"You look good in fatigues."
"And you look like a respectable navy officer."
Jonathan and Alphonse stood on the base, finally meeting each other for the last time. The War had called for their service and they willingly set aside their sentimental trivialities for their patriotism. One will ride the ship, the other will wield the rifle and join the infantry. Their love for each other was strong and genuine yet here they are, reluctant to separate.
They hugged each other tightly, fear and affection mingling together. It was scary to know that the danger of the present era may take their lives but they still accepted the challenge. It pained them to go, but they must.
"Take care of yourself Alph", Jonathan reminded his lover as he patted his cheeks. Alphonse told him the same and boarded the battleship.
"I love you," they conveyed to one another without saying the word. It's all in their eyes.
The future is vague. But they refuse to let go.
