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Always Smiling	By : EzriCandy Category: Final Fantasy VII > Het - Male/Female Views: 1595 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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Chapter 5: Sunset

(Same tags apply as in Chapter 1)
Yuffie walked around Cosmo Canyon looking at the merchandise in the various shops and boutiques but not quite seeing anything. She was on autopilot. There were just too many feelings and thoughts floating around her jumbled mind.
The main thing that had occupied her mind was the handsome, dark gunslinger.
She walked up to the observatory and climbed to the top floor. Opening the window in the spartan room, she climbed out and pulled herself to the top of the dome-shape structure. The view from here was absolutely beautiful. It reminded her of her thinking spot deep in the mountains of her homeland. During her brief stints at home, she would go to her spot to collect her thoughts.
As she watched the citizens and guest of the canyon milled about below her perch like ants, she couldn't help but wonder what Vincent was doing. 'If I know Vincent, he has his own area that he uses when he needs to be alone from the last time we were here.'
She has always thought of Vincent as being extremely strong, both physically and mentally. How many people could survive for years in a coffin, being plagued by constant nightmares and still have all their marbles? One can only imagine what kinds of dreams he had while locked away as time passed him by.
'If I went through that, I think I would just loose it.' She thought.
Vincent gave of an aura of power and intelligence. It gave her the impression that he could fight a hundred battles and never tire or speak on any subject you could throw at him at great length.
When people looked at her they would always say 'she's just a child. She knows nothing about nothing. 'They,' however, would be wrong. As part of her ninja training, her mother made sure she excelled in all areas of study. Her mother would say, "You never know when that one trivial fact, or one small math equation could come in handy."
It was true too. There had been times during her materia journey where her knowledge she gained from her science courses prevented her from eating something poisonous while out of gil for food. Or when she was using her geography and topography skills when she had ended up in rugged mountainous areas while running from a group she had just stolen from.
But no one saw this. No one wanted to see this. And that hurt her.
He probably didn't realize it, but at times, she envied him. At those times when her emotions threatened to overrun her, she wish that she could hide them behind an impenetrable mask like he did. Today on the Highwind was a good example of that.
How many times would she have to say sorry before they believed her? Taking their materia was not something that she wanted to do, but something she HAD to do.
'I can't allow anyone to see the real me. They would just think that I'm some weak little brat who can't hold their own. Who would cry at the drop of a dime. They would all laugh…'
On a few occasions during their journey, she had found herself thinking of Vincent. He was just her type: tall, dark and extremely handsome. All of those years in that coffin did nothing to his physical appearance. Vincent was tall and muscular, but not overly so. The slightly baggy black pants, button up shirt, and blood colored cloak, hid his athletic form, making others think that he was quite frail. His hair looked like a curtain of the highest quality black silk threads.
The thing that attracted her to him the most was his eyes. When she got the chance, she loved to steal a quick peek at those beautiful red irises. She had learned to tell so much just by looking in his eyes. 'I wonder what love would look like coming from those eyes…'
To her, he was perfect. He had the looks of a god and deep down; she knew that he had a heart of gold.
.::-o-::.
Yuffie closed her eyes deep mind processing thoughts and questions at a furious pace. Vincent was still first and foremost in her mind. Suddenly her eyes snapped open. Though she had known this for some time on a subconscious level, this was the first time that she actually had admitted it to herself…
'I love him…'
"Aeris was right." she said to herself with a voice thick with sorrow.
Gods how she missed the sweet flower girl. Aeris was the only one that even bothered with her. Though she though of both Tifa and Aeris as sisters and loved them dearly, her bond with Aeris was much stronger. While moving from destination to destination, she and Aeris would spend their nights on watch talking and doing sisterly things.
She remembered one night in particular and would never forget it. Yuffie was sitting in front of Aeris and she braided her hair when Vincent walked into camp after spending time alone. He acknowledged the two girls and walked to his tent. Yuffie didn't realize it, but her eye had followed Vincent's progress across the campsite and only left him once he was inside his tent.
