Fandom: Fullmetal Alchemist/Harry Potter
Title: Mr. Elric
Part: 02 of 15
Genre: General
Rating: PG
Warning: Crossover
Spoilers: FMA anime (all); HP Book 5
Summary: Edward Elric from various points of view.
Chapter 02: Albus Dumbledore
Edward was first introduced to me by Nicholas's acquaintance, Hohenheim. His father mentioned his story and asked for assistance on helping him return home. I agreed, of course. After all, nothing would be more satisfying than helping a young man reunite with his loved ones. And all that aside, his tale of travel through different dimensions was most intriguing...
It was important for him to slip in and out of Hogwarts without arousing suspicion. Too many questions would be asked, ones we could not answer without giving away his entire story. And crossing dimensions, as Edward had, would no doubt prompt certain wizards to experiment on their own. The only two teachers I told were Minerva and Poppy. Minerva, because she could keep our feet anchored to the ground if anything occurred, and Poppy because Edward's prosthetic arm needed constant touch-ups.
Since his research was to be conducted main in the library, it would be sensible for him to hold post there. Madame Pince, the only one who would interact with him on a daily basis, was therefore the one who would probably ask the most questions. The porn could not have come at a better time. And I must say, I believe I am perfectly justified in sending her on a vacation. The poor lady hasn't taken a day off since before I was a transfiguration teacher.
Back to the plan; theoretically, it should have worked. In the end, it was Edward's face that foiled it. I suppose I should place more faith in the rumor mill of Hogwarts. Whispers rang through the hallways upon his first hour of arrival.
Otherwise, the scheme is working out perfectly. Our hope is that Edward will find a way home before it's too late. He does not know this, but the Gate has already closed in Hohenheim. We do not wish for the Gate within him to close as well.