[.Rainy Day Sorrows.][Open]

[Edward Elric]

Hands shoved in his pockets,head down low the blonde haired boy known as Edward Elric walked around just a city he stumbled across.The rain was coming down lightly but he seemed in a foul mood,kicking a can he raised his amber gaze to the grey clouds above him.

Why did the weather always make him gloomy,he then returned his gaze foreward watching some people run into nearby homes or shops to get something.Maybe he should buy something to eat,it was nice for once being by himself just to clear his thoughts about things he had left Al at the nearest Inn and told him he'd be back later.

He had nothing to do at the momment,and probably wouldn't have to worry about the sins for awhile.So why not relax,get something to eat and catch up on some much needed rest it was the least he could do for this little time off he had.That was until Mustang needed him again,or something else came up.

((I know it sucks,couldn't think of anything else but this is open to all))

[Dante]

Jasie walked not too far behind the young alchemist; the hood of her jacket pulled up over her head to keep the rain out and her identity a mystery. She let her usual, insane smile cross her face as she watched Edward. This was the alchemist she had heard about. The one who didn't need a circle. Then again, neither did she, but that was only for certain experiments.

Her mind raced as she toyed with the idea of taking him captive now. Make him her assitant as she had wanted ever since she had read his file. She felt almost giddy with excitement at the thought of it. But she would follow and wait. Maybe he would notice her first.

[Edward Elric]

Getting the feeling he was being followed,Edward took a look behind him.He didn't spot anything out of the ordinary,except a few people walking here and there as usual.Why anyone would want to be out in this weather,not that he didn't mind the rain it was refreshing and nice once in awhile.

Too bad the Colonel wasn't around,how he wanted to make a smug remark right now.So continuing on foreward he stopped near a place to eat,it was very rare that he ever had money but being a dog of the military you make your fair share.

[Dante]

Jaise kept her dustance but stopped just outside the restraunt. She leaned against the wall to avoid the rain. But her smile was still there. Wide and insane. She had him so close. And with so few people out and about she could abduct him easily. But she would have to earn his trust first. Now how would she do that?

[Edward Elric]

Buying something light Edward payed then took a seat beside the window,he didn't eat quick since he had nowhere to go so instead ate slowly.But he still got that feeling someone was watching him,or that he had been followed here...too much paranoia.

[Dante]

Jaise waited patiently outside. She had waited for nearly six months to get this close to the famed fullmetal alchemist, she figured she could wait until he left this restraunt. She let the tune of a childrens nursery rhyme escape her as she stood and bounced on the balls of her feet. Her pale white hands were clasped behind her back as she rocked back in forth, ignoring the strange stares she earned from people who passed her. She got them often and didn't notice anymore. Though she did hope that none of the older members of the military saw her in Central city, let alone near their precious prodigy. She would be captured and excecuted before next thursday. She couldn't have that now could she? all of her experiments would be destroyed and all her pleasure gone. But despite all these thoughts and worries she didn't move from her spot, humming the tune of the old rhyme to herself in a way that would have sent chills down anyones spine.

[Edward Elric]

After finishing his meal he headed out of the resturant,it was time to head back to Al and plan their next move.Holding a white gloved hand out,he noticed the rain had stopped and it was only drizzling.Heading back in the direction he came from,he had a smile on his face now and didn't seem worried about anything.

He hadn't fought any of the sins lately,maybe they all decided to leave him alone for once.Good riddance to the lot of them,he knew they couldn't die that easily and there was that one....Sloth who took the form of his mother which he despised more then anything.

"When the time comes,the burden we created will be sent back to where it came from.The only way to kill a sin is it's weakness,well time to get back to Alphonse he's probably wondering why i'm taking so long".

[Dante]

"Oh I doubt he's too worried." Jaise said in her detatched, airy voice as she came up behind him. "After all you've only been out and about for eighty-five minutes and twenty three seconds. I ought to know; I've been counting." her ever-present grin grew wider under her hood as she waited for the blondes response. She knew it was not in her best interest to confront him now, in the middle of the military's strong hold but the temptation was too great. The streets had emptied and there would be no one around to witness their encounter.

[Edward Elric]

Edward quickly spun around to meet the source of the voice,it sounded like a girl but why was she hiding under a hood.Either this wasn't going to end good,or it's about to get bad and here he hoped not to have any trouble.

"Who are you,have you been following me all this time and if so why.I knew I felt like someone was watching me,so it was you....so tell me what do you want I know it can't be good".

[Dante]

"oh tut tut, so many questions." she replied, highly amused. "I suppose that's why the military took you on at such a young age. Your reputation has certainly preceded you Edward. But allow me to introduce myself. I am Jaise von Helmont." she gave hima nod of her head. "And although honored I am to meet you, I am not here to pick at your knowledge of alchemy or the military or any other information you keep in your highly developed mind. No," she chuckled in a way that used to send chills down general Haruko's spine when she still worked for him. "I merely wanted to meet you. And you me. Not too terrible, now is it?"

[Edward Elric]

"I still smell something not right,some people don't usually seek me out just to meet me.So why don't you tell me the real reason your here,otherwise don't waste my time....I got other important matters to deal with".

((bleh short))

[Dante]

Jaise's smiled never faltered as she cocked her head at this comment. "So straight forward." she commented quietly. "What I want from you Edward...is to offer you an escape from the military, where you can research for what you want and no longer be a dog of the state. I once was a military servant as well. I left. I'm offering you the same freedom."

[Edward Elric]

"An escape from the military,you don't think i've tryed that already.I gave my watch back to them and left,but I just kept coming back...what makes you so sure that if I leave this time I won't be going back".

Edward wanted from time to time to leave the military,their rules we're so strict and they kept him on a short leash wanting to know where he was and what he was up to.Maybe he should take her up on this offer,leave his watch at the door and just walk away.

"How do I know it's not a trick....".

[Dante]

"You don't." she replied. "I'm sure no matter how much I assured you I was giving you an honest, charitable offer I doubt you would ever fully believe me. After all," she chuckled gently to herself. "Everyone lies."

[Edward Elric]

"I don't have time to play mind games,I already said I need to get back to Al.I'll think about your offer but I doubt i'll accept,to leave the military should be my choice not some person I just met off the street".

Edward started off again,mumbling something under his breath as he walked.