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Chapter 1: I've heard he's an exceptional lover.

You have to help me find a boyfriend. Well, a date. Those were Rebecca's first words when they met. After that she said hello and she ordered her coffee. Riza ordered coffee as well. Then they spoke about their days, about work and other minor things. Rebecca enjoyed Riza's company very much. She didn't speak too much but she always knew what to say and she was always nice and helpful. She could say without doubt that Riza was her best friend and that those coffee afternoons were some of her favorite moments of the week. Although hey were very different, Rebecca liked to think that they complimented each other, that she was that spark Riza lacked sometimes and that Riza was the calm her hot temper needed.

"Now about the date thing" Riza said calmly, as she tried a little apple pie they had ordered. "What do you have in mind?"

"Well, you know some people. I don't want to date the guys I'm working with right now. Imagine something goes wrong. It would be so awkward to see them everyday". Rebecca knew what she was talking about. There where few worse things than having to work with someone you had a passionate, hot encounter last night or having to meet everyday the person who broke your heart.

"But you have to learn the difference between work and personal life, Becca". When Riza said that, she said it in a very maternal tone. Rebecca found funny how protective she could be sometimes.

"I know. But it has happened before and I don't want it anymore" Rebecca took a bit of the pie. It was really nice, like her mother's one.

"Alright. Is there anyone you want to meet?" Riza asked. She was quietly drinking her coffee, waiting for an answer. Rebecca, who didn't really have anyone in mind, decided to tease her, just to see her reaction. A mischievous grin appeared on her face. She wanted to prove a point.

"What about Mustang?" Riza held her cup of coffee with both hands and slowly put it on the table as she looked up to Rebecca's dark eyes. She was very serious, cold as ice, as if she was working and not with the person who had been her best friend for almost a decade.

"What's up with him?"

"Well, he has a fame, you know" Rebecca played with a curl of her hair and raised an eyebrow "I've heard he's an exceptional lover". She didn't know what answer she should expect. Deep inside she hoped for a well, I can confirm he is and that is why you're not getting a date with him! Or even a funny face and a whisper saying he's not so exceptional, you know... But she also knew that Riza would never ever say something like that. Specially when talking about Roy Mustang. The thing is Riza was suddenly deadly serious. Rebecca tried not to laugh. Then she realized her friend was actually trying not to blush.

"I don't know where you got that from. But I won't get you a date with him".

Because he's all yours, I know honey, I was just kidding! Rebecca thought. But instead she said:

"But why?" she make her best whiny baby face and put a lot of effort trying to look actually displeased though she was having fun with that -and yes, she did feel a little bad a bout it.

"Because I don't want my friend dating a moron who can't take care of himself" Riza rolled her eyes. Rebecca couldn't stop her laugh this time. Gosh, they so definitely had something going on. "And he's a superior, it would be so inappropriate-".

"Okay, okay, I get it. No Roy Mustang for me". Rebecca raised her hands as a peace sign. She knew there were some things her friend kept secret, but now she was sure about this one -the classified Mustang one. "Then suggest me some people".

Riza now seemed more relaxed. She took another slice of pie and spoke after a short silence.

"What about Breda? He's good and gentle". Rebecca ate as she considered. She thought of a strong built guy, one that looked a little rough and maybe a couple of years older than her. The image that came to her mind was the one of a quiet, educated man who at first sight didn't seen specially intelligent but was instantly calming and definitely nice to be around. She also reminded him joking with a friend of his -a blond guy maybe?

"The stocky guy? Heymans isn't it?" Riza nodded. Rebecca wasn't really sure about what to say. "He's not really my type".

"Well, he's single. And he's a good man, and he's very intelligent too. I'm sure you'd like him".

"I don't know, Riza... We've met other times before and we have barely spoke. He just doesn't seem interested. I don't know" Rebecca stared sadly at her coffee. She meant what she said and she had the feeling Riza was getting it wrong -that she thought Rebecca was saying no just because of the physical part. But Rebecca had spoke to him quite some times before and she just didn't find that chemistry. To be honest, she was used to guys paying attention to her. The guys that liked her instantly spoke to her and gave her all kind of affections. The guys who weren't interested in her just didn't, it was very simple and black and white with her. "I don't think it would work". Riza hesitated. Rebecca started to think about somebody else. "What's the name of that short guy with black hair and glasses?"

"Fuery?"

"Yeah, the cute one. He's kind of too young right?"

"Not so much. He's just some years younger than you. Five as much".

"Five. Gosh, sounds like a kid" Riza laughed. She knew that, for Rebecca, the guys younger than her where always too young for her, even if they whee just two years younger. She never knew why, but apparently they all turned out to be like kids and Rebecca got tired of them easily, but not just that, most of times she also got really angry with them. Ria thought it was just coincidence, but Rebecca was convinced it was because of the age. "How is he like?"

"He's gentle and considered. He's shy though-"

"Shy?! Do I look like I can date a shy guy?"

