Story by Septasonicxx and InyrilJace. Slightly AU.

Disclaimer: Squeenix owns pretty much everything in this story.

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"Lucrecia!"

"Get back!"

"No! Lucrecia!"

"She's fine, give her space!"

The quiet sound of a baby crying started up, the pure innocence of it shattering the tension in the room for a mere moment before everyone moved back into action.

"Lucrecia!"

"Vincent... I'm so sorry..."

"Lucrecia, it's okay, just relax. He's a beautiful baby boy."

"Vincent, forgive me."

"It's okay, just rest."

"Vincent..."

"I forgive you, for whatever it is that's on your mind. I forgive you."

"Please..."

"Everything's going to be fine."

"I'm so sorry, Vincent..."