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Post by Cloud Strife on Aug 12, 2009 1:38:31 GMT -5
"No Cloud you are good enough. Maybe you didn’t make it into Soldier back then but you won the fight against Sephiroth twice. Doesn’t that count for something? And don’t forget you have also saved my life more than once. I think you have proved everyone that you do have what it takes."
"Zack believed in you. That’s why he said you are his living legacy… Cloud don’t you think it’s about time you start believing in yourself?"
"Cloud you know my father didn’t really mean what he said. He was just over protective of me… if he was alive now he… he would see what a great man you have turned into."
Cloud listened quietly....She was right. About everything. He had to just believe that he was doing the right things here....And that Zack would be proud of him....Cloud smiled once she was finished....He wanted to believe that her father would see that he was a hero now....But for the rest of his life, Cloud would be trying to prove that to a ghost, that he was a hero....There was no chance in proving that....Why was he trying so hard to please some one that was no longer living....? It was just some thing that he's always done....Even with Zack.....Ever since Zack's death, Clouds always tried harder....At everything he's done...Wether it be fighing or his business.....
"I know Tifa....I know everything you say right now is all true....I believe in you....But why can't I believe in myself....? It's like some times....I'm living another lie....Living for some one that is no longer around....But....I'm gonna try what you said....Maybe it'll be better if I gave myself some credit every now and then.....I love you so much....Come on....Let's get the nigh ready huh?" He said as she grabbed his hand....It felt like it was a perfect fit in his....As he led her down stairs smiling along the way.....He didn't want to talk about any thing that would depressed them both..... |
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Post by Tifa Lockhart on Aug 12, 2009 1:53:52 GMT -5
Tifa nodded as she saw the change in Cloud's attitude. He was willing to change his life for the better now. To think positive... that was something new and Tifa would encourage him to do so. He dererved it after all. To take creadet for helping save the world and stoping Sephiroth.
"How about this I will remind you from time to time so you won't forget and now you can start living your life for yourself and stop thinking so hard about the past. That can not be change but the future we can build one together."
Tifa nodded as they both walked down the stairs. "You still haven't told me what you have planned for tonight Cloud." She added that as she closed the roof's door and walked down to the bar with him.
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Post by Cloud Strife on Aug 12, 2009 2:09:07 GMT -5
"How about this I will remind you from time to time so you won't forget and now you can start living your life for yourself and stop thinking so hard about the past. That can not be change but the future we can build one together."
Cloud smiled again....."Deal...." He agred....
"You still haven't told me what you have planned for tonight Cloud."
"Oh...You'll see....Wait here..."
He left her at the bottom of the stairs for a moment....And went to the hall way closet....And grabbed a few blankets and few unused pillows....He wanted her to be warm tonight....he had this all planned....That they would have a camp out on the roof top tonight. With take out....He would order the food while she was waitting....While he was now in the kitchen....He grabbed a wine bottle....And two wine glasses....He smiled.....As he hung up the phone....And returned to her side.....
"Alright. We're ready...Oh...I ordered some take out.....Hope that's ok with you....." He took her hand and led her back up to the roof.....He already had a CD Player on the roof....Thanks to Denzel...... |
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Post by Tifa Lockhart on Aug 12, 2009 9:18:08 GMT -5
Tifa let go of Cloud’s hand as he climbed up the stairs again. What was he planning she had no idea. Well it was a good thing they both took a day off from work so they can enjoy that day together.
She smiled sitting down on one of the chairs as she waited for him to finish. Was he planning on surprising her was that why he didn’t answer her question. Well Tifa would let him do as he pleased after all she loved surprises, but she couldn’t stop her mind from thinking about what it could be.
While Cloud was in the kitchen Tifa picked up her phone to call Denzel and Marlene. She just wanted to be sure that they both were save and having a good time and it was something to do while waiting.
Tifa stood back up and grabbed Cloud’s hand. "Take out its fine but I could have cooked again you know I don’t mind. So are you going to tell me now what you’re planning?" Tifa asked. She had an idea of what it could be but still she wasn’t sure.
Tifa walked with him up the stairs reached for the handle of the roofs door and pushed it down before opening the door. She couldn’t wait and see what Cloud was doing up there all this time. But somehow she was sure that this would be something she would enjoy.
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Post by Cloud Strife on Aug 12, 2009 10:39:17 GMT -5
"Take out its fine but I could have cooked again you know I don’t mind. So are you going to tell me now what you’re planning?"
