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Chapter 1

When Riza Hawkeye wakes up, she notices the light glaring down on her. She moves her head away so that her eyes can readjust. That is when she realizes that she is strapped to a table. She does not know how she ended up here and tries to remember what had happened.

She recalls being in Ishval, reuniting with her father's old apprentice on the field before she returned to her post. She remembers her post hiding in an abandoned building, scoping out for targets. Finally, she remembers shooting down an Ishvalan before he can attack Roy. That is when the explosion happens behind her. She turns her head to see it coming towards her. She isn't given a chance to react when her back and left side of her face take the brunt of the explosion. After that, everything went dark.

"She's awake," a voice purred.

A woman in a black dress steps out. Riza notices a tattoo on her sternum and recognizes it as the Ouroboros from her father's alchemy books.

"Ohhh, can I eat her? Can I? Can I?"

A stout, bald man comes up next to the woman, staring at Riza hungrily as he sticks a finger in his mouth. The woman pets his head affectionately, "No, Gluttony. Father needs her."

"Who are you people? What do you want with me?" Riza questions.

"You don't get to ask questions here, human," a third voice says. A person with long, wispy hair comes and sneers at her, "I can't wait for the show to get started."

A booming voice comes, "That's enough, Envy." All three people stiffen and turn to see a blond, bearded man walking towards Riza. He stops next to the table and leans over to look at Riza.

"Riza Hawkeye, out of all the candidates, you are chosen to be bestowed an honor. With your skills and growing reputation, I have deemed you worthy. Now, the question is: are you strong enough to become my Wrath?"

A man in a lab coat walks up to the table. He smiles gleefully, revealing his gold tooth as he holds up a syringe. Riza eyes him apprehensively, "What are you going to do to me?"

"Oh, don't worry. This will be over soon," the gold-toothed man coos. He plunges the needle into her arm and injects the red fluid.

Riza feels as if cold water has washed over her body. However, the feeling quickly leaves as it is replaced with shear burning sensation. She screams as she twists and turns against her restraints. Her fingers curl at the table as she bleeds out. She can feel her insides being torn apart. She can feel the thousands of tormented souls fighting for control. Out of the cacophony of voices, one is loud and clear.

Tell me, what has angered you?

She remembers the parts of her life in which she felt such an emotion that she would quickly suppress. Her anger at her father for taking advantage of her devotion by tattooing his research onto her back. At Roy for his use of flame alchemy in the war. And most of all, at herself for all the lives she had taken.

If you wish to live, give in. Embrace it. Your fury.

She wakes up to find the doctor peering at her. He smiles excitedly, "It's a success."

She finds herself still restrained onto the table. However, she also finds that she cannot recollect what had led up to this.

"Look at me, child."

She looks at the blond man on the other side of the table. He looks at her critically, trying to look for any flaws.

"It appears that the operation did not heal the damage from the explosion. A pity. We cannot salvage the tattoo on your back. I suppose it should be no surprise that we cannot fix what has already been damaged before the operation. No matter, we will move forward. Do you know who I am, my child?"

"Yes, you are my Father," she says automatically.

Father nods in satisfaction. However, the new homunculus is still confused from her lack of memories.

"Who am I, Father?"

"You are Wrath. You inhabit the body of Riza Hawkeye. Do you not have her memories?"

She opens her mouth to respond no, but freezes when Hawkeye's memories all come back to her.

"You saying her name has triggered them back, Father."

"Good, then we have no other drawbacks."

The doctor released the restraints. Wrath sat up, swinging her legs off the table and got off. She sees the three other homunculi in front of her and recognizes them: Lust, Gluttony, and Envy.

Envy gives her an once-over and scoffs. They turn around and walk away, not bothering to give her a welcome. On the other hand, Gluttony waddles to her and hugs her. Wrath isn't sure how to respond.

"Look, Lust! Wrath's back!" Gluttony says with childlike excitement.

"That's right, Gluttony," Lust purrs as she pats his back. "Now, let her go. She looks scared stiff," she chuckles.

Wrath narrows her eyes at Lust, feeling insulted. Ignoring her glare, Lust walks up to her, only stopping when she is a few inches away. She places a hand on Wrath's face. She runs it down to her shoulder and then all the way to her hand. Wrath remained impassive as Lust lifts her hand and inspects it.

Giving a hum of approval, Lust lets go of the hand, "I like this body better than the old Wrath's. It makes me almost envious. If it was me who was killed, I would have had it."

"Careful, Lust. You're close to Envy's domain," Wrath said warningly.

