"Ah!" I sighed with happiness as I walked out of Central HQ. "That was a GREAT meal~! Sorry, Fullmetal. You're going to have quite a bill when you get back."

I started to walk aimlessly through the cold streets of Central. I wasn't COMPLETELY lost. I mean, I could somewhat see my way to the hotel. I walked quietly, my shoes clicking on the pavement. I looked around the place, absorbing my surroundings. If I focus enough, I'll memorize the place and never be lost ever again. I hated feeling lost. So powerless, and hopeless, in the hands of a map. The soft breeze brushed against my face, as my temperature dropped suddenly. I shivered as I pulled my coat closer to me. Why did my body temperature drop?

"AHHH!"

I snapped my head to the pulsating scream. Next thing I knew, my feet were moving by themselves as I ran towards the scream. My feet tapped on the pavement as I ran towards the woman. My main priority at the moment was to save whoever was screaming. I stopped suddenly as I saw in the corner of my eye a girl on the floor, still screaming. On her, was something that was strong enough to pin her down. It was a bit dark so I couldn't see what it was exactly.

"Hey!" I shouted. The thing lifted his head at me and stared. I reared back a little at the piercing glare it gave me. "Leave her alone!" I shouted again.

It hissed at me, as it bent down reaching down to the woman with a hand outstretched. I acted on impulse as I ran forward. I jumped as I kicked the thing off of the woman. It howled in pain as it was hurled a few feet away. It landed on all fours, as it stared right back at me and hissed again.

"*Hiss to you too buddy," I said bitterly as I stepped forward. The being reared back a bit as it lunged forward at me. My eyes widened in shock as it hit me, tackling me to the ground. I groaned in pain as my head rebounded off of the earth. It pinned me to the ground as it hissed at me again, bearing its teeth. I growled in response. "Oh that does it!" I said as I kicked it off of me. It rolled away a few feet and then got back on all fours. It hissed at me again, and then ran off.

I narrowed my eyes as it ran away. I sighed as I looked down in a puddle at my feet. My reflection bounced off the surface and my eyes widened in shock at my appearance. My eyes were a glowing red and then it died down, back into my hazel color. I disregarded it as I walked up to the woman who was struggling to get to her feet. I helped her up and she stared at me in shock.

"Weren't your eyes red a few minutes ago?" she asked.

I gasped as I looked to the sided, trying to hide behind my hair. "That's none of your concern," I said and then began to walk away. "Well, if that's all you want, I'll be on my way."

"Wait!"

I turned to her.

"T-Thank you…for saving me," she said smiling.

I looked down, disappointed. "You shouldn't be thanking me," I said softly.

She cocked her head to the side in confusion. "What do you mean? You just saved my life," she said dumbfounded.

I turned away as I looked down at my feet. "Whenever someone's eyes glows red like that…like how mine did…just…just run away. Run far away. Like your life was on the line. That's all the advice I can offer you," I said and left the woman standing there, alone and confused.

I looked up at the shining moon and then looked forward. My eyes were a blazing red color. They weren't my natural hazel. They were something else. Something far worse than I could have realized. I almost was in battle mode. That's never good.

15.) Red eyes are the symbol of war for Vampires.

7 states that whenever vampires are in action, they tend to not control themselves. I was no exception. Since I haven't drank any blood, that possibility of going out of control is heightened for me. I have no idea when I was going to snap.

"Your blood lust will grow stronger and stronger and then you'll snap. Maybe then even I won't be able to stop you."

I sighed at Auntie Amber's words. I said it before and I'll say it again: I won't let that happen. I won't.

XOXOXOXOXOXO

"Here," I called as I opened the door to the hotel room.

Ed and Al looked up from what they were doing and realized I came back. "Oh. Hey Seiren, welcome back," Al said warmly.

I half smiled weakly at him. "Thanks," I said.

Ed rose an eyebrow. "What took you so long? You didn't pig out did you?" Ed asked sarcastically.

I breathed in deeply as I sent a weak glare at him. "Ha ha. Very funny…" I said and almost fell forwards.

"Seiren!" Al exclaimed.

I put a hand up to stop him from catching me. I grabbed onto the wall for support as I looked up weakly at them. "I'm just a little dizzy is all…I think I'll go to sleep now."

"But it's only 9 and you basically slept through the day," Ed pointed out.

I frowned. "I'm a little tired alright!" I snapped.

Ed was taken back a bit at my tone and then put down the military folder. "Okay, okay. Sorry."

