BORN IN GRACE - open; ‘rebirth’

[Roy Mustang]

Roy used to believe that once people died, they stayed dead. He believed that for a good 29 years- throughout his life in Amestris, he was certain the dead couldn't come back to life. Whether that be coming back themselves, or somebody trying to bring the dead back; like a lost loved one. The Elric brothers, they were a living example of trying to bring a dead person back to life- and the consequences of their actions will affect them for the rest of their lives. Roy knew never to try human transmutation at the sight of those boys, and he assumed the dead couldn't come back themselves as well. But when he arrived in this world, he came to recognize that isn't the truth here. People can come back to life rather easily- most of the time, people don't even think their loved ones are gone permanently. Roy was shocked when he came across his best friend at the first few weeks of his life here, as his friend died back in Amestris. It was then Roy realized this life must be a second chance, as he was dead back there too. But when Hughes died, he didn't come back. It's been weeks now since his passing, and every day Roy thinks of his friend. He thinks on how he failed him, not only once but twice. Roy couldn't wrap his head around the fact of people coming back here- as he's seen it done before. Suiteheart, Margaery, and now Carolina. He couldn't help but wonder how they did it, and why Hughes didn't. Maybe Hughes was finally at peace at his death, maybe the others came back because they weren't finished yet. Roy wasn't sure if his theory was correct, he's never gotten any answers on how people come back to life.

Roy was the next one to pad in, padding in shortly after Suiteheart. His gaze first landed on Washington- while Roy couldn't see his expression due to that helmet he constantly wears, he can tell the male was surprised, and perhaps in shock. He could tell by the way the smilodon is speaking, it reminds Roy on how he reacted when he reunited with Hughes. At first, Roy wasn't sure if Hughes was really standing before him. Back then, his mind was firmly set that the dead stay dead. Hughes had to convince him that it was really him, and when Roy was convinced- the amount of excitement and surprise that ran through his veins was a once in a lifetime experience. Roy really wished Maes was still here. He really misses him, he's sure Washington will feel very relieved when he's assured that the black serval in front of him is really his comrade.

Roy looked over towards Carolina, blue eyes narrowing as he studied her closely. She was much smaller than her previous body- she was no longer that ginger leopard, but instead a majestic black serval. As much as he dislikes the female, he's glad that she's back- mainly for Washington. Washington looked like he was full of grief the moment they found her corpse a few days ago. Roy knew what it was like to be alone, it's a good feeling to have someone else you know. They make you feel more comfortable, safe even. But as he looked over at her, he couldn't help it but wonder how she is back. He still can't wrap his head around it. He wasn't sure if he'd get a clear answer if he asked, or if Carolina would answer him at all. But it's worth a shot, it's better than not asking at all. "How are you back?" He questioned as his ears drew back to his skull, gaze locking on her.