If anyone read the original then you'd know that one was terrible. If not, then you were speared the awful writing, spelling mistakes and unbelievable ending. This version has the potential of have multi chapters added but only if readers want more. Please enjoy!
Once again members of Avalanche had saved the world. The following evening after getting some much needed rest, a celebration took place at Seventh Heaven.
Cid and Barrett were arguing over their current card game. When those two got focused in their card games there wasn't dull moment.
"Damn! I know you cheated!" Cid huffed loudly while puffing on his cancer stick he calls a cigarette.
"I did no damn such thing!" Barrett argued, while Red Xlll silently laughed before shutting his eye. Cait Sith was getting on peoples nerves. Shouting never ending useless words through its microphone before being thrown across the bar floor causing him to land under a near by table. While the Turks drank till Reno passed out unto the floor.
Cloud and Tifa sat outside on the back porch talking. Both enjoying the warm night air, listening to thunder roll in the distance. They were quietly discussing whether they wanted to take their friendship to the next level. If the risk was worth it.
While inside, Vincent sat over in the corner booth bathed in the dim shadows keeping an eye on the goings of the room. Glancing at the wall clock, Vincent realized he hadn't seen Yuffie since she had went upstairs hours before. He wasn't sure he should be relieved or worried that she wasn't trying to be the center of attention. It was so unlike Yuffie, After losing his mental debate he decided to find her. For all he knew she could have gotten herself into trouble once again.
Yuffie sat perched on the window seal in her semi darken bedroom, watching the storm clouds slowly drift by promising to unleashed a heavy down poor. It was as if the planet knew what she was feeling in her heart. Silent tears traveled to be received onto her hands. This may be the last time she would ever see her friends who had over the years had become more like family. She didn't want to think about not seeing any of them again but Yuffie's father had told her that apond her return she was to be wed to a man of his chosen. She knew her in her heart her country would never be brought back to the way it was before the war but she hoped to get close. She didn't want to marry a stranger. Marriage was something she wanted when she found the right person.
Yuffie had dreams that it was a handsome gunman with enchanting ruby red eyes waiting for her at the alter. One glance from him and you'd melt you in a dripping wet puddle. She had never told another living soul that she was deeply in love with Vincent Valentine. 'I think Aries suspect it. I miss her. Aries would know what I should do, I'm so confused' She wanted to tell Vincent Valentine how she felt but the fear of rejection was over powering. 'Would telling him even make a difference? Would he even care? All this is weighting on my heart is killing me. What is the right thing I should do?'
As her conflicting thoughts swirled throughout her head, wondering what she do with herself. I do not want to go back to Wutai. Godo said I would be getting married to a man he had chosen. Yuffie signed, making a decision. She vowed to never set foot back into Witai. Her country would never rise back to its former glory, so why should she throw her life away for it. Besides, once her secret was discovered she'd be a disgrace to not only her father but to the whole country. Maybe even sentance to death to wash away her sins on her family's name.
The bedroom door squeaked as it was pushed opened then softly shut. Yuffie didn't bothering turning around, since the unique smell gave away who that person was. She felt his presence as he came up behind her. She tried to wipe her tears before he saw her but he had noticed.
"What do you want, Vinnie? Can't a pretty girl like me even have some time to herself?" Yuffie whispered. Looking down at the floor.
Vincent just blinked. Unsure how to comfort a upset female. After remaining silent for a few minutes. Vincent spoke, " Yuffie, what is the matter?"
Yuffie remained silent but Vincent was use to silence. He wasn't about to leave her alone. Didn't take long for Yuffie to get the hint that he was staying until she told him what was bothering her. She thought what the hell, she knew he would be gone tomorrow anyways but just maybe if she confessed, he admit that he felt the same way.
Taking a deep breath and letting it out slowly Yuffie looked up, "Every one will be leaving tomorrow and I will miss everyone. It seems we hardly see each other unless the world is is need of saving. I hate it. You all have become family to me. More so than my own father. Which is one reason I have decided not to go back to Wutai. If I return there I will be forced in to an arranged marriage. To a man that more than likely is set think a woman is meant to be pretty and silent. I would never be happy. My heart belongs to one man, even if he more than likely doesn't realized it. That man is you, Vincent Valentine. Whether you want it or not, it's yours."
