1Familia
"Do not care how far you must go...as long as you are sure, your heart will find a home"
I sighed, looking out the window. The clouds and the sky, were gold. I've always loved the sunrise, it always reminded me of a new tomorrow.
I looked over at the heavy weight leaning on my shoulder. There Colonel Mustang lay snoring, wrapped in his blanket. I still could not believe what I just did.
After I accidentally asked the colonel (I really don't know what possessed me to ask him), I went looking for Roxanne, ready to shoot the living day lights out of her. Unfortunately (for me not her) I couldn't find her and the colonel began pestering me about what he should pack. I got endless teasing in office, but of course just one glimpse of silver (my gun) and everyone shut up.
And now here I am on a plane, on my way to my grandfather's chateau, with my superior officer drooling all over my jacket.
Black Hayate cuddled closer to my legs. I smiled down and looked out the window again. I began to wonder how long the office will stay in one piece since I'm gone. I can see disturbing images in my head right now. I can imagine those guys throwing a party and trashing the place. Havoc practically cried when I told him I was leaving. And he wasn't sad or–The voice of a flight attendant broke my train of thoughts.
"Signorina, we will be landing shortly. May you please wake up your husband?" He said kindly, pointing to the drooling Mustang on my shoulder.
Wait a minute..HUSBAND?
"Oh no," I said, blushing at the thought of the colonel, or the guys, hearing this. I began waving my arms as a way of disagreeing. I didn't notice I began shaking the colonel's head. "He isn't my–"
"Your what?"
My eyes widened, I turned to see the colonel with his eyes open, a smirk on his face. The flight attendant left, seeing as he wasn't needed anymore.
" Just buckle up and prepare for landing." I told him putting on my seat belt and picking up Hayate.
4
We landed shortly after that. It was funny, she was fuming because I was awake the whole time and I had to hear the flight attendant tell her to wake her husband.
I just laughed about it, it was pretty funny how her face grew red as a tomato. Never really thought it would be possible for a rock to turn red.
As the plane stopped moving, we unbuckled our seatbelts and stood up. Hawkeye gathered her purse and her dog and I stepped out to let her pass. Her dog wagging its tail behind her, she reached for her small laptop from the luggage compartment.
I have to admit, when I came to pick her up earlier I thought I was at the wrong house. Looking at her now, I smiled at the reason. Right now she is wearing a black top, a beige jacket , capris (really tight by the way) and sneakers. And she had this beautiful silver necklace on her neck. It has a star shaped pendant that has an emerald in the middle. This wasn't really the Hawkeye I was used to, but that doesn't mean I don't like it. Her legs are really nice, mind you, all smooth and soft.
I did not just say that.
Anyways, moving on, I was really shocked. And the amount of luggage she had...Oh dear lord.
I asked her as I was loading it inside my SUV.
"What do you have in here? Rocks?"
"No sir"
"Ahh of course guns"
"No just clothes, my shoes a few...things"
I snickered a little bit. Hawkeye is still a woman, no matter what way you look at it.
"Oi," Her voice rang in my head. I blinked and looked at her. She had all her carry luggage ready and was waiting for me.
"Sorry," I mumbled. I quickly gathered all my things and followed her. We got out the door and there the captain greeted us and told us they enjoyed our company.
Hawkeye and I went on to the waiting area. I smirked and began a conversation.
"Still mad?" I said, looking at her. She just looked forward.
"Still homicidal," she told me sarcastically.
"Take it easy," I muttered. Hey I am talking to the best sharp shooter of the military.
"Sir," She said looking at me. "Shut up."
I grinned at her. Finally some emotion, I felt like I was talking to a wall.
"I'm really tired," She went on.
"Should I break out the violin?" I asked her, raising one eye brow and keeping a straight face.
She didn't say anything but I think I heard her mutter 'asshole' under her breath.
4
The man, the woman and the dog made their way to the waiting area of the airport. As the woman told the man wearing a suit who she was, he began rambling nervously in some language and led them to the V.i.p. waiting room. Once again he explained a few things, bowed and then left.
"Why are we here? Why not with the normal people outside?" The black haired man asked.
"It's a long story sir," The woman told him. The man plopped down on one of the sofas. He looked around the room. The woman sat on a chair in front of him.
"Hey Hawkeye, when's your cousin coming to pick us up again?"
"Technically my cousin isn't really coming, but a few minutes and they'll be here." Hawkeye said as she stood up. She didn't notice though, that her foot got stuck under the carpeting. She slipped and landed on top of the man. They both blushed, each staring into each other's eyes. Hawkeye immediately stood up and straightened her clothes, while the man ran his hand through his hair. The dog stared at them with a face that said 'idiots'.
A knock was heard on the door. They both turned around and saw a man wearing a suit.
