A/n:
Emi: Wow, finally , I have time to write!
Tifa; College must be really hard on you.
Emi: No, shit! I study almost every night.
Sephiroth: Well, it's good to see you, milady.
Emi: Thank you, Sephy!
Tifa: So, what's gonna happen next? The search for the material pieces is on, right?
Emi: Of course! Plus some parts a lot of reviewers are going to like **winks**
Sephiroth: I bet I know! **winks**
Tifa; **sighs** Oh, boy!
Emi: On with the fic!
Chapter 10
Cid glided the Highwind toward the Northern Crater. He dropped each group one by one to their destination leaving Sephiroth and I to be his last drop. Sephiroth and I grabbed the rope and jumped to the entrance of the crater as I followed down.
I looked out at the location and felt the wind lightly pull and play with strands of my hair. The icy wind picked up caressing unto my warm cheek. I remembered the last time I visited the place. We were to fight the long, suicidal battle with Sephiroth. The cold chilly breeze and the gloomy, depressing atmosphere haven't changed a bit. Thank goodness I decided to wear this long blue pant fighting outfit than my old bartender uniform.
I looked over to Sephiroth and observed his expression on his face. His handsome, slender face displayed sadness and guilt. I assume he was thinking of how he destroyed villages, shed innocent blood, and almost brought the end of the world. He felt even though he wasn't in control of his action, he was still apart of the deadly event. I walked up to him and place a reassuring hand on his broad shoulder.
"Sephiroth, it's okay," I spoke looking up to the taller being.
"Tifa, I did so much destruction. It is my fault that the world was almost destroyed!" he shouted lightly taking my hand off him.
"It wasn't you, Sephiroth! Damn, I said this before. YOU did nothing wrong. Can't you see, for wanting to make things right, I.the others have seen the change in you and they can see that you never did it on purpose," I told crossing my arms.
He looked back at me staring at my expression. A grin formed from his frown as he nodded his head and walked down the crater. Why did he do that? I didn't understand why he did things sometimes.
I followed Sephiroth down the crater fighting any monster that crossed our path. It felt interesting to fighting by his side. A sense of sensation came through the depths of my body when I constantly looked over my shoulder to see him protect my back. It felt like the old days with Cloud. Was I....? There was no time to think of petty thoughts like this. We were on a mission.
We stormed down the pathways as we came to a large room. I didn't recall seeing this the last time I was here. It was dreadfully gloomy and barely had signs of light. I crept closer to Sephiroth's side observing the area. He looked down at me and gave a soft chuckle.
"What's so funny?" I asked looking up at his face.
"Are you scared? If you are, Lockheart, you can get closer to me," teased Sephiroth grinning wider at me.
"Who said I was scared! Oh, please!" I shouted glaring at him for such an idea.
I walked a little away from him until I felt him grab my small hand. I turned to look at him and saw his emerald eyes staring into my ruby eyes. He drew me into his arms and continued to look at me. His eyes were so alluring and gorgeous. I didn't no, I couldn't look away from them. They seem as if they were pleading with me. His arms wrapped around my petite waist making me stay in his arms, but I wasn't going to leave them. Somehow, I wanted this. He lowered his lips to my ear and began to whisper something spell bounding to me.
"Tifa.. I .. Think I might be falling in love with you.." whispered Sephiroth.
I was appalled by his words for so many reasons. First, this was the first time ever he called me by my first name. I was coming to think he would just call me by last name like a lower class SOLDIER. The second thing was that he declared his love for me. I never thought the Great mighty Sephiroth would ever wanted to fall in love did and especially with me. But I was no one really special and I wasn't so beautiful. I was just an Ex- bartender who could fight anyone in my path. Well, maybe I was a little bit special.
"Why me? I- I don't understand..." I whispered back to him looking at his expression.