Cloud gave her another smile as he led her to the roof top again. While back he and Denzel went to a music store.....To get a romantic CD just in case.....Luckily the guy at the record store could help Cloud out....Because Cloud was lost....He's never felt like this before or even been romantic toward a girl...Not just any girl....a beautiful woman....He didn't want to screw any thing up at all this evening....Or have anything intrupt them.....
"I know sweet heart....But you need a break every now and then.....So I'm guess you're wondering what I have planned for this evening huh?" He smiled again....As he walked over to the CD Player....The CD was already in the player. All Cloud had to do was turn it on.....He was now a bit nervous.....He's never even danced.....Well sword dancing...But that's all....This was different all together.....
"For starters....You're gonna teach me to dance...." |
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Post by Tifa Lockhart on Aug 12, 2009 15:44:14 GMT -5
"Yes I am" Tifa replied with a smile. "So are you going to tell me now or will I have to wait a little longer?" She asked. Tifa still didn’t notice the CD player but once music started playing, she glanced at Cloud. "That’s… how did you know? That this is my favorite song?"
Tifa grinned as she wiped a tear away but it was only from happiness things were better than she expected they were perfect. "I would love to" She replied to Cloud walking closer and taking one hand in hers and the other on his shoulder. "Ready?" she asked looking into his eyes.
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Post by Cloud Strife on Aug 12, 2009 15:55:29 GMT -5
"Yes I am"
"So are you going to tell me now or will I have to wait a little longer?"
"That’s… how did you know? That this is my favorite song?"
Cloud smiled as he walked over to her and grabbed her hands when she grabbed his....And placed one of her arms on his shoulder....He wrapped one of his arms around her waist line gently....And he was going to just let her lead him the way.....
"I would love to"
"Ready?"
Cloud nodded.....
"Y--Yes....I guess.....Hope I don't step on your feet." He replied as he looked down....And didn't know that that was rule number....Never leave eye contact.....He was worried that he would fall flat on his face....But he was doing this for Tifa...He never knew how to do this.....His parents didn't get enough time to teach him any thing like this....Their lives were suddenly taken from him.....But he could only smile......
"This is kinda tough....As for the song....Denzel knew what you liked....."
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Post by Tifa Lockhart on Aug 12, 2009 16:12:49 GMT -5
"Cloud..." Tifa said letting one hand move to his chin and lifted his head gently up. "Your too nervous... you can't dance like that worrying about every step. Its not so hard trust me just calm down and move with the music. You don't have to think or look down. just forget about everything and listen to the rhythm." That was the first advice she gave him a bout dancing.
Cloud wasn't all good but she knew he would get it eventually, and she was there to show him the steps."Remind me to thank Denzel when he gets back. As for this surprise it was better than what i expected."
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Post by Cloud Strife on Aug 12, 2009 17:50:25 GMT -5
"Cloud..."
"Your too nervous... you can't dance like that worrying about every step. Its not so hard trust me just calm down and move with the music. You don't have to think or look down. just forget about everything and listen to the rhythm."
He nodded....As she placed a finger on his chin and he looked up her....
"Ok..." He replied....
"Remind me to thank Denzel when he gets back. As for this surprise it was better than what i expected."
"I will..."
Cloud then realized that he moving a bit better with her than before....As he was loosing up his tension....He even lossened the grip he hand on her hand....And started to moved more efficently . He then smiled at her as he realized he was now only listening to the music and taking her advice....As he moved swiftly across the roof top with her.....This was getting easier.....And he was enjoying this more now that he got the hang of it......
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Post by Tifa Lockhart on Aug 12, 2009 19:47:58 GMT -5
Cloud seemed to take her advice and he was doing a lot better. He now moved with the music and seemed to be enjoying this more than before."See you have gotten a lot better" Tifa stated as she danced and twirled with him on the roof.
They remained like that for some time and Tifa didn't wish to stop but she knew that the day was long from over. What else did Cloud plan for that night? "Are you sure this isn't a dream Cloud? Because if it is I... don't want to wake up." Tifa said with a bright smile.
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Post by Cloud Strife on Aug 12, 2009 20:48:05 GMT -5
"See you have gotten a lot better"
"Are you sure this isn't a dream Cloud? Because if it is I... don't want to wake up."
