Sorry for the wait everyone.

I kno this chpt took forever but hey ima new aunt.

Enjoy

Previously in Needle in the hay: "Th-thank you um I'm fine now so, ah, I'll go take a bath now." I quickly grabbed my clothes and rushed out of the room. My heart was beating so fast but why? He's my brother. Man this night is going to be a long one.

The water felt nice. I wasn't too cold or too hot. I gave a small sigh of relief. I ran my hand through my red, tangled hair. I dipped my head into the water but not too deep so I wouldn't be able to breath. I blew in the water to make small bubbles appear on the surface. Man I'm tired. Well I didn't do much I was just watching everyone save me, but being a nuisance is a tough job. Not to mention I bruise easily. It must be exhausting for Zeno and Altair to be saving me all the time. I wish I was as graceful as Altair or as strong as Zeno. I fell like a weak princess always being protected. I want to become strong so I can help someone out for a change, but for now I know what I have to do. I have to stop seeing Altair, for his and Zeno's safety. When I'm with Altair I always seem to be in some kind of danger. Sure I helped him out a little but it's not good enough. If I stop seeing him altogether he'll be safer. Zeno won't need to try to kill him anymore and they won't end up killing each other. I like being with Altair but if it means him getting hurt than I'll just have to forget about him. I'll be a little sad but its ok I mean I finally found my brother and I'm about to find my father. I'm not so lonely anymore. It's not like Altair will miss me or anything. If anything he'll most likely be pleased. I don't like to think that but if the shoe fits. Now I have to focus on finding father. I hope he's well and safe.

I was so lost in my thoughts that I didn't even notice that the water was cold. I quickly jumped out of the water and onto the floor. A big puddle of water jumped out when I got out so I ended up slipping. I landed on my butt which was most likely bruised. Then I gave a loud "ow". I heard a knock on the door.

"Ela are you alright I heard a bump?"

"Yeah I'm fine, don't worry about it." I scratched the back of my head and gave a nervous laugh.

"Ok, but hurry and get dressed so we can get something to eat."

"Sure I'm just going to get dressed." I grabbed the dress Zeno got me and put it on. I Wonder where my stuffs at? I grabbed a brush and started to brush the knots out of my hair. (Yes a random brush-_-)

When I was done I walked out only to find Zeno nowhere to be found. I wonder where he went. I checked under the bed and under the table but he wasn't there. I walked over to the bed and sat on it. I put a hand on my chin and thought for a while. Where could brother of gone to? I got it he went to a brothel. My cheeks suddenly flushed. I put my hands on each side of my face.

"Zeno's a pervert!"

"Ela?" I felt a hand on my shoulder. I turned my head and saw Zeno with a puzzled face.

"Why am I a pervert again?"

"Z-Zeno you're not at a brothel?"

"Excuse me?"

"W-well you were gone so long I though you went to a brothel! N-not that you would go to one, I mean you could if you really wanted to. I mean just because I'm hear doesn't mean you can't go to one."

My face was glowing red now and I felt a little dizzy from all the random stuff that came out of my mouth.

". . . Perhaps you were in the bath too long?"

"Ah yeah that's right I'll just go out into the balcony and get some fresh air." I quickly stood up and ran out onto the balcony.

"Ok if you're really ok I'll take my bath and we can go out to get some food."

"Sure thing I'll just what out here." I heard the door "click" and gave a long sigh.

Geez I'm weird today. Brother must think that I must be crazy. A small breeze hit my face. Something sure smells good. Just then my stomach let a loud growl. I blushed a little at the sudden noise.

"I'm hungry" I said loudly thinking no one was listening.

"Don't worry I know a place where we could get some good food." His voice surprised me and I almost lost my balance. Man he was fast. He had a more casual outfit on. His hair was a still a little damp though. (Ninja!)

"Oh, eh ok then."

"Shale we go?" I gave a low nod. I headed out for the door only to be stopped by Zeno.

"This way is faster." He picked me up bridal style and jumped out of the window. I hooked my arms around his neck. I felt a "bump" and then was placed on the ground. I tumbled back a little but quickly caught myself. Zeno placed a hand on my shoulder just in case.

"There is a fairly nice restaurant near hear, we'll eat there tonight." He took a hold of my hand and led the way. I stayed close to him. The massive crowed of people was new to me. All the lights and music were so new. My world was so small. I wasn't paying attention and I almost tripped. It was a good thing Zeno was holding my hand.

"Careful you'll hurt yourself. Come were here." He led me into a small dinner. The lights were dim and some men were playing music. The tables were round and the chairs were cover with cushions. Zeno pulled my chair out so I could sit.

"Oh, thanks." I took my seat and so did Zeno. (I don't kno if things are really like this at the time but we can pretend. Oh and THIS IS NOT A DATE PERVERTS!.)

I looked around and saw couples and families chatting away. There was an older couple just across from us. It was funny watching the odder gentle man trying to woo the older woman. I giggled at the sight.

"You can order anything you like." Zeno said in a low calm voice.

"Oh, ok um what about steak."(Yes steaaak :p)

"Ok then I'll have some steak too. What do you want to drink?"

"Just some water would be fine." He gave me a nod and made a hand jester. A young man came over. Zeno told him what we were going to order and then left.

"It'll be a little while so . . ." I gave a nod and stared at the family next to us. I have so many questions for brother but I can seem to ask them. I want to know what he's gone through but I don't think he'll tell me. I rest my chin on my hand. The family on the right of us was chatting away about not to important things. The children were arguing and tugging on their parents close. It kind of reminded me of when Zeno and I were small. I felt a small stinging in my chest. How can I be here like this? Eating here like I have no worries. Father is out here somewhere. For all I know he could be hurt somewhere and I'm here all peachy and dandy not caring about anything. Rage filled my body. I should be doing more to find him.

"Ela what's wrong?" I was suddenly snapped back into reality.

"What?"

"I've been calling your name for a while now but you wouldn't answer me is something the matter?"

"I just can't sit here like this. I want to know that are father is well. How can you be so calm Zeno?"

He then stared straight into my eye.

"There is nothing for you to be worrying about Ela." I gasped at the tone of his voice.

"W-what are you talking about?"

"Just be patient and don't get loud were in a public place." What is he talking about? With every word he spoke my rage grew.

"Fine then I'm leaving."

I stood up from the table and ran toward the exit. I could hear Zeno call out my name but I didn't care. I wasn't sure where I was storming of too but I don't honestly care right now. I pushed and shoved my way through people trying to get as much distance away from Zeno as possible. I managed to make it out into and uncrowned ally. I was dark and kind of creepy but oh well. I walk further in not really aware of anything. Suddenly I felt someone grab my shoulder.

"Zeno go away- I turned around to see a man in a white cloak. It was similar to the one Altair and Zeno wore. Was this man an assassin?

"How do you do misses, it seems you're a little lost." I tried shaking his hand off.

"No I'm fine thank you for your concern." I wanted to get out of the ally but the man was blocking my way.

"A little birdie told me you were looking for your father." I gave a gasp in horror. How did he know about that?

"Don't worry I have no intention in harming you, on the contrary I know where you can find him." Under the hood he was wearing I could see the ghost of a smile.

Me: Again I apologize for the wait (bow's head in shame.)

Ela: (pats head) It's ok

Me: Hey Zeno how did u take a bath so fast.

Zeno: Due to your laziness you made my bath time last no longer than a mere second. Plus you forget this is a fanfic anything can happen.

Me: Man you talk a lot.

Zeno: . . .

Me: hehe :}

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