EDIT: I edited this 08/02/15 and let me just say...did I even know what proof reading was? And can someone say COMMA QUEEN? I probably got rid of 100 unnecessary commas. Like holy crap.

This is a one~shot between Al and May

Disclaimer: I don't own Fullmetal or its characters

You're My Paradise

May Chang woke up with a yawn and stretched her small muscles. Flipping the covers off her slender body, she stepped onto the cool tile flooring of her larger than life home. Ling, her half-brother and emperor of Xing, said he would look after the Chang clan many years ago before he became lord of the land. May had no idea that she would find herself living in a miniature version of the castle itself. Aside from the Yao's, the Changs were the richest in all of Xing.

May's long, silky nightgown clung to her body loosely. It was spaghetti strapped and a champagne color the swept the floor as she nimbly walked out of the room. Her hair was mussed and spilling down her back in a black pool of ink. It was so thick some days she didn't feel like putting forth the effort to braid it.

Young May entered her open, shell colored kitchen with one thing on her mind. Coffee. She never tired the Amestrian drink before but Winry, her best friend back in Rush Valley, showed her how to make it about a year ago. She remembered the cause of starting such a foregne drink when she complained for the one millionth time about being too tired. After many hundreds of attempts May finally accepted the taste. Now she couldn't get enough.

As the Xingese princess stepped into her living room, peace overwhelmed her. Looking out the clear glass window she saw the sun was just high enough to paint colors across the sky. Blues, pinks, reds, and oranges mingled with the small dotted clouds littering the sky.

She heard a soft moan from behind her. On her soft suede couch lay Alphonse Elric huddled in a crimson blanket. A quiet giggle passed through her sleep swollen lips as Xiao-Mei popped her head up from under Al's arm. Sleepy gold eyes slowly opened and a hefty yawn was heard escaping the huge form that began to sit up. Al and May had been together so long she thought surely now he'd at least sleep in the same bed as her. But no, for Alphonse was a gentleman and he'd always be one. May had no complaints and zero regrets.

"Morning," she sang softly with a cheery smile. Alphonse looked up with his own smile, stretching and standing. He staggered for a moment, obviously some kinks in his long legs that had hung off the arm of the couch. A large yawn came from him once again with Xiao-Mei imitating him.

"You know, I can't get over how good it feels to sleep again." He said, scratching his tousled blonde hair. He said that every morning, but May figured better not to tell him this. She'd probably do the same thing after being nothing more than a metal suit of armor for so many years.

"Even on that lumpy couch?" May asked, walking up beside him. She had persisted again and again that she would lay on the couch and give Al a chance to get some quality sleep every once in awhile, but Alphonse declined again and again. He shrugged with a bright smile, looking to her as he snaked one arm around her waist. She only giggled and kissed his cheek, wrapping her arms around his neck.

It was an innocent embrace, and they relished each others' presence. Oh, how long May wished for more, but for now, snuggling with Alphonse was more than enough. Alphone would never get enough of running his hands over May's arms, gently brushing his knuckles against her cheeks. Her long black hair was smooth to the touch as was her ever pale skin.

May kissed Al gently on the lips before whispering, "I'll be right out." With that said she skipped off to her room to change, and Alphonse was left to pick up his clothes he left on the arm of the couch. His underwear had fallen to the floor, and he scooped it up before Xiao-Mei could investigate.

"Trust me," Alphonse laughed, "You don't want to go snooping around in there." He passed the discouraged panda and headed for the bathroom.

A little later May exited her bedroom chambers, refreshed and ready for the day ahead. She still felt a little drained, and she realized the cause when she entered her living room.

Damn! I forgot my coffee!

The princess lifted the still half-full cup of coffee and made her way to the sink. Discouraged, she watched the light brown liquid slip down the drain. Making her way out of the kitchen, she caught her reflection in the mirror. She was wearing a light blue imported outfit, custom fitted for her alone. Today they were going home, well, Atelier Garfiel to be exact. Over the course of the past five years Atelier Garfiel had expanded a second story. It was no longer just a automail repair shop but a home. The first floor was the shop where Winry worked fixing people's broken automail limbs practically day and night, and the second story was where she slept when she finally allowed herself some time off.

Edward came back to Rush Valley more often than not, now more than ever since he and Winry were married. Winry was eight months pregnant with Ed's second child. Their first one was a blonde headed boy, and Winry had jumped at the name Edward Jr. when she saw just how identical father and son were. If the second baby turned out to be a girl Edward claimed he'd name her Nina. Mr. Garfiel said he couldn't be happier that Ed and Winry were living upstairs for he and Paninya were more than overjoyed to entertain the young mini Edward.

Mr. Garfiel had even offered May and Al a place to stay when they came back from Xing. Both agreed since they had no where to stay, and now they shared one room together but Alphonse said he wouldn't sleep with May till they married. So both homes he was left with the couch. May couldn't help but respect his wish, after all, Alphonse was and still is very much a gentleman.

Every summer, or whenever May has serious business to attend to, they'd come back to May's house in Xing. Today they were heading back to Rush Valley for the summer was over. First, though, May wanted to go to her and Al's secret getaway. Previously only known to May, she had gladly shown Al a paradise within a paradise. That was where Al wanted to surprise her with something special.

"Ready?" asked Alphonse from behind, startling the Xingese princess. She turned, catching herself staring at the mirror. She began laughing at herself, and Al smiled apologetically for spooking her. Xiao-Mei was on his shoulder imitating his every movement. In each of Al's hands were two suitcases. She nodded at his earlier question, swinging her loose black braids around as she turned. She picked up the suitcase left by Al's leg and took the lead out of the door. She didn't see Al smile at her black and looked to her white and black pet with a wink.

Outside the town May began on one of the many dirt roads. The sky was clear now but the temperature was still very cool. Alphonse followed gingerly, knowing the route by heart. The grass grew lush and tall around the roads and up ahead grew a giant, old, branched out tree. The young princess slipped past the thick vines hanging down from the tree. She looked over her shoulders just as she disappeared between the plants and gave her lover a vanishing wink. Xiao-Mei clung to the collar of Al's shirt tightly as he pushed his way in after her.

Once past the tugging vines the world seemed to disappear. A waterfall, which seem to cascade down from the heavens, landed gracefully onto the dark rocks of a surrounding pools. Steam rose around the spring and grass greener than emeralds that thrived in the huge valley enclosed by high, snow peaked mountains. Flower petals of all colors fluttered in the breeze and trees of all kinds swayed gracefully. Clouds scattered overhead, and yet they let more than enough light, spilling warmth onto Alphonse's skin.

This place was perfect, but it wasn't nearly as perfect as May. Alphonse dropped his suitcases next to the one May had brought and walked through the meadow up to her. Grabbing her hand gently, he pulled her into a soft kiss. Once she kissed back he almost forgot the mission he set off on. He broke free and opened his golden eyes. They stared into each other, nose to nose, soft pants mingling with the other's breaths.

"May?" he spoke her name quietly, intertwining his fingers with hers.

"Yes?" she spoke as quiet as he, filled with warmth at his soft smile. His name on her lips sent welcome shivers down his spine.

"Remember...when I got my body back? How happy you were?" Al asked, his question simple.

"Yes, of course I remember...I was so happy once I saw you."

"Every single day I'm with you, I..I feel that same way. And I..." Alphonse trailed off, scratching his head as sweat started to form on his forehead. His cheeks turned red and a small chuckle escaped his mouth. May squeezed Al's hand for reassurance. Before she knew it he was on one knee in front of her. Taking out a small, dark blue box, he opened it to revel something more beautiful than all of Xing.

Her future with him.

Fin

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