Cloud gave her a smile....But for some reason, she was becoming transparent. As soon as she asked him that question, reality was soon kicking in.....
"Cloud! Cloud snap out of it!!"
A Soldier 1ST Class shouted....As the sun broke through the Sector they were in....
"T...Tifa....?" Cloud was dreaming....Damn it....It was all a dream he was having...As he came back to reality....He could hear guns firing....Soldiers ran as fast as they could all around the Sector......Which was named, Sector three.....
"Orders?! Cloud!" What the hell...?! Orders....? Was he a general of some type.....? What the hell was going on....? Sector Three was under attack by unknown rebels....And Shinra's Soldiers and Turks as well, were fighting them......Before Cloud could respond to the Soldier......He was shot through the chest! Cloud saw that Soldier fall to his death.....Cloud grabbed his buster sword.....And started to race into the battle.......As the rebels charged at him....Here he was....Fighting....Fighting for freedom again.....But all he could think about was not seeing Tifa again....And that was his fault....As he could not keep his mind on his work.....And got blasted hard! As a rebel fired his weapon right at Cloud! But it would take more than that to take the Ex-Soldier down! He growled in anger as he swung his sword right at the rebels own gut! And sliced his sword right into the gut of the man....Blood spewed....As it splatted on Cloud's cheek.....And one down.....Who knew how many there were left......
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Post by Tifa Lockhart on Aug 12, 2009 21:06:29 GMT -5
Tifa was in her bed trying to get some rest but she couldn't close her eyes. Sleep just wouldn't come to her. Was it because she had too much on her mind. Tifa tried to clear her mind and just relax but nothing worked. She was just to worried about him.
A few minutes later she sighed getting up and picking her phone to call Cloud. Of course Tifa didn't think that he would answer like usual but still that never stopped her from trying and hoping that he would pick up. She dialed his number and held the phone up and waiting while hoping that this time she would get to hear his voice.
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Post by Cloud Strife on Aug 12, 2009 21:43:49 GMT -5
Cloud was soon hurt as well....He was thrown on his back hard....As he felt some thing shot him in the side....Just then his phone rang out...Where was he? He didn't know what was going on....But he was scared....Scared of dying alone.....He still had no idea that the Life Stream was disturbed. Cloud grunted as the bloody glove reached down to his black pant pocket.....He grabbed out his cell phone....His eye sight was going into fading mode....He didn't know who it was that was calling him....But he had a feeling it was Tifa...She always called him.....But he never answered her back....Because he was hurt.....On the verge of death.....His breathing was slow. As he hit accept on his phone and put it to his ear......Hoping it was Tifa......He remembered the dream he was having lately of her......If he could just hear her voice one more time.....It's been a while but he remembered everything that happened on that roof top that evening......It was indeed magical...She made love to him....And he loved her back......
"Tifa.....?" Asked in a weak voice.....Maybe she could help him.....Find him....Before it was to late......
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Post by Tifa Lockhart on Aug 12, 2009 21:53:55 GMT -5
"Cloud" Tifa gasped in fear as soon as she heard his voice. She instantly knew something was wrong the moment she heard the way he was breathing. "It is me Cloud where are you? please tell me your alright..." Tifa replied as she was scared for Cloud's life.
He couldn't die not now when she hadn't had the chance to open up to him yet. No she needed Cloud and was at the verge of crying as she heard the pain in his voice. Actually her tears did fall but tifa wiped them away as she held the phone closer to her ear.
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Post by Cloud Strife on Aug 12, 2009 22:07:36 GMT -5
"Cloud"
Cloud wheezed slightly as she said his name.....
"It is me Cloud where are you? please tell me your alright..."
"Se....Sector Three.....I...I don't know if...I am....Tifa....Come please......"
This time, he needed her.....His breathing became even slower. A Soldier was already at his aid.....But Cloud didn't know....He didn't if this was even real.....Everything was just a dream to him lately.....
"Cloud hold on okay...." The 2nd Class Soldier told him.....And had ripped off Cloud's shirt to reveal the cuts and only one gun shot.....But Cloud was loosing a lot of blood.....The sky was so pretty...Despite the blood shed made on this day....It was a beautiful sky up there......All Cloud could think about was getting to her.......He knew he couldn't...He didn't even hear the Soldier talk to him......The light in his Mako blue eyes were fading......The Soldier moved the bloody buster sword that laid by Cloud's injured body.....
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