Final Fantasy VII(Oneshots)

Thankful [Part 3] (Vincent Valentine X Depressed! Reader)

You smiled at your phone screen, staring at the wallpaper of Vincent that you set - Tifa sent you the picture, the only one that was taken properly. At first, you felt slightly guilty for putting it but the sight of his face made you calm. You could feel your heart quickening but it made you feel comfortable. Although it felt kinda weird having him as your wallpaper without permission, you shrugged it off.

"(Y/N)!" You poked your head out of the door, Tifa's voice echoing through the stairwell. "Can you come down and help me for a while?"

"Coming," You called down the stairs. The phone you gripped tightly left forgotten on the bar table while you habitually moved to Tifa's side.

While you were helping Tifa, you didn't notice Cloud returning from his duties of delivering. His presence only noticed from his voiced shock. Your phone lifted and the look of horror flashing through your face. Before you could come up with an excuse or snatch your phone, the words stumbled out. "It's not what you think!"

Your face flushed while you took the phone from his hands and shakily moved to Tifa's side - using her as a shield. Cloud's gaze softened at your reaction, his shoulders tightening.

He stopped, his face scrunched but it was only for a second. "Tifa told me not to tell you but, Vincent has a girl in his heart."

Instantly, the mood in the room fell. You paused, feeling your throat turn dry. "I-" The words never left your lips. It stuck on your tongue, only for you to glance at the floor. Brown - that simple colour calming you down. "I'm okay with that. If it makes you uncomfortable or worse, him, I will change it right away."

You knew Cloud did not mean any harm. You knew that Cloud was simply looking out for you. So, you didn't take it negatively, since you knew his words were harsher than he believed them to be at times. You unlocked your phone, changing it to your favourite picture - the wallpaper you used before it became Vincent. At the corner of your eye, you could see Tifa's gaze of concern. Even if you couldn't see it, it practically radiated off her in waves. She turned and placed a hand on your back, rubbing it soothingly. Her motherly aura was off the charts as you flashed her a shaky smile.

"Appreciate it, if you didn't hurt her feelings like that Cloud."

Everyone's head practically whipped to the source of the voice. Your gasp affirming his presence, "Vincent?"

He nodded at your direction, trudging towards you. Tifa shifted her gaze to Cloud, him looking as confused as her.

"Its okay if you want to put me as your wallpaper. Its okay if you like me. Although," He brought his hand to your head, giving it a small rub. "Sorry that I can't return your feelings."

It didn't take a genius to notice the look of pain that flashed through his face. "As Cloud said, I already have my heart settled on someone. Its a long story but thank you for liking me. Maybe next time, you can find someone deserving of your love."

You looked up, his hand blocking the view of his expression. But even from the covered view, you could not mistake the kindness. You gave him a small nod, feeling slightly shy from the attention. His reply being a small smile and a final ruffle of your head. He took a step back while you processed the whole situation.

"What are you doing here, did something happen nearby?" Tifa asked, directing the attention to her while you recollected yourself.

You took a few deep breaths, raising your head up. As you muttered a soft, "Thank you."

His ears perked up at the mutter, locking eyes with you as he gave another simple smile. Even so, that was enough. Your first heartbreak, an event that would only help you get stronger.

Author's Note

I honestly didn't think this would blow up but thanks for sticking around! ^^ I couldn't really imagine how this would end and honestly this stuck with me the most but if you guys want a happy ending just say the word and I will write it! :) Hope you liked it.