Unfazed, Lust chuckles and steps away. Wrath realizes what Lust had said.

"There was another Wrath before me?"

"Yes, he was the leader of this nation. Unfortunately, he was killed due to an assassination. He escaped but his lack of regenerative abilities proved to be his downfall," Father answered. "Speaking of which, hold out your hand."

Wrath held out her hand and let Father cut it. She watched the red sparks as the cut healed itself.

"Good, you are an even better success than your predecessor."

Wrath wonders why Father had chosen this specific human to be her host. Riza Hawkeye is only a cadet. Compared to the Wrath before her, her role seemed insignificant.

"Why did you choose her, Father? What does she have that is so useful?"

"Patience, my child. I will tell you. But first, we must begin to prepare you. You are returning to the battlefield."

According to Father, Riza Hawkeye had been gaining fame as a top sniper, earning the nickname 'Hawk's Eye'. He believed that this reputation could be taken advantage of. Just like the first Wrath had done, she was to build it up so that she could have influence in the military. It was planned for her to rise through the ranks. Ideally, she could become the Fuhrer, but it would not be realistic with her age. Instead, they settled for her to raise her status enough so that she will have the freedom to operate for Father without suspicion. It especially helped that Hawkeye's skill sets went well with Wrath's Ultimate Eye.

Like the one before her, Wrath has to wear an eyepatch to hide her Ultimate Eye. The damage from the explosion had proven to be a blessing in disguise. It turned out that the explosion had left a jagged scar running down the left side of her face and over the eye. While the eyepatch hid the eye, it did not hide the scar. It would help strengthen the cover that her eye is missing.

After preparations are complete, Father sends Wrath back to Ishval. Hawkeye has been gone for two months, presumably to heal from the wounds she got from the explosion. She has only been in the camp for a short time when someone already recognizes her.

"Riza?" a young man whispers hoarsely. He looks at her as if he has seen a ghost. Wrath recognizes him as Roy Mustang from Hawkeye's memories.

She salutes him, "Major Mustang."

He walks up to her and stops a few feet away from her. "You're alive. After that explosion, I thought…"

"I'm alive and well, sir. I was gone because I had to let my wounds heal."

Mustang nodded. He ran his eyes up and down her body, as if making sure that she was indeed real. He notices her eyepatch and widens his eyes, "Your eye. It's…"

Wrath winces, "Yes, not everything healed unfortunately."

Mustang runs a hand through his hair, "Damn, I'm so sorry, Riza. I should have done more to protect you." Wrath can see the guilt and despair on his face. She feels oddly sympathetic towards him. It must be due to Hawkeye's attachment to him.

Wrath replies with what she believes Hawkeye would have said, "It's not your fault, Major. You couldn't have known that the explosion would happen. Besides, it's what I deserve for everything I've done."

Mustang gives her a mournful look, "No, Hawkeye. You of all people don't deserve any of this."

Wrath isn't sure what to say to that. All she can do is give him a sad look, hoping that it is what Hawkeye would have done. The bell saves her, signaling the soldiers to return to their posts. She takes her rifle and turns to leave.

"I'm glad you're alive, Hawkeye," Mustang calls out. Wrath stops and turns her head. After giving him a long look, she nods and walks away.

The war escalates and drags on. The death of Fuhrer King Bradley is pinned onto the Ishvalans, giving the military a new reason to carry out Order 3066. General Gardner, one of Father's pawns, is made the new Fuhrer.

As Father commands, Wrath becomes more well-known as the Hawk's Eye. Her shooting record becomes unprecedented for a cadet. She is not the only one gaining notoriety. Roy Mustang is becoming known as the Hero of Ishval. Through her scope, she watches as he uses flame alchemy to bring swift ends to his victims. She can see his guilt every time he does so.

To her irritation, she feels a twinge of sadness every time she sees the despair eating at him. It seems that Riza Hawkeye is not gone at all. Through her memories, her emotions bleed into Wrath. She does not like the implication and refuses to even consider it. After all, she is a homunculus. She is a perfect being made by Father.

Despite her slight anger, she finds that she does enjoy Roy's company. She knows that he takes comfort in hers. He admits to her that knowing that she is alive helps him get through the war. He tells her of his ambitions of climbing to the top so that he can change the country for the better.

She both admires and pities his determination. She knows that climbing to the top will not be possible for him unless he joins in Father's plans. Wrath especially knows that Roy will not join them. So she stays silent and leaves him to his aspirations.

Thanks to Roy's alchemy, he brings a fast end to the war when he stops the struggle in Dahlia. After Fuhrer Gardner gives a speech for their bravery and heroism, the soldiers get ready to go back.