Vincent took what she said. "Yuffie, while I can't say I love you. I can say I have feelings that go beyond friendship. I don't think I am the right man for you. I can't handle letting another have you either. I am willing to give...us a chance but I can't promise you anything. All I can do is try to make this work." Yuffie left her cozy spot at the window to take a seat on the beds edge.' Patting the spot next to her, indicating that she wanted him to sit next to her. Vincent listened. The moon peaked out from behind clouds, it's soft beams making Yuffie appear like a angel. She was a beautiful woman. To have this tiny woman love him, Truly love him was a mystery to him. He didn't deserve her but he couldn't deny deeply caring for this spitfire.
He slowly bent down pressing his lips to hers. Yuffie sat frozen for a few seconds before responding. There were no words to be spoken. Only desire and passion. He slowly guide her up the bed and laid her down. Hovering over her, Vincent soaked every detail of her warm soft body into his memory. Begging the gods not tot let him wake up if this was a dream.
It was a moment frozen in time that either of them would ever forget . Nothing else mattered in the world, only that there were two new lovers that had finally found each other. There was no turning back.
The sun shined through the window. Bathing the room in light and warmth. Yuffie's fluttered before opening. Using her hand to rub her eyes. Raising her head and scanning around, Memories came flooding back of the previous events Vincent and her had shared the night before. Sitting up, she searched around in her tiny room, realizing Vincent was no long in bed with her or even in the room. Glancing at the other pillow Vincent had used, noticing that a small note had been left for her. Realizing this meant he had left.
Yuffie carefully picked the note up as if it was of the most delicacy, as fearing it would wither into dust. As she read, each word taking her hopes and dreams crashing down, driving them into the pits of hell.
Dear Yuffie,
Sorry but I must leave. It's for the best. Please do not follow. I need time to tone for these new sins. You deserve someone better. I never should have let things go as far as they did and for that I am sorry. I have tainted you. Took something that I shouldn't have. Please, forgive me. I should have not caved in to my desires. I do have feelings for you. I never knew that I would feel like this for another. I don't deserve your love, please find someone that does. You will always be an angel in my eyes. Maybe in another life this could have worked out but we will always be worlds a part. I am too old for you. Please move on. I am a Lucky man to have been your first. I have a confession to make you where mine. I do not know how long I will be gone. I may never be back, please don't waste waiting for me. Please take care and know that even though we can't ever be together. Know I will always care for you,
Sincerely,
Vincent Valentine
Her heart was shattered. She felt her world caving in. Unable to control her emotions, her sobs amplified, waking others from their slumber. She never felt such heart trenching pain since the death of her mother. It felt like everything was creashing all around her. It was getting hard to breath. She felt as if a part of her soul was lost, that Yin/yang no longer went togther.
Tifa burst in to Yuffie's room, worrying herself about what was the matter with Yuffie. All Yuffie could do at that second was to just hand Tifa the note left from Vincent with a shaky hand. As Tifa read it she became shocked, then angry, and then sadden for her young ninja friend. She had no words. None to make Yuffie feel even a little better. How could he have done this to Yuffie? She knew what Yuffie was dealing with, she herself had went through this with Cloud almost two years ago. Although, things had worked out for her and Cloud. Vincent was a hard person to figure out.
It was hard to see this wild, carefree, happy girl no woman look like death was knocking at her door.
"How could he leave me? Tifa, I don't understand. I'm trying to but I don't. " Tifa pulled Yuffie in for a sideways hug. Comforting her the best she knew how. Yuffie continued to speak, "I love him and He wrote that he cares about me. So why?"
"Sweetie I wish I knew. I promise we will try to find him even if he doesn't want us to" Tifa hoped she could keep her promise but if Vincent didn't want to be found, he wouldn't. But they had to try. Yuffie was not one to cry. The girl had to really be heartbroken. Yuffie drifted to sleep. Exhausted from crying and her emotional breakdown.
Tifa gently got up after she was sure Yuffie wouldn't wake up. Trying to make as little as noise as possibly as not to wake the little heart broken ninja. She slowly closed the door, making her way down stairs to the bar. Cloud was sitting on a stool sipping on hot coffee. Looking up from the morning paper when Tifa sat next to him.
