[ At first, all he can manage is another nervous laugh. It's a bit much, alternate versions and such, but if he considers how Edward had mentioned another Alphonse on the other side of the Gate, it mush be assumed that there are other versions elsewhere too, right? A bit boggling to think about, but surely it wasn't impossible. And that would explain a few things, like how he's here in Central and not on the other side of the Gate like he was meant to be.

He still hasn't figured that out yet, having set the query aside for the time being.

For now, he's giving the young woman (correction: his sister?) a polite if awkward smile. ]

Oh... Um, I guess that would make sense. You do look a lot like Brother, except for the, ah—

[ He pauses again, unsure if it would be inconsiderate to point out the ears. ]

It's very nice to meet you. Do you go by Edward too?