K, things you need to know...

I don't own FMA. I do however claim my O.C.

I do not plan on pairing up Ed with the O.C. He has Wenry.

If you are concerned about the O.C. I can assure you it will not distract from Ed's Uber awesomeness..and I've also decided to focus this less on Hotaru and more on Ed, also deciding to Not add more than one major oc..the others just put up for convenience.

Oh and this is just a small peek of what is to come...I don't know if I've ever wrote anything so short, but do not worry. The 3rd on up will be long...the 2nd will be like this just in Ed's pov. Enjoy

Also, Ive gone back to edit a few things..mostly being to tell you about the p.o.v change...

All new chapters, beginning on like chapter 4ish, will be in 3rd person p.o.v. sort of. It's classified in 1st, but has the feel of 3rd depending on who is the subject at the time.

Please don't let the fact that there is a major o.c. keep you from trying this story out. Give it a chance :)

Hotaru's P.O.V.

**Somewhere in Central**

I walked down the lone ally, taking my time as I passed the various, empty shops. I continued until I was in the main part of Central, not paying much attention to where my feet were taking me as wove easily through the now crowded streets. My stomach growled and I quickly decided on my next destination. I quickened my stride, the thought of food making me anxious, the distant aroma of fresh goods making my mouth water.

Once I found the food market I stopped, searching around for something cheep. I sighed as I went through my shoulder bag, disappointed at what little money I had.

"At least it's something..." I muttered, thankful that I didn't have to resort to stealing. It was beneath me, and I only did it if I was at risk of starving to death. I grabbed the change and bought some fresh bread, along with a flask of water, some meat and a small bit of cheese. Content with my purchase, I walked over to the nearest bench and settled down, ready to enjoy my first meal in two days. That was my punishment for being stubborn...

Once I was done I waited patiently, realizing at that moment this was exactly where I needed to be.

My gift told me that...The one that I was waiting for would be arriving shortly.

I slouched back and stared at the sky, watching the birds overhead with my dark, golden eyes. A few minuets passed and I quickly grew bored, not liking the thought of staying in one place for any period of time. I sat up slowly, carefully, just as someone took a seat next to me on the bench.. I turned to face him, ignoring the fact that the wind was blowing my thin, burgundy-red hair around my face wildly, obscuring my vision.

When the boy looked at me his golden eyes - a few shades lighter than my own – widened, startled slightly by my appearance. I smiled.

"Who...?" He began, seeming lost for words, but I did not blame him. People with my traits were rare, and I didn't necessarily dress to blend in either.

"Hello, Edward Elric. I've been waiting for you." I said softly, careful with my words, making sure I sounded neither dangerous nor weak. I was not to be underestimated, and I made that fact clear with my tone, as well that I meant him no harm.

He looked shocked, taking in the situation carefully, no doubt trying to find answers to the many silent questions being asked by his curious mind. I kept my gaze steady, this would be interesting.

I know it's short, but it was on purpose. I plan to do the next chapter shortly and have it typed up soon after this one...its in Ed's p.o.v. After about chapter 4, the rest of the chapters will be in 3rd person, this way it wont focus to much on the oc. Review! I appreciate it.