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FMA Cast and Friends Christmas Party! DATED DECEMBER 25TH, EVENING

The last time Riza Hawkeye had a full Christmas dinner with “family” was when her father was still alive.

Not that it actually counted for anything.

No, she supposed, the true last time she did this was when her mother was still alive.

She was still a child, and cherished those memories more than anything. When her mother passed away, she attempted to keep the tradition, but her father just wasn’t the same, and frankly didn’t care. He threw himself into his work and research, so Riza didn’t try anymore. Not for years.

Not until a young man, only a few years her senior came asking to be her father’s apprentice. Her father was well known after all, one of the last in the mastery of flame alchemy. This apprentice lived with them, and although the first Christmas he left to his family in Central, the second was the one that stood out.

She had excitedly made a giant feast, trying to remember what little she could from her mother, and the apprentice, Roy Mustang, ate all of it…

She felt terrible because he was sick all day the next day, and she later learned that he was just being nice.

Riza took cooking lessons after that, and although she isn’t the greatest cook, she wasn’t going to make anyone sick, and she certainly wasn’t going to disappoint anyone. She saw everyone that had been unlucky (or lucky, she was starting to believe) enough to be stuck in Genessia as her family, considering all that they had been through. Not just that, but her new friends that she cared about we going to join them.

All in all, she was happy today.

It was time to have an actual “family” Christmas, with no war, no homunculus, no worries.

Merry Christmas!

Apartment: Pre-party

Pre-party cooking, gifts under the colorful tree, and mistletoe is probably hidden in the strangest places (not her idea). The smells are amazing- food, sweets, and general Christmas spices fill the air.

Clubhouse Regency Apartments

*Decorating: Pre-party decorations are being done by whoever wants to help. Riza is utilizing the giant tree already there, but the rest is up to whoever is decorating! Watch out for more hidden mistletoe!

*PAR-TAY~!!!: Mix and mingle in the jingling beat!

-The food is buffet style, on a large table along a wall. Food items are Turkey, Ham, and different sides. There’s also Winry’s amazing apple pie as well as a small variety of cookies! There is alcoholic AND non-alcoholic egg nog, one bottle of white and red wine each, non-alcoholic warm apple cider, and bottled water to drink. Honor system on the alcohol kids! Don’t break Riza’s trust!

-There are some small tables to play cards ~~or challenge someone to an arm wrestling contest~~ if one so wanted, and there are also couches as the clubhouse looks like it could be just a larger apartment minus the bedrooms. It’s quite comfy there!

-All kinds of Christmas music is playing from the speakers into the whole area, but louder in one corner if her friends want to dance.

*Around the tree and fireplace: Gifts can be exchanged here if they haven’t already! There’s plenty of sitting space for chatting and general wholesome fun. Which means NO FIGHTING, EDWARD… SAME GOES FOR YOU MUSTANG. She’s watching you both.

Apartment: After party

*Anyone is welcome to stay for a while after the clubhouse is cleared out. Dishes will be washed and everything cleaned up, but chatting is more than welcome. She also has a special gift for someone… and not like that you pervs, she’s a lady.

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[A - Christmas Music]

It was nice to listen to the Christmas songs, whether he knew them or not. It was also a good place to tuck himself on a couch out of the way and smile slightly as he sat with a drink in hand.

He had his legs crossed and tucked up under him as he settled. He wasn't somewhere too loud to speak though however, if anyone wished to sit and engage.

[B - Food]

Holidays were going to be hell for his diet, but once they were done with all these events he could run his heart out, so he wasn't too calorie conscious as he selected a little bit of everything, just exploring the different kinds of food. Some small tastes probably couldn't hurt too much.

[C - Cards.]

Prompto came up behind the people sitting at the table and he offered a shy smile.

"D-Deal me in?"

It would do well to be careful, they played cards a lot. He was a lot better than he looked.

[D - Choose your own adventure.]

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Pre Party
Winry had wanted to help in some way, even though she had just spent the last three days or so working at both her job and something else as a present. She was tired, but she was still determined to help out.

Picture time
Winry had given at least her castmates something that one could put a picture in. There was a reason for such a thing as she had within her grasp a camera. She had the stand nearby for when she needed to use it, but she knew she had to at least ask people first. Walking on over with a smile on her face, she was ready.

"Hey, can I ask a quick question?"

Around
Around the party Winry was watching people play cards or listening to the music, even going around and simply going to talk to people. She was going to enjoy her time with others.
Napping
Winry had a busy day, talking to people, having fun and just generally enjoying her time with those she considered close. However after the many days and nights without much rest that didn't consist of an hour or so naps the young blonde found herself fast asleep on the sofa, however, any slight movement will potentially cause her to wake up.

He was slightly startled, but he didn't physically jump, he turned and smiled at Roy.