"Becca!" her eyes begged calm down.

"I'd eat him alive. But he sounds nice still. Do you think I have any chance?"

"Yes".

"Then go for it! I love you, Riza, you're the best!" Rebecca was about to finish her coffee and give her friend a huge hug. She wasn't sure abut it. She was quite certain Fuery wasn't a good option and deep inside she was expecting Riza to say something about it. But she didn't expect what Riza was about to say. "Riza, I'm so happy that you only work with good men. I don't understand how if they are so good they all happen to be single" Rebecca laughed and rolled her eyes. Then Riza frowned..

"Wait, now that you say so- I'm not sure if he has a girlfriend".

"What do you mean for you're not sure he has a girlfriend?"

"I mean I think Kain Fuery might not be single".

"What?! I was so happy with this now, Riza. You could have thought about it before I started being all excited with the idea!"

"Rebecca, you haven't had the time to-"

"You ruined my expectations!"

"And you're being so dramatic!" Riza laughed for the first time. Rebecca had the feeling this was some kind of twisted revenge for teasing her with Mustang before, but she didn't think Riza could do that. "Anyway I'm not sure abut it. I can just go and ask".

"Wait, you won't do that. No way". Rebecca opened her eyes a lot, suddenly alarmed. Even the ever quiet Black Hayate, beside Riza's chair looked at her, confused.

"Why?"

"Because if you go and ask him or whoever if he has a girlfriend, they will assume you want something with him. Even if you say it's for a friend".

"Or not-"

"Oh, no, it will happen because people love talking and taking things out of context. And if that happens everybody will think you like him. Mustang too! And if that happens you two will argue, and what will happen with those wonderful kids I'm planning for you two to have?" Riza looked incredibly confused. She was so confused that Rebecca wondered if she was speaking in another language. Then Riza started to talk, slowly, trying to organize her ideas.

"Like ten minutes ago you said you wanted to date Mustang" it sounded more like a question. Riza stared at Black Hayate and Black Hayate stared at Rebecca, looking for an answer.

"I never said that! I suggested I wouldn't mind spending a night or two with him because well, who wouldn't like to be in Roy Mustang's bed and see how hot is that flame?" Riza opened her eyes a lot and suddenly blushed and gasped. "But I know where he belongs, right boy?" Rebecca petted Black Hayate and Riza stared at her. "I was just kidding and I promise I won't ask you inconvenient questions".

"Thank you". Riza touched her friend's hand. Rebecca didn't fully understand what was going on but it was none of her business and as long as her friend was safe and happy, she was happy too- now, if he did anything to her, Rebecca herself would kill him if necessary. If Riza wanted to tell her anything, she would do it. Maybe she couldn't do it yet, who knew. Time would say. And Rebecca would be there when Riza found herself ready to confess anything.

They shared a delicious silence and another piece of cake -chocolate cake this time. Finally, Riza spoke as if she had suddenly remembered something.

"What about Jean Havoc?"

"The blond that goes around with Breda?"

"That one. He's nice, single and looking for a girlfriend". Riza raised both eyebrows there you go, a nice suggestion. Rebecca frowned. She had only spoke to him once. It wasn't a bad first impression but it wasn't a good one neither. "And he's attractive too". Well, that was definitely true. "Actually he's quite your type. Very outgoing, he's also nice and sympathetic, likes joking-". Riza decided that saying you're his type too would be maybe too much information.

"It sounds good, actually". Riza nodded and finished the cake.

"Also, he loves guns" Rebecca almost dropped her empty cup.

"Now I'm convinced. Arrange a date, Riza please. For as soon as possible. For like tomorrow. Please, please, please". Riza laughed.

"I'll do my best".

"Thank you!" Riza checked her watch.

"It's late, I have to go" Rebecca nodded. They payed and prepared to go. As they said goodbye, Riza tried to make a joke. "You have to tell me where did you get that information from".

"What information?"

"About the Colonel". Rebecca laughed.

"Rumor has it girls love him but the exceptional lover part- Well, I have a great imagination. I can't expect less from someone that is called the flame alchemist right?" Riza sighted. She looked relieved somehow. Rebecca wondered why.

"You know you can tell me anything you want, right? You could tell me you killed the Fuhrer and I wouldn't say a word about it"

"I know". Riza smiled. Then they hugged. "Bye, Becca".

"Bye, Riza". As they were leaving, Riza turned to her and spoke in a rather loud tone.

"By the way, I have some testimonies that the Lieutenant is in fact an exceptional lover. Enjoy him!"

Some eyes turned to Rebecca. Riza left running after Black Hayate, leaving Rebecca in the street alone. Right, now Riza was teasing her.

Thanks for reading, I hope you liked this one! I have to say I imagine Rebecca as a massive Royai shipper but I imagine Riza as a Havolina shipper as well. I still don't know if I'll upload more chapters. I have ideas for one or to more but who knows. Thanks for reading and as always, all reviews are very welcome!