I Love You, Emperor Yao//GreedxLing

"Wow, you look ridiculous."

Ling turned his gaze away from the mirror he was in front of, looking in the direction of the doorway. Who was there was none other than Greed, his usual snickerish expression on his face. Letting out a snort, the emperor-to-be replied in a angered tone. "Excuse me? This is traditional Xingese clothing! Every emperor for centries have always worn this to their coronatio-"

"Hey, relax, I was just kiddin'." The homunculus softly smirked. "You look nice."

Sighing softly, Ling formed a small smile. "Thanks for stopping by, Greed."

"Heh, no problem, pissant." Greed walked over to the Xingian, one hand in his pant pockets. He took off his sunglasses with his other hand, his purple eyes filled with pride. "I'm sure you're gonna do great out there."

"I-I hope." He softly muttered a reply, letting out an awkward chuckle. "T-To tell you the truth, I'm a bit nervous. I'm excited, yet I'm scared at the same time...What if I mess up? And...And I ruin the whole ceremony?"

"You're not going to mess up, I know that for a fact." The homunculus grunted softly. "If you just think about messin' up, that's exactly what's going to happen." He smiled softly. "You're going to do great, Ling. I know you are."

"...Thanks, Greed. Really, I have no idea what I'd do without your support...If you hadn't come back, I'm not sure I'd even be doing this."

"Like I said, pissant, there's no need to say thanks. Your my pal, It's the least I could do for you."

Ling smiled a little more, his hands softly clamped together, up againist his chest. He nodded. "Of course, friends..." His cheeks became a very light and soft redish color, but it couldn't be seen. "You're going to be there, right?"

"Wouldn't miss it for the world. I'll be in the top row."

"Good." The former prince nodded softly. "...Greed I-"

"My lord." Lan Fan had walked in the room, her mask wrapped around tightly on her face. "It's time to begin the coronation, everyone is waiting."

"Oh, alright then." He walked over, passing Greed.

"Good luck, kid." Greed softly commented, winking down at the Xingian.

Not replying, but obviously hearing what he said, Ling smiled. The support from Greed, and Lan Fan, was the best comfort he could get for this. As him and his bodyguard walked down the hall, the emperor-to-be softly gulped, his whole body slightly trembling. Despite the advice Greed gave, he was still nervous as hell about this...I mean, who wouldn't be? Trying to reclaim calmness, Ling saw the door leading to the ceremony. Giving off a shake, to shake off pressure, he stepped through it. Lightness came to his eyes, which were open as it's usual slits, and he gazed around. You wouldn't believe how many people came to this, it looked like every single from all fifty clans came! This added onto the former prince's pressure, his lips softly vibrating from the utter nevousness he was feeling. He looked over at the sage who was sitting behind the fairly large throne, and quickly, but slowly at the same time, Ling took a seat on it. He closed his eyes, starting to listen to what the sage spoke, the lines sounding like they were rehearsed many times.

"People of Xing, with the passing of our previous Emperor, Fan Shin, he has chosen who would take his place as rightful leader of this country! May I present, our new rular, Emperor Yao!"

As the sage placed the traditional 'crown' on Ling's head, he felt a rush of pride and excietment burst inside of himself. He stood up, hearing the many people in the audience cheer. Opening one eye, he saw Lan Fan standing a little way, and smiled. He also picked out, surprisenly, in the crowd of people Greed, who was clapping; probably the loudest! As the sages around the throne calmed down the crowd, the new Emperor cleared his throat. He begun his speech.

"People of Xing!" He started in a loud, proud voice. "As your new Emperor, I'm making a promise to you! The clans have been divided, and at war with one another for countless centries! We are not working together, when we should be supporting one another! Blood has shed, many innocent people have died in the result of this, our country is falling apart! But the promise I make right now, is one I intend to keep. I promise, with all the power I have as your Emperor, I will bring this country together! We will no longer stand divided, we will become a nation, together! Lives will not be lost, and I see to a happier future!"

Taking a breath as he finished, the crowd began to cheer, louder than before. Before Ling knew it, the people of Xing began to cheer;

"EMPEROR YAO!
EMPEROR YAO!
EMPEROR YAO!"

Over run with joy, the emperor felt close to tears, but held them back, for that would give off a bad example to his people. He bowed in respect, and as he pulled himself back up, he saw Greed in the crowd again. The homunculus was doing that whistle thing with his fingers, that almost made Ling chuckle. Seeing Lan Fan again from the corner of his eye, he noticed on the outside, she remanded quiet and guarded...But on the inside, he knew, she was proud of him, smiling in fact under that red and white mask.

This was certaintly the best day of Ling Yao's, or should I say, Emperor Yao's life.
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It had been a few days later, the sun was shining brightly, casting a special glow throughout the palace. The newly coronated empeoror, and Greed, were walking down one of the long hallways, it's red velvet carpet looking pink due to the ray of the sun. Chuckling, the homunculus gave Ling a small snicker.

"Hell no I'm returning back to Ametris! I'd rather live here in a life of luxary, you know how I am. Why would I give up having my very own servents? Talk about livin'."

The Xingian softly grunted. "Is that the only reason why you're staying?"

Stopping, Greed sighed. "Of course not, brat." He managed a small smile, taking Ling's hands softly. He got close to the Emperor, making him blush softly. As they stood next to the wall, the homunculus pressed close to Ling's face, his lips fairly close to his.

"Look, Ling..." He started, his cheeks a bit flustered. "I'm not going to leave you again, I think we've both found out were better together than we are apart...I...I'm not going to make you upset again, and give me that stupid little puppy dog face again. I...I have a confession to make. I think I may...Well I sort of..." Greed studdered, which was something he hardly do, and being shy wasn't exactly a trait of his.

The emperor's shy frown, soon turned into a joyus smile. Placing his index finger softly on the homunculus's lips, he leaned forward. "There's no need to say it, I love you too."

And just like that, Ling pressed his lips againist Greed's.

That caused a spark, a spark inside both the Xingian and the homunculus. A spark of many, many emotions. Happiness, shyness, fear, every thing was dwelling inside the two. The kiss was perfect too, and before they knew it they were enjoying it. The way Greed's lips felt againist the Emperor's, the sensation of it, all of it was such a wonderful; new experience to Ling. As they pulled away, Ling's eyes slowly opened, not as slits, but wide, meeting Greed's. As the homunculus's purple eyes stared into Ling's deep blue eyes, the spark inside them grew larger.

"L-Ling..." Greed softly muttered. "...I love you so fucking much..."

Pulling Ling into another kiss, Greed snaked his arms around his neck, making the kiss deeper. Both eyes shut, the emperor's hands rubbing up and down his partner's back. He gripped the leather jacket, muffling softly. As they pulled away, once again, eyes opened. Now, Greed was smiling, softly tracing his fingers through the Xingian's hair. He nuzzled his cheek softly.

"You're mine, and only mine. Alright?"

Ling didn't flinch to that retort, as he knew this was just Greed's way of saying 'I want to be with you forever'. He softly smiled, pecking a kiss onto the other man's cheek. "I've been your's ever since you've claimed my body, Greed. I know I'm your's."

"Heh." The homunculus softly smirked in reply. "Come on."

"Where are we going?"

"A bedroom, now, we can't do it in the hallway right?"

"W-Wait, huh?" Ling's entire face turned red, knowing what he ment by that. He gulped, but managed a soft, weary smile. "U-Uh...You're pretty quick to this, aren't 'ya."

"Well, I am Greed the Avaricious. I want everything, and I want you."