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On with the story! Warnings of some points of OOCness included… sorry… add miniskirts for some enjoyment even though I hate miniskirts myself… .
Chapter 3- First Assault
Still, Riza was curious over the murder case and the written demand. Roy didn't know of her knowledge about it already but Riza knew that her colonel was sending over search parties for the murderer. Riza of course felt awkward about this. It was about her after all.
She was given a few assignments these days. And those particular assignments were either researches or boring dull, not to mention, too 'easy' cases. Sometimes, Riza had to argue about it. Roy, in those cases, couldn't refuse.
As well as that, everyone else wanted to know about the murderer. Why he wanted Riza and why kill many military officers just for her? The answer could lead to many directions. The people of Amestris hated the 'Military Dogs' for what they do. But why would any of them want Riza and for what? They could have been after other state alchemists. Scar would be one. He does kill Military dogs. But he wouldn't demand for Riza. Roy or any of the top superiors were more demanding than she was.
"Taisa?"
Roy heard a familiar woman's voice. He tilted his head up and saw Riza. But that wasn't all. What really got the colonel's attention was that she was wearing a matching mini skirt along with her military top. Roy's jaw dropped. You couldn't blame him. Being the pervert he was and because an incredibly beautiful and sexy military personnel who happens to be his lover and first lieutenant, was right in front of him. Havoc and Hughes were there to witness it. Havoc practically even got another nosebleed at the sight of his superior wearing a miniskirt.
"Taisa, do I look inappropriate?" Riza asked. "I hardly where miniskirts…"
"N-No…" Roy managed to say.
"Come on… let's leave the happy couple, shall we?" Hughes whispered to Havoc. Havoc however, was too busy staring at Riza. Hughes sighed and dragged him off towards the door and shut it, leaving the Roy and Riza to themselves.
"So… how do I look?" Riza asked.
"Beautiful as usual, sweetheart." Roy answered, about to kiss her. Riza, who saw this coming, pushed him away. Roy was surprised.
"Taisa, please have the courtesy of giving others a chance." Riza smiled. Roy gave a smirk and allowed her. Riza came close, taking the colonel closer towards her and about to press her lips with his until the door slammed open.
The 'Hagane no Renkinjutsushi', Edward Elric and his younger brother, Alphonse Elric, stormed in. Ed was fuming and didn't even notice Riza pushing Roy away from her. Roy instantly sat by his desk. Ed and Al of course, didn't know about the relationship.
"Here, Colonel Bastard." Edward said sarcastically as he dumped his report on the colonel's table. Roy, who saw the sarcasm, gave a smirk.
"Oh, I see paperwork. And I even see Al. But where's Ed? Fullmetal?" Roy began searching around his whole desk for Ed. Riza hid a small giggle as Ed's vein throbbed.
"I'M HERE!" Ed pounced on Roy who actually caught him before he actually hurt said colonel.
"Oh there you are, shorty. I was wondering if you were crushed by some paperwork." Roy teased. Ed lost it and actually punched Mustang. Said colonel dropped Ed and rubbed his cheek. It didn't hurt much, let's just say he was used to strikes across his cheek.
"WHO ARE YOU CALLING A MIDGET WHO MAKES YOU WANT TO STEP ON HIM BECAUSE HE'S SO TINY!" Ed shouted. The colonel just gave even more smirks.
"Really? Let's see…" Roy began stepping on Ed. Ed grind his teeth.
"Look! Just read the damn report!" Ed screamed.
"Oh fine." Roy said as he and Riza silently read the report.
"So… you're telling me that you wasted more military funds, transportation and supplies for the sake of racing with chimeras?" Mustang grinned.
"Shut up. If it hadn't been for you and your bullshit called 'orders', I'd never have gone on that bloody cave in the first place!" Ed pointed out as Alphonse began restraining his short older brother.
"Alright, alright. You're dismissed now, Short metal." Roy laughed.
"WHO ARE YOU CALLING-"
"Nii-san!" Alphonse yelled as he dragged his brother off.
"Taisa, that was completely unnecessary." Riza said.
"You're right. I should have Havoc or Armstrong guard the door next time. There are too many interruptions." Roy suggested. Riza gave a sigh.
Another uneventful afternoon in the State military, only paperwork for Roy to sign and people researching on other topics. Riza looked out of the window and saw the café celebrating it's grand opening down the street. She looked at Roy who was sleeping in front of his paperwork, drooling.
'Probably a few takeout orders would be nice. Taisa needs to keep awake.' She thought as she headed down. She knew the colonel's favorite. It was after all, her favorite as well.
The walk was short since it was only down the street. The café was small but grand. Tiny cushions and coffee tables were everywhere in the inside. Outside, there were tables and chairs with umbrellas to shield them in case of rain. But surprisingly, Alphonse was there.
"Alphonse?" Riza was surprised to see the younger Elric there.
"Hello, Riza-san. Nii-san's inside." Al pointed. It was logical for Al to stay outside. His armor wouldn't fit inside the café door.
Riza entered. There were assorted pastries and doughnuts of each kind. The aroma of coffee beans lingered in the air as she could hear the delightful chatter. But of course, there were familiar angry shouts.
"I told you dammit! NO MILK!"
"I'm sorry, Mr. Elric! Are you sure? Kids your age love milk-"
"WHO ARE YOU CALLING-"
"Edward-san?"
Ed looked behind and saw Riza. The exasperated coffee shop employee stared.
"Excuse me, can you give him a latte, no milk. Make that three orders." Riza ordered. The worker nodded as he grabbed 3 cups.