"Tifa, you helped me when I was barely alive and you were by my side through most of this journey. You gave me so much faith. You are a beautiful person, Tifa, inside and out," he replied caressing his masculine hand along my cheek.
I shivered at his touch in enjoyment while smiling affectionately. He was so sweet. I never heard such sweet words from anyone and I never thought he would be the one to tell me. He wasn't as conservative as Vincent, but he wasn't one to show his emotions to anyone. I didn't know him that long, well the real person I mean, but I knew I felt something for him. I didn't know if it was love or just a simple crush. But now, I know and this time I WILL express it openly.
"Sephiroth.. I think I love you, too," I spoke softly rubbing my cheek against his hand in response to his touch.
I felt his arms lightly push my body towards him letting my head rest on his chest. This is what he wanted to tell me this whole time. I looked up at him as he lowered his head making our lips touch. The kiss was better than anything I ever imagine. It was gentle yet passionate as he drew me closer rubbing my back gently. I never felt so wonder and alive. As our lips part and we gasped for air, my cheeks turned a reddish shade.
"What's wrong? You shouldn't be embarrassed at this," stated Sephiroth releasing his arms around me.
"No, it's nothing at that. It's just I never thought a person who never fell in love, could kiss that way," I replied with a grin.
"Yeah, well, I've been waiting for the right time and right person for this moment," he replied tipping my chin up with his finger.
"Hah, thanks, but come on, we're on a mission, Casanova," I remarked playfully pushing his hand away from me.
He paced by my side observing the area while brushing his hand against mine in a sense of him knowing I was there. We walked deeper inside the room until I saw a small glow on the floor. I stopped in my tracks tugging on Sephiroth's hand to do the same. I narrowed my eyes and slowly bent down to get a better look. I brushed the ground taking bits of rock from the item and observed it. It glowed brightly as I grabbed it. I rose from the ground and smiled at Sephiroth then at the item.
"I think this is it," I stated happily rubbing the small orb.
"Yeah, it looks to be of a lightning materia," replied Sephiroth looking it over.
"No matter. We got it so let's go," I chirped taking out the PHS.
I turned the small device on and began to call Cid.
"Hello, who the fuck is this," shouted Cid.
"Cid, it's Tifa. We found the piece easily and we need you to pick us up," I stated rolling my eyes at his crude language.
"Damn, that fast? Okay, we'll be over. Hey, did you two get any trouble along the way?"
"Um, no, why do you ask?"
"Well, Vincent called earlier and said that Aeris and he were attacked."
"Really? By who?"
"Reno of the Turks."
"What!" unison Sephiroth and I looking at each other.
"Yep, those damn Shinra monkeys are in cahoots with Hojo and Jenova. We'll be out there for you guys as soon as possible," stated Cid.
"Alright, see you soon." I concluded turning the PHS off and into my bag turning to Sephiroth, "The Turks are working for them? I can't believe this."
"Jenova must have taken over their mind," stated Sephiroth.
"I hope the others are alright," I said biting my lip in concern.
"Well, we won't find out in here."
I nodded with his comment knowing he was right. We began to run back out of the Crater fighting whatever monster came at us. We raced up the stairs to the opening of the Crater looking around for the Cid and the others, but got a different group of people instead.
"Zack..." hissed Sephiroth taking hold of his sword.
There stood Zack looking the same since the year long ago with Cloud's sword hanging over his shoulder with a woman beside him. She stood tall with her wavy silver flowed down her back and her magenta eyes glowing brightly. Her black halter top trailed down her stomach letting only her belly button show as her matching long shirt with two long slits on the side with her bare feet. She wrapped her hands together in a prayer stance looking outward to us. Who was she and why was she with Zack?
"Long time no see, general. And Miss Lockheart, a vision of true beauty as usual," spoke Zack with a grin shifting his eyes to Sephiroth and I.
"Zack, what do you want?" asked Sephiroth taking a step forward.