"H-Hello, Colonel." His nervousness didn't extend only to the video, unfortunately. Prompto glanced at the choices. "W-Wine is good for me too."

He could balance it on one hand fine enough so he'd be able to take the drink from him when it was poured.

"And thank you, sir."

"Thanks for coming, Prompto," Riza smiled softly at him, and sat the chair across.

"It's not a giant party, so I hope you're fairly comfortable."

The music played in the background, a jingly theme of some sort. Riza sipped her egg nog, enjoying the alcohol warming her throat, and grinned slightly as she asked her next question.

"I'm surprised you didn't bring the girl you seem so fond of."

"You really don't need to help, Winry," Riza smiled at the young girl. "You've already done enough by bringing that amazing looking apple pie."

She hung a few more dangling lights before turning to face her again.

"But I do appreciate the help."

She stood, drying her hands on a dish towel, them surveyed her apartment, looking like she was thinking about something. Slightly distracted as she thought aloud.

"I don't think I forgot anything."

Riza turned to see Roy sitting on the couch and smiled.

"C--" she quickly corrected herself, "Roy," she smiled, "did you like the new pocketwatch?" She sat herself on the arm of the couch he was sitting on. "It's not a replacement for your state alchemist watch, but it looks like the one my grandfather owns. You're his favorite you know. That chess set you have meant a lot to him."

Prompto laughed and accepted the wine. Fortunately he had a good sense of humour, and he nodded his thanks.

"Ah, yeah I'm n-not as young as I look!" He chuckled. "I'm twenty-one now."

He'd just had his birthday in October. He couldn't help the anxiety he had but at least he managed okay, in non-social situations.

"I shouldn't have a lot though, my friends and I had a lot to drink the other night."

"Y-You're welcome." Prompto answered with a small smile. "N-No, but I'll be okay. I'm trying to push it a little."

He had sipped his drink and held it in both hands. He blushed darkly.

"A-Ah, um, uh, th-that's..." He stammered nervously. "I invited Noct."

Prompto smiled and shrugged helplessly. He didn't want to give the impression he couldn't handle a little conversation, which was why he texted in the first place, because he didn't think his stutter made him sound great.

"Gladio th-thought he should get us drunk." He grinned. "He didn't get too drunk s-so, it was fine."

There was always a risk, doing something like that when they were technically always working. "Not that we usually do it, but it's just a holiday."

He shook his head. "I've g-got to start eating less, so I'll probably have water in between."

It was probably strange, to see his outfit in the winter because under his coat he hadn't had sleeves on, but his uniform was just that, unconventional that it was.

Pre-party
Al had insisted on coming early to help out, because of course he had. He'd help with whatever he could- cooking, decorating, whatever. First, though, he put his gifts to people under the tree. He'd just arrived and so hardly had any time to shop, not to mention that he didn't know anyone who wasn't from his world yet, but the Amestrians would find small gifts with their names on them. For Ed, a thick book on the world they've found themselves in (that he would be sure to borrow himself later). Winry receives a pair of earrings in the shape of tiny wrenches. Riza gets bullets (he doesn't know nearly so much about her that he could give her a more personal gift). For Roy, another book, this time on fire magic, mostly because he thought it was interesting. Maes... Maes is the difficult one, especially with Al's lack of time. Ultimately, he ends up getting a nice pen and hardcover notebook. Maybe Maes can keep a journal or something.

Food!
Of course Al went for the food almost immediately once the party actually started. He took a portion of literally everything except for the alcoholic things. He wasn't so interested in that. He definitely ended up eating quite a lot. No one would be worrying about him starving at the party, that was for sure.

Tree/Fireplace
When he wasn't at the food table, he was hanging around the tree or fireplace, socializing with anyone who would talk to him, regardless of whether he already knew them or not. After all, if Riza had invited them, they must be a good person. Al wasn't worried.

Afterparty
Unsurprisingly, Al was also completely willing to help with cleanup. Whatever they needed! He'd be totally up for more chatting as well, if anyone wanted to talk to him while it was a bit quieter.

"Of course not, I would have no reason for such things. I just want to make memories that's all. Of the good times." She said holding up the camera. Plus it was always going to be that nice reminder, at least in her mind anyway.

"If you want a certain picture taken for one of the presents I gave let me know, I will also do my best to sort it out."

"I want to." She said with a firm nod, she seemed rather determined to help even if she was more than a little tired.

She looked around briefly, checking to see what else there was before glancing back. "Just let me know what to do."

Pre-Party

Akihiko had shown up a little early, within Shinjiro in tow.

And this meant, that inevitably, Shinjiro started to gravitate toward the kitchen.

Careful, Riza. Someone might know what he's doing.

