It began with a normal day in Central. A phone going off, orders being given, and of course, loads and loads of paperwork. The weather outside had not been kind. Thunder and continuous rain poured, sometimes causing the lights to go on and off. Colonel Mustang groaned," How much longer can this day go on!"
"Oh Colonel, stop complaining. It's not like this job is killing you. Here, by all means, I'll finish your paperwork if you'd like me to." Riza Hawkeye offered.
"Ah, well if you insist Lieutenant. Remind me to reward you later, I think I'm going to head out for a drink at the bar. Will you be alright here by yourself?" he asked.
"Yes sir, don't worry about me, I'll be fine. You go on and have fun. I'm used to doing so much paperwork. Have a fun night sir. I'll see you tomorrow." She kept her head focused on her work as she waved him off with her hand.
Roy shrugged and walked out. It was already beginning to turn into dusk, and everyone was turning out early due to the weather and the trouble with the electricity. On his way out he ran into Jean Havoc, his second Lieutenant," Hey Colonel. Are you turning in already?"
"Yeah, been a long day. I think I'm gonna have a drink with the new girl there at the bakery. She's quite adorable."
"Oh, you mean Kelsey?" he chuckled," Good luck with her sir. I've been hearing rumors that she's a lesbian."
"Oh really now? Hm. . .well now that sounds like an adventure. Thanks for the tip Havoc. See you tomorrow."
Havoc stood there dumbfounded, how is it that the Colonel can have such luck with any kind of lady? Wasn't he attractive as well? His confidence slightly bruised, he walked into the Colonels office, and saw Hawkeye still sitting there, her desk piled high with paperwork.
"Hey Hawkeye. You doing the Colonels work again?"
She nodded," Yes, it seems as if the Colonel wanted some time off, so I decided to relieve him of his work."
"Don't you ever think you could use some time off? It always seems that your always here late at night, doing other peoples work."
"By other peoples, do you mean yours and Breda's?"
"Er. . ." he sighed," Not really. . .Anyway, would you like some help there?"
She smiled up at him," That would be nice."
Havoc returned the smile, and took a seat next to her while she divided the papers in half. Havoc had always been slightly attracted to her. She was often thought of as tomboyish. Her voice wasn't soft and high pitched like most women, and she didn't dress like others, but its not like her military garb helped. He had seen her out of uniform before, and he had to admit she had a nice figure. He was just never that attracted to her to ever think about making a move. She was his superior, and well, like any other women, he knew she belonged to the Colonel. He sighed after about 10 papers," Hey Hawkeye," he summed up the courage to finally ask," Why do you wade on the Colonel hand and foot? I mean, we can all tell how you feel, but he still continues to treat you like dirt."
Riza stopped signing for a brief second, and looked up, and smiled a sincere smile at Havoc, one that she rarely smiles," I do what I do, because I care very deeply towards him. I know that he does not love me, but I don't mind. It's all I can do to try and keep him safe, and try and make him happy. If taking his paperwork, or if ever, the blame, I shall do it in a heartbeat. But I do sometimes feel. . .that perhaps there is better out there for me, and I shouldn't keep waiting on the Colonel." She continued on her paperwork, furiously signing them.
Havoc nodded, and continued his work. He was finally halfway through his, when he stopped, and noticed that Hawkeye was too deep in her work to notice him looking at her. She had her thick coat off, and her large bosom was clearly seen through her tight shirt. He swallowed hard. He looked at her soft face, and she was clearly noted that she did not resemble a tomboy. Her cherry wood eyes were so beautiful, even when they were focused on measly work. Her blond hair was so neatly tucked in her pin, and it screamed softness. But he wasn't quite sure how he felt about that, or even making a move towards her. He shook his head, and continued his work.
Riza had felt Havocs eyes on her, but she paid no attention to it. She thought to herself,' Well he is good looking, if only he'd quit those damn cigarettes.' She was never attracted to Havoc before. She was so in love with Mustang, she had forgotten to look around for other men. She chuckled in her mind. Since when was Havoc ever a thought in her head? His hair was so golden, and his smile was friendly and warm. He had a nice body, though his skills with women were extremely poor. She often found herself wondering why his luck was so bad. She smiled,"Say Havoc. . .Why are your skills with women so poor?"
