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 4: Prelude to the Journey to Find Our Hearts
''Awwww... You're leaving tomorrow?'' Bridget, Mr.Baggins' daughter sadly asked.
''Yes, Bridget.'' Michelle, who was really Riza Hawkeye answered.
''When are you coming back? Margin will be lonely..'' the little girl said.
''Well, I don't know with Doctor. I'm just going to accompany him. Don't worry, I'll go back for sure. You can visit Margin while I'm gone.''
''Really?''
''Yup.
''Michelle? Can I ask you something?'' Bridget suddenly said. And Riza gave a nod.
''Don't you miss your old life? Do you want to remember what your life was like before you got here?''
Riza didn't answer immidiately. She wanted to know ofcourse. But the problem is, she can't.
''Well.. I don't know if I miss it, but I feel that I do. But I also like this kind of life. And ofcourse I want to remember everything.'' Riza said.
''If you remember... Will you leave the village? And return to your old life?'' Bridget asked.
''Well.... I don't really know.. It depends...'' Riza answered with difficulty.
''Oh... The village is going to be sad if that ever happens.. You're a blessing to the Accalia Village.'' Bridget truthfully said.
''Come on. I'm not that of a blessing really.'' Michelle said to the kid with a smile. But it touched her heart hearing those innocent words.
''Yes you are. Besides helping people as Doctor's assistant, you make people happy by just being with them.''
''Really?''
''Yup. Also, if you ever leave, Doctor Cliff would be the saddest of us here. Its going to be like her fiancee died again.'' Bridget said.
''Not really. I'm not that important to him. He's a doctor with a kind heart, that's why he helped me.''
''I don't thinks so.. In fact, I think he likes you.'' the girl teased. Riza gave a chuckle.
''That's unlikely. He's loyal to his fiancee. Speaking of which, what was she like? And what's her name?'' Riza asked.
''Oh well. She's nice and kind like you. Very gentle, soft and lady like. She dresses up pretty too! And she loved the Doctor so much.''
''And her name?''
But before the kid could answer her father arrived at the clinic.
''Ms. Michelle. I'm so sorry for my daughter always disturbing you.'' Mr.Baggins said with a bow.
''Oh no! She's not a bother at all! And the doctor told to give you this anyway. It will help your body. '' Michelle answered and handed a small package.
''Thank you as always. Now Bridget, let us go home. Goodbye Ms. Michelle and thank you again.'' Mr.Baggins said.
''Bye Michelle!'' said Bridget.
Michelle waved at them as they left the clinic.
''You know, Bridget's right. You are a blessing to this village.'' Grandmother Ariane said as she suddenly appeared.
''You were listening grandma?''
''I just happen to pass by.''
''Grandma. Bridget wasn't able to tell me the name of the doctor's fiancee.'' Michelle said wondering.
''It is probably that she wasn't the one who told you. ''Grandma replied.
''My grandson's fiancee.. She was everything that the girl said. Her name... is the one you're using right now...'' Grandma told Michelle with sadness. Riza was shocked but didn't say anything. She just put her hand by her heart. And so, Grandma told her the story.
''My grandson and her lover Michelle grew up together at this village. Michelle was always by Cliff's side no matter what. My graadson, you see dear, was born with a weak body. And so this and naturally having a kind heart led him to be a doctor. Michelle supported him. And not to long they become lovers. Everybody loved the both of them. And the village became happier with the news of their engagement. But.... With the bomb explosion that happened... Michelle died. My grandson surprisingly survived. Nobody even with a strong body could survive that. Moreover, my grandson became mysteriously stronger. He recovered even faster than somebody born with a normal body. But, I just thought this was consolation to the tragedy that befallen him. Cliff just recovered from what happened three months before he found you. And I think you helped him recover Michelle..''
''I... I.... I am sorry...'' Riza was just shocked from what she heared. The name.. Cliff... It was sad and overwhelming.
''I shouldn't have used the name.. I shouldn't even have stayed here... I....''
''My dear! Don't blame yourself! You don't have anything to be sorry for. Cliff was the one who offered you to use the name. And if you haven't stayed here, I would never have seen my grandson's smile again. And the village wouldn't be this happy.'' Grandma said while comforting Riza.
''I am very thankful that you came to our lives, to Cliff's life.'' Grandma added with a smile.
***
Roy is in his office with Black Hayate. He finished his work for the day. Then, someone knocked at his office. It was Falman.
''Sir, with regardings the changes on the State Alchemist's examination system, it has been settled. North, East, South, and West headquarters has been notified that the application and written examinations will take place there. And the final examinations will take place here at Central. Everything has been settled perfectly sir.'' Falman reported.
