The Sky Of Our Yesterday and Tomorrow
Title:The Sky of Our Yesterday and Tomorrow
Genre: Romance, Drama, Action, Supernatural, and all that's going to appear...
Pairing: RoyxRiza
Disclaimer: I don't own Fullmetal Alchemist.
Chapter 3: Unforgettable Pain and Reasons
"Dr. Cliff. Mr. Baggins requests medicine for his daughter's fever." Michelle said.
"Please tell them that I will deliver them some soon.'' Cliff replied.
Michelle left with Cliff's answer.
"She's been working hard ever since she's recovered.'' said Ariane.
''That's true.'' Cliff replied while still looking at Michelle.
''My dear boy. Please keep in mind... She's not the Michelle from 3 years ago. She's not your fiancee..'' Grandmother said and left.
Michelle, who is really Riza is now fully recovered from the wounds she got from the last battle. She's now helping Cliffe, the man who found her by the village river and treated her. But, her wounds maybe healed, her mind is still shrouded. She doesn't remember who she is, where she's from, what her goals were, and even the man she dedicated her life to. The only thing she remembers is fire. The fire that gave her pain. The same fire that gave her a reason to live....
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Roy was in civilian clothes, walking on the street. Heading for his lieutenant's apartment. He meant to go weeks ago, but his work and search for her delayed this trip. He has been curious of what kind of life Riza has. He thought going there might give him an idea where to look for her or what to do next. Maybe there he will find more courage and hope...
''Colonel? I mean Fuhrer sir?'' It was Kain Fuery, coming out from a store.
"Oh.. Sergeant.. I didn't see you there.''
''Sir.. Uh... Are you going to the Lieutenant's place?'' Fuery asked.
It took a while for Roy to answer.
''Yes.. I've been meaning to go weeks ago, but as you can see...''
''Uh.. Yes Sir. I'm going there too. I've been bringing Black Hayate food you see.'' Kain said showing the dog food he just purchased.
'' I see.''
They walked together in silence. It was very uncomfortable for Fuery. He knows what happened. And he knows the state of Roy. He wished that he could do something.
''Sir?'' Fuery broke the silence.
''Hmm?''
''I apologize.''
''Why Sergeant?''
''I feel useless. I know- We all know what's happening to you even though you won't show it. We all want to find Ms. Riza but we all just all watching you. I'm so sorry..'' Sergeant said sadly.
Roy stopped walking and so did Fuery.
''You're a good man Kain. You always come at her place to feed and walk Hayate even though you're tired from work. You're a really good man Kain.'' Roy said then gave him a smile.
''Thanks Sir...''
They arrive at Riza's apartment. They were greeted by the wife of the landlord.
''Oh Kain! You're here again! What a kind man you are. Hayate's by their door again.''
''Thanks Mrs. Mason.''
''Oh and who might this handsome man be?'' Mrs. Mason asked.
''I'm Roy. Kain and Riza's superior officer and friend.'' Roy introduced.
''Oh.. You're Roy. Well.. Why don't we all go up to her room then?'' Mrs. Mason said with a warm smile.
They arrived at the third floor. Roy quickly knew Riza's room as Hayate was sitting infront of it. As if waiting for her master to open the door again.
Hayate noticed their visitors at once. He barked happily and wagged his tail.
''Hey Hayate. How have you been?'' Roy said to the dog while patting his head.
Hayate gave a whimper and licked his hand.
''Hayate. Come on. I'll give you food then we'll go for a walk.'' Fuery said to the dog and they left.
''So.. This is where she stays huh...'' Roy said.
''Well son. I'll open up the door for you.'' Mrs. Mason said.
As Mrs.Mason opened the door, she let Roy in. Roy stared at her place quietly. Even though some of her living room was a little mess, it looked clean despite her absence.
''Before she left for work, she left Hayate with me. When I heared the news.. That she was missing, well I cleaned her place everyday. But her things were still in the state as they were before she left. Then Kain had been going here, I think it was to comfort Hayate. Hayate, despite telling him to sleep at my apartment, sleeps here at night. That dog is so smart and loyal.'' Mrs. Mason told Roy.
''Well son, I'll leave you here then. I would appriciate it if you'd take her copy of keys. She left them with me. She was such a kind girl. I think she would be happy if you are the one that gave her keys back.'' Mrs. Mason added and handed the keys to Roy then left.
Roy held the keys tight as he looked at the place. There were still a few boxes left at the living room. The bathroom was clean and dry.
Then Roy went into her room. Her room was simple and organized. There was a cushion near the bed for Hayate. There's a bookshelf full of books. Her closet is full of simple clothes, some holsters and not to firearms. While looking around he found some hidden guns at some places too. Roy sat on her bed. Then he looked at the sidetable. At the side table he found a gun, a book and the only frames at her place. One frame showed her and Hayate, the other included him together with her, Fuery, Breda, Havoc and Falman.
