Life was meaningless. Al and Winry were dating, Al's malnourished body was healthier, damn Mustang had finally made it to Fuhur, Hawkeye and Mustang were married, Havoc had a steady girlfriend, and the rest of the crew were happily settling back into routine. Ed was not content. He had quit the military, and was finding that a quiet life was not his thing. He was wandering alone by the river, wondering what Ling was up to, when a transmutation circle activated under his feet. He could not find the source of the circle. Suddenly he was back at the Gate. Truth, still with his arm and leg, smirked. "you aren't happy living quietly, are you Mr. Alchemist? How about I do you a favour and give you your alchemy back? But not for free! You have to stop another world from suffering the apocalypse. I am the guardian of many worlds, yours being just one. Because you will suffer greatly from this, you get your alchemy. And you can have your old pocket-watch. It means nothing there, but it will remind you of what you have to do." Truth smirked and leaned closer. "And one more thing. If you disappoint me greatly or fail your quest, I'm leaving you your alchemy, in exchange for your brothers body. And this time, no one can save his soul. Remember that."
"And what if I refuse?"
"Then your brother dies and you get your alchemy."
"I accept."
The gate in front of him opened, and black hands reached for him, dragging him in. his mind filled to the brim with alchemic knowledge, and the name of a city. New York.
A/N my first good crossover/fanfic without any characters but the manga/anime. This is slightly AU as Ed stayed in Amestris after defeating the homunculi. The next chapter will be maximum ride vol. 1. In my opinion it's the best. Read and review pls. am looking for beta reader. PM me.