Tifa signed, "Vincent left. Yuffie is upset. He left her a letter. A letter! He spent the night with her and left before she woke this morning. How could he leave her like that? We know he loves her. So why has he done this to her? He doesn't want her to search for him but Cloud we need to find him. He made her cry. I have never seen Yuffie cry. He needs to fix this," Tifa huffed, slamming her fist down. Spilling a bit of Cloud's coffee.
"Tifa, calm down. I'm not sure we should even get involved. Vincent made it clear that wanted Yuffie not look for him." Cloud muttered out, blankly looking at his spilled coffee
"Cloud, Yuffie is like the little sister I never had. I will not sit back and watch her break. I promised her I would try to find him." Tifa had that fire look in her eyes. Her mind was made up and there was no way to change it either. Cloud exhaled, knowing he wouldn't leave her on her own to search, he decided he would help. It wasn't going to be easy but what choice did he have any way. He had to make sure Tifa stayed out of trouble.
SIX months later...
Yuffie had built a lovely large old type plantation farm house on the edge of town, only about 15 minute walk from Seventh Heaven bar/house. It was quite cozy and really made you feel at home.
The crispy night warm air held a bit of a slight chill that flowed right through your body. Fall was around the corner. Yuffie's favorite time of the year.
She sat on the front porch swing rubbing her pregnant belly protectively. She Listened to crickets and frogs with their nightly lullaby song. Often talking to her unborn babies as if they could understand her.
'"Wish Vincent was here." Feeling a kick, she paused before continuing. "You little ones need him...I need him." Two more kicks followed, Yuffie smiled. "I will never love another man like your daddy. I wonder if your aunt Tifa has any news yet. Haven't talked to her in a few days. Do you think her lead got her any info. We, I sure hope so. Don't we little ones?" Hope was all she had left. She had lots of friends that were helping her out but at times it still hard and she was doing her best not to get depressed even though given the situation it was understandable. She wanted Vincent to come back. Their girls needed to have their daddy.
'I feel like I can feel him in my dreams then when day breaks I'm swept back into this hell I call a life. I want to feel his touch on my warm skin. It feels as if I have the weight of the world on my shoulders. That I am drowning in my sorrow. Vincent way did you think you have to leave and run, was I not enough. I need you here. These girls are the only things keeping me sane. I gave up my right to my country, my people, and my title. But I have no regrets. Funny most would. About everyone wants riches and power. At least my father has a new son with his new wife. So it really doesn't matter in the end." Her thoughts turned back to enjoying scenery of her land. Shutting her eyes when a breeze touched her skin.
'I should head inside and fix dinner. Um,,,wonder what I should cook.' "What do little ones think mommy should eat? What do you think about...um...pasta with chicken and garlic bread?" Receiving a few kicks and belly rolls, Yuffie giggled. "Glad you two agree!" she couldn't wait for her precious bundles of joy to arrive. Doctors wanted her to get as close to her due as she could. The longer they stayed in the healthier they'd be and hopefully wouldn't have to spend much time in the hospital. She was told that because of her small frame there was a chance they'd arrive sooner than was liked but reassured her they would do everything to keep mom and babies healthy and safe.
At that moment the PHS rang. Causing a slight squeak from the little ninja, bring Yuffie out of her deep rambling thoughts. Seeing it was Tifa before answering. CLICK "Hello Tifa"
"Yuffie are you sitting down" Tifa said, grimly.
"Yes" Yuffie replied, raising an eyebrow.
"We found Vincent; He is here at the bar" Yuffie felt her heart skip a beat. "Yuffie I told him that we all knew what had happened between you two. He didn't get mad just a sadden expression. Which I ways surprised He let it show. We had a long talk. He wants to know if he can see you but I didn't want to tell him where you were until I spoke to you. I didn't tell him about your condition but I did tell him you had something to show him. I think he has figured it out. Do you want me to send him over or are you not ready just yet?"Yuffie sat silent, speaking nothing. "Yuffie are still there" Tifa questioned.
Yuffie shook her head, clearing the fog, "Yes, Sorry Tifa this is a lot to take in all at once. While I wish I could avoid him I know this needs to happen sooner than later. Go ahead and tell him to come. I will tell him about the babies. He won't be able to miss my huge fat belly. HEE HEEE HEEE!"
