Author's Note: Terribly sorry for the long wait. As I said, I went to Malaysia, my neighbouring country, for 4 days & I came back on 21 June. But, I was too tried to update for the past few days. I'm even tired NOW. BUT, I don't upset all of you. So, I'll just post this chappie. School's re-opening soon in my country, anyways. Hope none of you catch the swine/H1N1 flu, by the ways. Achoo! Achoo! xD

Sneezing Disclaimer: I don't *Aaah* own FMA or *Aaaaah* The Veronicas' Hook Me Up. *Achoo!!!* Buuut, I, currently, own a stoopid, idiotic pimple on my cheek. -.- Get it off! xD


As the sun sets and the sky darken, the Elric brothers went back into the house. Apparently, the older one claimed that he was feeling cold as he was only clad in his black singlet and black pants.

"Well, you boys, look hungry." The elderly greeted them as she set up the table, together with Winry.

"Uh-uh. If someone didn't take my jokes too hard, we wouldn't be too tired right now." The suit of armour teased his older brother and pretended to not look at him.

"Psh, whatever!"

The four of them sat down and dug in to the delicacy which Granny Pinako had cooked. Fortunately, it was not wasted anymore since there were not much conflicts or arguments when they were eating.

"Ah, now that was real food." Edward leaned back in his chair and rubbed his contended belly. He continued, "Al and I wanna go visit our mother's grave for awhile so we'll be back later."

"Right now? It's really late." There was hint of worry in Winry's voice but Edward just shrugged it off.

"It's only for a short while. We won't be back too late. We won't run into any trouble. W-"

"Alright, okay. We get it! Now, off you go." The old woman hurried the brothers out and went to clear the table with her granddaughter.

As they were washing the dishes, Winry peered out of the window and sighed. Dark clouds surrounded the sky and a storm was approaching.

"Looks like it's gonna rain."

"Ah, they'll be fine. Drops of water won't really hurt them much. It might freeze them, though."

"And how does that help?" The blonde-haired girl, sarcastically, asked. In result, her grandmother chuckled.

Meanwhile, the alchemists stopped by a tombstone. Al placed a bouquet of flowers, which he plucked from the fields, onto the grave. None of them said anything as they were both locked up in their minds. Silence filled the air despite the sounds of the leaves rustling around them and the loud howls of the strong wind.

"Drip." Alphonse felt water on his head. He looked up to the sky, filled with dark clouds, and kept his gaze there. Edward also felt water on his head but he could not be bothered to look up. His eyes were locked onto Trisha's grave. The rain started to pour slightly more and they both knew it was time for them to leave.

"It's starting to drizzle now. We should go." Al, still keeping his eyes at the sky, quietly informed his older sibling. The State Alchemist just nodded his head in reply and started walking with his brother following beside.

"Boom!" The mechanist screamed as she got shocked by the sudden clasp of thunder. She looked out of the window from the living room and became more worried.

"Where are they?! Why aren't they back yet? I think I should go pick them up…"

"Oh, just sit down, will you? I'm sure they're already heading back. They'll be here any minute now."

"I don't think so! I'm gonna go now." She ignored Pinako and opened the door, with her face still looking at her grandparent.

As she turned to the front, she was face to face with her bestfriend. In result, the both of them shouted and jumped away from each other. Coincidentally, their faces were only five centimeters apart. The brothers were, of course, terribly wet. Pinako went to the kitchen and came back with two towels.

"Well, everything's settled now. All of you, off to bed! And no monkey business, especially you and Winry. I'm watching you." The older Rockbell gave the Fullmetal Alchemist, who was wiping himself, a stern stare while he glared at her.

As they walked to their respective bedrooms, a certain conflict was brought up. All because of a certain someone.

"Hey, Win. You scared of thunderstorms, right?" Edward broke the silence.

"No. You're the one who's scared, fraidy cat." In result, the both of them had a staring contest. Hysterically, Winry won since she ended it by throwing her wrench at him. Fortunately, it hit the side of his head instead of his nose. In addition, Al smacked his metal head with his palm.

As they went to their respective bedrooms, they got into their sleeping attires and fell into a deep slumber on their beds, except for Al, of course. He did not mind being awake alone, though, since he had his own room now. Ed's room was next to his and Winry's room was opposite of Ed's. He also had a book for his reading pleasure. Very soon, the atmosphere in the whole house was quiet and peaceful but, outside was the exact opposite with loud thunders and flashes of lightning. There was also something else disturbing the silence...

It seems to be the golden-eyed male. He kept on coughing and sneezing. He tried to get some sleep but he keeps waking up just to couch or sneeze. He tossed and turned in his bed as beads of sweat flowed down his face.

"Crap." He cursed with a whispery voice. His mouth was dry and his throat was burning like hell! He really wanted to get a cup of water but he was too weak to even open his eyes.


Gives Bottles of Pimple Cream to:- (Whaa-? Pimple Cream?! YOU are the one that's having a pimple not your fellow readers&reviewers! -.-")

Tsukali-chan (& some dark, bitter chocolates & some shepards pie, since she requested them! Honestly, I think she has great taste since I wanna eat the same stuffs now! xD)

Lulukiryu

Nezume-chan

Kataragirl11

Bone Princess (Honestly, is this chappie long enough? Hehe. Lol. Me, myself. I don't really think so. Too much dialogues. xD)

& others who read but DIDN'T review. (please do so now or I'll hunt you down & murder you.) xD

Well, there you go. About the bedrooms plan bit, I'm sorry if I'm wrong. I don't know the whole of Winry's house at all. So, I'm just using my imagination. =D Anyways, R&R!