My eyes widened at my tone of voice. I looked down at my feet. "S-Sorry…I didn't… I didn't mean to snap at you. Don't apologize," I said as I walked slowly to my bed. I panted softly as I saw the journal Aunt Riza gave me. I winced as I reached out and took it. I have to write a report for Aunt Riza… I thought as I grabbed a pencil.

January 25. Journal Entry #1

Today:

-Got military file from front Desk at Central HQ
-got to Kline Hotel and rented a room
-Went to cafeteria at Central HQ with Fullmetal *Met Maes there and is to visit him soon.
-woman was attacked. Person was unidentified and ran off.
-Eyes turned red. Vampirism getting the better of me.

Aunt Riza I wish you were here. My fits are coming more often with Fullmetal here. I'm growing weaker and I can't suppress my eyes from going red. Is something wrong with me?

Nevermind. Don't answer that.

Well, the point is, I can't be here anymore. If I end up losing control…I don't know what I'll do.

Seiren Smith.

I sighed as I closed my journal. She told me to give her the journal once I return to Eastern Command Center. So, until then I'll continue my journal entries and then give it as a report. A…fifty page report that counts as paperwork.

Ohh, Aunt Riza. You are clever.

I shoved the journal underneath the pillow and grabbed my backpack. "I'm going to take a shower," I announced as I strode over to the bathroom. I opened the door and then stopped dead in my tracks.

"And don't let me catch you two sneaking a peek."

Both of the Elrics' were caught off guard and began to fidget uncomfortably. Ed's cheeks were blown over by a light pink blush and Alphonse had looked away, too embarrassed to look at me. I smirked satisfied and walked into the bathroom.

I closed the door behind me, and sighed with relief. The scent was…somewhat away. I reached over and opened the windows, finding it relieved some of the scent. I looked at myself in the mirror, and examined my eyes. They were still the light brown hazel I always knew. So why did they turn red all of a sudden? I didn't fight all that much. In fact I did all that I could to prevent my face from being chewed off. I sighed as I turned on the water, letting it run hot. It was a bit warmer for my tastes, but I didn't mind. I slipped out of my clothes, and let it drop to the floor. I caught my back in the mirror, and found the scar that sliced through my back. I sighed, figuring it would never go away.

I stepped into the shower, drawing the curtain closed. The warm water pelted my back, causing me to flinch. When I adjusted to the warmer setting, it relaxed my aching muscles. Even if it were just a small use, I stilled used my 'higher senses.' It tired me out as hell. Especially since it was warring mode. God. I can practically hear the military officers if they ever find out.

"She's amazing! She goes on and on! Her strength matches any State Alchemist! The perfect battle weapon!"

Yeah. All you have to do is feed me blood. Like that'll ever happen. It's just the same as killing someone. You're taking away from a human who is still living, just so you can benefit. If you're taking away something of greater value, why gain something of less importance? I remember hearing Edward and Alphonse talking about it once. They were mumbling it off of the book they were reading. It was something like 'you can only obtain when something of equal value is lost...' or something like that. Equivalent Exchange as they call it. Hell. If all vampires listened to this principal, I think people would get harmed less.

I grabbed some shampoo and lathered it into my hair. I could practically feel that…thing's scent on me. What was that anyway? I decided to brush it off for now as I rinsed my raven hair free of dirt and grime. I spotted conditioner and grabbed that too, lathering it into my hair. I rarely get to use conditioner; if I could use it, I will. It makes my hair all soft and shiny. After scrubbing my body with a bar of soap, I turned off the shower and grabbed a towel. I stepped out of the shower, reluctantly may I add. The steam spilled out from the curtain as I opened it. My skin was really warm, not semi warm like always. Steam rolled off of my skin as I grabbed my backpack and pulled out my pajamas. My undergarments, sweats, and a t-shirt I stole from Mustang the last time he let me sleep over a year ago. He saw it again as I wore it to HQ the next day.

I put on my clothes and walked out of the bathroom, refreshed as I had ever felt in my lifetime. I sighed in bliss, as I glided over to my bed and collapsed on it. Something falling off in the process. It was just the folder, nothing to be alarmed by. Ed's scent reached my nose again, that horrible scent. I cringed at my stomach that seemed to flip over. Something wasn't right in Central.

And I think I'm going to find out what it is tomorrow.

BN: Cliffhanger! Sort of... :/ well, sorry for not updating in a while. Got sidetracked with stuff...hehe. Well, here's the chpater. Reviews arent' required, but appreciated.

Until Next Chap! =:D