I started to get restless. This 'only reading and silence is demanded' view is really boring me. I sighed as I closed the book I was reading in a 'clack' of the cover's reaching each other. I had just about read half of the Basic Alchemy books and was stockpiled on information that I didn't really took interest in. Alchemy wasn't my thing.

Or so I say.

I felt someone watching me so I looked off to the side. I found Nina, Tucker's daughter, staring at me with her big blue eyes. When she realized I was looking at her, she drew back instantly, timid as ever. My eyes starting getting big, I stood up and walked over to where Nina was hiding. I found her at the edge of a stair case, staring up at me cutely.

"I'm sorry, pretty lady. I didn't mean to bother you…" she apologized rubbing a leg against the other. I had to suppress my squeal at that moment as I bent down, barely containing my sheer happiness.

"Don't worry. You didn't bother me," I said gingerly holding out my hand for her. "I'm Seiren. Seiren Smith. You're Nina right?"

She nodded, her braids bouncing with her head. "Yeah! I'm Nina. Nina Tucker," she said, mimicking my introduction. She grabbed my hand and shook it gently. "You're Say Say!"

I blinked my eyes, a dumbfound expression crossing my face. "Say Say?" I asked, curiosity etched into my voice.

"Mm-Hm! You're Say Say! Big Sister Say!" she announced cheerfully, smiling.

I started to crack open a grin as I couldn't hold it in anymore. I threw my arms around her, swaying ever so gently. "AWWW!" I squealed. "You are too CUTE! I could just about hug you to death!"

Nina stayed still as she and I swayed together, hugging. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw her face surprised and confusion in her eyes. I drew back, still holding onto her shoulders. "Well, Big Sister Say wants to introduce you to someone."

"Huh?" she said and then before she knew it, I had scooped her up and she was now dangling over my shoulder, giggling.

"Say Say!" she said laughing. "Where we going?"

I zoomed over to where I know Alphonse and Edward were sitting and couldn't help myself. I hid behind a book case and then peered in at Al and Ed, who were still reading. I put a finger to my lips, signaling Nina to keep quiet. She giggled and mimicked me, holding a finger to her lips too. I picked up a book and sneaked back to where I was hiding. I tossed it over, at Alphonse. I could hear the clank of metal, indicating that I had hit him in the chest plate.

"Huh?" Al asked, picking up the book.

Me and Nina peered over, and Al saw us and started pointing to the book in his hand. I nodded, and then motioned towards Nina. As if he read my mind, he crawled over and met up with us.

"Yes?" Al asked.

"Alphonse, this is Nina. Nina, this is Alphonse," I introduced correctly for the first time ever.

"Big Brother Alphonse!" Nina cheered, delighted. I beamed at her, laughing. Al chuckled too and scooped Nina up just the way I did and put her on his shoulders. "Whoa!" she said, smiling.

"Yeah! Up high! Up high!" Al said laughing.

I laughed and started to run around Al and Nina like an airplane. "Zoom!" I said, smiling whole heartedly.

I heard a frustrated groan, and then I stopped running and shifted my attention to the annoyed blond in front of me. "Al, we're supposed to be studying," Ed prodded.

Al sighed. "Right, sorry. I was just taking a small break," Al apologized.

"Seiren? How far did you go into?" Ed asked, all attention on me.

I sighed as I pointed to my stack of books on the right. "I read half of the Basic Alchemy research files. I think I have about forty more left," I replied.

XOXOXOXOXO

A few minutes went by, and I had continued reading. The words didn't really stay in my brain so I had to keep rereading the same line twice, so it could stay etched into my brain. I was still bored. And I wanted to play more with Nina. She was too cute to ignore! I glanced in her direction and found her petting Alexander, her big white dog. Her face was so blissful, I had wanted to scoop her up again.

"Is this how it's like?" Nina asked softly. My eyes perked up as I turned my attention to her.

"Is this how what's like?" I asked, confused.

"It's so lonely," Nina said softly. I dropped my book and stared at her. "Mommy left two years ago. She and Daddy were yelling at each other a lot. Mommy left and all I had was Daddy. I have Alexander and Daddy, but Daddy's always working. So I only have Alexander with me…"

I stared at her, heartbroken. I couldn't say that I didn't know how she felt. But to feel this way so young…I couldn't bare it. I was about to say something but I was interrupted when I heard a book clacking closed. I looked over to where the noise is and found Ed putting down his book and stretching.