4
That was really embarrassing. Hawkeye smelled really nice though. The scent of lavender was still stuck in my nose. Her eyes are beautiful too.
Just when I was about to say something, a guy in a suit came in.
"Signorina Cristino?"
Cristino? Who the hell's Cristino?
I heard Hawkeye say something.
"Boun Girono, I'm Luciano, I'm here to pick you up."
"Oh yes, right," Hawkeye said picking up her things. I followed and grabbed my things.
"All your other suitcases are in the car now, follow me per favore"
We went out the room and followed the man. He led us to a really nice Rolls-Royce and opened the door for us. Hawkeye slid in, holding Hayate and I went after.
"Thank you," I told the man.
"Prego," he replied. Prego? Yea I'm supposed to know that. I just smiled and closed the door. He went in and we began to move on.
"You never told me you're Italian." I said to Hawkeye.
"It wasn't really necessary sir."
"Who's Cristino?" I asked curious on who's this 'cristino' person.
"I am," She said, looking at me. "That's my real name sir."
"Speaking of names," I began. "We are on vacation, and we're not working so, why don't you call me Roy?"
She was dumbfounded, I wanted to laugh at her face but she'll undoubtedly shoot me.
"But sir–"
"Now, now Riza," I smirked . "Its Roy."
She slowly nodded. "Yes...Roy"
Finally, no more sirs.
"So what were you saying?"
"Oh," She hesitated slightly then looked at me. "Its my real name."
"What is?"
"Cristino. It's Antonella Elisabetta Cristino," She smiled softly. (I was going to have a heart attack) "I know its pretty long. Its my birth name."
Cristino sounded really familiar. I just nodded.
"Interesting," I said. "Where are we going?"
"Genova," She told me while petting Hayate. "That's where we have our family gatherings, at Grandpa's"
The driver spoke for the first time.
"We're here, signorina, singore."
I looked out the window and we passed a really, really big gate, there was a big "C" emblem in the middle and on the top was a lion crest. After that all I saw was grass, and more grass. Many gardens and trees, and I could see water.
"That's Mare Ligure," Riza informed me, seeing my wondering face. "I used to play a lot on the beach when I was younger."
"Really?" wait he said we're here already, then why are we still going?"
She blushed a little bit. The car stopped and I looked out the window. I saw the biggest Victorian castle I have ever seen.
"Welcome to the Cristino Estate," the driver told us getting out to open the door for us.
I turned around to look at Riza. She was very red.
"I figured your family was rich," I said incredulously. "But not this rich."
She smiled weakly. "Sorry."
The driver opened the door and we stepped out. The place was huge, a center fountain and large oak doors, it was scary. The door opened and a man ( a butler I'm betting) came out.
"Signorina Antonella!" He muttered moving closer to us. Riza's face brighten up.
"Giovanni!" she screamed running up to him and giving him a hug. It was unbelievable, This was another side of Riza I never saw before.
"I've missed you!" She told him cheerfully.
"Me too Signorina, it has been too long," He looked over and saw me. Riza turned aroun and looked at me too. She broke off, ran to me, then dragged me to the man.
"This is Si–Roy Mustang."
"Hi" I said. I wouldn't even attempt to speak in italian and make a fool out of myself.
He offered his hand for a handshake and I took it.
"Hello signore Mustang(pretty funny how he said my name) welcome to the Cristino estate." Riza blushed again. Hayate barked and the butler looked down.
"This must be your dog?" he said asking Riza. She just smiled and picked Hayate up.
"Very well, we will take care of your luggage. Please follow me." We began walking. I looked around the room. There were many paintings and the furniture were really classy. I saw one painting of a young woman (probably 18) holding a bouquet. She had a really sweet smile on her face and her eyes were so kindly looking at me. Below I saw this on a gold plate, 'Antonela Elisabetta Cristino ix"
It was Riza.
I began to wonder why she chose the military life over this. I turned around to look at her.
"Where are we going?" I whispered to her.
"To the courtyard," The butler told me.
"Oh," I said, embarrassed that he heard me. Why?
"To meet the family, and by family I mean, the entire Cristino clan." He told me.
I gulped, feeling like I was getting the death penalty.
"I'll shoot them if they embarrass you," Riza whispered at my ear. I looked at her and she was smiling.
After what seemed like an eternity of hallways, we reached big oak doors with the big C and the lion on it.. (I wanted to kiss it when I saw it). The Butler clutched the door knobs, and turned them.
Riza grabbed my hand and smiled at me. I blushed but I managed to smile back and squeeze her fingers.
The butler coughed and open the door.
"The Cristino clan welcomes you."
TBC
A/N thank you to all the reviewers. You all made me very happy please r and r.
