We're baaaaaaaaaaack! Let the dramatics continue!

Once the exam was over, and the two new lives inside her were judged healthy, the doctor left the room quickly so Tifa could explain as best she could. And after a few very long minutes of silence, she finally said "I'm sorry I kept this from you love. It's just that I was scared."

Red shook his head "I am not angry with you my dear. I just wish you would have told me about this sooner."

Tifa twisted the hospital blanket in her hands as her gaze traced down into her lap. How could I have been such a fool? He isn't like anyone else, especially not Cloud…then why was I scared? was the only thought that could run through her mind. Red laid his head upon her hands and belly. "I imagine a few others will be just as surprised as us."

"Do they have to know" she asked. A question that surprised him.

"No, of course they do not have to find out yet. For now, this can be our secret" Nanaki replied, drifting up her stomach to match hers "Our treasure."

"Our treasure" she mimicked, stroking her lion's mane.

A knock interrupted the moment as Cid slowly entered the room, smoke-free for once "Hey there, beautiful. How ya feelin?"

"Much better, thanks to you two. I hope Red didn't give you too much of a scare" the barmaiden chuckled.

"A scare? Shit, Tifa. Fuzzface over here bout knocked me to the fuckin floor! He was really worried about you, ya know." All three shared a laugh If only you knew the two lovers thought.

"Speaking of which Cid, I never did get the chance to ask how you and Shera were or what you were up to" Red said, now that he actually thought about it.

"Shera? She's doin alright I guess. The WRO is rebuildin Rocket Town and she's one of the chief engineers. Kinda dangerous if ya ask me. As for yers truly, I was just swingin past for a shot of Tifa's fine whiskey and to let her know I found some of those wine-makin fruits up north."

"Oh, that's right, the Reunion party!" Tifa said suddenly "I almost completely forgot about it. Did you bring them with you?"

"Sittin in the Bronco's hold right now. But shouldn't you be layin back and not bustin yer ass makin drinks?"

"I feel fine" she insisted "and quite ready to get out of this bed and into our own." The words slipped out of her mouth faster than anyone could catch them, and the pilot's jaw dropped just as quickly "Wait…WHAT?!"

Her hands shot up to cover her mouth as Red nearly pounced on Cid "Would you please keep your voice down!" he asked, almost a demand.

"Hey, sorry." Cid said putting up his hands for defense " Didn't mean no disrespect or nothin. Its just, well shit, its just strange is all. But hell, if you two are happy, then fuckit, yer happy. I got no prob with that."

Both nodded. "Thank you Cid."

"Sure thing. Now, whats this I heard bout getting outta here?"

"Indeed" Nanaki added, casting his gaze over his shoulder "Are you ready, my dear?"

She smiled "Let's go boys."

Quickly enough, they were back in front of Seventh Heaven. And just as he'd promised, the aircraft's hold was filled with bushels of various fruits. They were almost all inside when Tifa pulled the pilot aside, once Red was inside again.

"Listen Cid. I have one more small favor to ask."

That perked his interest "Sure thing Teef. Whats on yer mind?"

She focused on a stray lock of hair, trying to avoid his curious gaze "Could you…maybe… keep this little bit of info to yourself. At least for now?"

Cid nodded, though a bit confused "Sure, I guess I can do that. Mind if I ask why? If you two are happy, then why the hell hide it?"

"Its not that I'm not happy. Actually, I love Nanaki with all my heart. It's just that I don't want to draw any… uninvited attention."

It dawned on him who she was referring to "They won't hear a peep from me. Guaranteed."

"Thank you Cid. It means a lot to me."

Before the Highwind could reply, Red's voice echoed over the engine thrum "What on earth is in this last container? A set of bricks?"

Cid chuckled "Be right there, furball." One last look and nod from the barmaiden and he was off to help the warrior move the last bushel, which was still quite heavy, even for two.