Edward groaned in exasperation... but maybe it had been some macho guy thing... trying to prove himself or something. Bah. He didn't want to admit to that! He huffed lightly in indignation. An ear lifting as he listened to Lilianna's words as she seemed to be dosing off. A golden eye peeking at her and his expression softening once more to the point that an endearing smile came back to his face... looking at her with the love and adoration he felt in his heart. She trusted him... and he was glad.

When Lilianna finally succumed to slumber, Ed kissed her cheek softly before laying his head next to hers. Eyes falling closed and soon the alchemist drifted off as well, knowing he was a lucky guy.