He looked up and laughed," Well when you compete with a man like the Colonel, it's kind of hard for women to find men like me attractive. I'm just a soldier in the military. I'm not an alchemist, and well I guess you can say my personality is sort of bland."
She shakes her head," No I don't think thats it." she decided to be bolder than she usually was," I think its the fact that the Colonel is jealous that your able to find such pretty women, so he feels the need to take them for himself."
Havoc looked up at her, half surprised," Uh, I guess. . . Huh, I've never thought of it like that before. . ." he chuckled," Thanks Hawkeye. That actually made me feel a little bit better about myself." he grinned.
She smiled, and continued her work. She did want some time off too, or at least be able to go home early. She sighed," I guess I have been doing to much paperwork." she shook her hand.
"How long have you been doing these?"
"Nearly all day. It seems that this weather has made everyone go home early, and well. . . seeing as I have nothing else to do, I decided to stay in and finish up." she sighed.
"Oh I see. . ." Havoc frowned slightly. ' Poor Hawkeye, it seems like she never gets out. She's always stuck in this office, doing the Colonel's work, seeing as the guy is so damn lazy.' He wondered if she would say yes, if he decided to ask her out for dinner. He'd never once made a move on her, but was this really considered a move? Or was it just being polite and asking a friend out to dinner? He shrugged," Hey, well do you wanna have dinner with me? I mean, you rarely have time for yourself. . ." he swallowed hard.
Riza paused, and she felt a small smirk growing on her face," Actually, that sounds quite lovely." she turned, and smiled. Havoc returned the smile," So what should we do with these papers?"
She shrugged," Well, the Colonel needs to man up, and start doing his own work. Leave them on his desk, I'm sure he'll attend to that matter in the morning." she grabbed her coat, and her small purse. Havoc stood by the door, and off they went.
"Do you mind if we stop by my apartment really quick? I'd like to change out of these clothes." Hawkeye asked.
"Yeah sure, no problem." Havoc lit up a smoke, and Hawkeye slightly frowned," Do you always smoke those?"
"It helps me relax. . . But I do guess its a pretty bad habit, but I just think its to much of a hassle to try and quit." Jean shrugged.
"I suppose. Did you ever stop to think that maybe women reject you, because you smoke?"
"No, I never thought that. . ." he stared off into the sky, giving her suggestion complete focus. He had to admit, smoking was a pretty disgusting habit. It made him smell, and it was aging him faster than everyone else. He tried to stop once before, but the addiction was so strong he began going through withdrawls, and finally had to have a smoke. Ever since then, he hasn't tried to quit again," I guess I could give it another shot. . ."
"Hm?" Riza asked.
"Oh, quitting cigarettes. I tried a while back, and lets just say it didn't turn out well." he smiled sheepishly.
"I see, well thats too bad now. I think you'd be much more attractive if you quit." she smirked.
Havoc felt a quiver down his spine," Uh. . .you think so?"
"Mm. . ." she stopped," This is it. I'll be just a few minutes." she grabbed her keys," Come in."
Jean took one last poof of his smoke, and tossed it. Her apartment was quite huge. There were only a few apartments this big, and he guessed the rent had to be pretty high. Inside, her walls were painted a soft lilac blue, giving it a cool feeling, yet at the same time it felt welcoming. She had two large sofas, which were a soft brown leather. He took a seat in one, as Riza left to her bedroom to change. He continued to look about her quarters, the floor was a neat checkered pattern, and she had a few paintings of flowers, and the sea. Over in the corner was Black Hayate's dish, and he wondered,' Hey, where's the mutt?'. Seeming to hear his thoughts, the dog popped in through his doggy door, and gave a welcoming bark. Havoc smiled," Heya boy."
Riza began going through her closet, trying on blouses, or a nice simple dress. She snarled," I need some new clothes." Why was she getting so upset that she couldn't find anything that flattered her? It is Havoc, her co-worker, her subordinate. Its not like it was a date. . . She sighed, picking up a red dress, with orange, pink, and white flowers. She began to remove her top, than her pants. She decided to let her hair loose letting it fall around her shoulders. She stared at herself in the mirror," I never noticed how I look without my uniform on..." she smirked slightly," Not bad Riza..." She threw on the dress, and a pair of small heels. She sprayed a small amount of perfume on, and she headed out to the living room.
