Title:The Sky of Our Yesterday and Tomorrow
Genre: Romance, Drama, Action, Supernatural, and all that's going to appear...
Pairing: RoyxRiza
Disclaimer: I don't own Fullmetal Alchemist.

Chapter 10: Revelations. Reunions. Resolve.

''Sir... The train...'' Havoc was more scared of what's going on in his chief's mind rather what he might do to them. This might give him heart attack already.

''Just... Drive... Faster...'' was all that Mustang can say. He was afraid, yes- he can't lose her again　and yet this happens. He tries with his best be calm even if its hard. The sound of the engine was all that everyone in the car could hear. No words could possibly make Mustang relieved except the sight of the lieutenant safe and sound- all of his subordinates knew that.

30 minutes later, they arrive at the burning train. The fire was almost out by the village's firemen. Ambulances were already there as well. Fuery and Falman quickly went to check the ambulances if the lieutenant was already there. Armstrong together with Havoc and Breda went to ask the people there and investigated the area as well. Mustang and the Elric brothers went inside the train.

The three went one train car after another, until Roy laid a foot on the floor of the third one- a creepy chuckle echoed throughout the train.

''Who are you?! Show yourself!'' Al shouted.

''Finally, colonel.. Took you awhile to reach me. You even brought the Elric brothers, how pleasant.''

''Show yourself you f*cking bastard!'' Ed demanded.

''Pride! Stop this nonsense!'' Roy yelled, trying to contain his anger. The two brothers look at him with disbelief.

''Did you already lose it Colonel?!'' Ed joked.

''Colonel, I know you already explained but that's a mere suspicion...'' Al trying to reason.

''Elric brothers, what the colonel is saying is true. Impressive Colonel. You are a worthy soldier and sacrifice.'' Pride ends with a laugh.

''Where's Riza?! Don't you dare touch her!'' Roy shouted again with anger, but the only response he got was an annoying chuckle. Roy started to ran, and the Elric Brothers immediately followed.

A few minutes later, the three arrives at the last train car. At the end they saw Riza who was unconscious on the floor and Cliff who had his back facing the three.

''Cliff? Are you okay? And Riza?..'' Roy asked with skeptism and caution. But Cliff only started to laugh with Pride's voice.

''And here I thought you were impressive colonel.'' then he faced them. Cliff looked different- he looked wicked and evil, he had shadows emitting from his body.

''Pride! What did you do with Cliff?!'' demanded Roy.

''I thought investigations were supposed to be one of a soldier's area of expertise? Can't you see? Haven't you already figured it out? Who do you think caused all of those murders in Central and in the East?!'' Pride just laughed and laughed.

Roy can't really believe that his suspicions of this guy were right all along. No words came out of his mouth. The Elric Brothers were still confused, waiting for an explanation.

''Cliff did all of those murders on my order! Of course, without me he wouldn't be able with his goody-good soul. Three years ago, the Fuhrer, Wrath rather, engaged a campaign to the borders of the country to eliminate unwanted citizens, mostly the Ishvalans. But the true purpose was to see if we could multiply our number, the homonculus in this expedition using only ourselves. We were about to go back empty handed when we found this an, ready to die in the forest fire, thanks to Kimblee's bombs. We were also supposed to use the girl that was with him but she was already dead. And so, I detached a small part of me and placed it on his body through his wounds. Thanks to me, he was able to recover, in fact his very fragile body improved greatly because of me. In exchanged, I weakened and he surpassed being taken over by me. I needed time to get strength again. And so, after years, I finally manage to control him, even though he was resisting I was able to make him do my bidding. But I must say, for a weak body, he has a strong mind.'' hearing this, the three were really enraged; it was like throwing gas into fire.

''And so'' Pride continued. '' He started to do those murders to supply me with life and strength until I can manage already. The time when you 'killed' me Colonel, there was still a part of me that remained and went to reunite with me in this body. That is why I know what happened. It so happens that your little lieutenant here was found by me and had amnesia. I though it was the perfect chance to hurt and kill you, losing your love. I'm not dense Colonel, I know. I was the one who suggested Wrath to make her the hostage for you. But even though, she doesn't have her memory, she can't really forget you. And so, I made an explosion with Kimblee's alchemy which I gained from devouring him. How convinient.''

Roy could no longer hold his rage, he put on his glove but before he could snap and produce his lethal flames, the Elric brothers seize his arms.

''Bastard! Have you really lost it?!'' Ed trying to shout some sense in him.

''Colonel! You'll burn all of us up if you try to kill him here!'' Al said with a strong reasoning voice.

With the colonel calmed down, the Elric Brothers clap their hands and transmuted the wood around Pride like pointy spears but Pride disappears with his shadows.

''I will let you have her first colonel. Better say your goodbye now while I'm gathering some more power.'' and Pride's voice trailed off.

Roy quickly rushed to Riza's side. Ed and Al followed calmly. Roy took Riza in her arms, she looked fine, just unconscious. They got out of the train as quickly as they could, Pride's plan must be stopped at all costs. As soon as they got out of the train, Roy quickly called for Armstrong and he along with the other subordinates quickly approached him.