"Ugh…I'm so stiff," he said and started stretching out his limbs. "I need a little work out," Ed said and then pointed at the dog. "You!" Ed announced, gaining attention of Alexander. "I, Edward Elric, will vanquish you with my awesome power!" Ed said and then started chasing the dog off. "Get back here you mangy mutt!"

I smiled as I watched him chase off Alexander and around the place. I looked over at Nina and found her smiling and laughing. I smiled warmly. So Ed isn't such a bad guy after all.

Soon after, Ed, Al and Nina had ended up playing outside. I was going to join them, but after looking over the place, I figured I needed to be cleaning out this mess. I couldn't stand seeing it so dirty. I was washing the dishes when I heard someone come in.

"You know you don't have to clean all of this. You've done enough as it is," Tucker said.

I dismissed the thought with a wave of my hand. "Oh, it's not a problem. I've done a lot of cleaning in the past. It was my job, really. It's fine. I'd be happy to do this for you and Nina."

I heard laughing in the corner of my ear, and then I found it was Nina. "Big Sister Say! Come play with us!"

"Yeah, Cat Ears! Stop being such a downer!" Ed called back jokingly.

I pouted as I stuck my head out the window and called back. "I'm the downer? I'm the one who offered to play in the first place!" I called back, annoyed. I heard Ed's laughter and then found myself smiling as well.

Tucker chuckled. "Go on. It's fine. I think you've don a remarkable job on the place as it is," Tucker said dismissing me.

I half smiled and then bowed. "Okay, thank you." And with one hand I removed the apron I had on, and ran outside. "Nina!" I called.

XoXo…A couple hours later …XoXo

We, all tired out from running and playing, lied down on the soft green grass, staring at passing clouds. I'm not sure how long we've been playing, but when you're having fun, time flies. Alphonse was next to me while Nina lied in between me and Ed. It was strange how all of this played out. It was like a little family. Nina our little daughter, and I felt like I was her mother. It couldn't be helped. It's been so long since I felt how it was like to have a real family, I almost forgot. The only thing is in our little family, who was the father?

"How many times did you fall?" Ed teased, and I knew he was referring to me.

I shot up into a sitting position, a half smile on my lips. "Ten; and that's only because you tripped me!"

Ed chuckled as he sat upright too, along with Nina. "I only tripped you once, the rest were all your own."

I scoffed, trying to hide my smile. "Yeah, well how many times did Alexander tackle you to the ground?"

"Seven," Al chuckled, sitting upright as well.

Ed's cheeks turned pink as he looked off to the side. "Yeah, well that's not as bad falling on your face every five seconds."

I laughed, unable to conceal my smile anymore. "Nice comeback, Fullmetal," I said mockingly, much to his annoyance.

Nina giggled. "You two must really like each other, huh?" Nina asked innocently.

"H-Huh?" I asked my entire face taking on a shade of pink. I glanced at Ed, finding his face red with embarrassment too. Our eyes met, and we held it for a few seconds before turning away from each other. I tried to hide my blush, it being as stubborn as me and not moving.

"I-It's not like that. Nothing of the sort," Ed's voice said after a moment of silence.

"Hey, Seiren! Ed, Al! Time to get going!" Havoc called. I just knew it was him; I could practically see the cigarette dangling from his mouth.

I sighed and stood up, giving Nina a hug before we left. "I'm sorry, we'll come back some other time. Alright?" I said, trying to cheer her up.

"Okay…" was her sad reply. Then she perked up as Tucker came towards her and patted her head.

"Hey Nina? How would you like to play with Daddy tomorrow?" Tucker asked. Nina immediately beamed.

"Wow! Really!" Nina said and then waved at our retreating figures. "Big Sister Say! Big brother Edward! Hear that? Daddy's playing with me tomorrow!"

Me and Ed smiled. Ed put up his hand in a wave. "Have fun Nina!" he called out, smiling. My cheeks became touched with a tint of pink and then I looked away. Why did Nina say that we like each other? It's not like I had a crush on Ed…did I?

XoXo… At the Hotel …XoXo

I jumped onto my bed and then something fell onto the floor. I ignored it, already knowing what it was. It was my school uniform for tomorrow. I didn't like the fact that is arrived today. That meant that the security guard got me in, and I'd have to go to school tomorrow. That also meant that I couldn't play with Nina tomorrow. Damn it.

