Covered Eyes

"Hawkeye, do you know what day is today?" Roy looked up from his work.

"It's Friday today, as for the weather, you have to listen to the radio, sir," Riza paused for a moment, then continued in her work without much interruption.

"I don't mean the date, nor do I mean the weather, I mean, like, special events?" Roy put down his pen and looked at his Lieutenant again.

"No, sir, I do no think that there are any special event today," Riza spoke again, not stopping in her work at all, "is there anything wrong?"

"No, nothing," Roy twirled his pen for a while, and checked his calendar again.

He was sure that it was Riza's birthday was today, but she didn't seem to care about anything at all. Well, he did see her celebrate it thrice, but it's only when he was around to celebrate it for her when they were both children, otherwise, she didn't care at all. This year, he had to celebrate it for her, and make it the most memorable birthday she ever had. But first, he had to plan it.

Instead of his usual procrastinating, he spent his time 'wisely' on the planning, and still, his work was not done.

"Sir, I suggest that you do your work now," Riza looked up at her superior.

"I am," Roy continued scribbling on his notebook, planning every small detail.

"When I mean work, it means doing your paperwork," Riza sighed, "not scribbling useless stuff on your notebook."

"Just give me sometime," Roy said, not looking up from his notebook, "can you help me with the paperwork, please?"

"I suppose I could," Riza shook her head, "just a little bit."

"Thanks a lot!" Roy exclaimed.

Right after work, Roy ran out of the office, and went shopping for whatever he needed for the celebration. He wanted it to be held in Riza's apartment, but he could never manage to decorate it without her knowledge.

"I'd like to have 26 roses, thank you!" Roy smiled at the florist like a child who is about to receive some sweets.

"There you go," the florist smiled back, "for your girlfriend?"

"Not really my girlfriend," Roy smirked, "just a girl I liked since we were young."

"Good luck then" she laughed, handing the flowers over.

With all the items that he needed, Roy drove back to his apartment. Delighted that it was not in such a mess that he needed hours to clear up, he found cleaning tools in the storeroom, and started cleaning up a little.

Setting every required decoration, he picked up the phone, eager to ask Riza out.

"Hawkeye, I'm picking you up below your apartment at 9:30," Roy spoke immediately, "it's an order."

Sighing, Riza answered back, "yes sir, do I have to get anything for the meeting?"

"Just, dress up a little," Roy exclaimed into the phone, "okay?"

"Yes sir, understood," and she put down the phone. What could Roy be planning this time?

It was 8, good thing it's Friday, the soldiers could knock off at 5, leaving plenty of time for Roy's plans for the night.

Roy pulled out some of his old recipe books from the shelves, and went on to the kitchen, hoping to do a good job. He had to bake a cake as well, and he prayed not to screw up.

At 9:10, he finished all the cooking, and left them by the table. Steak, salad, soup, and some bread, with his best wine and a freshly baked cake, Roy was overjoyed at his accomplishment. Putting down his apron, he rushed to change into something presentable, and sped off to Riza's.

"So, sir, what is this meeting about?" Riza spoke, quirking an eyebrow.

"Just get into the car, no talk," Roy grinned.

"Okay sir," Riza said as she stepped into the vehicle.

As he drove, he could not help, but compliment on her looks, "Riza, you look beautiful tonight, you should dress up and put your hair down more."

Riza, still confused about the night, just nodded.

As he pulled over, he took out a piece of black cloth, and turned to Riza, smiling in excitement.

Looking out of the window, Riza broke the silence, "Sir isn't this your-"

Roy put a finger over her lips, and held up the cloth, blindfolding her, then leading her out of the car.

"Sir, what is this about?" Riza exclaimed, surprised at her superior's actions.

"Hush, just follow my lead," Roy smiled, grabbing her hand.

Riza followed silently as Roy guided her up the stairs, finally reaching a halt, and she heard the door open with a click. Pushing her into the house, Roy left her for a few seconds, and took down the blindfold.

Riza stared at her surroundings with shock. The room was filled with candles, streamers are seen around the house, and there was a banner saying 'Happy Birthday Riza Hawkeye!' She felt touched, and surprised at the same time, it was her birthday, she didn't even remember, and Roy was the only one who actually remembered it.

"Well, I decided that you needed to celebrate your birthday, and you don't seem to care, so I…" Roy's eyes darting away as he fidgeted.

"Well, you don't have to go this far sir, a simple 'happy birthday' would had done the job," Riza replied, a slight smile appeared on her face.

Upon hearing her reply, Roy pulled her to the table, and presented to her the dished he made earlier, earning yet again a very surprised look.

"You made all these? Are you sure they are edible?" Riza questioned as she poked the steak with the knife.

"My cooking skills improved!" Roy exclaimed, pouting as he spoke.

"I hope so," cutting a small bit and putting it into her mouth, "it actually tastes nice."

"I'm happy you like it!" Roy's pout turning into a wide grin.

After the dinner, Roy disappeared into the kitchen, reappearing with a cake. It was one of the most beautiful cakes Riza had ever seen, surprised at Roy's newly found cooking and baking skills.

"I made this too!" Roy boasted, lighting up the candles with his ignition gloves.

Riza made a wish and blew up the candles, then Roy started cutting a slice of each of them. Tears started to show on her face.

"What's wrong?" Roy asked, with Riza suddenly throwing herself on him, sobbing.

"Nothing, just that, I'm touched," Riza stuffed her face in his chest.

He then bent down and brought his lips to hers. Luckily, she did not resist. They stood there, savouring the moment of closeness they then shared.

A/N: I went off topic a little :P But there was still the part where Roy blindfolded her! It matches the topic! :x