''Major! You need to get to the next village as soon as you can! You have to leave right this moment. Ed will explain the details on your way there.'' Roy commanded.

''M-me?! Hey, colonel! What are you talking about?! Why can't Al go or come with us?!'' Ed complained.

''Brother!'' Al whinned.

''We don't have time Fullmetal. Besides, it looks like you wanted more action. Besides, this is payback for your cracks earlier.''

''You!'' But before Ed could continue to curse the colonel, the Major hugged him, more like squashed him.

''Oh Edward Elric! Its been long since we've worked together!'' the Major said with his tears and sparkles. Everyone gave a laugh, Breda and Havoc laughed the loudest. Falman couldn't stop himself from laughing too. Fuery just chuclkled with his kind face and Roy just smirked.

''Havoc. Breda. And Falman. Cut it. You three are coming too.'' Roy added. The three immediately stopped laughing and left their mouths hanging.

''M-me?! But sir! You know I'm more of a desk guy!'' Falman trying to object.

''Didn't Olivia promoted you back then up in the north? I believe your combat skills will come handy for the Major. '' with that said, Falman was dragged in tears and the four of them left. Roy and the others headed for an inn where they could lay Riza down and all of them rest and make preparations.

Roy lay Riza down on the bed. Al and Fuery left the two of them and went out in the village to see if they can gather more supplies they will need. Roy stayed on Riza's side and didn't leave or sleep for a moment. He just held her hand gently. An hour and a half later, it was almost sunset when Riza slowly opened her eyes.

''W-where am I? What happened? And Cliff.. he...'' Riza slowly said but with fear in her voice.

''Calm down.'' Roy started. ''You're safe now. We're here in the village inn. Do you remember that the train you were on was caught in an explosion?''

''Yes... It was... Cliff... I passed out because I was thrown and I hit the wall.. Cliff... Where is he? What happened?''

''He...'' Roy was having difficulty on how to start. But he had to tell her everything. And so, he told her everything that has happened from the moment they arrive, Cliff's revelations, up to the plan to stop and kill Pride.

''Oh.. So I was right then...''

''You knew?!''

''I was suspicious on his 'night trips' when were at Central. He was weird at times as well.''

His lieutenant and himself had the same suspicion all this time. It was like the old days when he didn't have to tell Riza everything as she already got it. It already goes without saying.

''I see. So by the way.. How are you feeling?'' Roy asked.

''I'm fine now. So, we're going to the next village to confront Pride now, right?''

''Yes. We just need to finish the preparations and- wait. W-we?''

''Isn't it obvious I'm going.'' hearing her words Roy thought that her memories may have come back.

''R-riza? Do you remember everything now?'' Roy asked with hope in his heart

''I'm sorry... I still don't remember. Forgive me.'' she didn't know why, but she was awfully guilty of not remembering.

''You can't go then. You need to rest. Besides, you won't be able to do anything there. You'll just be in everyone's way.'' Roy was disappointed, yes. He didn't want her to go for safety reasons and because she can't remember as well.

''I can use guns can't I? Besides, just because I can't remember what I have forgotten, doesn't mean I can't go. You are being to unfair Mr. Mustang.'' she answered him with a calm but strong voice. No one spoke for a while.

''Look'' Riza finally breaks the silence. ''I have already accepted, back in the train, no, even before that, that I am not Michelle. I am not Cliff's fiancée. And I... could be Lieutenant Riza Hawkeye..'' saying the name felt weird for her. (saying your own name is always weird!) Roy's eyes widened with this.

''But..'' she continued. ''There are still endless possibilities... So.. I still don't know. I'm sorry...''

No one said another word, Roy held Riza's hand tightly and Riza held his too. After a few minutes Riza got up and told Roy that he would go find some more appropriate clothes for combat. Fighting in a long white skirt isn't exactly going to help. When she opened the door, she found Fuery and Al who panicked the moment they saw the Lieutenant and Roy.

''Ahhh..'' it was the only thing that came out from Fuery's mouth. He was scared of Mustang already but he was more scared at the lieutenant. He tries to recall how he and Al convinced themselves to eavesdrop. It wasn't in their character, but in the end, they can't help themselves but to listen.

''I'm going to find some clothes. Could you accompany me?'' Riza said to Alphonse.

''S-sure.'' Al answered quickly and they left. Now, it was only Fuery and Mustang in the room, and Fuery already wanted to burst in tears.

''So.... You were listening sergeant. ''

''Sir! Forgive me!'' Fuery apologized.

After 30 minutes, Riza and Al came back. The moment Riza entered the room, Roy couldn't take his eyes off her, his mouth just dropped and a nosebleed almost came. Fuery blushed immediately as she saw the lieutenant. Riza was out of her white long skirt and pretty blouse with matching heels. She was now wearing a short sleeved dark brown shirt in shorts. In shorts... that's what hit Roy the most... Riza Hawkeye in dark olive green short shorts? Her hair was clipped just like the old times.