''Good.'' Roy said.
''But sir...the new parliament still haven't approved this yet.'' Falman said.
''Don't get worked up. Everything will be fine. The preparations are necessarry. At least we already have done something.''
''Well.. I f you say so Sir. And Sir, regarding with the... uhm... search... The transportation has been settled.''
''Good then.''
''Why can't we ride the trains sir?''
''I want to search the area thoroughly. It will require a private vehicle. I also don't want the public to be alarmed that the Fuhrer's on the train.''
''I see.. I'll be leaving then sir.'' with a salute, Falman left.
''Please make sure that the vehicle is comfortable for four Falman.''
''Four sir?''
''Hayate is coming with us.'' Roy said. And Hayate gave a bark.
''Oh I see sir. Then, I will be leaving then.'' Falman gave a salute and left.
Roy together with Falman, Breda and Hayate will be going early tomorrow to go to the country boarder and search again for Riza. This time, he had more hope. He felt that, this time for sure, he will find her.
''Hayate.. We will find your mommy.'' Roy said.
Hayate barked back as a reply, as if saying ''Yes Daddy. We will.''
***
Riza was sitting at her bed, holding the glove at her hand. Cliff entered the room.
''Hey. Why aren't you sleeping yet?'' Cliff asked Riza.
''Oh.. I'm just.-'' but before Riza can even finish her answer, Grandma entered. She was bringing some clohes in.
''Cliff. Here's the clothes you told me to give to Michelle.'' Grandma said. The clothes were very beautiful. It didn't look like they were worn by someone from a village.
''What? Give them to me?'' Riza said.
''Yes. We will be going on a trip. It would be nice if you wore some new clothes. I'm sure they'd look good on you.'' Cliff said while smiling.
''There are even some dresses here.'' Grandma added.
''Those... Are hers right? Michelle...'' Riza said while looking down at her hands.
There was an uncomfortable silence. But Cliff kneeled to Riza and wrapped her hands with his.
''I want you to accept and wear those clothes on our trip. Also, I don't want you to frown anymore okay? It doesn't suit you.'' Cliff said to her.
''But.. Your fiancee...''
''She's not here now. You are the one here now. So please, don't trouble yourself. It breaks my heart seeing you sad.'' Cliff said. Riza gave a nod.
''Rest now okay. We will leave early tomorrow.'' Cliff said. He and Grandma bid her goodnight and left her room.
''Cliff... I will remind you again... She is not your fiancee. She's not the Michelle from your childhood.'' Grandma said.
''I know. I am well aware of that. Maybe grandma. Just maybe.. I--''
''Think about it first before you say it. ''
''I made up my mind grandma. During this trip...'' Cliff said and took out a gold ring with a sapphire on it.
''It is still too early even if what you are implementing is true.'' Grandma said
''I made up my mind.''
***
5am in the morning Cliff and Riza were ready to leave. Their village carriage is ready. They were just saying goodbye to grandma.
''Take care both of you. Michelle, please take care of my grandson.'' grandma said.
''Hahaha, I will grandma. Thanks for everything.'' Riza said
''You look great in the dress by the way, doesn't she Cliff?''
Riza was wearing a white dress that looks like a summer dress with a matching hat.
''Uh.. Yes she does..'' Cliff answered, his face slowly turning red.
''Thanks.'' Riza said with a smile. Cliff just got redder.
''My dear..'' said Grandma. ''Don't feel obligated with anything. Make your decision based on what you really feel want okay?''
''Yes, Grandma. Thanks for your kindness.''
''Don't sound like you're not coming back.'' Then they all laughed.
Cliff helped Riza climb the cart. Then he went infront and prepared to instruct the horses.
''Well..Grandma.. We'll be going then.'' Cliff said and move the carriage. Riza was waving to Grandma.
''Michelle... I just noticed that you wore the earing.'' Cliff said.
''Yeah. I just feel like wearing it despite its pair is missing.''
Meanwhile, Roy was on the road to. Falman was driving, Breda was infront too sleeping, and Hayate was wide awake staring at the window.
Both of them had started their journey. The journey they hope that will lead them to each other...
***
Chapter 4 end
Author's notes: Thanks for the comments! Even though there were only two, I approciate it so much. Because of it, I was inspired to update quickly, despite the consequences that may come. :)) Although, nothing happened in here much, this chapter is just information filled for the next ones. I hope you keep reading till the end.
If you have comments or suggestions to the story, please tell me. Thanks again. ;)