--It's been so long. I wonder if Al still remembers Ed or if he's stuggling like Ed is. Will they recognize one another when (not if!) they see each other again?--

I can't imagine that the Elric brothers could ever forget one another completely. Not even if the whole world was against them. Their brotherly bond is just awesome like that.

--I'm pretty sure one of those voice was Rose. That line, "But, remember, Ed. Remember what you told me. Stand up. Move forward", sounds just like her.--

Yes! I was hoping someone would get that reference. (Well, others may have, but they didn't tell me so.)

And, more will be coming next week with what should be a double length chapter. Thanks for reading!