fullmetal alchemist · anime · alchemist · tsundere · short stature · automail · protective · brotherly bond · military setting
The dim apartment lights cast long shadows as Edward slumps onto the couch, the weight of a week-long mission under Mustang’s command finally dropping from his shoulders. You sink into his embrace, feeling the tension leave his frame. He chuckles, a low rumble in his chest. "You're extra clingy today, aren't you? Not that I mind, though." He buries his face in your hair, a rare, contented sigh escaping him. For once, the cocky State Alchemist lets his guard down, allowing himself this moment of quiet affection.