PARTY

Shinjiro is awkwardly standing around, sometimes poking at his phone, sometimes eyeing the buffet table. He's not against socializing, though - he's just shy. Does anyone want to talk to him?

After-Party

Even if he wasn't allowed to help cook, just try to stop him from helping clean up. Those dishes are going to be washed, and nobody was going to stop him. He's quick, efficient, and surprisingly gentle with the more delicate dishware.

Winry paused for a moment, well she was pretty sure that she had spoken to this one once before. With a small smile, she figured she might as well go say hello at least or something. Be nice, after all he had been invited so she knew to have to.

"Hello there. Enjoying the food?"

Winry couldn't help but smile as she watched her friend enjoy the food. It was mostly because it was a new sight to her after all this time and it was a happy one. Raising the camera she had brought for the occasion, she waved with her free hand

"Hey, I wanted to take a picture if that is okay?"

Prompto was trying to decide what to have for a treat and he picked up a gingerbread cookie when she came up alongside him. He started slightly, but gave her a smile.

"H-Hi." He said cheerfully. "Yeah, it's good. R-Really good."

He had spoken to Winry, and it was probably somewhat evident why he chose to text her.

He saw Shinjiro standing around in the corner and found himself wondering if he was similar to him in the sense that he was terrible in awkward situations, and it was quite possible this man was as well.

"H-Hi." He said, in the boldest voice he could muster.

"How are you liking th-the party?"

Here, Prompto could see Shinjiro in his most natural state: the disinterested-looking wall-lean. He straightened a little when he saw Prompto approaching, putting his hands in his pockets instead of having them folded against his chest. Slightly less off-putting, right?

Instead of stuttering, Prompto was greeted with an, "Uh."

He looked around, frowning a little.

"... Pretty good, I guess?" He looked back to Prompto. "First time meetin Hawkeye and th' others. But, they seem to throw a good party."

"... You?"

It didn't exactly put him more at ease, but he rubbed his hands on his jeans awkwardly.

"Y-Yeah, it's good!" He offered with a cheerful smile. "I met them before. Or talked to th-them rather."

He knew he wasn't doing a good job of engaging the young man he barely remembered. It wasn't Shinjiro's fault, he was a mess when he arrived in the city. His mind told him he shouldn't have bothered, but he was trying to ignore those irrational thoughts.

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He closed his eyes and sighed, nodding towards the rest of the room.

"I ain't real good at people, either," Shinjiro admitted. Because, it was obvious Prompto was pretty nervous. "But they seem to like you enough."

Opening them again, he fixed Prompto with a look, considering. He finally said, not really wanting to talk too much about the subject if it made him uncomfortable, "Glad t'see you're doin better, at least."

"You r-really think so?" He asked with a shy smile, as though he didn't really believe it could be true.

"I...oh, yeah." Prompto nodded. "I, yeah, I'm f-fixed up, no lingering injuries." Nothing physical at any rate, but he wasn't too sure about the rest of it, but it was better to stuff those problems down.

"I'm living with Noct and Ignis and Gladio just got here." He smiled warmly. "We're all here."

"That's good. She really did a good job in that department. I hope you let her know." She figured he might know who Hawkeye was at least. So she didn't think to mention her name.

Looking over she couldn't decide for a moment what she wanted before opting for the cookie herself, taking a bit. "I guess I should do the whole getting to know me deal. So I'm Winry and I'm from the world that some of the people are from. The only difference I lack the ability to fight in any way." Nor did she want to really. She understood that more than ever now.

He did know Hawkeye, or at least had talked to her a few times, and she invited him to the holidays. He nodded in agreement, he would tell her what he thought when he saw her.

"Prompto Argentum." He smiled, still looking shy. "I'm f-from the same world as Noct, Gladio and Ignis." He wasn't sure if she'd met any of them. "I'm a member of the Crownsguard."

Prompto paused a moment and smiled at her again. "Which means I fight, to defend my king. Noctis is king."

"Of course, I can do that." She said with a hint of determination in her voice. She knew she needed to gather at least two others for the picture she wanted, so she figured she could try and do that at the same time. More so since she wanted at least one group photo for them all.

"Might take a little while because having to go around and make sure people aren't busy, but I will do my best."

Shinjiro nods, "They seem like a close-knit group. Dunno why they'd ask you t'come over otherwise."

Thinking back toward that night, remember how bruised and spooked Prompto had looked - he told him to sleep with his guns. Did that help? Was he still seeing whoever attacked him, their shadow lingering in the doorways?

He didn't ask, because he didn't know the answer for himself, either.

Lifted his head a little, considering that. The names struck him as familiar - Noct was the guy he kept mentioning that he needed to protect, that had magic, right? A small hint of a smirk passed over his face. "See, he wanted you 'round after all."

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