Riza and the Elric brothers were in the park, enjoying the fresh air. Birds chirping, a gentle breeze blew with talks of laughter and happiness heard. Ed faced Riza who was drinking her latte silently. Roy's take out order was sitting right beside her, still compressed in heat.
"Hey, Riza-san?"
"Yes, Edward?"
"Do you like Taisa?"
Riza almost choked from her latte as she heard that question. Al gave a sigh.
"Nah, Havoc told me that one." Ed read her mind. Riza swore under her breath. Telling Lt. Havoc was a HUGE mistake.
"Nii-san…. I don't think-"
"Shut it, Al. I'm trying to blackmail that asshole, Mustang." Ed whispered. But he stopped as he and everyone else heard a piercing scream through out the park.
Ed, Al and Riza ran towards the scream.
They pushed through crowds of terrified people as they saw a horrific image.
A bloody corpse of a military officer was hung on a sturdy tree. His eyes were wide open in shock. It was as if… he was paralyzed to death.
And to add to that, the words 'I want Riza Hawkeye' was written in his own blood on the tree trunk next to the corpse.
"I want Riza-?" Ed looked puzzled as he turned to Riza who was somehow terrified as all the rest.
"Let's go." Riza mumbled.
"What!" Ed complained. But Al, who saw the expression on Riza's face clearly, agreed.
They walked and walked. Riza, in a somehow fast pace. They reached an empty clearing that lead to the nearest exit. As they were about to head off to the exit, they were stopped as a bolt of lightning appeared.
The three alchemists managed to dodge the assault. Ed transformed his automail into that blade. Riza pulled out her gun.
"Hey! Come out!" Ed demanded. But then, as a response, the three heard strange and cold laughter around them. Riza flinched by the laughing. She shot one bullet in the air and the laughter stopped abruptly. A figure emerged from the thick trees.
He was tall and lean. The man had black hair and lavender eyes. He wore black clothing, consisting of a long black trench coat and tight black pants. He was shirtless however he wore a chain necklace and the symbol of ouroboros across his upper arm. He had gloves with an array placed upon it. It was strange for them. The man seemed to be a homonculus. And homonculus never use alchemy.
He stopped walking and stood there. Ed took the chance. He charged at the mysterious homonculus. But the moment he was that close, the homonculus snapped his fingers and lightning came out. (AN: I know, I know… I made this guy a Roy wannabe. XD Don't you think?)
Ed, who didn't see this coming, came crashing down. Al came to his brother's aid.
"I've heard of you. You're the famous Full Metal Alchemist, Edward Elric. Under Roy Mustang's command." He said grudgingly. Ed stood up groaning. Ed gave it another go as this time he transmuted a tree into a pillar. The pillar wobbled and collapsed, crushing the homonculus. Smoke covered the area. Everyone couldn't see but Ed used his hearing. 'Coughing, coughing… Al… Riza… there!'
Ed jumped up and about to plunge his blade into the homonculus until a snap was heard. Lightning tore the smoke apart and was charging for Ed. Ed managed to dodge this time. The homonculus jumped out of the way, avoiding Ed's attack. Ed frowned. It was hard to come close to him. He was using the same tactics Roy used when they dueled.
Then there was a bang. A bullet flew as both managed to dodge it. Riza stood, gun at hand, trying to aim carefully. The homonculus gave a devilish grin at the sight of Riza. Riza's eyes widened as she saw those eyes. However purple, she could have sworn she saw those eyes before. And that hungry and lustful look… where has she seen those eyes before?
A huge rip sound was heard. The homonculus turned and saw Ed rip both gloves with his blade. The array was ripped in two. The blade was pointed threateningly at the homonculus' neck. But the sin just gave a laugh. A cruel a mirthless one. Ed was surprised at this until the homonculus made another snap with his finger and an even stronger lightning directly struck Ed.
Ed was slammed to a thick tree trunk, bleeding and unconscious. Al ran towards his brother.
"Nii-san!" Al shouted until there was another unexpected blow. It hit Al's armored leg, which shattered. Al tripped and was unable to stand up.
The Sin took control of this and grabbed Riza. He paralyzed her right hand and her gun dropped on the ground.
Riza grasped her right hand. How could it feel so numb? What's worse was she dropped her gun and she couldn't even grab it, not with that hormonculus grasping her.
"Come to me now, Riza." The voice ordered. Riza tried to push him away, glaring daggers at him.
"Come to me now and be mine, Riza!"
"NO!"
The Sin grabbed Riza by the waist and pressed his lips forcefully on Riza's. Al couldn't do anything about it. On the ground with only one leg, all he could do was watch this. Riza, with only one hand, used any possible way on fighting back.
But then it was somehow pointless. He was too strong and kicking and pushing away was useless.
Fire burst on the scene. The sin let go of Riza. Al took a glance at their savior. The homonculus also looked at his enemy. Colonel Roy Mustang stood there, furious with rage. How dare he tries and touches his Riza!
"Touch Riza again and I swear I'm bringing you straight to Hell!" he threatened. The Sin smirked and laughed.
"I've already been to Hell once… and I liked it." he made a sly smile. "Another time, Mustang!" the homonculus laughed as he disappeared from the bushes. Roy had the urge onto going after the bastard and punching him right in the face but ignored that feeling. He then came to Riza's aid.
"Riza, are you alright! What did that bastard do to you? What the hell happened! Roy asked Riza who just found her right hand back to normal again.
"I don't know. But that homonculus… I can't recall Taisa… but I thought I saw him once before…" Riza explained, her eyes wide from what just happened. Roy just held Riza close in his arms. Al was there, watching.
"Don't scare me like that again." Roy muttered in Riza's ear.
"Don't be… I don't want to be a burden." Riza whispered back.
AN: God, that was a long chapter. Well… R&R please!