# 1, Photo
Edward is curious as to why his mother had forced a damp towel on his face a while ago. His little brother is being given the same treatment – squirming to get away from the rough cloth. When she is done, their mother scoops the both of them into her arms, carrying them into the living room. Ed's eyes widen as they land in the middle of the room, his father who rarely leaves his study, is there, along with a man who is holding a strange contraption. His mother had handed him to his father, saying something that Edward doesn't really understand.
Twisting his abdomen, Ed turns to face the man who has the same golden eyes as his, wondering if he should hug his father or just remain limp in the strong hands. Unable to decide, the young boy grins, somewhat disarming his father who only – barely – smiles back in response. Suddenly, Ed is turned around to face the stranger and the weird device, wondering what all the fuss was about when his mother tells everyone to smile. He complies, and then, there is a short flash of light, temporarily stunning him. His little brother, Alphonse, is crying, apparently startled by that strange flash.
But what jolts Edward to turn and look at his father, are wet droplets falling down his neck.
The first time the Elric brothers take a photograph is also the same day that Edward first sees his father cry.