Fullmetal Alchemist Fan Fiction ❯ Her Knight In Shining Armor ❯ A Woman�s Unwavering Love ( Chapter 29 )

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I do not own the characters Ed, Al, Winry or the basis for their past history. They belong to the creators of Full Metal Alchemist. I also don't own any of the fairytales mentioned. I don't own much of anything…

Warning: There will be some references made to the show. It won't give away anything about the ending… I don't think… Anyway there will be threats of rape and murder. Not too vivid though.

There will also be spelling mistakes due to where Lorna originates from. I allowed some spelling error because it's words she would use. And I don't want any flames on it. I'm from where she's from so I just had her speak the way I do!

Chapter Twenty Nine: A Woman's Unwavering Love

That night I managed to stand up beside the bed. My insides felt as though they were falling apart. I stumbled across the room to the doorway. Looking out I found that the house was dark. Everyone was asleep.

Slowly I made my way to Edward's study. I knew that if Al heard me he'd fuss about my being out of bed. I tried hard not to make any sounds.

When I made it to the desk I leaned against it, trying hard to catch my breath. `Where's those books?'

I opened the curtain to let the moonlight in. Luckily the night was clear and the moon shown brightly.

Glancing at the desk I saw where Edward had been looking through one of the books he'd found the day before. This one was a diary. I read the words silently to myself.

“I have finally done it. I've created a replica of the philosopher's stone. I think perhaps it could be used for the betterment of mankind. However I fear my life may be in danger.

“Some of the men from the world of Alchemy want to try and purify its powers. This can only be done using human lives in the ingredients. I fear for my wife. She has stood by me all these many years, never questioning my work. I know I have been hard on her, but still she stands by me. The love of a woman is an indomitable force, not to be taken lightly.”

“I fear that equivalent trade still plays a part in how the stone works. It seems to drain my energy when I try to use it in my own way. Yet it acts of its own accord at times. I find that it will glow forcing me to partake in what it deems necessary. While this has only happened once to myself I believe it has dabbled in the life of my wife more than once.”

“Now I am sure it has used its powers on my wife. We were told that she could not bare children, yet since I've made the stone she has carried our daughter. Perhaps it chooses who needs it the most. I'm afraid that, under the wrong circumstances, the stone may reject the user leading to great loss.”

The journal was empty after that. I read it over again, slower this time. It had worked for me, leading me back into Al's arms. The stone had plotted the course of our lives without our realizing it.

There was a movement at the door. I turned to see the moon shining off his armor.

“Alphonse.” I breathed startled.

“Why aren't you in bed?” He moved to kneel beside me.

I turned my head away, `Of course he'd know I wasn't in bed. He would have seen me dreaming.'

“Couldn't sleep.” I whispered, “The pain, it's bothering me.”

Al carefully touched my side. Immediately the ache eased. I looked down to see that in his hand, he held the stone.

“That better?” He asked soothingly.

I nodded. “Much.”

“Lorna wear it, but don't try to use it.” He looped the necklace around my neck.

“Whatever you say.” I murmured then leaned to kiss his cheek.

Al lifted me into his arms carefully. “You mean so much to me.”

He made his way to my room then sat me down on the bed. “You know you don't have to stay.” His voice was soft and low, “We… you won't be able to do everything you want to if you're here with me.”

I leaned back and closed my eyes. “But I don't want to do anything but be with you.”

“Did you do that on purpose?” He mused moving away from the tree to kiss my cheek.

I couldn't suppress the grin that crossed my face, “Now why would I want to have ya here with me?”

Al smiled before his lips brushed mine. “Brother won't be happy about this.”

I rolled my eyes, “He's just jealous.”

“Jealous?” Al whispered kissing me again.

“Hmm.” I mumbled. “He and Winry don't have their own private getaway.”

Al laughed, “You're right.”

I smiled and kissed him again. We hadn't really been alone since I'd come back. I'd missed him so much.

“That other man… Did you kiss him like this?” Al's mind was wondering into places I didn't want it to.

“Well.” How to put it as gently as possible? “We kissed, but it wasn't the same. It wasn't… wasn't like kissing you.”

“But it was real.” Al countered.

I kissed him long and hard then backed up, “Are ya going to tell me that ain't?”

He smiled and lay back on the grass. I moved to cuddle next to him.

“That guy, did you love him, even just a little?” Al's voice was full of sorrow.

“Naw I whispered. “How could I? You still had my heart.”

He rubbed my back gently. “You left it with a hollow shell?”

I frowned, “No, I left it with you.”

I looked to his face. He was reliving what had happened in the woods. Was remembering all the terrible things I'd said.

