Roy/Ed 45 Themes

Homeland

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The train barreled down the track leaving the trees and hills far behind them. Sitting quietly by himself in the back of the train was Edward Elric. The Fullmetal Alchemist. Sitting in the back Edward knew that he would be left alone. Left to his thoughts, and able to think on exactly what he was doing.

Edward pulled out an often looked at picture, its edges worn not from age, but from use. It was a picture of him, and Al... Al, he already missed him. Edward gave a soft laugh as he stared at his brother. In the picture Al was behind him, with his arms wrapped fondly around his neck. The only trace of metal was from his limbs. Al had finally been restored to his true self.

Giving a sigh, Ed put away the picture, and in its place pulled out another well worn one. In this picture he was standing on the platform of the train station. He smiled, this picture let him know that he had made the right choice, to return to his homeland.

The trains whistle blew, signalling that they had finally reached their destination. Stretching his arms and legs, Ed made his way off the train. His bag slung over his shoulder, he stepped onto the crowded platform, his eyes searching the crowd. Looking for someone that was supposed to be there, someone he knew was there. Somewhere.

"Edward." He heard someone call.

Turning he finally saw the tall figure, standing near the entrance into the station. A smile spread across his face, as he pushed past people.

Reaching the entrance, Ed was disappointed when the man was no longer standing there. Suddenly he felt a tap on his shoulder. Turning he saw him.

"Roy," Ed whispered, as he was soon engulfed in warm arms.

"I'm glad you decided to return."

"I'm glad to be back in my homeland, where I belong," Ed spoke looking lovingly into Roy's eyes.

The train's whistle blew, as it pulled from the station. In the back of the train laying abandoned on a seat was a picture. In the picture was a young man with blond hair. His face was bright with a smile, as an older man with black hair had his arms wrapped around the younger ones neck.

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