Whoop-Dee-Doo! Chibi Christmas Oneshots! …Yeah, I Know That Everyone Hates Christmas These Days, But I Don't Care. I Shall Continue To Write Christmas Fanfics! For The Sake Of Chibi Lovers Everywhere! –Cue Lights And Fireworks-
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CHRISTMAS ONESHOT NUMBER 1
"Go on…"
Beads of sweat dotted Alphonse's forehead. His chocolate-grey eyes were expanded in fear, dark pupils dilated and quivering.
And yet, he placed his foot down and took a cautious step.
"You can do it…"
His entire figure was shivering, despite the fact that he was clad in Winter clothes. His teeth were chattering noisily in his mouth, so loud he could actually hear them, and assumed the others could hear them as well.
And yet, he took another step.
"A little bit farther…"
The sound of his boots hitting the smooth, tiled floors reminded him of what he was doing, and that only made his anxiety rise. He wanted so badly to just turn around and bolt, but he was very determined to do this.
And so, he took another step.
"You're doing great, Al…"
He had promised he would. He had told Roy that he would do it. Going back now would only disappoint Roy, which in turn would disappoint Ed, which in turn would make Al disappointed in himself.
And so, he took another step.
"Good boy, you're almost there…"
Honestly, it wasn't that hard. Ed had done it several times before without hesitation. But Ed was so much more confident than Al! In Al's eyes, Ed was immortal! He could do anything.
And so, he took another step.
"That's right…keep going…"
He was only afew feet away from the creature. He craned his neck back to get a good look at the person's face. And visibly shuddered. This was definitely the scariest thing he'd ever done.
And yet, he took another step.
"Keep going…"
Roy had told him several times before that the creature was harmless. Al should have believed him. But this creature…he was so huge and scary-looking! He loomed over Al like a giant tower! Al suppressed another shudder.
And yet, he took another step.
"Go on…"
Finally, he halted directly in front of the huge creature. Al was too nervous to make eye contact. So instead, he did what he was instructed, and held out the neatly wrapped parcel.
A giant hand descended upon the gift and scooped it from Al's fingers. Al shut his mouth tightly to keep from screaming. He was half-expecting the creature to mercilessly kill him at any moment…
And yet, he remained silent and still.
"Good job, Al…"
He could hear the wrapping paper being ripped off, accompanied by a loud gasp. Al, deciding to put his life on the line, lifted his head and stared at the giant creature.
Big fat tears fell from tiny blue eyes and coursed down hard, muscular cheeks. Huge pink lips quivering slightly, along with the rest of the large, muscular body. For a second, Al thought the behemoth would burst into sobs.
And yet, he remained silent and still.
"You're doing great…"
The lips parted, allowing the behemoth's booming voice to slide through. "Oh, thank you!" he cried mirthfully, "You have brought great joy upon me!"
He reached down, his large bulging arms shooting straight for Al's small figure. Without a second thought, Al spun on his heel and bolted out the door as fast as he could. He ran all the way back to the car, flung open the door and leapt in. He made sure to securely lock the door before allowing himself to catch his breath.
At that moment, Edward slid into the car beside Al. He gave his brother a proud smile and patted him on the back. Roy flashed him a thumbs up and ruffled his bronze hair.
"Good job, Alphonse! You did it all by yourself! I'm so proud of you!"
Ed agreed with every word Roy said, then added, "Weren't you scared?"
Al thought. Of course he was scared! He was terrified! He hoped he'd never have to do that again! But he wouldn't tell Ed that. "A 'lil bit," he admitted, "but I was brave! He almost ated me, brother! But I got away 'afore he could chomp on me wif his jaws!"
Ed listened intently as Al told him the heroic tale of how he'd bravely walked into HQ and presented the monstrous, man-eating behemoth with his gift.
Roy chuckled, and mentally reminded himself that perhaps next year, he should be the one to give Major Armstrong his Christmas present.
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Yes, Edward And Alphonse Think Armstrong Is A Giant, Man-Eating Carnivore (So Did I , When I First Saw Him!) This Oneshot Is Rather Al-Centric. The Speeches Written In Italic Are Notes Of Encouragement That Roy Gave Al. I Assume Ed And Roy Were Standing By The Door, Watching Al.
But Despite The Risks, Al Bravely Sauntered In To HQ And Faced The Monster! Fortunately, He Made It Out Alive, With All His Fingers, Toes And Limbs Intact.