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Post by Fateful on Aug 2, 2010 1:27:26 GMT -5
Edward looked downstairs, hearing him yell. "Umm... are you sure Al has to go? He;s not really strong enough to make a trip like that, what if he gets hurt, or..."
"Brother!" Alphonse yelled in response. "I'll be just fine. I need something like this to retrain myself. Will you please just relax for a little. We'll be back soon." He got up and put on his jacket, mostly because he was sick of Ed treating him like a little helpless kid who couldn't do anything anymore. He wanted some independence and control over what he did, and his body was much stronger than before. He actually DRANK milk!
Ran Fan couldn't help but swell with pride because he chose her over everyone else. And he literally had the choice of ANYONE he desired. "Master..." She said softly as they walked, hands still loosely entwined. "Well if you like it there, I'm sure they'll get more business then they can keep up with." She ran her hand through her hair before slipping her mask on and pulling her hood up so he couldn't kiss her again. Even though they were alone and in a less than populated area, she didn't want to risk that someone would see them.
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Post by belated valentine on Aug 2, 2010 1:42:25 GMT -5
Garfield pulled on his jacket as well. "Oh quiet down you, we won't be gone that long. If Alphonse passes out I'll carry him back, nothing will happen so just calm down and help Winry with the shop." He called back, opening the front door and letting Alphonse out first. "We'll be back really soon!"
Winry looked downstairs. "Hey wait! Why don't you just let me go and get the parts?" She asked.
"Because you still have work that you need to finish! It's alright Winry, just leave it to us." He said, and with that, the two were out of the shop, leaving it in complete silence.
Ling smiled. "Yeah that's true, but I sort of don't want anyone to find out about it. I want it to be our spot where we can sit and relax and get everyone from paperwork and the rest of the world." He said, looking over at her. She was so beautiful, her chocolate brown eyes could melt his heart. "If everyone else figures out about it, then we will literally have no privacy." He said, laughing slightly. His fingers ran through her hair quickly before he dropped his hand to his side again, hoping no one had seen anything. He knew he shouldn't touch her in public in such a way, but he couldn't resist.
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Post by Fateful on Aug 2, 2010 1:57:28 GMT -5
Edward sighed, shaking his head. "Whatever, be careful Alphonse!" He called down to him, pulling pants on. As he continued to dress himself, he sighed slightly. Walking downstairs, he looked at his brother and bit his lip. They hadn't really been apart in a while. "I..." He looked at his brother and rubbed the back of his head. "Just--"
"I'll be careful, Brother." Alphonse took a few steps towards him and hugged him tightly. "You worry too much. I'll be back before you know it." He bumped fists with him and walked out of the house with Garfield.
Ran Fan looked at her master and smiled at him happily. "You.. want us to have a spot?" She asked softly, looking at him shyly. They'd been together for so long, she'd been at his side since they were kids, how could she ask for more from him? She never had, but the fact he wanted to be close to her? It was just... strange for her to face. Even if they did have a spot, if it was secluded, then well... they'd get really comfortable, and if something happened there, for any reason, and they... got caught... bad shit would go down, and that was for sure. "We don't have much privacy to begin with."
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Post by belated valentine on Aug 2, 2010 2:08:16 GMT -5
Winry leaned against the wall, smiling at him. "He'll be fine, Ed. Garfield might be gay, but he's an automail engineer and pretty strong. He won't let anything happen to Al." She said, making her way over to him and kissing his cheek. She was happy to finally have some time alone with him, even though she had work to do...But still, it could wait. She wanted to spend some time with him first. Wrapping her arms around his waist, she pulled herself closer, resting her cheek against his chest. "This means you get some time with me too."
Ling nodded. "I know we don't, that's why we need our own little spot. The entire palace is swarming with servants, chefs, guards, and other people. I would like some time to myself...or well, time for us." He said, looking at the path ahead. He glanced back and forth, checking to see if he recognized any of the restaurants as the one they'd been to that time. He just couldn't seem to remember what it looked like. Looking up, he noticed one of them read "Wei's Sushi and Grill". "Is that it?" He asked, pointing to it.
