Edward (POV)

Life-Long Secrets

Edward (POV)

My eyes shot open surprised to see Winry's face that close, let alone her lips on mine. Then it all came back to me-the jumping in the ocean, Winry's terrified voice, trying to swim to the surface, and the blackness taking over me underwater. It was so confusing underwater, I just wanted to give up; hat was the easier resolution. Then all of a sudden, Winry's deep red face separated from mine, leaving a loud smacking noise that made her even redder.

At that point, I coughed, water coming out of my mouth. Winry's body was soaked, just like mine had been. And then I was suddenly not confused anymore; Winry had jumped in to save me- I was the one who put her life in danger. Why was I such an idiot?! I was the one who jumped in the freakin water! I was the one who forgot about my auto mail. I was the one who made Winry jump in after me-Al couldn't have saved me!! And I was the one who could've use alchemy to save both Winry and me!! I felt like screaming right now; I am such an idiot!!

Then suddenly Winry wrapped her arms around me tightly. It sounded like she was crying. My angry feelings vanished, so I hugged her back. I felt like crying too.

"Edward…you're safe…I'm so happy…" She sounded relieved, and that made me want to cry even more. Needless to say, tears started to stream down my cheeks. I didn't bother to wipe them away; I just wanted to stay in Winry's arms. I felt so ashamed of myself. I put her in danger!! All the things she has done for me, and my thanks is this?!

"Winry…I'm so, so sorry. So sorry, so sorry." That's all I managed to get out, since I had been sobbing. Then it was Al who had spoken.

"Sorry? Brother I hate to say this, but…shouldn't you be thanking her? She saved your life." His voice got softer. "Oh brother, I was worried the whole time. I wish I could've helped…"

I pulled away from Winry and cut him off. "You're sorry?? I could've used alchemy to save me!! I put Winry in danger, and all you can say is that you're sorry? I am the one who should be apologizing!!" I was never good at controlling my temper, but I felt that I needed to take the blame for this.

I turned to Winry. "Win, I'm sorry. I was so confused and-and…" I sighed.

"It's okay. I understand. I would never have left you like that to drown. Please, Edward. I'm just relieved that you're alive. You must have had a guardian angel looking over you."

Her voice was so soothing and comforting; but that only made me feel guiltier. I opened my mouth to protest, but Al beat me to the chase.

"Brother, I think I'm going to go back to the house now. I'll see you two soon." He had a smirk on his face; I wondered what he was thinking.

As Al walked away, I was relieved but embarrassed at the same time. I think I really like Winry, but I don't think she feels the same about me; I mean, I was always away! Anyway, this would not be the time to confess my love to her. I stared sheepishly at Winry, wondering what to say. I didn't want to have an argument about her saving me again.

So, I just stared at the sunset, the red, orange, and pink blending together beautifully. I hoped that she would say something to break the silence. And then, something broke my train of thought. Winry pulled my jaw so I was facing her. She looked like she was deciding something. Then, she did something that I could not believe; suddenly, my mouth was on hers. This kiss was like something I never would have dreamed. Even though I had no experience with this stuff, it felt as if I belonged here, with Winry.

Her lips were soft and warm; I never wanted to leave this. Her lips parted slightly, and I could taste her soothing scent. She sighed and started to pull away. I shook my head; I wasn't ready to stop. I leaned towards her again, holding the back of her neck and pulling her to me again. She seemed surprised but kissed me back. This time I pulled away to see her face. She was smiling slightly.

"Ed, I really don't want you to leave again." Her eyes were almost pleading. I sighed. Do we have to talk about this now? After the most amazing moment of my life just happened?

"Win, I have to leave sooner or later. I have to go back to central." Winry seemed annoyed, like that was the answer she had expected, just not the one she had hoped for. Win had always been so easy to read. Just by looking at her facial features, I could almost tell exactly what she was thinking.

"Can't you stay here and do your studies?"

"No! I need books!"

"We have books!!"

"The ones in central are the ones I need!"

"We'll buy them!"

"Well, what about my arm and leg?? Huh? I don't plan on having a metal arm and leg for the rest of my life!"

"It won't matter! I'll always be here to fix it!"

"BUT WHAT ABOUT AL!!"

At that I knew she wouldn't have anything to say. She could never fix Al. Al is determined to get his old body back. I could live with mine, but I would never do that to my brother. Her voice startled me.

"But Edward, I love you," she whispered.

I was speechless. For once in my life nothing was going on in my head. It was like she flipped off the switch to me or something. I don't know what I was thinking. Part of me was joyful; the other part guilty, because I knew I would have to leave her again.

"Edward, I have always loved you. I don't know how you feel about me, but I couldn't keep it a secret any longer. There's no other way to say it. I. Love. You."

"Winry…"

That was the only thing I could say, since my body couldn't function to say anything more. Winry turned away from me. I heard some soft, sobs. Oh no! I didn't mean to hurt her! And as I sat there speechless, the girl that I loved, that I kissed, was walking away.

"Wait! Winry!" There was only one thing I do to make her stop. I ran after her and whirled her around to face me. I forced myself upon her kissing her as passionately as I could. Caressing her against my chest I whispered, "I love you."

Winry's breathtakingly beautiful blue eyes stared up at me in disbelief.

"Y-y-you do?"

I sighed. I guess this was the time to confess my love for her.

"Yes. You're the only girl that has ever touched my heart. I don't think anybody ever will. You-you're the love of my life. I never thought that you felt that way about me too. And I'm thrilled…"

Winry looked at me, and it seemed like I haven't seen her all my life, because the way she looked; there was something different about her. There was a sparkle in her eye, as if a miracle happened to her. In this case, the miracle was me.

"Edward, I-I don't know what to say."

"Don't say anything." And then, she was in my arms again. We sat like that watching the sun set, never wanting to leave each other again.

A.N. Ohh!! It's getting intense!! I had a lot of fun writing this, but I couldn't have done it without LiebeEC28!! Thanks cuzz!!