---Flashback---
"Yuff?'' Aeris said starting another braid.
"Yep, Aer?"
"Do you like anyone?"
Yuffie tried to turn around to look at Aeris but she turned Yuffie's head back forward so she could finish the braid. "You mean like as in 'crush' or like as in 'love'?"
"I mean like as in love."
"No." Yuffie answered quickly.
"Are you sure?" Aeris said slightly drawing out the last word.
"Yes, why?"
"What do you think of Vincent?"
"He's a little quiet, but I think he's a decent guy."
"Hmmm…"
"What?"
Aeris giggled.
"What is it and what are you laughing at?"
"I think you love Vincent." She said with a knowing grin.
"I DO NOT!" Yuffie said quickly as the color rose in her cheeks.
"Yes you do, and pretty soon you will realize how much." Aeris stood after finishing the last braid. Just as Yuffie was about to reply, Cloud emerged from his tent and Tifa from the tent next to his.
"Well, you two can head off to bed, we'll see you in the morning." Tifa said as she added a log to the fire.
--End Flashback--
"Why did you have to leave, Aeris?" She laid back on he roof with her head pillowed on her arms as she spoke, looking at the sun that was beginning to set. "There was so much more I wanted to do with you. I hope you know how much I miss you and know that I will always love you…sis."
As Yuffie closed her eyes to delve further into her thoughts, a crystalline tear slid down her cheek.
.::-o-::.
As Yuffie was walking past the booths and shops of the canyon, Vincent began the short journey to the place where he went to think. He walked past the weapons shop and up the flight of stairs to the switch that would allow him access to the Gi Caves.
He had accidentally found this location while accompanying Nanaki and Bugenhagen to the spot where Seto, Nanaki's father and the warrior of Cosmo Canyon fought his last battle.
He and Cloud gave Nanaki some time alone while his grandfather told him the true story of his father. While exploring the area around the exit of the caves, Vincent stumbled upon a high perch that allowed him a view of the entire canyon.
The journey to 'his spot' was not a difficult one. The beasts of the cave were weak and he quickly made his way to the exit of the cave. He looked up to the small cliff where the petrified body of Seto stood proud and gave a small bow of respect and reached his spot soon after.
Vincent sat on the edge of the small perch and closed his eyes trying to clear his mind. Many confusing emotions and thoughts were sifted into a somewhat semblance of order. He relished these rare moments of peace that he got after clearing his mind. Not even the fact that he had four demons residing in his subconscious bothered him at times like this.
He began going over the thoughts that had clouded his thinking as of late. The first and foremost being…
"Yuffie."
'You know you like the girl, so just get on with it and tell her.'
'Actually Chaos, I'm not quite sure of what it is exactly that I feel for her.'
Vincent knew that he felt closer to the ninja now than he had throughout the journey. He knew that he considered her a friend, but was there more to it than that? There was so much he wanted to know about this young woman and hoped that she would tell him.
Vincent admired Yuffie greatly. He knew that the mischievous personality that she displayed was only a minuscule glimpse of the 'real Yuffie.' It was like she was holding a magnifying glass over that portion of herself, allowing that to overshadow everything else. He believed that the beautiful young woman should not feel so alone. He would be there for her and would do anything in his power to help her.
He found himself again admiring her physical strength. Yuffie was only sixteen but fought like she had been since before she learned to walk. He had always wondered who was the person responsible for teaching her to be so graceful and yet so deadly when necessity called for it. The only other person that he though so highly of was Lucrecia.
That fact made him feel guilty.
One thing that he noticed about young Miss Kisaragi is that she hated killing anything. He had seen her mumble a few words of prayer from time to time when she was the person who had to deliver the deathblow. He knew that writings of the great serpent god, Leviathan taught her that every life is precious, no matter how insignificant or sentient.
He knew that even with her excellent skills, she could still become critically injured. It was a fact that they all faced on their quest. One so full of life should live a long life, not have it ended before it began. He didn't want her life to end so early like it did for the innocent Aeris.
