Date 3

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[The video turns on to one Riza Hawkeye and Roy Mustang standing over a box of store bought fireworks in the park.

Riza hands him one of the fireworks while skimming the instructions on the back of an identical box.  When she’d seen the fireworks on display at the store, she’d thought that her fire-favoring commanding officer would at least find them amusing and at most enjoy them, so she’d purchased just a few. Just a few, because what practical use could a handful of fireworks really have beside lighting up a celebration? ]

Please read the instructions first, sir.

Come now, Lieutenant. Who exactly do you think you're talking to? [Roy tears open the box handed to him while she crosses her arms, frowning.]

You. I am talking to you--exactly why I am asking you to read the instructions

[If Roy hears her, he doesn't acknowledge it. Instead, he takes the firework out and examines it briefly. It looked simple enough: fuse that led to the body of the small rocket. Okay, so that must be where he lights it. He sets the firework down on the ground, takes one step back, and snaps, lighting the fuse a little too quickly so that the entire thing sets off right in his face!]

Ow! Damn it!

[Loud noises don’t startle her, but the sudden noise behind her as she continues unloading the suspiciously large quantity of fireworks does, and she turns quickly. Thankfully she’s already reached the first-aid kit--which today contains a large quantity of bandages and aloe. For a man who plays with fire, literally, for a living, Roy is spectacular at burning himself.]

Are you all right?!

I'm fine. [In fact, he seems pretty excited as he watches the result--a grin growing on his face as the effects begin to fade. He spins to her as if to say, Did you see that? before he quickly walks to the rest of the boxes and grabs an armful.] Don't tell me this is all you got?

All I got? [Riza quirks a brow.] I’m not buying up the entire shop. I only invited Edward, Winry, and the Major General. And I highly doubt Major General Armstrong is coming.

[Crouching down, she scoops a box that she’s already fairly certain Roy thought she hadn’t noticed and opens it, bringing it over and plopping it directly in front of him. One brow remains arched in bemused curiosity.]

Which is why I was going to ask exactly why you’ve brought along so many extra.

Don't be ridiculous. A holiday like this should be celebrated with as many people as possible.

[There’s a small, smug smirk on his face as he reaches for the communicator, blinking when he sees it's already on. Any confusion doesn’t last long, as he addresses it.]

So, how about joining us? With so many of these fireworks lying around, it would be a shame if they were all wasted.

[A blonde head appears slightly behind him, blinking. She looks completely nonplussed.]

Bring your own aloe. I only have enough for him.



[ooc: Red is Riza, blue is Roy!  Join them for some 4th of July shenanigans!  An open log for anyone can found over here! Feel free to put up your own starter tag!]

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[When he turns the video feed off and turns back to her, she's quick to grab his wrist. Her session with Crane left her on edge, very much aware of her own failings, and the fact that he'd already managed to burn himself...

Amber eyes narrow as she scrutinizes his hand. It's a bit more tactile than her usual behavior, but the frown and severity of her tone is more than enough to make up for her unusual action.]

You just told me you were going to be careful.

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[He was all set to light another one off when she grabs him. The action takes him by surprise, and her tone and examination of his hand even more so. Under normal circumstances, he would answer with something snarky such as, "Don't tell me you're worried?" or "I'm touched you care so much, Lieutenant."

Instead, he merely watches her for a few seconds before saying:]

Relax. There's nothing to worry about. [And to prove it, he opens and closes his hand to show its mobility.] I'll be sure to stand further back when lighting the next ones.

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[Her grip and gaze linger for a few moments longer, before she releases his hand and shakes her head, glancing away.]

Read the instruction. Please, sir.

[In that moment she realizes just how unnerved she sounded. When was the last time the Colonel burning himself a bit had bothered her so? She crosses her arms quickly, letting out a sigh.]

I don't want to go to the emergency department tonight because you hurt yourself. Can you imagine explaining that to a triage nurse?

[flamels]

I'm surprised he didn't demand to buy out an entire store. There's a reason things come with instructions, Colonel.

[Says the brat who is on the way and was just going to double check on where to meet exactly. Now he certainly doesn't need to. Of course he responds with the usual expected banter and teasing.]

[Voice]

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[Riza is a bit away from the phone, but it's easy to hear the sigh before she answers.]

I am as well. Of course, I'm surprised he figured out where I bought them, as I didn't tell him where I was going.

[Voice]

[flamels]

Doesn't mean he probably doesn't have people keeping an eye on us anyway. Wouldn't put it past him. I guess at least he seems to be enjoying it. Nearly there. Just try make sure he doesn't get too excited and go through all of them or burn himself to a crisp in the process before we get there.

[Which. If anyone can keep Roy somewhat under control, it's Riza.]

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[INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR THE WEAK]

Don't be ridiculous, Fullmetal. These things aren't that difficult to figure out. Besides, judging by the way you usually handle situations, I doubt you would be so inclined to read the instructions as well.

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[Instructions are for people who like to not blow themselves up.

She's off screen, but her voice is just as clear:]

Don't you think you should be setting a better example for your subordinates, sir?

[flamels]

Still seemed a bit close there, Colonel. Unless you wanted to blow your arm off or pretend being eyebrow-less is 'in' now. But I am totally capable of reading instructions.

[Whether he then obeys said instructions if they were from Roy or the military at times is another story. But still.]

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[keybearing]

[Have a spiky-haired teen staring. Fireworks! Also, did that guy just magic fire or something? Regardless, fireworks! Sora's always had something of a fascination for watching the sky. Celebrations like this being no exception to that. Of course he's curious and eager to join in if she's inviting others too.]

Awesome! So we can come too? I want to see! It sort of reminds me of the meteor shower we watched back home.

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[equinamity]

Please--the Colonel has gone and purchased at least half of the fireworks shop now. I'd hate for the show to be just for a handful of people. It seems like a waste!

[Sora and Roy can bond over alchemy/magic fire.

With burn cream, where she can't see them. Please.]

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[keybearing]

That sounds like a lot! I can see if Riku wants to come too, maybe. It looks like fun.

[So pretty. And. Well. Sora may try help in keeping more a distance while using his fire magic to help light some. If necessary.]

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Of course. I didn't buy all of these for my own enjoyment.

[WHICH IS...sort of true. Let's be real he just got really excited.]

Feel free to bring as many people as you like as well.

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[equinamity]

Keep telling yourself that, sir. You planned from the start to invite half the town, I'm sure.

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[keybearing]

Right! It looks like a lot! I could ask if Riku wants to come? Or find my way there myself if I have to.

[He's been here a month. He....more or less mostly knows his way around by now.]

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[hands4healing]

[private to Riza]

Do you need me to bring some medical supplies?

[Video]

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[She heard the response but took a moment to steal away from her not-as-good-at-planning-half to reply. The blonde nods with a sigh.]

Yes, I think that would be wise.

[darwinatrix]

You're an idiot, Mustang.

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What's wrong, Major General? Don't tell me Briggs soldiers don't know how to enjoy themselves every now and then?

[video]; ID reads Kaito Kuroba

[tuxedo_magician]

Maybe you two should leave that to the professionals.

[video]; ID reads Kaito Kuroba

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[Blink.]

He is a professional.

He just refuses to read instructions.

Re: [video]; ID reads Kaito Kuroba

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Don't be ridiculous. Fire is my specialty. Something like this is merely child's play.

[Said with all the smugness in the world]

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[givetheslip]

What is the point of that? It looks almost like a weapon!

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They would certainly be an effective weapon, especially considering how much fire power these things have.

Though, apparently, the results between each one of these can vary, so people enjoy watching them to see what they may be.