Under suggestion from Riza, Mustang brings Edward along on a mission of sorts. During the week that Edward is with them, he starts to have conflicting feelings about them, because he is reminded of his own parents. Soon, he finds himself more troubled than ever as he begins to desire the parental affection from them that he was depraved of at such an early age. Eventual Royai. TW for Self-harm. Based on personal experiences.

Violet finds herself awakening in a frightening new world. When she meets the Elric brothers and learns the drastic truth, she struggles to decide what the true meaning of family is. This is a short story of forgiveness, love, family, and hope.