"We know what you're up to, you and your new 'friends', Sephiroth. You should be ashamed trying to kill your mother and father. What would your little sister think," commented Zack shaking his head.
"Sister?" I whispered looking at Sephiroth but he seem to be confused at well.
"Don't fucking lie to me, Zack. I have no siblings. My real mother, Lucrecia, had only me," stated Sephiroth glaring at the raven hair boy.
"You fool! Your father had mistresses who were willing to have their child experimented on. Now, stop being rude and greet your sister now. Lillith, say hello to your big brother Sephiroth," spoke Zack looking over to the silver hair girl.
She gave a quick smile taking steps to Sephiroth. I took a step beside him making sure if she attacked at any time I would step in. She looked over to me and simply smiled at me. It felt as if her smile was true and meaningful. She looked up to Sephiroth reaching up to his cheek. He first took his head away for her, but eventually let her small hands caress his smooth face.
"Hello, Sephiroth. I've been hoping to meet you at least once in my life," spoke Lillith taking a grip of his hand.
She bent down and kissed it gently letting my body shiver in a somewhat jealous way. Even though he was her sister, I still would not take that from any woman.
"Lillith, come back. Don't get too comfortable with them. We are on a mission here," stated Zack snapping his fingers.
She smiled once more at her brother and strolled back to Zack's side. He took her hand and kissed it softly letting the young woman sigh in pleasure at the affection she gave her. It seemed they were more than allies. I could tell Sephiroth was not pleased.
"Now, let's get to business. We will be taking the piece of the gold Materia now." We looked at him as if he said the most brainless question anyone has ever mustered up.
"Have you lost your mind? Of course, you have! We will never give you this piece as long as we live," shouted Sephiroth taking out his long sword.
"A fight, hmmm? Well, if you insist," said Zack gripping his sword in hand and charging at the silver hair man.
Their swords began to clash quickly each giving struggle to the other's strength. I watched at first marveled at their quick reflexes and sword techniques. I wanted to help so I tightened my gloves and gripped my hand in a fist.
"Don't you dare, lover of my brother," spoke Lillith.
She waved her hand at me as my body began to glow. Suddenly, I felt a painful stab inside my body. I yelled loudly wanting the pain to stop. I didn't understand this at all. I then looked over to Sephiroth and saw him look over to me. His face showed concern until Zack stabbed him in the back. I gasped and saw Sephiroth fall to his knees coughing blood from his mouth. Lillith waved her hand at me as the pain and glow deceased.
"Sephiroth," I whispered dropping unto my knees crawling to his body.
Zack grinned in pleasure and yanked me from Sephiroth. He took a hold of my chin as I glared dead in his eyes. I chuckled at my temper and stole a steamy kiss from my lips.
"I wanted to do that a long time ago. Heh, now give me the piece," stated Zack grinning at my frustration.
"GET YOUR FUCKING HANDS OFF HER!" Yelled Sephiroth slashing his sword into Zack's back.
Zack yelped in a pain seeing the sword pierce through his body. Lillith's eyes widen as she watched. I crawled away hearing the Highwind flying near us just in time. Lillith waved her hand as Zack and she floated in the air. She looked down at Sephiroth with a disappointed look and disappeared through the air to who knows where.
I looked over to Sephiroth breathing deeply grabbing where he was stabbed. I walked over to him and wrapped my arms around him laying him lay in my arms. He looked up to me and I looked down at him.
"I always want to be held by you, but not in this way," he whispered closing his eyes.
I brushed my lips on his forehead and let my small tears roll down my face. I looked to the left and saw the group coming in full speed towards. I just hope that Sephiroth would be safe. I didn't care about my body, just him.
A/N: Man, I hope this chapter is not too bad. I just wanted to update as soon as possible while making this very conflicting. I hope you like the way I added Lillith. Why she's in here, you'll understand in later chapters, but her powers are Telekinesis mostly. Well, I must be going. Thank you!! Oh, and review
Emi: Wow, finally , I have time to write!
