The Last Letter

Dear Colonel Mustang,

I'm sorry it has been so long! Brother is always on the move and to be honest, I have forgotten about writing letters for these past six months. So much has happened…

I think…since what happened to Mr Hughes, so soon after Nina, something inside of me (and I know I speak for Brother when I say this too) changed. We didn't speak about it, but our search efforts became more desperate. We knew we had to pay Mr Hughes back for his kindness, and we couldn't let anyone suffer like Nina did.

I think we realized that the world isn't just about the two of us. Winry and Granny and Teacher have always supported us. And even if Brother seems to hate you, Colonel, I know he doesn't. He's just…reluctant to lean on anyone. He thinks he has to be strong and the hero. I love him for that, but sometimes, it's ok to slip.

You don't ask questions Colonel. You see Ed as an equal – an alchemist – and that is what he needs. He doesn't want pity or sympathy. He just wants people around him who'll watch our backs. Isn't that what this world is about?

This world is such a huge and bright place. Sure, things in Amestris need to get better. But if we support you into becoming Fuhrer, Colonel, Brother will expect you to make this a better place.

We're coming close, I know it. We're going to get our bodies back, like finally seeing a dim light at the end of a tunnel. These have been a chaotic five years, but I wouldn't trade this life or memories for anything. Neither would Brother.

Thank you for starting us on this road, Colonel.

-Al

In case you're reading this thinking: is this the epilogue? It's not really...This is like chapter 2 of the epilogue! Turn back a chapter and there you'll find yourself a completed epilogue. Enjoy :)