A couple days later, when things had settled down, a peaceful morning came up. Winry was in the kitchen thinking to herself while serving breakfast onto the plates in front of her. She was finished and untieing her apron when Ed walked in, looking tired, but still bright and a bit proud.
"Good morning Ed," The blonde mechanic gently smiled as she greeted him, ushering him down to sit.
"Oh hey Win," Ed yawned as he walked into the kitchen.
"Why so tired?" Winry asked, curious.
"Oh. I was just planning things."
"Hm? Like what?" Winry questioned lightly, trying to start a conversation.
"Well, remember that shooting star a couple of days ago?"
"Mhmm." Winry agreed. Not to act suspicious or anything, she noted how we was fidgetting with the hem of his tank top.
"Well, I found a...really good spot to see the stars..in apology for calling it dumb, I planned out, uh, a good night to see them perfectly clear."
Winry's eyes widened in surprise. When had he turned so...thoughtful?
"So, uh, do you wanna go?"
"Huh? Oh, sure!...But..Ed.."
"What?" Ed asked, bracing for a rejection or some excuse not to go from Winry.
"Ed, aren't you leaving for Central? You've been here for a couple of days...and I've fixed your automail on the first day here...so why are you still here?" Winry asked, unsure. She hated it when Ed left and only came to visit for a fix on his automail, but ever since his stay, she couldn't stand the nagging on the back of her head that Ed would probably be leaving again soon enough. His head injury was already healed and the bump was already gone. So what reason would he have to stay here any longer?
But instead of a sad look from Ed, she was, once again, surprised when she recieved a genuine grin in response.
Ed was about to reply when Al interruptedly walked into the kitchen cheerfully.
"Hey guys! What's for breakfast?" He said eagerly.
"Oh, Good morning Al! Breakfast is on the table. By the way, Ed and me are going stargazing. Wanna come?"
"Er- when is it?" Al asked, slightly interested.
"Ed?" Winry turned around and asked.
"Huh?" Ed looked up from his fidgeting hands at Winry.
"Al just asked when the stargazing night was."
"Oh. I was planning...uh, tonight."
"Really?!" Winry exclaimed in surprise.
"Yeah." Ed smiled.
"Oooooh. Sorry, Winry, but I, uh, have to study a couple of books for tonight. You two, uh, have fun."
"You sure, Al?"
"Yep," Al nodded.
And as Winry turned her back to the Elric brothers to prepare for a night picnic, Al gave Ed a reassuring wink.
xXx...Later...xXx
"Ed, Where are you taking me?" Winry asked, tightly clutching the picnic basket handle in her left hand. Ed was in front and holding her right hand; leading her in his direction. Soon after they had left the house, Ed had instructed her to close her eyes. Though she knew she could trust him, she couldn't help but feel just a bit uneasy.
"Shh. Its close, Winry! Just a bit further...Don't peek!"
"But Ed-"
"Its worth it. You'll love it."
And Winry continued following him, saying no more. Though her eyelids were closed, she could feel herself running up a hill by Ed's pulling hand. And after a bit more assurance, Winry sighed and simply dropped her paranoia.
"Okay. Now you can open your eyes."
As soon as he said that, Winry's eyelids fluttered open in alert. But to her surprise, her reaction was quite unexpected. She took a deep breath and held in her scream; and instead gasped in delight. She couldn't help but marvel at the sight before her. They were standing on top of a huge hill in Resembool, unknown to human civilization. Fireflies zoomed past and illuminated the patches of tall grass and the sound of running water indicated a stream nearby. Delicate wildflowers bloomed in the fields surrounding where the two stood and the constant murmuring of crickets filled the air. The scene was quite..amazing.
Ed smirked as he saw Winry's expected reaction. While Winry was marveling at her environment, Ed reached into her forgotten-held picnic basket and pulled out a neatly tucked in-blacket. After laying it out onto the spacious ground, he called out to Winry.
"Winry," He said, interrupting Winry's observations on the the nature around her.
"Huh?" Winry said, dazed.
"If you think this field is amazing, look up."
Winry stopped for a moment and looked up. Her eyes couldn't be wider. 'Oh. my. god. WOW.'
"Heh. Isn't it-"
"It's amazing. Ed, I swear, I could kiss you now!!! Ed, oh Eh, this is so..so..beautiful.." Her eyes showed pure adorement and her face continued to awe at the sky. The constellations above them shone brightly, and Winry's smile couldn't be happier.
"No problem Winry. Uh, Winry?"
"Yes?"
"Could you, uh, look away from the scenary for a moment to..hear me out?"
"What is it?" Winry grinned, while turning to his direction.
Ed gulped. Now that he had her undivided attention...well, it was now or never.
He cautiously got down on one knee and and pulled out a tiny box. He mustered up all of his courage and calmly stared into her cerulean eyes. He opened the box and he spoke:
"Winry Rockbell, will you marry me?"
Winry couldn't help but give out a little cry. It was all so much to take in. The beautiful scenery, the stars, and finally the love of her life proposing..
"Ed, this is a dream isn't it."
"Huh?"
"Now if I say yes and kiss you, I bet I'll wake up."
"Winry, this isn't a-"
Winry lowered onto her own knees and gave him a breath-taking kiss, shutting him up from his last sentence. And by breathtaking, all rules of amazement applied while the two young adults gave into one another's passion.
"Mmmm." A moan here and there, and a shy hands began to explore.
To both of the teen's dismay, the kiss ended when both had to take a breath. What lasted an eternity ended so soon.
"...Wow." Ed panted.
"That was definately neccessary."
"Winry, this isn't a dream-"
"I know it isn't. I just wanted that...kiss." Winry turned away, smiling. Taking in deep breaths, she felt around her heated face, knowing that she was indeed flushed.
"...Always the sly one, eh?" A little giggle bursted out and Winry faced Ed.
"Ed. Of course I'll marry you."
"Huh? Really?"
"Stop. You're going to make me cry."
"I love you Win."
"Edward Elric, I've always loved you."
The two looked up to the sky, and the shining stars looked as if they promised a bright future for the couple.
"Win, you never told me that wish you made on that shooting star."
"...It was pretty stupid, now that I think about it."
"What was it?"
"I, I hoped you would stay. Forever."
"Winry.."
"Yeah..I know its stupid."
"Its not. It already came true. Remember my wish?" Ed said gently.
Winry stiffened in his arms. It didn't make sense until now.
"Hold on. I'm having an epiphany.."
"Oh really?"
"Yeah. I can't wait for the honey moon." Winry joked.
"Great. I can't either." Ed commented back playfully.
And they kissed as the fireflies floated around them through the vast sky filled with spiraling and glowing orbs, complimented with the round illuminating moon.
Suddenly, Ed had a realization too.
You know...watching the stars isn't the most stupidest nor is it the most pointless thing to do.
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