''Well. There weren't any more appropriate clothes in my size for this occasion. Anyway, you have guns right? You should have?'' Riza said looking at Roy, but Roy looked as if he was almost salivating, he would have if Fuery didn't tap him out of staring continuously at Riza.

''Oh.. Y-yes! They are h-hot, I mean there are guns in the car. There are even sniper riffles in there.'' Riza eyed at him for awhile but decided to let it slip.

All of them went inside the vehicle. Fuery decided to drive as the Colonel didn't get any sleep. Al took the front seat thinking that it would make up their eavesdropping, and he didn't want to get in the way of the two. They headed towards the next town. It was already evening. Roy held on to Riza's hands, she held them back. When she looked at Roy he was already asleep, his head leaning to the window. Riza moved his head to her lap so he could rest better, after all it was because of her that he didn't sleep. After fixing Roy's position she continued to hold his hand, then she noticed the gloves he is wearing, it was exactly the same one as the one with her. The proof of her past was right in her eyes, but why can't she still remember? Meanwhile, Roy was smiling inside. He was not really asleep, just resting. He was in his lieutenant's laps, and they were very soft. And also, this gave him more hope that she would soon remember everything.

They soon reached the village. It was deserted; it looked like a ghost town. As they drove slowly, an explosion in the outskirts of the town was heard. It was definitely the sign of battle. Fuery speeded up immediately. As they reached the exit, they saw the vehicle that the others used, Falaman and an arm injured Armstrong is also present. As soon as the car stopped, the four immediately got down and went to them. Fuery help Falman treat the Major with their First Aid kit.

''What happened?'' Mustang asked.

''Pride summoned some of his minions.'' the Major said while in pain.

''They were in form of humans, sir. You have to kill them several times before they go down. '' Falman added.

''What about Brother?'' Al asked worriedly

''He's fighting with Havoc and Breda. The Major was swarmed by those shadows that's why he got injured.'' Falman said.

''Fuery! Stay here with the Major. Michelle, you have to stay too.'' Mustang ordered.

''No'' she answered him calmly

''What?''

''No.''

''This is not the time to be stubborn.''

''We already talked about this, Sir. I'm going.'' she called him 'Sir' for the first time she had her amnesia. Roy was surprised inside.

They didn't argue anymore and just went in to the car. Mustang drove as fast as he could. Riza was making sure her guns were all set. Al was worried about Ed. As they drove, more and more signs of battle were seen, notably Ed's transmutations, they couldn't possibly miss that. Soon they reached the battlefield. As soon as they got down the shadows started to attack them. They fought back using guns. Pride's minions were certainly annoying. They didn't go down immediately. Al and Roy's bullets were almost out, while Riza used only 6 of them.

''Brother!'' Al called out.

''Hey Al! Give me a hand here.'' Ed was fighting four of those shadows with his alchemy. Al rushed to him immediately.

''Yo Chief!'' it was Havoc calling him from the forest entrance with Breda. The two of them were using the bushes as cover. Their ammos and guns are not going to last.

''How is the situation?'' Roy asked.

''We killed lots but as you can see, there's still more of them. And we're almost out of ammo.'' Breda reported.

''There's more in the car.'' Riza told them.

''Take out the first aid kit too, we may need it already. Where's Pride , by the way?'' Roy added.

''He's by the cliff sir. I think he's waiting for you.'' Havoc said.

Roy and Riza headed there. They killed some of his minions along t he way. When they reached the cliff, they saw Pride.

''Finally Mustang. You made me wait. I thought you will never come. ''

''Pride!''

''Do you remember this place? This is where you 'defeated' me. But tonight, it is you who will die while s-suffer-'' Pride didn't manage to finish his sentence. He shouted shouting in pain while holding his head.

''M-michelle.'' it was Cliff.

''Cliff! Is that you?'' Riza called out.

''You m-must kill me now. H-hurry.'' Cliff continued. Riza could no longer watch him. She rushed to his side. Roy just remained there watching even though he didn't really want to.

''Cliff! There is still a way!''

''No! Kill me now. I was supposed to be dead three years ago. This monster just mad me live. And I am sorry for e-everything.'' Cliff dropped to his knees.

Riza continued to shake Cliff up. Roy started to feel uneasy. Then he noticed something on the ground, there was a shadow slowly emerging and approaching Riza. Cliff's face started to laugh.

''C-cliff?''Riza said.

''Riza! Watch out!'' Roy shouted as he ran to cover her.

The shadow tentacle was fast approaching her.

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Chapter 10 End

Author's Notes: This is the last for the day. I've already uploaded 5 chapters today! *phew. I hope these are all worth it. Please review. Let me know what you think. Every thought matters. The earliest update will be Friday, if I finish early and if I'm not that tired. Wish me luck with the exams. And please pray that I enter the state university of our country. I still don't have a college you see. Hahaha. That's all. For now. v^.^v