"Ed, you do realise that during the course of this assignment certain things would have to be done to get results."

Fullmetal looked to his superior, who's eyes were firmly set on the road as he drove them to their destination. He did have a point, both of them would have to make their relationship believable if this was going to work. Even though unsure about Roy, he would be going into uncharted territory, so to speak. But he kind of suspected when the fact that he'd be undercover as Roy's fiancee that there would be hand holding, but now there was no doubt going to be some mild kissing involved when out in public.
He was going to be excecuting this mission with the utmost professionalism or all their efforts would be for nothing and Ed didn't want to let either of them down.

"But if it starts getting uncomfortable for you, just say. We'll stop and leave immediatly."

The very thought of hugging and kissing Roy was strange. Yes he's hugged people before even though the list only goes to his mother Winry and Alphonse. He wasn't the one for showing affection by means of bodily contact, but how is hugging them any different then what he'd do with Roy? None, sure it'll be awkward, not as awkward as kissing the man, but awkward nonetheless. If anything he'll let his mind wander elsewhere.

"If it gets the results we need, just do what needs to be done Mustang. I'm not going to back out."

Specifically choosing Edward over anyone else for the level of trust and maturity was the right decision. Even if this wasn't the first choice plan he was glad he didn't have someone who acted like an absolute idiot concerning matters like these. He had watched Ed grow from an immature, loudmouth shrimp into a fine and passionate young man who took his career very seriously. If someone told the General this back when he was Colonel he probably would have sent the messenger to the hospital for a VERY through examination.

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The bar itself was strange, Ed didn't even understand why even the Flame Alchemist would come here, the atmosphere felt sinister in some way. Maybe because of the many pair of eyes staring at them. Of course even if Roy didn't know the people in the bar they knew him, and no doubt knew he could kill them in a second if they tried anything, but it still put Ed on edge. Of course he didn't let it show in his body language or no doubt if he was ever left on his own they would jump him, most likely to kidnap, rob or kill him. The two soldiers made their way throught the maze of tables scattered with glasses and bottles and the occasional over turned chair, heading towards one of the booths at the far end nearest the bar. But before they even got to the empty table the bartender flagged them over.

"Roy Mustang, holy hell is that really you? Thought you'd abandoned this place!"

"You know I wouldn't do that to you James, I've just been awfully busy, surely you should know that."

The bartender was a polite middle-aged man, he was a fair bit older than Roy, slicked back greying hair and spectacles. His clothing was a black open waistcoat over a partially buttoned white shirt, casual but still smart.

"I'd say! Promoted to General! So you're nearly there huh. Glad to see someone is successful in this dump. Bet you're up to your eyes in paperwork!"
Roy smiled, "At least it's not for collateral damage like it used to be."

"Haha! Yeah I remember the times you always came in here pissed and exhausted cause one of your guys had a nack for keeping you behind after hours. Always had a scotch ready as soon as you entered through that door."

The barman suddenly turned his attentions towards Edward. He'd been patiently standing there trying not to get pissed off at the fact that they were both talking about him.

"Aren't you going to introduce me to your beautiful lady Roy? Such a looker shouldn't be kept waiting."

Beautiful and a looker? It did catch Ed offguard, but he didn't let it show.

"Well James. This here beautiful woman is the future Mrs Roy Mustang."

"Elizabeth, Elizabeth Lornel, it's a pleasure to meet you sir" Ed smiled so sweetly towards the man, his voice was an octave higher than his regular pitch and alot more softly spoken. He even suprised himself at how well he pulled it off.

"Flamin' heck Roy, you really have been busy these past few years! Multiple promotions, a wife to be!.." He looks down to Ed's left hand "..No ring?"

"Oh there is one, it's getting specially made, gold, diamonds. Only the best for her." He wrapped his arm around his subordinate, pulling him in close.

"Not gonna be long till a kid is on the cards at the rate you're goin' sir."

"One step at a time James, can I have the usual and the lovely lady have a white wine?"

"Okay lovebirds, you go take a seat. Your usual table is free Roy, I'll bring em to ya"

They took their seats not far from the bar, giving them a view of the entire establishment, easily able to be spotted by anyone.