Tifa; College must be really hard on you.
Emi: No, shit! I study almost every night.
Sephiroth: Well, it's good to see you, milady.
Emi: Thank you, Sephy!
Tifa: So, what's gonna happen next? The search for the material pieces is on, right?
Emi: Of course! Plus some parts a lot of reviewers are going to like **winks**
Sephiroth: I bet I know! **winks**
Tifa; **sighs** Oh, boy!
Emi: On with the fic!
Chapter 10
Cid glided the Highwind toward the Northern Crater. He dropped each group one by one to their destination leaving Sephiroth and I to be his last drop. Sephiroth and I grabbed the rope and jumped to the entrance of the crater as I followed down.
I looked out at the location and felt the wind lightly pull and play with strands of my hair. The icy wind picked up caressing unto my warm cheek. I remembered the last time I visited the place. We were to fight the long, suicidal battle with Sephiroth. The cold chilly breeze and the gloomy, depressing atmosphere haven't changed a bit. Thank goodness I decided to wear this long blue pant fighting outfit than my old bartender uniform.
I looked over to Sephiroth and observed his expression on his face. His handsome, slender face displayed sadness and guilt. I assume he was thinking of how he destroyed villages, shed innocent blood, and almost brought the end of the world. He felt even though he wasn't in control of his action, he was still apart of the deadly event. I walked up to him and place a reassuring hand on his broad shoulder.
"Sephiroth, it's okay," I spoke looking up to the taller being.
"Tifa, I did so much destruction. It is my fault that the world was almost destroyed!" he shouted lightly taking my hand off him.
"It wasn't you, Sephiroth! Damn, I said this before. YOU did nothing wrong. Can't you see, for wanting to make things right, I.the others have seen the change in you and they can see that you never did it on purpose," I told crossing my arms.
He looked back at me staring at my expression. A grin formed from his frown as he nodded his head and walked down the crater. Why did he do that? I didn't understand why he did things sometimes.
I followed Sephiroth down the crater fighting any monster that crossed our path. It felt interesting to fighting by his side. A sense of sensation came through the depths of my body when I constantly looked over my shoulder to see him protect my back. It felt like the old days with Cloud. Was I....? There was no time to think of petty thoughts like this. We were on a mission.
We stormed down the pathways as we came to a large room. I didn't recall seeing this the last time I was here. It was dreadfully gloomy and barely had signs of light. I crept closer to Sephiroth's side observing the area. He looked down at me and gave a soft chuckle.
"What's so funny?" I asked looking up at his face.
"Are you scared? If you are, Lockheart, you can get closer to me," teased Sephiroth grinning wider at me.
"Who said I was scared! Oh, please!" I shouted glaring at him for such an idea.
I walked a little away from him until I felt him grab my small hand. I turned to look at him and saw his emerald eyes staring into my ruby eyes. He drew me into his arms and continued to look at me. His eyes were so alluring and gorgeous. I didn't no, I couldn't look away from them. They seem as if they were pleading with me. His arms wrapped around my petite waist making me stay in his arms, but I wasn't going to leave them. Somehow, I wanted this. He lowered his lips to my ear and began to whisper something spell bounding to me.
"Tifa.. I .. Think I might be falling in love with you.." whispered Sephiroth.
I was appalled by his words for so many reasons. First, this was the first time ever he called me by my first name. I was coming to think he would just call me by last name like a lower class SOLDIER. The second thing was that he declared his love for me. I never thought the Great mighty Sephiroth would ever wanted to fall in love did and especially with me. But I was no one really special and I wasn't so beautiful. I was just an Ex- bartender who could fight anyone in my path. Well, maybe I was a little bit special.
"Why me? I- I don't understand..." I whispered back to him looking at his expression.
