappoint her will we Gerard?” Andrew smiled. “Especially when there is a special show on Christmas Eve.”

“No, can’t disappoint a lady.” Gerry winked at her, which caused more soft laughter from Emmy.

“So then you both will do it?” Andrew looked hopeful.

“I don’t know about him, but I’m in.” Emmy grinned. “I am looking forward to this.”

“Think you’re gonna outdo me, love?” Gerry teased. “I’m in Andrew.”

Andrew clapped his hands in relief. “Oh thank goodness. This is going to be a hit.”

Gerry looked over at Emmy and smiled. “I think so.”

Emmy reached over, took Gerry’s hand, and gave it a playful squeeze. “I know so.”

“Good now that we have business out of the way, let’s eat.” Andrew grabbed his menu.

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“Have you been busy since I last saw you?” Gerry asked Emmy as they walked along the street. Gerry had offered to drive Emmy to her hotel after dinner. Parking near her hotel, they decided to take a short walk to talk before going up. “It’s been what like two years now hasn’t it?”

“Yes, almost three.” Emmy nodded as she pulled Gerry’s black leather jacket closed to keep in the warmth. When they got out of the car, Gerry had offered his jacket when she remembered she had left her’s back at the hotel. “I’ve been attending Columbia University. But when Andrew approached me about playing Christine again, I couldn’t turn him down. So I am taking a little break.” She looked up at him. “You’ve been busy. I mean you have to keep all those female fans happy.” She teased as she pushed at his arm playfully.

Gerry grinned as he walked beside her. “Well what can I say? They have great taste.” He laughed even harder when Emmy rolled her eyes.

“You are so full of yourself.” Emmy groaned.

“So are you going to be staying here the entire time you are here or what?” Gerry asked as he reached and pulled the hotel doors open for her.

“Actually I was planning on renting an apartment for the time I’m here. With rehearsals starting in a week, I don’t have much time.” She brushed past him to enter the hotel lobby.

“If you want, I’d be glad to help you find a place.” Gerry smiled down at her as they walked to the elevators.

Emmy turned and looked at him in surprise. “You would? Oh that’d be great. Thanks Gerry.” She pushed the button for her floor.

“Oh it’s no trouble at all. Besides being alone in a strange city can be tough. Maybe that’s why my place in New York stays empty.” Gerry shrugged his shoulders.

“You have a place in New York?” Emmy’s eyes widened. “You should have called me. I would have stopped by to say hi.”

“Well that’s the problem. I have never actually slept there.” Gerry chuckled. “The guy who manages it must hate me. He’s probably thinking, why did this guy ever buy this place.”

Emmy laughed. “Well if you ever come to New York come see me. I’ll show you around my town.”

A smirk crossed over his lips. “Maybe I’ll do that.”

Just then, the elevator doors opened. Gerry nodded towards the open elevator. “I should let you get some sleep.”

“Aren’t you going to come up? I mean I could order some coffee from room service or something.” Emmy had a look of disappointment on her face.

“Maybe some other time. I promise.” He said gently.

Emmy nodded. Then she began to slip off his jacket. “Thank you. I had fun tonight.” She handed his jacket back to him.

Gerry slipped it on, and grinned. “So did I. I was envisioning all kinds of bad thoughts when Andrew wouldn’t tell me who my Christine was. I mean I knew she had to be famous, but I was starting to worry.”

“Are you disappointed?” Emmy began to chew on her lower lip nervously.

“Never. In fact I’m excited. This is going to be fun.” Gerry couldn’t stop himself as he reached up and caressed her cheek. “Now go get some sleep. I’ll see you later.”

As she got into the elevator, Emmy nodded. “I fly back the day after tomorrow to collect my things. But I will be back in time for rehearsals.”

“Maybe we could hang out or something tomorrow?” Gerry blurted out.

The elevator doors began to shut as Emmy smiled. “I’d like that. Call me in the morning. My room number is 284. Goodnight Gerry.” She waved as the doors closed shut.

Staring at himself in the reflection in the mirrored elevator doors, Gerry wondered what the hell was he doing. Did Andrew plan this on purpose or was it just the luck of the fates? Turning towards the hotel’s front doors, he sighed. God she’s grown up…
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