A/N thanks for the reviews guys. To answer the question no Harry is not a squib. Yes this is a WBWL story.

Roy's POV

The next morning I awoken bright and early by my alarm clock. It was barely 5 am truly to early to be up. I changed into my uniform before heading to firing range. Tyler was already there looking like he had been up for hours. He looked me over approvingly before he said," We won't be starting out here. First you need to learn how assemble, dissemble, and clean your weapons."

He took me inside to one of the empty offices. Laid out on table were several handguns and rifles. He showed me how to dissemble the handguns first. Once they were dissembled he showed me how clean them. By the time they all had been dissembled and cleaned it was time for us to head to cafeteria.

When I walked in all eyes turned to me. The commander was at one of the long tables in the front talking with his main staff. He looked up when the cafeteria went quiet giving me a calculating look. After a moment he said loud enough for everyone to hear," For those of you who haven't met this young man. This is Major Mustang of the State Alchemists. He is the youngest person to become a State Alchemist in our entire history. Give him a warm welcome."

With that he went back to his meal and staff. The rest of the soldiers followed his lead and returned to their own food. A handful of them were giving me looks of curiosity but didn't approach. After I got a plate of bacon, eggs, toast, and milk I sat with Tyler at a table of his fellow soldiers. One of them smiled and said," Hi I'm Private Maximilian but you can call me Max. I'm from western command and was transferred here two months ago."

They went around introducing themselves but it was obvious the only ones who remotely even liked me was Tyler and Max. Tyler spoke of how next year he was going to propose to his girlfriend. This brought kind smiles to everyone's faces. Most of them were wondering if they would make it to next year with the war raging.

For the past six years Amestris had been at war with the neighboring country of Ishval. At the moment they had not requested the aid of the State Alchemist relying solely on the army. It was only a matter of time though. Rumor had it that the war was started by one of Amestris. The soldier supposedly had shot an Ishvallian child for no reason. No one knew if the rumor was true but the war was still going for no hopes for peace.

Soldiers like Max and Tyler were being sent out daily to aid in the effort to quash the rebellion. Most did not come back alive. I hoped that neither of the would be sent off. They were the only ones who didn't treat me like a child.

Sirius' POV

It had been a week since he and Remus had left Albus' office. A week of traveling by floo and then having to take a train to Amestris central command. They booked a hotel for the night for they didn't arrive until almost one in the morning. The hotel owner gave them directions to the command post. When asked about if there were any young soldier he said," I heard one of the neighborhood boys earned his State Alchemist license. He left for Eastern Command a little over a week ago. Sweet boy he is."

Remus and Sirius looked at each other then asked," How young is this boy?" The man thought for a moment before replying," He turned 13 at the end of last month I believe. I'm sure the command post could tell you everything you need to know."

While the owner didn't know much that was a start. The alchemist was the perfect age to look after Alex. They went in to the command center and the receptionist asked," How can I help you wizards?" They looked at each other and asked," How did you know?"

The man snorted and said," Wizards come through here all the time. Alchemist, wizards not much of a difference. So what can I do for you?" They looked at each other and Sirius said," We are looking to borrow one of your State Alchemist for a bodyguard job in England..."

The man held up his hand and dialed the phone. He said to someone on the other line," Sir... Yes I'm the receptionist... There are two wizards here and would like to borrow a State Alchemist for s bodyguard job... Yes I'll send them right to you." He turned to them and said," Follow me the Furher would like to speak with you."

Sirius looked at Remus and asked," Isn't that what they call their leader here?" Remus nodded stunned. Rey were going to meet the leader of the country. Whatever they had been expecting this wasn't it.

He took them down through the hallways until they reached two large doors. He said nodding to it," You two may go inside he's expecting you." They walked in and saw a man in his mid forties sitting behind a desk. The man had an eyepatch over one eye and looked like he had seen many battles. He said with a warm smile," Gentlemen I welcome you both to Amestris. I heard you would like to borrow one of my alchemists. May I ask why?"

Remus said startling Sirius," We need someone close to the age of 13 to act as a bodyguard. I assume you've heard of the boy who lived?" At the nod Remus continued," That's who he or she would be guarding. We heard about a 13 year old State Alchemist. We were wondering if we could borrow him until Peter Pettigrew is caught. Pettigrew broke out of Azkaban not two weeks ago. He was the one who sold out the Potters to the dark lord. We believe he will try and attack young Alex when an adult can't be with him."

The Furher looked thoughtful as he said," Let me make sure I have this right. You want me to send one of my alchemists to another country in a time of war? What will your country give us in return? Ever alchemist is worth a thousand soldiers." Remus and Sirius looked at each other then Sirius asked," What do you want in return?"

He looked at them and said," A favor. If ever we need the help of one of you, you will answer to it unconditionally." They said knowing they didn't have much of a choice," We agree."

He wrote something on a piece of paper then said," Hand this to the receptionist. It will take three days for Major Mustang to make his way back from Eastern Command. You both are welcome to stay in the barracks or in a hotel whichever you prefer." Sirius said taking the piece of paper before Remus could say anything," We will stay in the hotel we booked. Thank you for your hospitality Furher."

He waved them off and they went back to the reception area. Sirius gave the paper to the man at the desk. The man said," Give me your hotel and room number. I will call you Major Mustang arrives." Remus smiled and thanked the man.

They returned to their hotel and Remus said rubbing his eyes tiredly," So now we wait. What do you think this Major is like?" Sirius shrugged and said," Who knows. The kid could be arrogant or he could be nice. I bet he's nice though."

Remus rolled his eyes good naturedly at his friend before pulling it a book to read. Three days later the phone in their room rang. Sirius answered it," This is Sirius Black." The voice on the other line said," Mr. Black. Major Mustang has arrived. He is waiting for you at the command post. We also have booked you a train ticket back to France in an hour, where you can take the IFN to England."

After that was said the line went dead and Sirius turned to Remus. He looked up from his book questioningly. Sirius said," Major Mustang is waiting for us in the command post." Remus said getting to his feet," You go to meet with him I'll pack our bags. When is the train to leave?"

Sirius said," In an hour. Do you want us to meet you there?" Remus shrugged and said," Might as well."

Harry's POV

I was standing in the Furher's office as he explained to me my assignment. He said," Major you will be heading to England for a bodyguard assignment. You will be protecting their savior, Alex Potter. Until the time Peter Pettigrew is caught or that I call the State Alchemists to war. Any questions?"

I said inwardly groaning lying through my teeth," No sir. I look forward to my first assignment." I thought,: Why did I have to get my first assignment to be protecting my brother? He's an arrogant prat.: The door opened revealing a tall black haired man with ice blue eyes. I groaned recognizing him as Sirius Black my godfather. When he saw me he froze as if in recognition then turned to the Furher.

He said," Thank you for your help, Furher. We need to leave immediately if we are going to make our train." The man waved them off and we left heading towards the train station. When we arrived a brown haired, amber eyes man walked up to us. He smiled at Sirius before turning to me. When he saw me his eyes widened in surprise before he greeted," I am Remus Lupin. Nice to meet you Major Mustang."

Again I groaned inwardly of all the people to pick me up it had to be my godfather and my brother's. They led the way to our train compartment. Once we had settled I asked turning my piercing gaze on them," How long are we going to pretend that you don't know me?"