"Tifa, you helped me when I was barely alive and you were by my side through most of this journey. You gave me so much faith. You are a beautiful person, Tifa, inside and out," he replied caressing his masculine hand along my cheek.
I shivered at his touch in enjoyment while smiling affectionately. He was so sweet. I never heard such sweet words from anyone and I never thought he would be the one to tell me. He wasn't as conservative as Vincent, but he wasn't one to show his emotions to anyone. I didn't know him that long, well the real person I mean, but I knew I felt something for him. I didn't know if it was love or just a simple crush. But now, I know and this time I WILL express it openly.
"Sephiroth.. I think I love you, too," I spoke softly rubbing my cheek against his hand in response to his touch.
I felt his arms lightly push my body towards him letting my head rest on his chest. This is what he wanted to tell me this whole time. I looked up at him as he lowered his head making our lips touch. The kiss was better than anything I ever imagine. It was gentle yet passionate as he drew me closer rubbing my back gently. I never felt so wonder and alive. As our lips part and we gasped for air, my cheeks turned a reddish shade.
"What's wrong? You shouldn't be embarrassed at this," stated Sephiroth releasing his arms around me.
"No, it's nothing at that. It's just I never thought a person who never fell in love, could kiss that way," I replied with a grin.
"Yeah, well, I've been waiting for the right time and right person for this moment," he replied tipping my chin up with his finger.
"Hah, thanks, but come on, we're on a mission, Casanova," I remarked playfully pushing his hand away from me.
He paced by my side observing the area while brushing his hand against mine in a sense of him knowing I was there. We walked deeper inside the room until I saw a small glow on the floor. I stopped in my tracks tugging on Sephiroth's hand to do the same. I narrowed my eyes and slowly bent down to get a better look. I brushed the ground taking bits of rock from the item and observed it. It glowed brightly as I grabbed it. I rose from the ground and smiled at Sephiroth then at the item.
"I think this is it," I stated happily rubbing the small orb.
"Yeah, it looks to be of a lightning materia," replied Sephiroth looking it over.
"No matter. We got it so let's go," I chirped taking out the PHS.
I turned the small device on and began to call Cid.
"Hello, who the fuck is this," shouted Cid.
"Cid, it's Tifa. We found the piece easily and we need you to pick us up," I stated rolling my eyes at his crude language.
"Damn, that fast? Okay, we'll be over. Hey, did you two get any trouble along the way?"
"Um, no, why do you ask?"
"Well, Vincent called earlier and said that Aeris and he were attacked."
"Really? By who?"
"Reno of the Turks."
"What!" unison Sephiroth and I looking at each other.
"Yep, those damn Shinra monkeys are in cahoots with Hojo and Jenova. We'll be out there for you guys as soon as possible," stated Cid.
"Alright, see you soon." I concluded turning the PHS off and into my bag turning to Sephiroth, "The Turks are working for them? I can't believe this."
"Jenova must have taken over their mind," stated Sephiroth.
"I hope the others are alright," I said biting my lip in concern.
"Well, we won't find out in here."
I nodded with his comment knowing he was right. We began to run back out of the Crater fighting whatever monster came at us. We raced up the stairs to the opening of the Crater looking around for the Cid and the others, but got a different group of people instead.
"Zack..." hissed Sephiroth taking hold of his sword.
There stood Zack looking the same since the year long ago with Cloud's sword hanging over his shoulder with a woman beside him. She stood tall with her wavy silver flowed down her back and her magenta eyes glowing brightly. Her black halter top trailed down her stomach letting only her belly button show as her matching long shirt with two long slits on the side with her bare feet. She wrapped her hands together in a prayer stance looking outward to us. Who was she and why was she with Zack?
"Long time no see, general. And Miss Lockheart, a vision of true beauty as usual," spoke Zack with a grin shifting his eyes to Sephiroth and I.
"Zack, what do you want?" asked Sephiroth taking a step forward.