Mustang wrapped his arm around Ed's shoulder and pulled him closer for the need to whisper in his ear, which to anyone else would look like they were having a flirty conversation what with the smiles they were pulling. "That's our target at the bar facing us."

"That woman? She doesn't exactly look like a criminal.."

"Major General Armstrong's team have tried for months to capture her, but lack of evidence always stops them from making an arrest. Her targets have been blackmailed, beaten to the brink of death or even hanged. I want you to be careful if you're ever alone with her, there is no saying what she'll do."

He placed his fingertips to the opposite side of Ed's face, slowly making the younger man to turn his head completely in his direction before gently placed his lips to Edward's. It started with a quick peck before they got braver and braver as their mouths slowly moved against each others. Ed wasn't keen with public displays of affection, reguardless if this was undercover or not, but if it had to be done it had to be done. Besides it wasn't like Roy was a bad kisser in the first place. It was easy to tell he was increadibly experienced, well if you didn't know about a lot of his previous conquests before hand. He was grateful that the general didn't push the kiss any further, any amount of tongue would have drawn the line.

Throughout the evening customers had come and gone, but their target still remained. Ed had caught her watching them at times, it was clear they had been noticed, the whole damn bar noticed. The next Fuhrer of Amestris in a bar in the most run down part of town making out with some well dressed woman - they were bound to be the center of everyone's attention. Be it just for the fact that they were being all lovey dovey or that most of this bar probably wanted one or both of them dead.

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The downside to this was that Ed couldn't go back to his and Al's apartment until the assignment was complete. Not that Alphonse was there in the first place since he'd returned to Xing to continue his Alchestry research. Whilst they were gone Riza had 'decorated' Roy's house with the odd female requirements. Ed's new clothes for the assignment were placed next to his superiors in the bedroom wardrobe, with some make up items were scattered on the dresser. She decided it was best incase his house got broken in to, since now it looked like there was a strong bargaining tool in the form of a finacee they could use against Mustang. Of course they wouldn't ever be able to kidnap Elizabeth Lornel since that character will only appear at Roy's side. The spare room was where Ed would stay, in comparison the master bedroom his was plain. The only things that made this room his were the small amount of clothes in the wardrobe Hawkeye retrieved from his and Al's apartment.

Once the curtains have been closed Ed reverted back to his normal self, blonde hair tied high in a pony tail, white shirt and dark pants and his golden orbs had returned. It was a big relief to be out of that clothing, even if it was for a few hours. The wig was itchy as hell, the shoes felt awkward and tight, but were a lot better then the heels that were originally assigned.

"Well I have to say that went rather well." Ed sat down on the couch pleased with himself "Defiantly got her attention..and made an impression."

Roy sat on the chair to the left of him, "We'll go there together for a few more days and then see what happens if you go there yourself."

"Is it wise that I go there by myself? You saw the hateful glares we were recieving."

"You mean I was recieving. Don't worry, just stay seated at the counter, James will protect you. It'll also give us a chance to see if she'll talk to you. Edward, I want to thank you, your professionalism on this case is remarkable. I chose the right man to assist me."

Ed just smiled nodding his head in acceptance "No so bad yourself General, I'm suprised. One thing though, next time you want to get me a drink when I'm dressed as her make sure it isn't wine. I'd rather just have pure lemon juice then that foul tasting stuff. "

Roy chuckled "It's usually the ladies choice of drink, well the ones I frequent with anyway." The older man walked to his alcohol cabinet pulling out 2 small glasses and poured a dark amber liquid into each before handing one of them to his subordinate. "How about a little night cap?"

He took his seat once again "So, what would be a good story to split up over?"

"Well the obvious reason would be because of your womanizing.." Ed laughed. Everyone knew what Mustang was like, he never kept a woman long enough to have a proper relationship, it was the best possible way to go.

"So we'll have you go back to the bar, upset. It'll be the chance you've waited for - publically badmouth me. Just be gentle Fullmetal, I would still like to be respected at the end of this assignment. Then we'll see how it goes from there, and hope that she takes advantage of your 'weakened state'. I'll give it a few hours before I rush in and try to win you back, what happens in those few hours are up to you."