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Post by Fateful on Aug 2, 2010 2:19:53 GMT -5
Edward sighed, seeing Alphonse grab his jacket and get ready to leave. He nodded and looked at his brother. "Be careful, Al." He hugged him tightly, not wanting to let him go so soon without him. He was honestly afraid to let him go alone. He bit his lip and took a step back. When Winry wrapped her arms around him, he sighed. He wrapped his arm around her shoulders and kissed her forehead.
"That's a good thing." He smiled happily and looked down at her.
Ran Fan smiled through her mask. "I'd like to spend time with you Master, but if we're going to do that, you shouldn't wear your palace clothing and crown as you are now. I could... wear other clothes... if it would please you." Not that it would do much good. Her automail was pretty distinct, but the spikes came off. If she wore a long sleeved shirt or dress no one would notice. Maybe they could go back and change before they got there? Then again, everyone recognized Ling. he was hard to forget, especially since he had changed so much to help those in the lower classes, mostly the people they were out around now.
Blinking a few times, she looked at the sign. "Yes! I remember the fence You tripped over it and I caught you." She walked towards it with him simply.
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Post by belated valentine on Aug 2, 2010 2:48:12 GMT -5
"He's going to be fine, don't worry." She whispered, nuzzling further into his chest and smiling. He smelled so good, especially after his shower. Looking up, she smiled, her bright blue eyes meeting his beautiful golden ones. "I really did miss you, you know. It was different without you." She muttered, running her hands up his back, over the muscles and the large scars that covered his right shoulder. Her fingers dropped to his hand and she gently wrapped them around it, savoring the warmth that had now returned to it before she gave him a tug, leading him down the hallway.
Ling laughed slightly. "I didn't really have time to change. If I left the room they would have noticed and asked me where I was going, then they would have sent more guards with me. I'm sure that even if I'm not wearing the clothes I am now, people will still notice who I am. That;s why I want to go eat somewhere quiet with no people." He said, his now dark again eyes searching for her brown ones. Looking up, he smiled. "So that's it huh? Well then I guess we managed to find the place. Let's see if it's still the same."
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Post by Fateful on Aug 2, 2010 3:00:33 GMT -5
Edward watched them leave and let out a sigh, almost unsure of what to do. He'd just gotten Al back and he was taking off like a big boy. Eh.. When Winry slid her hands over his body, his mind immediately switched modes and he turned to face her. Smiling, his fingers laced with hers and he walked upstairs with her. His hands tapped the curves in her waist, knowing she was ticklish, smiling as they bound upstairs, his automail leg hitting the ground somewhat loudly.
Ran Fan nodded. "I agree with you.. I'm sure everyone notices you." she said, laughing softly as they approached the restaurant. Inside was four or five people, but it wasn't really crowded. Four of those five worked there, and the other was a small boy no older than 6 who appeared to be related to one of the woman working there. Looking at Ling, she felt content that no one else was there. "Looks the same to me." She added with a smile in his direction.
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Post by belated valentine on Aug 2, 2010 3:16:49 GMT -5
Winry pushed open the door to her bedroom, pushing him onto the bed. They hadn't done anything more than make out so she wasn't afraid that he'd push her anywhere she didn't want to go. Climbing on top of him, she pushed back his damp hair, kissing him lightly. Running her fingers through his hair she realized there was a lump under the comforter. When she pushed it back, a pile of Edward's clothing was revealed and she raised an eyebrow. Had Den dragged these in here and hidden them? "Umm...Ed."
He pushed open the door, making his way into the restaurant and smiling at the person working the place. He remembered the face faintly. His slitted eyes searched the area as he fought to remember. A few memories fluttered by. He remembered being in the place, just not how it looked like from the outside. He ordered a table and lead Ran Fan over to it, sitting down and picking up one of the menus. He began to read it, his mouth watering at everything on it. When the waiter came by, he ordered one of everything.