"Yuffie, you're not that fat. Besides, you are carring two. Anyway, I'll send him your way. I will be praying everything works out. All talk you tomorrow. Good luck"
"Thanks. Bye" Yuffie didn't wait for Tifa to reply. Setting the PHS to the side, she awkwardly stood up, making her way into the house.
Yuffie was a ball of nerves and the babies weren't liking it. One kept shoving a foot or maybe an arm into her ribs, making it uncomfortable and hard to breath properly. Many thoughts were swimming around in her head. 'Would he leave again? What will he think when he realizes he not only left her behind but two others.'
Yuffie glanced at the table clock when a knock was on her front door. She slowly made her way over to the door but evidently too slow, as there was another couple knocks "Hold your damn ass for minute I'm coming as fast as I can." 'Damn this extra weight. Being fat sucks'. . Pausing at the door, she took a deep breath before opening the door.
When the door was fully opened, Vincent was taken back at what he saw.
'Another sin to atone for.'
She saw for a brief second the look of shock. They stood there looking at each other with out saying a word. Yuffie was the first to look away.
"Are you going to stand there or come in? You're letting out my warm air." She shuffled to the side and shut the door after he passed her and took a seat on the couch. He wasn't showing any emotion but clearly he was finding it very hard to not focus on her large belly on her small frame. kept his eyes glued on her even when she sat down on the other end of the couch.
Yuffie rubbed between her eyes willing a on coming headache away but not having much luck before lowering her hand and resting her gaze on the man that shattered her heart.
"So why are you here, Vincent" Coming out a bit more harshly than she intended but she hadn't seen him in half a year. "Why come now?" He had left her. She had tried to find him even though he had made it clear not to searching for him but he needed to know he going to be a father. Her friends had tried their best to help. Even going as far to scout out Lucrecia's rest place but finding the entrance caved in.
"You're pregnant," he finally settled on as a response, making sure his voice didn;t betray any emotion. "Did you even try to locate me? Were you ever planning to tell about this child you carry? It is mine, isn't it?" Vincent inquired cautiously.
"Seriously. what kind of woman do you think I am?" Yuffie yelled. " Do you seriously think I'd sleep with the next available guy that gave me attention," she asked. " I am the one that should be demanding answers from you. I mean, first you tell me you love me, sleep with me. leave me the next morning then six months later show up and demand answers. I was in love with you and you broke my heart. How could you do that? wasn't I enough?" Yuffie whispered the last part." They sat in silence. The clock ticked in the back ground.
He saw all his possible responses to this and realized that they all led back to him being a despicable person. Finally, after it felt like the silence was going to drive her crazy. Vincent lowered his eyes then softly spoke, "I left because I felt it was what was best. I am old, damaged and your young and full of life. I thought you deserved better. I am sorry. I see that I was wrong in leaving,"
"Idiot. I should be the one to decide what I deserve." Her face turned red with anger and she tried to calm down, getting upset wasn't good for the babies. She had to put them first.
"You're right"
"Glad we're in agreement." Yuffie said, taking a deep breath she continued. "Anyway, Why are you here? Here right now? I mean you left, so why come back?"
"I couldn't stay away. even though I feel I am not the best person for you. I want to change. Make a future. Which looks like you already are carrying a piece of the future. I want to do what ever needs to be done for you to forgive me."
"I honestly, don't know what to say. You left. i woke up alone and..I...don't know if i can forgive. Maybe in time. i don't know. I lost my trust in you. That's not something easily re-earned. I'm sorry if that's not what you want to hear but I won't lie and pretend i do when I don't."
"I understand,"
"If you plan being in your children's lives then I won't stop you. They need a father as much as a mother"
"Did you say children?"
"Yes, twins actually"
"I see" Vincent said. "Please believe me, I will do my best to help with them. I know my word isn't much but I promise to be here to help in anyway I can."
"Thank you," Yuffie repilde just as her stomach growled. Rubbing her stomach, Yuffie awkwardly stood up, waving a hand toward the kitchen. "I was about to figure out what to eat for dinner before Tifa had called? Would you want to stay? We were friends once before so I think we can be civil. I can tell you what been going with my pregnancy and what to expect in the coming months." Yuffie softly smiled.
"I'd like that. Thank you."