Ghost

Settling In With the Gillespie 5

AN: Madison finally meets Charlie's older brothers and all the significant others of his siblings. Madison and Charlie are also reminded about the rules that they must follow which causes great embarrassment for Charlie. Enjoy!

I do not know who Ryan's girlfriend is so I made someone up. Regarding Michael's girlfriend, I figured that not everyone would immediately take to Madison so I sprinkled that in. In no way am I trying to convey how she is in real life or defame her in any way. Spanish and French translations for this chapter:Alto!= Stop!Je suis désolé mes enfants= I'm sorry my childrenBaye d'la gas= We can do itoncle=unclePose-moi à terre, Patrick!= Put me down, Patrick!Mais, mon amour= But, my lovebobo= idiotBonsoir, ma famille!= Good evening, my family!mon ami= my friendRavi de vous rencontrer, Madison.=Nice to meet you, Madison.

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Madison groaned at Ghost sniffing her face. "Mmm...Ghost...go to Daddy," she mumbled and turned to snuggle deeper into her pillow. Ghost just rubbed his nose into her hair. "Ghost! Alto!" Madison pushed the dog away causing him to whimper. She sat up and glared at the small dog. "You want a walk, don't you," she groused. Ghost barked and wagged his tail.

Madison looked around to see that Charlie hadn't slept in the guest room with her. She sighed. It was too early to go looking for him. "Cariño," she yelled out. A few seconds later she heard his distinctive footsteps coming closer. The guitarist walked in. He had on a simple white wife beater and a pair of orange boxer briefs. What caught Madison's eye was the cup of steaming hot coffee in his hand.

"Bonjour, mon petit chou. How was your sleep?" He handed the coffee over to Madison. She took a whiff of the wafting steam and her body practically melted.

"You used Bustelo....It was good until Ghost woke me up." Charlie scratched Ghost's head. The dog snuggled his head into his father's hand. Madison smiled at the little moment. She took a sip of the coffee. "Mmm perfect. Thank you."

Charlie's eyes were soft as he looked down at her. "I figured you'd need it."

"I did," Madison replied, holding the mug close with both hands. "Can you take Ghost out? I am not ready to get up yet."

Charlie smiled at her, his eyes a pale blue. "Of course. Just drink your coffee and relax. I'll be back soon." He smoothed her frizzy hair down and kissed the top of her head. "Love you."

Madison's eyes sparkled as she smiled back. "Love you too."

Charlie patted his thigh. "Come on Ghost. We're going outside." Ghost barked and jumped down from the bed and followed behind his father.

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It was so comfortable as Madison sat on the bed, Ghost curled up in her lap, and she played with Charlie's hair. He was smiling and had his eyes closed, just enjoying the attention. "I can't believe I am finally going to meet your brothers. Do you think they'll like me as much as Meghan and Maman seem to?" She rubbed Ghost's back to help ease the anxiety bubbling inside.

Charlie didn't respond and instead his eyes were shining. "You called her Maman...".

Madison stared at Charlie for a second. "That's what she said I should call her."

An easy smile graced Charlie's face. "I know but I love hearing you say it. It feels...right." Charlie grabbed her hand and squeezed it then kissed each knuckle. "You belong here." Madison knew that although he didn't say it that the 'with me' was implied.

A sweet smile slipped on Madison's face without her realizing it. "Yeah...I feel it too."

Their staring contest was broken with the guest room door being opened. Jeanette walked in. The two musicians' heads snapped to look at her and Ghost snorted himself awake, looking around bleary eyed. He barked under his breath before resettling himself in his mother's lap.