Summary:
The chapter opens with Roy Mustang recovering from his injuries and receiving a report from his subordinates about the situation in Central City. He learns that Bradley’s death has caused chaos among the military leadership and that different factions are vying for power.Meanwhile, Ed and Al are also shown to be recovering from their injuries. Ed reflects on his recent experiences and feels guilty about his role in The Promised Day, especially using human transmutation to bring Al’s body back.As Ed and Al discuss their plans for the future, they are greeted by a surprise visit from their father, Hohenheim. Hohenheim reveals that he has a plan to reverse the effects of the Nationwide Transmutation Ring and restore the souls of those who were sacrificed.Hohenheim explains that he needs to collect the souls of everyone in Amestris and concentrate them in one place, allowing him to use the power of the Philosopher’s Stone to reverse the effects of the transmutation ring. Ed and Al agree to help him with his plan, and the chapter ends with the three of them embarking on a new journey together.