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Post by Fateful on Aug 2, 2010 3:25:49 GMT -5
Edward moved backwards into her room, knowing that this was one of those many times were something steamy was going to happen between them. He flushed and leaned forward, his lips brushing against hers before he fell onto her bed. Something was under him and he felt something poking into his back. "Den?" No that couldn't be her. When Winry pulled back his sheet, and his eyes widened. "YOU'RE the one who stole my clothing?!" He stood up, grabbing some of his pants nad underwear, one of his shirts falling onto the floor, lipstick all over the collar.
Ran Fan wasn't surprised by the reaction of those who worked there. The fact that he was there made them look at one another, and mutter amongst themselves, unsure of what to do. When Ling ordered everything, they bowed and scampered off to the kitchens, and she could hear loud voice, and gasps from who she guessed where chefs. "You make with the impression." She teased, looking around them. When she was satisfied, she pulled her mask from her face and let it fall. The string caught around her neck and slid across her back.
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Post by belated valentine on Aug 2, 2010 3:34:18 GMT -5
Winry fell back on her bottom when he stood up. She glared up at him when he falsely accused her. "What?! NO! I didn't take your clothes, Ed!" She said, pulling herself to her feet and looking over at him. Her eyes drifted to the shirt in his hand, noticing the lipstick stain at the collar. A sick feeling hit her stomach and she stepped forward. She didn't wear lipstick...she hadn't been the one that stained his shirt. Grabbing the shirt, she touched the area. "Why is there...why is..."
Ling smiled. "Do you think we'll get free food?" He asked, laughing slightly. Even if they willing to allow him to dine for free, he HAD ordered everything on the menu. He'd feel bad if he left the place without paying for any of it. "This is going to be great, I'm so hungry and all the food seems good. This place smells amazing." He said, leaning back in his seat. His legs were crossed as were his arms. His eyes were shut and he was smiling as he awaited the meal. It was going to take awhile, he knew, to finish this considering how much he'd ordered.
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Post by Fateful on Aug 2, 2010 3:40:49 GMT -5
Edward grabbed his clothes from her bed and found more in the closet, starting to messily fold them and stack them on her bed. "What're you talking about? What's what?" He asked. When he turned to face her, he saw the lipstick and his eyes widened, pointing at it. "No, dude that's not what you think! I'm always with you or with Al! Who else would I be able to... be with? Winry... come on, do you really think I'd do that? Maybe Al was wearing it or something. It's not mine! I don't know where it came from..." His eyes seemed desperate, his heart was pounding and he was so scared. What the hell happened? HOW did this happen? Was she testing him or something?
Ran Fan nodded. "It happened when we were young too. They always gave you free food simply because you're royalty and where honored to serve you." She knew that he'd never accept anything for free, not just because of how much he ordered, but because he had more than enough to pay for it now. "Sorry master." She said, crossing her legs, looking over at him. They were tucked under her body, hidden by the table. "But it looks like we'll be here for quite some time. Imagine all the paperwork that's going to remain undone with us waiting here for so long."
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Post by belated valentine on Aug 2, 2010 3:53:25 GMT -5
Winry gripped the shirt, sitting down on the bed as she continued to stare at it. So many thoughts ran through her head. Was he seeing someone else? But he told her she was the only girl he wanted to be with...She listened to him try and explain, but she was having a hard time hearing because the beating of her heart was so loud it blocked anything else out. "It's lipstick, Ed.." She paused. "W-Why would Al wear your shirt? He can't fit in them, he's still too thin! This is yours. Y-You..." Lifting her head to look at him, she tried to seem angry but only managed to look upset. "Oh my god, Ed. You were..."
Ling laughed slightly. "Paperwork? Psh, that can wait. I took care of the important ones, the rest can wait awhile. I mean, I have to eat too. They can't expect me to sit at the desk all day long and do nothing but paperwork.' He said, smirking at her. He picked up one of the cookies that were on the table for snacking on and ate it. "I wish I could just make it all finish on it's own. Maybe there's some kind of paperwork finishing alchemy out there or something." He chuckled, leaning forward and placing his elbows on the table and reaching for another cookie. "Mmm, I don't mind if it takes long."