'I will do everything in my power to make sure she is safe.' He vowed.
'It would be tragic if her life should become forfeit. Host Vincent, You have my word that should the time arise, I will do anything in my power to prevent serious harm from coming to her.'
Vincent was a little shock about how vocal Chaos was being about Yuffie's safety. He was also grateful.
'Thank you, Chaos. I never expected to hear something like that from you.'
'I am just full of surprises.'The sarcastic demon replied.
Vincent gave an evil smirk. 'So Chaos, you DO like her…'
His comment was met with utter silence from the demon and he laughed. It was almost as if Chaos was embarrassed.
Vincent sobered as his thoughts went back to two women that he had lost recently. 'Aeris, if you are listening, I hope you get a chance to meet my dear Lucrecia. You would have liked her.' He said with a small sigh.
The ache was still deep in his chest, but he knew that she was finally at peace. It would take time, but eventually he would be able to look back on his memories of her and only see the happier times that they shared together.
He closed his eyes once again to clear his thoughts.
"Vincent…" A voice brought him out of his light meditation.
"Aeris? Is that you? How are you speaking to me?" he asked, slightly startled and confused. He looked around, but no one was there.
'Chaos, I'm not going crazy, am I?'
'Maybe…you never know. But if it helps, I hear it too
"It's me Vincent…and no, you are not going crazy." Aeris said with a laugh. "With the help of the planet, I am able to communicate with certain people for short periods of time."
"I thought all Cetra went to the Promised Land after death. Isn't that what is suppose to have happened after what occurred in the forgotten city?" It was good to speak with her again. While this was highly unusual, he would not question her about how she was doing it any further.
"I asked the planet to if I could remain in the Lifestream for the time being. I want to do everything in my power to stop the meteor that Sephiroth has summoned."
Vincent nodded at this.
"I have a favor to ask of you, Vincent. I have three messages that I need to give you. One is for you and the other, for Yuffie and the final one, for Tifa."
He remained quiet, intrigued at what Aeris had to say.
"The message for you is from Lucrecia. She and I have talked since she arrived and I know how much you mean to her. And you're right; I do enjoy spending time with her.
"She wanted to let you know how proud she is of you. She wanted me to tell you that she knows that you feel guilty about the feelings that you are experiencing and thoughts you are having. Do not. She wants you to be happy.
"The person of whom she spoke to you of will need your help in the coming weeks. Please be open, honest, and understanding with her when the time comes."
At this he felt a warm sensation in his chest. He was grateful to know that she was supporting him during this change in his life.
"Aeris, please tell her thank you when you return." He said quietly.
"Oh, I will Vincent. I must hurry now. My time is growing short. The message for Yuffie is from me. Please tell her that I am proud and honored to be her sister. Tell her that I will always be watching over her. I hope she finds happiness in what the future shall bring her and not to deny what her heart is telling her." Her voice was thick with emotion.
"Also, tell Yuffie 'I told ya so.' She will know what that means." She said with amusement.
"Tell Tifa to let Cloud know how she feels soon. Tell her to not follow her mother's path and wait to tell him as she did with her father. Also tell her not to worry about him not feeling the same way. Don't forget to be there for your sister.
"I would have told Yuffie myself but she has so much she needs to focus on at this moment, I didn't want to interrupt her. I will try to communicate with her when this is all over. It takes a lot of energy from both the planet and myself. The planet will be stronger when you manage to stop Sephiroth." She said, her voice beginning to fade.
"Thank you Aeris. You are a good friend and you are missed greatly by everyone…and myself."
"Goodbye Vincent, in the future, you should ask Yuffie about a conversation we had while on watch."
"I will…Goodbye, dear Aeris."
Vincent closed his eyes as the sun began to set.
'I guess you're not crazy…you can just talk to dead Cetra.'
'Quiet, you sarcastic heathen.'
'Fine then. Be that way…Vinnie…' Chaos snickered.
"Chaos…" Vincent said with a low growl as he stood to return to the village.
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