The night before they leave, Roy and Wrath sit next to each other as they watch the stars. Roy tells Wrath that he is going to be promoted to Lieutenant Colonel when they come back. He asks her to work for him when she leaves the academy.

"I'm afraid I'll have to refuse, sir."

Roy blinks in surprise, "I see. May I ask why?"

Wrath looks at him, "I already have job lined up at Central and…"

She didn't need to tell him that said job was actually working for Father and making sure that his plans will proceed. She turns her head away from him to look at the stars.

"…I have my own ambitions," she finishes. She also didn't need to let him know that her ambitions were to make sure he will live through the Promised Day.

When she finishes telling her reason, she feels her hand tremble beside her on the sand. The familiar feeling of irritation runs through her body. She just can't seem to shake Riza Hawkeye off her.

They separate after that night. She goes back to Central while he is assigned to Eastern Command. She is somewhat relieved. Hawkeye's attachment to him bothers her despite the fact the Wrath likes having him around. The more distance between them, the better she can operate for Father.

Even then, his presence is not completely gone. It comes in the form of Maes Hughes, Roy's best friend. He is also assigned to Central to work in the Investigations Office. He loves to barge in while she is working and sit with her during lunch. He especially loves to gush about his girlfriend and how he's really, really, really, absolutely positive that she is the one. He would then proceed to show her his array of pictures of Gracia. Strangely, Wrath is not even irritated by this. Instead, she is amused by how the human can form such an infatuation. Humans are truly strange. She does wonder why Hughes seems intent on striking up a friendship with her. She asks him this.

"The truth is that Roy asked me to watch over you. The war left a mark on all of us."

"I see," Wrath replies.

"Besides, I want to get to know the woman he's attached to. He used to talk about you occasionally back in the academy and he was lost when he thought the explosion killed you."

"Is that so?" Wrath feels a confusing mixture of fondness and annoyance. She knows that she feels annoyed that Mustang will have an eye on her. She doesn't want to think about why she feels the fondness towards him. She stands up and picks up her tray. She tells Hughes, "Tell the Lieutenant Colonel that I appreciate his concern."

With that, she leaves to put away the tray.

As the years go by, everything goes according to Father's plan for Wrath. With her fame among the soldiers, she steadily rises through the ranks all the way to Captain. Assigned under General Raven, she is finally given the freedom to work for Father without suspicion.

She is not only well known with the soldiers but also with the citizens. She makes sure to play the good soldier and helps with any citizens in need, increasing her popularity. It gets to the point where the media sing praises about her, the soldiers are more than willing to listen to her command without question, and citizens recognize her on the streets. She becomes just as loved as her predecessor had been.

Apparently, she is not the only young hotshot. Maes lets her know that Roy is also making himself known back in Eastern Command. He is being promoted to Colonel.

"I'm proud of you, you know. For how far you've come," Roy tells her during a call. He calls her occasionally to check on her and Wrath doesn't see the harm in it. After all, she can still keep some distance away from him while keeping updates on one of Father's potential sacrifices.

"Thank you, sir. I believe a congratulation is in order for you, Colonel"

"Ah yes, they just can't enough of me. So, it turns out I'll be visiting Central in a few days."

"Oh? Why is that?"

"I've recruited someone to become a State Alchemist. I'm escorting him to his exam."

"I see. What is his name?" Wrath never told Roy that she is actually part of the board that oversees the exam and is scheduled to evaluate potential alchemists in a few days.

"Edward Elric. He's only twelve years old, but I was told he's a prodigy."

"Twelve years old? That is highly unusual."

"I know. I'm interested to see what he can do in the practical exam."

"I am too. Well, I must go now. I'll see you in a few days, Colonel."

"And I'll see you, Captain."

Wrath put the phone back onto the hook. Turning around, she isn't surprised to see a soldier watching her. He gives her a gleeful smile as if he caught her sneaking a hand in a cookie jar. She knows who he is.

Envy.

Father summons her the next day. She has no doubt that Envy told him about her being in contact with Roy.

She bows her head to him, "Father."

"Wrath, Envy has informed me you have been maintaining a… relationship with the Flame Alchemist."

"I have no attachment to him if that is what Envy told you."

"Oh?"

"I believe him to be a potential sacrifice for you, Father. Not only that, he has also been charged with recruiting State Alchemists. Through him, I can keep track of prospective resources."

Father raises his eyebrows, "So you truly believe this will be beneficial to us?"

"Yes, Father."