“I didn't know what to think Alphonse.” I soothed, “I think I was mostly upset cuz you'd kept it from me for so long. It felt like you'd lied, or hadn't trusted me.”

He sighed heavily, “I suppose in a way I didn't. I was scared of what your reaction would be, didn't think you would love me if you'd known.”

I propped up on my elbows, “I did love ya, even when I doubted you. My heart's always known the truth, that you're real.”

I kissed his lips again, hoping the damaged I'd caused wasn't irreversible. I'd stay with him until the end of days if that's what it took to prove my love.

I moved to lie down again. `Till death do us part I'll stay with him. But what about Al? How long after my death will he live?' I hadn't thought of that before. `He could, possibly, live forever.'

“What's wrong?” He asked feeling my body tense.

“Nothing.” I mumbled.

Now he sat up, examining me closely. “No secrets Lorna. Isn't that what brother told you?”

I turned my face away. How could I bring up such a morbid thought?

“Lorna…” His hand moved gently across my cheek.

Then I felt it, Edward had realized his brother was with me.

I awoke startled. “Didn't I tell you two not to be together at night?” Ed griped looking down at me.

“Sorry.” I apologized quickly, “We didn't mean to.”

“Brother,” Al broke in, “I just came to check on her.”

Ed's didn't seem to buy into the story. “Oh right, sure Al. You just happened to come in here to check as she fell asleep.”

“What's going on?” Winry was rubbing her eyes standing in the bathroom doorway. Duchess rubbed against her legs. “Is something wrong?”

Ed went to stand beside her then pointed at us accusingly, “They were in here alone! And Lorna was asleep.”

Winry looked groggily at him. “Edward, go back to bed.”

His jaw dropped, “Well it wouldn't be so innocent if I slept in your room.”

Now she was wide wake, “Edward Elric!” She slapped him hard, “You're acting like a child! They just want some time alone together. Heaven knows I'd like to spend some time with you once in a while!”

My mind raced, `Oh darn it, that's right; they haven't gotten to be alone either. Not with Ed always looking in on Al.'

“Brother,” Al's voice was soft, “Perhaps you two should go to that tool shop Lorna found. It would give you time alone.”

Ed nodded then turned to kiss Winry on the cheek. “You're right Al, this girl deserves a day out. How about it Winry?”

Her face was already glowing. “Really you'll take me? Oh Ed!” She kissed him hard. “We can see all the other shops too!” Now she was racing back to her room.

“Whatcha ya doing?” I called, “It's still the middle of the night.”

She kept running around, “I have to find bags to carry my stuff in”

“We're only going for one day.” Ed reminded her.

She stopped and looked at him, “Well what am I supposed to carry the tools back in?”

I laughed and Al did too. This would end up being a shopping trip rather than a peaceful time spent alone. I doubted they'd even bother to eat lunch at a nice restaurant.

The next morning they left on the first train out of town. It ended up being at five in the morning. Edward hadn't complained too much. Though, he did warn us to stay out of trouble.

“Brother isn't going to get a moments rest.” Al laughed as he entered my room. Duchess followed in behind him. She made her way to sit in the window.

I sat there on my bed smiling. They'd refused to let me see them to the front door. Al wouldn't to see them past the driveway. He didn't want to leave me alone for any length of time.

“His love may be strained trying to carry the stuff she buys.” I giggled.

“Yes.” Al agreed.

“What do ya want to do with our day of freedom?” I asked, motioning for him to sit down.

“Well.” He started, “We can do whatever you want.”

I smiled, “Can we go downstairs? I'm sick a this room.”

Al nodded then lifted me into his arms. He worried about the stairs but we made it down them without any problems. “Now where to?” He questioned.

“Living room, I feel like I ain't seen it for years!” I laughed.

It was somewhat true. I hadn't seen it since I'd left for Lakeside. The bedroom had been my prison cell since returning.

He lowered me onto the couch before moving to close the windows. “I don't want any company today.”

I smiled at his statement. “Neither do I.”

Al sat down, careful not to hurt my side. “We could read.” He offered.

I shook my head then leaned against him. “I'm too tired. Winry was pacing in her room all night. I thought morning would never come!”

He laughed and put an arm around me. I drifted back to our hideaway.

“I'm sorry she kept you up all night.” He whispered stroking my hair.

I shook my head, “I don't mind, means we can come here.”

He laughed a little then pulled me close.

Neither of us said anything. We didn't want to disturb the peaceful quite. All that mattered was that we were together.

Author's Notes

Ed: But Winry!

Winry: Dragging Edward down the street. We've gotta hurry Ed!

Ed: But the next chapter… Look at the title!

Joy: Ed shut up! Go on the trip, it's only for one day.

Ed: Do we get lost?

Joy: …

Ed!!!DO WE!