He remebered the times he was with Riza. From the time he was still learning alchemy to Ishbal, and until the underground incidents. And also their moments in the office.Seeing her place and listening to Mrs. Mason's story slowly broke his heart. Even though he already knew, he still realized more how dedicated and loyal Riza was to him. She was always reliable. Only Hayate was here with her here. What about when she's the one frightened? She kept everything to herself. Riza was always there when he needed her. But he wasn't. And yet. She did nothing in her life but practically serve him. She almost discarded her femininity in order to serve him. She didn't do anything but work. She didn't have an outside life. The military and the office were her only life....
''I feel his sadness son.'' Mrs. Mason said to Fuery while they were by the door of Riza's apartment.
''Yeah.'' Fuery sighed.
Then Fuery together with Hayate approached Roy. Hayate whimpered as he climed up at the bed and sat beside Roy.
''Sir. I think its best if you take care of Hayate by the time being.'' Fuery said.
Hayate barked in happiness.
''See? I think he likes the idea sir.''
''Really? Well if that's what you want then.'' Roy agreed.
Hayate barked again and gave Roy a lick in his face.
He took the frame where Riza and Hayate's picture was and placed it on his pocket. Then he shut the door behind him. He thanked Mrs. Mason and Fuery before leaving the building with Hayate. Roy was suppose to head home when he thought of visiting Maes Hughes. And so he bought flowers and headed for the cemetery.
''Maes. You'd tell me if she's with you up there right?'' Roy said. Hayate was sittling beside him.
"It's been already almost 4 months now. But I know it. She's still alive ... Even if I had to search the whole country or the whole world, I will. Right Hayate??''
''Woof!''
"You miss mommy ofcourse. We'll find her.''
Then Roy suddenly had an idea- Blck Hayate. The dog could help him look for her. He almost punched himself for only realizing it now.
Roy felt he became a little closer to finding her....
***
''Hey.... Are you lost?'' Riza said to the little white puppy she found on the street.
''Michelle dear! There you are! It's almost time for dinner!'' Grandma Ariane said.
"Oh I'm sorry Mrs. Ariane.''
''You don't need to apologize. And I told you to call me grandma. No need to be formal.''
''Okay then Grandma.'' answered Michelle with a smile.
''Oh look at what you found. A little pup.''said Grandma seeing the puppy.
''It looks like it has been abandoned.'' Michelle said sadly.
"Well. Since it has no owner, why don't you take it?"
''But that would be too much trouble already."
"Nonsense. Take it so we could go back now.''
And so they went back to the Limone residence with the puppy.
After dinner and cleaning up, Riza went back to the room she's currently using in the household. She made the puppy a bed and took it to sleep. Then she sat down at her bed. Held the glove near her heart once again. As she tries to remember, she only sees flames. Sometimes it hurts sometimes it's warm and comforting. Then someone knocked at the door. It was Cliff.
''Hey it's late.. Why aren't you sleeping yet?'' Clif asked.
''Nothing.. I can't just sleep.'' she answered.
''Well the puppy is asleep already. Why don't you follow it?''
Riza chuckled then stared at the glove.
''When I try to remember things, I only see flames. Sometimes its painful, sometimes its warm.'' Riza suddenly said.
''Don't force yourself. Maybe subconciously, there are things you don't want to remember.'' Cliff said.
''Well, You seem taken by dogs. Maybe you have one.'' Cliff changed the subject.
''Maybe.I wonder where Margin's parents are...'' Riza said.
''Margin???''
''Uhm.. Yes. That's what I named her. Why are you laughing Mr. Cliff?" Riza said embarrased.
"Nothing.It's just a weird name. And I told you to call me Cliff.'' replied Cliff
''Uhm.. Cliff.. Can I ask you something?'' Riza said.
''Sure. What is it?''
''That girl on that frame with you. Who is she?'' Riza asked while she pointed at the frame by the dresser. The girl she's asking has brown hair and dark blue eyes. In some ways, Riza and the girl almost looked like they're twins.
''Oh..''Cliff said sadly.
''She's my fiancee. But well.. There was an acciedent by the forest. A bomb exploded in their. That's why the forest is so small now. Anyway.. we were in the forest while it exploded. And well while I mysteriously survived, she died...''
'' I'm sorry I asked.'' Riza said.
''It's okay. It's all in the past. By the way. I came here to ask you something.''
''What is it?"
''Next week. I'm going to Central. I'm going to apply to be a state alchemist. I heared that we have a new Fuhrer now and the system's being improve.''
''You know alchemy?" Riza blurtted out.
''Well. Yes. I used alchemy to heal you actually.''
''Really..''
''So, do you want to come?''Cliff asked.
''Central?'' when she thought of it, she remembered flames again
''Well.. If its not too much trouble.''Riza answered.
''Great then. Now, as a doctor I want you to rest. Goodnight Michelle.'' Cliff said.
''Goodnight''Riza answered.
When she remembered those flames, her desire to go to central increased. She wanted to know who she really is. Maybe in Central she'll find some answers... The answers she's been longing to get....
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Chapter 3 end.
Author's Notes: First. I want to apologize for the previous entry that it wasn't on LJ cut. Sorry again!!!
Since classes are suspended, I took the chance to update. I was so stressed because my work is pilling up. And well.. God is so good to give me some break.
Comments and review please...