Open Doors
By Momo Taishou
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Chapter 2 – A Brief History
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Amestris, Risembool
The sun was starting to shine through the curtains as it rose into the sky. It was a new day, but she only saw it as 5 years plus 1 day since she had last seen him. She forced herself out of bed, and got dressed. She had long ago started wearing more conservative clothing and wearing her hair in a clip, making her look more "business-like" as someone once said to her.
She missed her two oldest and best friends, the Elric brothers, more than anyone could ever try to imagine. To her, the thought of never seeing either of them, especially Edward, ever again was incredibly saddening. Through the days that they had been gone, she had been hiding her sadness underneath a happy façade of her usual self. She could tell that the people of Amestris felt sorry for her; and she often took the train to Central, seeking the comfort of her friends there. The Elric brothers were greatly missed by their friends there, so she knew she could always find someone to share her sympathy.
The position of Fuhrer had been abolished after the attack of the flying warships from the other world; now the highest rank in the Military is the Oberbefehlshaber, or Commander-in-Chief. The powers of that rank include control of lower ranks, military tactics, uniform control, and many more important businesses. Currently, that position is held by Roy Mustang.
After Mustang had returned, he quickly rose through the ranks for the brave acts and
amazing leadership skills he showed when he first returned to Central. It was over two years ago that he was promoted to the highest commanding position, and now he resides above the greatest of soldiers. His mini-skirt uniform idea never made it, to the relief of the female officers. In fact, he never even tried to command the change once he gained the power. The Generalfeldmarschall, or General of the Army Field Marshall, Riza Hawkeye had quite a large say in the matter, as she served directly under Mustang. Once he had gained the position of Oberbefehlshaber, Mustang confessed his feelings for Hawkeye and they were married just under a year and a half ago.
Not much changed with Alex Armstrong, but he decided to "expand the horizons of the Armstrong Legacy", or something along those lines. Jean Havoc, Heymans Breda, Vato Falman, and Kain Fuery were all promoted to serve under Riza Hawkeye, but they haven't changed a bit. Maria Ross was able to come back from Xing, to the great pleasure of Denny Brosh. Scieszka was promoted to Private 1st Class for her informational skills, she is also now the head of training in the military's Information Department. Rose was living with Winry and Pinako, but she fell prey to a horrible illness that eventually took her life.
"Too many people have been taken. Why can't I just have one wish for myself? I only wish Edward was here. That is all I need."
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Momo: This was a really, insanely, short chapter; I know. It was just to fill people in on what had happened since Ed and Al left. The next one will be much, much longer, I promise!
Ringo: Well, ya better start working on it, Momo-kun.
Momo: Of course! I will start on it as soon as I upload this one! It shall be released before the weekend is out! Rock Lee Sparkle Effect!!
Ringo: Whatever. I'm gonna go get some Ramen.
Momo: RAMEN!!?? I wanna eat Ramen! Runs after Ringo
Shokora: E-eto….Momo-kun, shouldn't you start on the next chapter. I mean….it may take awhile, and…and...you have Band rehearsal tomorrow….so maybe-
Ringo: Kami! You're too shy, Sho-chan.
Momo: Sho-chan has a point, you know. I will go start chapter 3 now. CoMMiTmEnt!!
