This chapter was supposed to hold Riza researching about Roy's past as well as his kids but I figured that I'll let her find that out the hard way. ;D I know all you RoyAi lovers are going to hate me about how I made Roy's past… love life… so I think I'll make it all fun and games first before the drama starts. ^^
I don't own FMA. I only own the OC's and plot.
After Riza took a shower and changed her clothing, she took her car and drove to Central Head Quarters and walked to the Human Resource department. She then filed to resign. One of the HR's talked to her and asked her why. She said that her life is taking to a new direction and wanted to work with children. The HR didn't ask further and finished up her papers. She turned in her license but they allowed her to keep her guns and uniforms.
Today, she is no longer 1st Lieutenant Elizabeth Hawkeye. It didn't really hit Riza that hard but she suddenly missed being able to have the Military's perks. Like being able to use the firing range anytime, an endless supply of bullets and exchanging guns anytime. She let out a sigh. It's ok. With the salary I'm having and my boss being the country's biggest ammunition distributor, I'm sure I can still keep on shooting.
Riza drove back to Mustang's mansion. She spotted Micha's friend's cars still parked in the spacey garage. So they're still here… Once she pulled on the screen door that led to the kitchen, a bucket of some sticky unknown substance fell on her. She just stood there for a moment, staring at the closed inner oak door. She then saw the string that was attached to the hinge and the empty bucket on top of her. She felt her cheeks flush with anger. Cool it, Riza. Stay calm. You cannot shoot, punch or strangle the children. You can't. She kept her face stern and straight. As if the goo wasn't there.
She walked around, to the front door, but as soon as she was at the side of the mansion, Edward and Alphonse attacked her with pillows. They have purposely cut open the casing so that the soft, goose down feathers would stick on her.
"Edward! Alphonse! What do you think you're doing? Stop it this instant!" She shouted.
They both didn't utter a word, but kept on hitting Riza with the open pillows. Hawkeye tried to defend herself with her arms, but all her attempts of dodging the little boys attacks failed. As soon as they were contented that she looked like a giant chicken, they both ran away.
Riza stood there once more and let out a heavy breath, calming herself. You still have your dignity. Keep it together. They're gone. Just keep your guard up for anything else they might do. Once she got to the front lawn, there was a huge fan that was facing her way.
Riza looked at it wide eyed. "You have got to be kiddi—"she was cut off when Edward pushed the button on high. Hawkeye was then engulfed in a strong gust of wind. The fan was so strong it almost toppled her over. She tried to resist it by bending her body forward. Right when she did, Ed turned it off and she fell forward. The two little boys were laughing at her before running into the house with haste.
Riza looked like a train wreck. Most of her feathers were already off her, and goo had dried to some extent, but now her hair was all over the place. She literally looked like she was caught in a deadly hurricane. Riza was starting to lose her patience. I suddenly regret having this job. I don't think the car was worth it.
She then opened the front door. She wanted to head to her room to clean up before anyone could spot her. But once she arrived into the kitchen, she saw Micha and her friends eating sandwiches made by the cook, Daisy.
Johnny had spotted her and snickered. "How's the weather outside, Miss Hawkeye? Was it that windy?" He stifled a laugh. All of the teenagers stopped and turned to look at her.
"I see my brothers didn't waste any time on welcoming you." Laughed Micha. Soon everyone joined in. The cook turned from the pot of soup and to her new co-worker.
She gasped at her appearance. "My goodness Miss Hawkeye! Have you been riding the Mustang?"
Her little innocent comment made the teenagers guffaw.
"What the hell!" Daniel laughed so hard he was tearing up. The girls and Johnny laughed even harder.
Riza blushed at the thought she opened her mouth to defend herself but then her employer came down the stairs in a new suit, fresh from the shower. Little beads of water were still present in his raven locks. This is not my day. Riza cussed inwardly.
"What's all the laughing about?" Roy asked with a grin on his face, and then he turned his gaze to Riza. His facial expression screamed 'what the hell happened to you' "…What happened to you?" He finally asked.
"She's been riding the Mustang, Uncle Roy." Johnny snickered.
Roy couldn't help but snicker himself. "Well, Johnny, I assure you if she did, she wouldn't just look like that." He smirked, smugly. All the teens laughed at his comment.
"Sir!" Riza had had enough.
Roy laughed. "I'm sorry, Miss Hawkeye I couldn't help it." He still had a grin on his face. Riza was flushed. She was really angry and glared daggers at him. "I really am sorry, Miss Hawkeye… Do I want to know what happened to you?"
"Do you really have to ask?" She snapped.
Roy walked towards her and took a feather off her bangs and tucked her hair behind her ear. He was definitely amused by her. They gazed into each other's eyes before he tore his gaze back to Micha. "Darling, were you part of this?" He asked, calmly.
"No, I wasn't. If I was part of it, you know she would've already broken a leg, right?" She smirked.
"Right." Roy nodded and went back to Riza. "I will talk to my sons about this. Please get yourself cleaned up, Miss Hawkeye. You may have the rest of the day to rest."
"Yes, sir." Riza replied softly and headed upstairs into her quarters.
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Once Riza got to her room, she couldn't believe how clean and polished it looked. Those maids did a very good job. The walls were painted lavender with white moldings. And her twin sized bed was covered in matching sheets. Hayate's doggie bed and toys sat at the foot of her bed Her picture frames were hung on the walls, the little ones stood atop her desk along with her porcelain make-up was laid out on her dresser and lavender curtains hung on the white full windows that led to a little veranda that over-looked the city.
She took her clothes off and placed them in a hamper. Her bathroom was huge. There was a shower and a separate bathtub. There was a marble counter that held her sink and a mirror covered the whole counter's span. There was a walk in closet after. Her clothes were already arranged by type and Riza's shoes were neatly filed on the rack. Hayate came out and barked happily at her. Riza patted her little puppy and filled the bath tub with warm water.