I sat up bringing the pillow up with me. I scanned over the room and found Ed asleep. And I mean dead asleep. He was barely moving and all I could hear was our breathing. It kind of scared me a little that I was the only one awake.

It wasn't bad, I mean, I usually am the only one awake. I have a case of insomnia that I can't break. It must be the vampirism. Nocturnal. Duh.

I stood up and started walking to the window. I tossed the pillow back on the bed and looked out of the transparent glass. Below me, I saw an alley. There were some layaway boxes tossed to the side. Perfect. I could jump and those will be my cushion for the fall. Wait!

Hobos. Damn. Will they be living in them?

I thought for a moment and brushed the thought off. If there were hobos, their scents would have reached me by now. I slid open the window and positioned myself correctly. If I could just jump down safely…Concentrate. Concentrate, Damn you! It can't be that hard. Now. Just for some peace and quiet…

"Seiren?"

"Ahh!" I yelped as I fell back down onto my ass. I groaned in pain at my now aching ass bone and glared at the floor. Who the hell could it be now! And who's awake at this time anyway? I turned to my assailant to find none other than Alphonse standing over me with confusion swept over him. I sighed with relief. So that's why I couldn't detect him. Alphonse doesn't have a scent.

A shiver went down my spine. I can't get used to that feeling. Just the thought of loosing my entire body…having my soul ripped from wherever the hell souls go to, into a suit of armor. All for life. All for…helping his brother restore his and his own body. I can't say that it's not completely idiocy, but… the impudence. How could an imbecile be as dumb to do that? To…to….think they can play God? It's heresy. No. That's an incorrect phrase. What am I looking for?

"Seiren?"

I was snapped out of my thoughts due to my name calling. I immediately sprung up and reached behind me for my…oh yeah. That's right. I don't have those anymore. Lethal weapons don't suit this century. What was I doing? Being a complete retard, that's what I was doing. I cleared my throat and turned to Alphonse with an annoyed look over my face.

"Hm?" I asked.

"What were you doing?" he asked. I sweat dropped. He was referring to the open window wasn't he?

"Fleeing," I said shortly after his question. What is there to hide anyway? I was trying to plot my escape. I was trying to get away from here. And I was just trying to get some fresh air. So fleeing seemed nice.

Al shook his head. "Do you really not like us that much?" Al asked.

I was taken a bit back at his question. Not like them? Whatever got that etched into his brain? Was I being obvious? Was it just to easy to come by that he found out? Or are these Elric brother really that smart.

"It's not that I don't like you two," I half lied. I needed fresh air. Ed's scent is killing me. If not for an open window, some time on my own, maybe it WOULD kill me if I'm not too careful. "It's just that I needed fresh air is all."

Al nodded and replied half heartedly. "Okay."

Great. Now I feel bad about hurting his feelings. He's the only one whose been so nice to me. Others by now would have kicked me off in the streets. I sighed as I tried to find a right way to explain this. I can't tell him that I'm a vampire; then I'll definitely get me killed for sure.

"Look. I don't mean to sound rude here, but I need some fresh air. This air is filled with Fullmetal's scent and I can't stand it."

CRAP. WHAT THE HELL AM I SAYING? STOP VOCAL CHORDS!

"I needed to get out of here for a while before his scent really kills me."

WHAT THE CRAP WAS THAT? WHAT THE HELL AM I DOING? I CAN'T TELL HIM THIS! WHAT THE FUCK AM I DOING? Am I really that stupid! I think I am because I just said all of that! Brain, I don't know what the crap you're doing, but maybe you should shut my mouth off! Maybe my vocal chords too! It'll help! Now at least could you get me to stop TALKING?

Al laughed. "Must be your higher senses kicking in. Don't worry; I'll get Brother to take a shower tomorrow. He's kind of…well. You know what I mean," Al said cheerfully.

No. I don't know what you mean. "Yeah. That'll help," I said laughing a little.

"You should get some sleep. You have school tomorrow. Excited?" Al asked.

No. I hate school. I don't want to go in forty feet of that place. Especially Amestris Academy. "Yeah! It seems like a really cool place, ya know? Amestris Academy seems like the right place to go," I said and then crawled into bed. "Goodnight."

BN: And now you see the battles she fights in her own mind. Heh. Her own mind tends to go so many more places, even her past...I'll stop talkign like. now. o_0

Ah! I LOVE writing in the point of view of Seiren. But maybe in later chapters I'll start goign out of Seirin's point of view and go in general POV. What do you think?

Until Next Chap! =:D