"We know what you're up to, you and your new 'friends', Sephiroth. You should be ashamed trying to kill your mother and father. What would your little sister think," commented Zack shaking his head.
"Sister?" I whispered looking at Sephiroth but he seem to be confused at well.
"Don't fucking lie to me, Zack. I have no siblings. My real mother, Lucrecia, had only me," stated Sephiroth glaring at the raven hair boy.
"You fool! Your father had mistresses who were willing to have their child experimented on. Now, stop being rude and greet your sister now. Lillith, say hello to your big brother Sephiroth," spoke Zack looking over to the silver hair girl.
She gave a quick smile taking steps to Sephiroth. I took a step beside him making sure if she attacked at any time I would step in. She looked over to me and simply smiled at me. It felt as if her smile was true and meaningful. She looked up to Sephiroth reaching up to his cheek. He first took his head away for her, but eventually let her small hands caress his smooth face.
"Hello, Sephiroth. I've been hoping to meet you at least once in my life," spoke Lillith taking a grip of his hand.
She bent down and kissed it gently letting my body shiver in a somewhat jealous way. Even though he was her sister, I still would not take that from any woman.
"Lillith, come back. Don't get too comfortable with them. We are on a mission here," stated Zack snapping his fingers.
She smiled once more at her brother and strolled back to Zack's side. He took her hand and kissed it softly letting the young woman sigh in pleasure at the affection she gave her. It seemed they were more than allies. I could tell Sephiroth was not pleased.
"Now, let's get to business. We will be taking the piece of the gold Materia now." We looked at him as if he said the most brainless question anyone has ever mustered up.
"Have you lost your mind? Of course, you have! We will never give you this piece as long as we live," shouted Sephiroth taking out his long sword.
"A fight, hmmm? Well, if you insist," said Zack gripping his sword in hand and charging at the silver hair man.
Their swords began to clash quickly each giving struggle to the other's strength. I watched at first marveled at their quick reflexes and sword techniques. I wanted to help so I tightened my gloves and gripped my hand in a fist.
"Don't you dare, lover of my brother," spoke Lillith.
She waved her hand at me as my body began to glow. Suddenly, I felt a painful stab inside my body. I yelled loudly wanting the pain to stop. I didn't understand this at all. I then looked over to Sephiroth and saw him look over to me. His face showed concern until Zack stabbed him in the back. I gasped and saw Sephiroth fall to his knees coughing blood from his mouth. Lillith waved her hand at me as the pain and glow deceased.
"Sephiroth," I whispered dropping unto my knees crawling to his body.
Zack grinned in pleasure and yanked me from Sephiroth. He took a hold of my chin as I glared dead in his eyes. I chuckled at my temper and stole a steamy kiss from my lips.
"I wanted to do that a long time ago. Heh, now give me the piece," stated Zack grinning at my frustration.
"GET YOUR FUCKING HANDS OFF HER!" Yelled Sephiroth slashing his sword into Zack's back.
Zack yelped in a pain seeing the sword pierce through his body. Lillith's eyes widen as she watched. I crawled away hearing the Highwind flying near us just in time. Lillith waved her hand as Zack and she floated in the air. She looked down at Sephiroth with a disappointed look and disappeared through the air to who knows where.
I looked over to Sephiroth breathing deeply grabbing where he was stabbed. I walked over to him and wrapped my arms around him laying him lay in my arms. He looked up to me and I looked down at him.
"I always want to be held by you, but not in this way," he whispered closing his eyes.
I brushed my lips on his forehead and let my small tears roll down my face. I looked to the left and saw the group coming in full speed towards. I just hope that Sephiroth would be safe. I didn't care about my body, just him.
A/N: Man, I hope this chapter is not too bad. I just wanted to update as soon as possible while making this very conflicting. I hope you like the way I added Lillith. Why she's in here, you'll understand in later chapters, but her powers are Telekinesis mostly. Well, I must be going. Thank you!! Oh, and review