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WINRYS POV

I opened my eyes to feel the cold of winter from the open window. I groaned as I swung my legs over the side of the bed. Standing up, I reached for the dark blue gown draped over a chair. Slipping off my nightgown as fast as possible and putting on the simple dress. I brushed my fingers through my hair rapidly, feeling the slight pull of knots. I took a quick look in the mirror, finding the neckline of my dress to be a little low for my liking.

I sighed as I walked out the door. The hallway felt even colder. Did everyone forget that I WAS still human? That humans CAN freeze to death?!?!?

" Good morning my lady. "

I turned to my left to see Maradeth with a smile gracing her perfect lips. Smile or not, she was still intimidating with those two large shark teeth of hers. I smiled back.

"Morning Maradeth. Has Edward left?"

" Im afraid so, he left as soon as you fell asleep, is there anything I can do for you?"

" Yes, could you tell me where Alphonse is? " I asked.

" I last saw him in the main library. "

" Thank you." I said walking down the hall. Maybe she wasnt so scary after all....

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Alphonse POV

I growled in frustration. Over and over I looked at these same maps and to find nothing. Ive relocated and pinpointed spots where the attacks could be possible, but my answers always change with the more information I get.

" Alphonse they would most likely attack at the edge of the Northern mountains. "

I turned my gaze over to Jasper.

" Edward believes they're going to attack here. " I stated without emotion.

" Because of the girl? No..I dont think its werewolves you have to worry about with her..." He said darkly.

" Why is that? "

He hesitated briefly, biting into his lower lip. " Alponse, the council knows about her......"

" Which means what exactly...."

" Every single one of us knows about her, the news has spread like wild fire, traitors know, werewolves know. She is the key to Dracula's fall..."

I stared at him, of course. I had been so busy thinking about the werewolves, I didnt think about the vampires.....

" Jasper, can you see her fate......" I asked.

" The girl is strange, she has two. But I dont know which one is the correct one to end her."

" So she will die?"

" I dont know.."

" Don't mention any of this to Edward. He can't know."

He nodded slowly. I heard the doors open and close, turning around I gasped.

" Winry! Good God what happened to you?!?"

She froze and looked herself over. A faint blush appearing on her face. Her body was so fragile, how could he forget....

I hissed as I counted the bruises and bites that lay on her skin.

" It's nothing Al...." She said cautiously, sensing my anger.

I sighed heavily, forcing a smile to curve my frown up.

" This is my good friend, Jasper, son of Dante, one of the leaders of the Council. " I said.

Her smile was faint, and I could see the fear in her eyes as she glanced at him. Jasper didn't look intimidating to me. How could she be afraid of him when she was living with EDWARD?

I heard him chuckle softly.

" Pleasure it is to finally meet you My Lady...." He said bowing. " May I say your beauty is quite noticeable. With such beauty, your blood must be a world of dreams..."

" Jasper...you know if he ever hears anything like that he will kill you himself..." I warned.

" Like you would let Edward rip me to shreds..."

" As if I could stop him...." I replied in disbelief. " Where are you going Winry? "

She stopped her retreat and smiled at me from the door. " Oh, go find something to eat, Im quite hungry. "

I looked her dead in the eyes. She was lying, I knew it. But for what reason, I didn't know...

" Okay...." I said as she closed the door.

"What are you hiding Winry....."

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Winrys pov

I couldn't tell if he knew I was lying or not. I walked hastily to my room, grabbing the black cloak and swinging it over my shoulders. I felt like teenager sneaking out. I laughed at the thought. I checked the hallway, knowing very well Maradeth wouldn't let me go outside. But I needed the air, and I was positive nothing was near the castle.

I began to run, the best I could in a dress that is...checking for any of the maids, they must have all been out hunting. I slowed down when I saw the front entrance. Oh yes, I wasn't going in the courtyards, not with those freaky statues! No...I was going for a little walk outside of the walls. I pushed the doors open. Everything was covered with snow, undisturbed. I walked away from the entrance, it felt strangely quiet....

I stopped, feeling that something was watching me.....I was scared to turn around or even move. Maybe this wasn't such a good idea after all...

I felt arms snake around my waist. I gasped.

" I thought I told you not to come outside......"

I turned around to face Edward.

" Asshole....." I mumbled. Scaring me like that, totally uncalled for.....

" If you would've stayed inside like I had told you......there wouldn't be a problem. "

" Im not going to be locked in there....I might turn as pale as you."

He growled, glaring at me. I stared at him for a good minute, trying to hide my smile.

" Are you trying my patience Winry...."

" It's not my fault you get mad so easily..." I replied shrugging my shoulders.

" Winry..." He hissed. " Being out here is risking your life"

" So is being in that castle." I remarked.

He punched into a nearby tree, I heard the horrible noise of roots tearing from the ground as it fell. The ground shook from the blow. He turned around glaring at me. I walked over to him, smiling, which seemed to piss him off even more.

I wrapped my arms around his neck, brushing my lips against his so softly. He looked away. I could tell he was trying to ignore me. Trying.

I kissed the corner of his mouth. Moaning his name softly.

" Winry...." He hissed softly.

I turned his gaze back to mine. He stared at me, still resistanting, but breaking. I kissed him gently over and over. Mumbling over and over how I loved him. I felt his arms wrap around me, bring me closer to him. He took my lips harshly, causing us to lose balance. I fell on top of him as we layed in the snow.

"Winry we should go inside..." He said. " You're shaking. "

" How do you know its from the cold. " I said lustfully. I kissed him before he could say anything else. I felt him grab my hips tightly.

" I love you...." I whispered, kissing him over and over.

" I love you as well. " He said, I felt him stand up, picking me up with him. " Tonight I have something to discuss with you. " He said walking to the doors.

" What would that be? " I said smiling.

"You'll find out. " He said, but this time his smile was forced. His eyes looked hopeless and saddened.

" Edward? " I said, touching his face gently..

" Tonight Winry.." He replied.

And for all of this,

asking one question can trade it all...

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done. wow this took a while. ahhaahahaha sorry? i know u ppl hate me right? Im sorry for taking so long. But I fnally got this chapter out, so that should count as something...right? anyways reviews will be appreciated! thank you!