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Post by Fateful on Aug 2, 2010 4:07:36 GMT -5
Edward shook his head. "I know what lipstick is Winry! I swear I haven't been with anyone else but you! How can you say that I have without even asking me first?! I said that I haven't been seeing someone else and you won't even believe me?! What the fuck? Winry... I love you... please, listen." He grabbed her wrist. "I don't know what happened... or were it came from.. Maybe it's not lipstick. What if it's something from Den or whatever I don't know. It's not mine. Please... I'm begging you. I love you and only you! Why would I cheat?!"
Ran Fan smiled at him. "They could, but I'm sure they also expect you to marry fifty times and spend your time divided between your wives, your duties and Xing parties." She smiled at him sweetly and sat up straight across the table of him. A minute or so later, one of the waitresses brought over some of what he ordered, soup and some of the simpler things on the menu that was no problem to prepare. It was strange to see any form of royalty speaking to their guard, but she was quite surprised to see a female guard sitting at the table across from the Emperor, of all people, mask off, speaking with him casually. It was so... out of place. But, she wasn't one to judge. She just watched the girl and the Emperor. It... was almost like they were... friends?
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Post by belated valentine on Aug 2, 2010 4:21:43 GMT -5
Winry moved back when he grabbed her, pushing him away. "I don't know Ed! I love you too, but god...if you're going behind my back and...then I can't do this!" She stopped, the tears welling up in her eyes though she tried to push them away. God damn it, why did she have to cry? She hated crying. "If you didn't do anything then explain to me why this is here, Edward. You can't, can you? No, because some girl wasn't careful enough to make sure she didn't get her stupid make up all over you! And yes, it IS lipstick. Unless you can give me me an explanation as to what it could possibly be other than lip stick!" She yelled, smacking him with the shirt. She couldn't picture Edward with his hands all over another girl. It made her sick to think that he whispered things into her ear like he did with her, or that he patted her head or ruffled her hair the same way he did hers. Or that he...he kissed the sleazy bitch!
Ling laughed. "Oh yeah, I don't think I'm going to have anymore free time ever again with the way thngs are going now." He said, smirking. He wasn't complaining. He'd asked for this, he wanted this and he knew all the responsibilities that came along with it. He didn't care as long as he could change Xing's systems and make it into a better country. "But I don't plan to marry yet, and even if I do I don't think I want that many wives. I mean, I think I'd be okay with just one." He smiled, looking over at her, a pink tint on his cheeks. "I think I have in mind the girl I'd like to marry too." He smirked, picking up the spoon and starting to eat. "Mm, this is amazing."
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Post by Fateful on Aug 2, 2010 4:30:36 GMT -5
Edward stared at her, his mouth gaping open like a fish. "I.. Y- That... What the hell?!" He yelled. "I haven't even been wearing my clothes because someone keeps taking them. Den hasn't been sleeping with me, so maybe she's been dragging them around or something because they have my scent on them! How should I know! When was the last time you saw me wear that shirt? We were back in Resembool, and you're seriously mad at me with all the guys you have lining up outside this place to see you? To take of their clothes for you so you can ogle at the naked bodies?! And then you DEFEND them?! I call bullshit! It's been like that since I got here. Don't fuck with me, did you put this on here so you had a reason to fight with me or something? What, are you testing me?!"
Ran Fan blushed darkly. "master..." She whispered softly, looking around the room to make sure no one heard that. "I don't think you should make declarations like that... I mean..." She whispered. Looking at her hands, she sighed softly. "I do care for you master, but... I don't think, if you're thinking what I think... you're... thinking, not to be vain, or selfish, or anything but... I'm not exactly..." Deciding she was rambling, she looked down at the table and put something in her mouth and chewed on it to give her a reason to stop talking. "It is good." She started to eat with him normally, hoping he'd forget what she'd said. Truth be told, she shouldn't have said it to begin with, and really wished she hadn't. "Sorry..." She whispered, looking up at him, a light blush on her face. "I was out of line..."
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