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[Now that he's gotten over his own embarrassment somewhat-]

...So that's what an experiment is like, huh.

[Okay, maybe not entirely over it. That was beyond humiliating and he doesn't even want to acknowledge it anymore. Ugh.]

Whatever, forget it. I have a question for the people who've lived here longer than me. What kind of escape attempts have already happened here? Has anything worked, or even showed small signs of success? If it's not something you want to talk about over the journals, you can find me at the library.

Thanks in advance.

[...Oh right, before he forgets again-]

And if anyone finds a silver pocketwatch in one of the shops, chances are it's mine. I'd appreciate it if you let me know if you see it.

...Don't look inside, either!

[And as promised Ed will be at the library today, either inside pouring over a dozen books or just outside the entrance, probably munching away at something he pilfered during a visit to the bakery. You know, after he realized he hadn't eaten for seven hours or something. As usual he's probably wearing five different layers despite the heat, the nutter.]

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Exactly. One extra one won't hurt.

...When you say stuff like that, it's no wonder you and Greed can get along.

[It's almost uncanny how alike they can be, really.]

I prefer to think I'm just a likable guy. You and I became instant friends, after all.

[even if Edward was a little violent, Ling was able to forgive him for it.]

I think I remember it a little differently than you.

[You know, what with you asking about the Philosopher's Stone by threatening him and Al with violence and causing the destruction of a good chunk of the city...]

No matter, the end result is still the same.

Yeah, sure.

[But whatever, he's not out to argue the details of the past with Ling right now.]

Just... don't go dying on us in the middle of this.

[And that... is a genuine concern, though he's trying not to show it. He hadn't felt much (if any) concern when he'd used Envy's stone, but he was all too aware of the fact that using up the stone killed a homunculus. And he really doesn't want to be the reason for anyone dying, especially not a friend.]

Worry about yourself, Ed. I can't speak for you, but I have too much to live for to worry about dying.

[That's Lingese for "I'll be fine."]

[....Yeah, he'll just have to trust Ling on this one.]

Fine, then I won't worry at all!

Good. Just don't mess up and we'll all be fine.

[No pressure or anything.]

Ha... that's the plan. [That's always the plan. Of dubious wisdom and success, depending on the situation, but it's worth a shot anyway.]

So there's no reason for me to keep you, then. [So maybe Ling should go find dinner or something, since Ed won't be making it.]

Yeah, alright. I'll let you know when it's ready, so keep an eye out.

[That's one thing settled, more or less. Now to get that work done.]

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