𝕰𝖝𝖕𝖊𝖈𝖙𝖆𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓𝖘 [𝕮𝖑𝖔𝖚𝖉 𝖝 𝖗𝖊𝖆𝖉𝖊𝖗]

[Chapter 6]

Shinra headquarters was swarmed by Whispers. You stood on the highway, left speechless as you watched the Whispers consume the building you spent your childhood and teen years in. "Destruction is rather beautiful isn't it," a voice says. Suddenly you felt a body pressing against yours and you took a step to the front before turning around to see the same man you saw at Loveless Street. He stood in front of you reveling in his glory, his aura now more prominent than when you last saw him. You hesitated and opened to speak before realizing you were unable to speak. "Now, now. No need to be so cautious (Y/N). I have only come to tell you one thing."

"Do not fear the reunion."

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You snapped your eyes open, sweat trickling down your head as you lightly panted. 'What the hell was that', you wondered. You look around frantically, forgetting you were in Sector 7. Once your memories came back you calmed down, closing your eyes before breathing slowly and pulling up your hood. Cloud was nowhere to be seen. Perhaps he was at Seventh Heaven already. You sigh as you got out of bed and made your way to the door, your neck slightly sore from the horrible position you had been in. You open the door and bright light blinded your vision. You winced slightly before stepping out and closing the door. The chatter and sounds of the slum surrounded you as you made your way to the stairs. 

As you walked down you spotted Cloud talking to an old lady. The lady looked at you, looking slightly surprised, "oh? Now I wasn't expecting you." To which Cloud gave a pointed cough in response. You looked at her and bowed your head apologetically, "sorry to disturb. But Tifa was not expecting my appearance, hence I shared a room with the man next to you. I am sincerely sorry if I caused you any trouble."

The lady chuckled, "don't worry so much about it dear. I was just teasing, Tifa dropped by to tell me about you this morning before she left for the bar." Then she sighed and nodded to herself, "now then, you'd best get a move on to Seventh Heaven. Tifa's waiting for you." The two of you nod and give your thanks to the landlady before taking off. You walked in front of Cloud, him trailing after your steps.

"Don't disappear again," he says out of the blue. You raise an eyebrow, although you knew he couldn't see your facial expression.

"Why not?" you questioned him. However the man just kept silent for a while before giving a soft huff.

"Just don't."

You shrugged your shoulders, signaling to him that there would be no promises made. The man rolled his eyes at you and you smiled slightly, knowing you pissed him off. The two of you reached Seventh Heaven to see Tifa waiting by the steps for the two of you. Or maybe just one of you considering her expression of surprise when she noticed you were with Cloud. But she smiles nevertheless and stands up before heading towards the both of you. "Good morning! How was the room," she asked the two of you.

You nod your head, "it was highly comfortable. Thank you for acquiring the room for us." Cloud nodded his head, showing that he agreed with what you said and thought the same. 

Tifa smiles brightly and claps her head, "great! I'm glad you two like it!" She brings her hands to her hips and continues to smile, "now. Let's get down to business, shall we? These water filters won't replace themselves. Although, the next batch probably could, if Jessie put her mind to it. Most every home in the area has one. Folks love 'em 'cause they practically eliminate the rotten-egg smell. Honestly, they make us more money than this place. And it's easy money too. We bring new filters, collect the old ones, and get paid. Whaddya say?"

You smile, hoping Tifa could see it and nod your head while Cloud just sighs, face palming before nodding his head in reluctance. Tifa smiles at your agreement, "great! And while we're at it, I'll give you the grand tour. Feel free to keep whatever we collect. Seeing as you two didn't bring any luggage, I'm guessing there's stuff you need to buy."