A/N Yay! I'm finally updating! CAPTAINS LOG: DAY 1 For the past month or so I've been distracted by small shiny objects in the corner of my room. God knows what they are, but it seems every time I try to update... they enchant me with their mystical glare... I can't help but to think my ADHD and overactive imagination have been the cause of my inability to focus. I really should start taking that medication again. CAPTAINS LOG: DAY 2 I have decided to update this story whenever it is convenient, but at least once a month. I also do not own FmA.

(Weirdest. A/N. Ever.)

007. Crime and Punishment

It had been a good day. Even if it was relatively uneventful. Riza actually enjoyed the time she had off more than she cared to admit. So as a nice topper to this peaceful day, she listened to music. She had chosen her favorite record, and was now lounging on the couch. Each song she listened to sent a new wave of emotion to drown her. Riza really loved music. She had memorized this record. After this next song, it would reach her favorite, but also the most melancholy. And just as her eyes fluttered shut... there was a solid knocking at her door.

She sighed and got to her feet, dragging herself to the door, Hayate at her heels. Who? At this hour? She paused in front of the door, glancing down at her dog. "So Hayate, how much do you want to bet it's the General?" he wagged his tale, "WOOF!"

She opened the door, "Sir! What a surprise." Roy grinned at her sarcasm, " It's nice to see you too, Riza." Though slightly caught off guard by the lack of formality, she wouldn't let that faze her.

"So why the sudden visit, Roy"

"Just wanted to make sure you survived the day off," He moved a little closer to her, his playful tone masking his underlying sincerity.

She rolled her eyes, "Chivalrous as always. Do you want to come in?" she stepped back, allowing him in to her apartment. Hayate barked in excitement as Roy bent down to pat him on the head. It was while he was telling Hayate how he was 'such a good boy' that he finally noticed the music playing. He smirked.

Riza was busying her self by rummaging through the cabinets, "Would you like something to drink? I have tea, coffee, water-"

"No thanks, I'm not really thirsty right now. Would you like to dance?" He resisted the urge to laugh when she froze and stiffly turned to face him, arms crossed, eyebrow raised. He sauntered over to her, a winning smile across his face.

Riza's eyes narrowed, "And just what makes you think that is a good idea?"

"Oh, nothing. Its just two friends in a strictly 'platonic' relationship, dancing in an apartment, at night, alone. Nothing wrong with that, right?" he said with a shrug. His hands slowly came up from his sides, to rest on her hips.

She could allow herself this, couldn't she? Just this one song. That's it. She wouldn't let Roy seduce her this time! Just this one song. That's it. Nothing more. As the first notes of her favorite song filled the apartment, she cracked a smile. " Okay."

They swayed at a slow pace, gliding around the room. She was becoming increasingly aware of how they where becoming closer by the moment. One of his hands now resting on the small of her back, and her own hands, which formerly rested on his shoulders, had found each other behind his neck. By the end of the song, their bodies where pressed close together, her head resting under his chin. They stood there for a moment, just liking the feeling of being close to each other. Then Riza broke the silence by saying, "You could have called. You didn't have to come over."

He chuckled softly, "But its much harder to seduce you over the phone." Riza smiled against his neck. I knew it! But he won't get away with that... Her lips lightly trailed up his neck and traced along his jawline. Her warm breath fanned over his face, and she could feel the triumph radiating off him as her mouth brushed against his ear. She smirked and whispered, "There is no way your sleeping here tonight."

A/N From the moment I started this theme, I knew I wanted Roy to get rejected XD Its just so fun writing playful Roy and Riza. CAPTAINS LOG: DAY 3 'Crime and Punishment' is the name of a song on the Brotherhood OST, and one of my favorite songs. Also, if there are any fellow viola players out there, I transposed 'Crime and Punishment' for viola (its an octave lower than the original violin piece, but it is way easier that way) so if you want the sheet music, just let me know and I'll see if I can get it too you!

Reviews are welcome and greatly appreciated! (-x-)