"Very well," Father leans back into his throne. "I will allow you to pursue this. You are dismissed."

"Thank you, Father."

She leaves his room and enters the tunnels that lead back to Headquarters. She finds Envy glaring at her, disappointed that she went unpunished. Wrath glares back at them, "Just what were you trying to accomplish?"

"Tch, I just wanted to see Father put you in your place. Or better yet, decommission you."

Wrath raises an eyebrow. She and Envy never got along. She knew Envy especially disliked her for her human origin. However, they were willing hold back for the sake of Father's plan. Wrath wondered what had she had done to make Envy target her.

She feels arms embracing her from behind. She remains unmoved when Lust purrs into her ear, "Oh my, Envy's jealous of you. You see, Father has been pleased with you lately. I suppose it was only natural that Envy reacts this way."

Envy glares at Lust while Wrath rolls her eyes. Lust was always like this with her. She would flirt shamelessly even though Wrath never gave a response to any of her advances. Wrath steps out of Lust's arms and gives Envy a warning look.

"I don't care about what you think of me. But if you get in my way, you interfere with Father's plan. Do this again and I'll make sure he decommissions you. Am I clear?"

Envy gave her a hateful look. "Crystal," they replied through their teeth.

"Good. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to prepare for some exams in a few days."

As she walks away from them, she tries to steady her trembling hands and suppress the rage bubbling inside.

She meets Roy again when she comes to evaluate Edward Elric in the practical exam. Out of the corner of her eye, she can see that he is surprised to see her.

She stands on the small platform, flanked by two other proctors. She observes the young boy before her, "I see you have an automail arm."

He rubbed his prosthetic arm, "Yeah, I lost my arm from the eastern conflict."

Wrath nods sympathetically, "I see, you had a hard time from Ishval as well."

The boy looks and points at her, "Who are you exactly?"

The soldier beside him hisses, "You idiot! That's Captain Riza Hawkeye! She's a hero!"

Edward turns to look at her critically, "Hmph."

Unfazed, Wrath gives a reassuring smile, "You may begin."

He proceeds to transmute a spear and Wrath notices a certain detail. The boy is transmuting without a circle. While everyone in the room watch in awe, Wrath stays calm. She doesn't show that she is pleased with what she is seeing for she knows what it means.

Edward Elric has committed human transmutation, meaning that Wrath has found a sacrifice for Father. Indeed, Father will be pleased to hear this. Then, Edward charges at her with the spear. The soldiers along with the two other proctors react by drawing their guns. She raises her hand to stop them, unmoved even with the spear pointing at her face.

"You know, some people might see this as a way to assassinate a celebrity. You might want to rethink how you conduct these exams," Edward says.

Unbothered, Wrath signals the soldiers to lower their weapons. She gives the boy a small smile, "You got guts. That's good, but you still have a lot to learn."

She turns to leave the room. She smirks in amusement when she hears the boy shout as his spear falls apart. No doubt, he finally realizes that she had drawn her sword during his attack. When Wrath leaves the room, she hears a familiar voice, "It's a pleasure to see you again, Captain Hawkeye."

She sheathes her sword and turns to face Roy. She salutes him, "Colonel."

"At ease, soldier." Wrath relaxed as Roy eyed her sword, "So you've taken up sword fighting."

Resting her hand on the hilt, she shrugged, "I thought I might add more to my skill sets." In reality, the only thing she remembered from the first Wrath was his skills in sword fighting. She thought it would be a waste not to put them to use, so she integrated them slowly over the years.

"I think it suits you. So… you didn't tell me you are part of the examination board."

"I couldn't have people thinking I show favoritism towards you."

"Fair enough." His eyes soften, "How is everything?"

"My job keeps me busy, but I have Maes to keep me company."

Roy chuckles, "I bet his pictures of Gracia and Elicia keep you company as well."

Wrath gives a small smile, "About twenty of them."

He gives a full-blown laughter. Wrath can't help but feel more at ease. She doesn't even feel irritated. It must be because of her good mood from the exam. After calming down, Roy sighed flippantly, "I'll have to stop by to see him. He'll give me an earful if I don't. But before I do that, how about we have dinner? For old time's sake?"

Wrath is especially pleased with what she has seen in the exam. She knows that she has proven to Father that keeping in touch with Roy is indeed helpful. It would be wasteful to ruin her good mood, "Sure, I don't see why not."

She reminds herself to report the good news to Father later.

I got into FMA: Brotherhood and I regret not getting into it sooner. I've read fics where other characters become one of the homunculus and thought it would be interesting to see Riza as Wrath. I hope I characterized her well.

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