There was a little bottle of bubble bath next to it. Riza opened the bottle and poured it in the running water. It started to bubble and the rosy fragrance engulfed the whole room. She stared at herself in the mirror. She looked horrible and everyone down there laughed at her. What a family. She tilted her head to one side and the blond mess still stayed still.
"This is going to take forever to clean off…" She mumbled before she took her clothes off and slipped in the tub.
Hawkeye let her mind drift off while she relaxed her body inside the warm tub. After she finished brushing all of the gooey substance off her hair and scrubbing her body, Riza rinsed off and unplugged the tub. She placed on a bathrobe that hung on the door and grabbed a towel to dry her hair. She entered the walk in closet and slipped on a shirt and shorts to sleep in. Riza turned on the air conditioner and slipped in the bed. Before she knew it, she fell asleep.
At seven thirty, Riza awoke to someone rapping on her door. She opened the door and a maid with loose brown hair greeted her. "Good evening, Miss Hawkeye. I'm Emily. Mister Mustang and the rest of his kids are waiting for you at the dinner table."
"Oh. I didn't know I was to join them for dinner." She mumbled.
"All babysitters and nannies dine with the family." Emily smiled. "Please change and our cook will bring something up for your pet." And with that, she left.
Riza placed on a beige skirt and a light pink blouse. She tied up her hair like how she usually did when in the military. She made her way downstairs, into the casual dining room. There was a medium sized round table and comfortable looking seats. Mustang sat in the center, Edward and Alphonse to his left and Micha at his right. They were exchanging stories, and laughing.
"Good evening Miss Hawkeye." Roy smiled. "My sons have something to say to you." He gave the two boys a look and they turned their gazes at Riza.
"We're sorry." They mumbled. The two looked so cute in defeat.
"It's ok. I forgive you." Riza smiled at the two. The cook and butler served them their food and Roy gestured for Riza to take the seat in front of him. As soon as she did, there was a loud farting sound.
The kids had a giggle attack. Riza flushed in embarrassment, but she knew she didn't cut the cheese.
Roy snickered but gave Edward a look.
"I didn't do it!" He defended and pointed a finger at his little brother. "Al did it!"
"What?" The little boy panicked. "I didn't do anything!" Micha was laughing her head off. The three of them looked at her.
"Micha." They all said in unison.
"Sorry." She giggled. "At least I didn't put nails there like I did last time."
Roy couldn't help but laugh. "Don't… do that… to Miss… Hawkeye…" He couldn't say it straight because of the laughing.
"Yeah, yeah." Micha served herself some food.
The rest of dinner was quite… safe for Riza. She ate quietly and delicately. The little boys finished their food fast to catch their favorite show while Micha answered a call and never came back. She was left with her employer.
Riza tried not to seem like she cared, but then when she noticed that he had stopped eating to watch her eat, this made Hawkeye cautious of her actions.
"Is there something the matter, sir?" She finally spoke up.
Roy had his elbows on the table and his lips behind his laced fingers. He placed them down and took his fork. "Nothing." He replied calmly.
Riza continued eating and waited for him to finish. As soon as he did, Riza stood up and took her plate to the sink.
"That's not necessary, Miss Hawkeye. Emily and Hannah will take care of it." He rose from the table and walked towards her. He stopped at the counter and said, "Tomorrow, my family and I will go horseback riding with Maes's family and one of Micha's friends. Do you know how to ride a horse?" He asked calmly.
"Yes, sir, I do. I used to ride horses when I was younger back in the country." Riza replied softly.
"Al right then. We leave for the train station at four in the morning. There, we will meet the rest. Take some spare clothes with you." And with that, Roy left her and proceeded to the watching room with his sons.
When Riza came into her room, just a few minutes later, someone knocked on her door. It was Emily. She had a smile on her face and handed Riza a box. "Mister Mustang told me to give you this since you are going riding tomorrow."
Riza took the box in her hands. "What is it?"
"It was one of Miss Rachelle's riding dresses. You will also find her boots and riding gloves there."
Riza opened the box and it revealed a brown and beige riding dress with leather gloves and matching boots. She looked at her softly. "I don't think I can accept this." She closed the box and handed it back to Emily.
"Please, Miss Hawkeye. It will surely give Mister Mustang much pleasure if you wear it." Begged Emily.
"Yes, but Micha might stab me the moment she sees me in these." Hawkeye replied airily.
Emily let out a giggle. "Yes, Miss Micha never liked her step mother. But surely just wearing the dress won't make her hate you. Good night, Miss Hawkeye." Emily smiled and walked away.
And that was the first prank! There are many more to go. XD Please send in your own pranks that you want the kids to pull on Riza. I shall credit you for that at the start of the chapter if ever. ^^
I am so sorry this took so long. I actually had this chapter done a day after I posted the previous one, but I didn't get the chance to post it because... I'm grounded from the computer. I got grounded three or four weeks ago because school was starting and I needed to start hitting the books. I'm in third year high school now so the work load is hell. My awesome best friend, Yuuki Imai, invited me to her house so I can post. ^^ I LOVE HER SO MUCH! *glomps Yuuki* You should really check her profile page out. She's an awesome writter. She even edited most of my one shots for me. XD She's on hiatus but is in the process of updating.
I'm not exactly done with the next chapter, but it's going to be long. Though I don't know when I will finish or post it. *hides behind Yuuki* Please do understand that I need to prioritize my studies because this is the year that really counts for college. AND OF COURSE I WANT TO GET INTO A GOOD COLLEGE SO THERE. ;;) I will try my best to update when given the time. Thanks. I hope you liked the chapter.
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