Fullmetal Alchemist Fan Fiction ❯ Who Says Blood is Thicker Than Water? ❯ Setting the Scene ( Prologue )

[ T - Teen: Not suitable for readers under 13 ]

Prologue
 
“So, Ed . . . have any new information on the Philosopher's Stone?” Mustang asked in his usual tone.
 
“I dunno. You tell me.” Ed retorted with a scowl.
 
Just before Mustang could reprimand Fullmetal, Riza Hawkeye burst into the room. “Sir, I'm sorry to interrupt, but I have an urgent message for you.”
 
“What is it?” Roy asked bluntly. “As I'm sure you can see, I'm in the middle of something.”
 
“It's about the Liquid Alchemist. She's in serious trouble.” Hawkeye paused as Mustang punched his desk and swore. “The Ishballan assassin is after her. The last contact we had was a brief phone message a few days ago of her asking for back-up. Apparently, Scar hasn't been able to get her, but he's been close enough that she's worried.”
 
“What's her location?” Mustang asked urgently, all but forgetting Ed's presence.
 
“Last we knew, she was in Resembool.”
 
“Okay, I'll take it from here. You're dismissed.” As Hawkeye left the room, Mustang turned to face Ed. “Elric, I've got an assignment for you.”