"Hey, you look great." Havoc smiled.
"Thank you. Have you decided on a place?"
"Yeah, I'm thinkin' we can try Chateau Felicity. I hear its pretty nice inside there. I've always wanted to go in, but it's sort of embarassing when you've got no one else with you."
Riza smiled,"Sounds lovely. Shall we go?" she turned and poured a little bit of kibble in Black Hayate's dish, and they were off. Havoc felt slightly awkward next to Hawkeye, she was wearing a dress, and they were heading into a semi fancy restaurant, and he was still in his military garb. His baggy blue pants, and combat boots weren't exactly the picture of fancy. He grumbled," Now I feel like changing. . ."
Hawkeye chuckled," Well I suppose so, after all it is a fancy restaurant. I don't mind waiting."
"You sure? I don't want to feel like I'm slowing this night down."
She shrugged," I'm sure."
"Well my house is just a few blocks away, so it won't take long."
Luckily the rain had ceased once they left the office. They continued their walk, chatting, and sharing some friendly laughs. Nearing his house, they just so happened to bump into the Colonel and his "dates". " Oh, hey Jean. You remember Kelsey. This is her girlfriend Anna."
Anna was very cute, her eyes a soft green, and her hair were small curls of black and brown,"Why hello Jean. I hear you've been making moves on my girlfriend. . ." she accused straight away.
Jean didn't know what to say, both girls were hanging onto the Colonels arms," Uh. . . well they weren't really moves just uh. . . friendly gestures."
Kelsey was blond, with blue eyes," Please do not lie to my girlfriend. I'd greatly appreciate it if you stay away from my bakery."
Roy just smiled," Now now ladies, there's no need to be so angry. After all, Jean hardly knows what to do with such beautiful women."
Like a blow to his stomach, Havoc went silent. Put down by two cute women, and his superior was making everything so much worse. If he weren't a man, he'd be bawling right now. He felt so tempted to punch his superior, to show him he is more manly then they know, but he didn't feel like risking being burnt to a crisp.
Hawkeye cleared her throat," Well, here I was thinking you were at the bar Colonel. I was assuming you'd be so kind enough as to drop back in and help your first Lieutenant, but apparently, you've found more important matters. I don't see how two little whores are a wonderful evening out. You're not even man enough to take a lady out to eat, yet, all your good for is sex. And you say Havoc doesn't know what to do, well I believe he does. He's man enough to take a lady out to dinner, man enough to try and impress a girl. Instead of throwing on a false ego, he tries to show them who he really is. So Colonel, you've paper work back at the office. I've finished all my work. I suggest you go and finish it, less you be court martialed for not doing your work. I believe those papers were quite important. So if you'll excuse us sir, we've got plans."
Anna stepped forward," How dare you insult the Colonel, and my girlfriend! Who in the hell do you think you are!"
Roy slightly coughed," Uh. . . Anna, ladies, I believe -"
Anna lunged forward with a slap, but Riza side stepped her and pulled her pistol from her purse. Anna turned and screamed as 4 bullets whizzed past her head and into a trees bark across the street," I suggest you back off Anna. I am the Hawks Eye, and if you truly want a fight, I'll be more than happy to oblige."
Anna ran to Kelsey and began to cry, while the Colonel loked irritated," First Lieutenant! I'd rather have you not assault my dates!"
Riza shot two more towards the Colonels head, as he felt them whiz past he knew he better keep quiet. Even being her superior, he knew better than to mess with her," Come on ladies. I need to drop you off. . . and finish my work. . ."
They left with the girls still whimpering. Havoc still had a hurt look on his face, his pride once more insulted. 'Why do I even try. . . No women find me attractive. . .'
"Havoc." Riza said in a stern yet caring tone," Don't mind the Colonel. That is how he gets his women by insulting other men. He knows how you feel and he just likes to make some people feel bad. Jean, you're an attractive man, don't let the Colonel put you down. I can see what your worth. . ."
He shrugged," My house is just a few houses down. . ." he sighed hurtfully," Shall we go?"