A/N: Hi everyone sorry about the really slow updates but my computer has crashed a couple of times in the past few weeks so I'll get updating as soon as I can. This is for any CloudxYuffie fans on the site, it'll be my first one-shot of them so I'll do my best. Mainly this is for vampiegurl who has challenged me to write this, so HA HA told ya I would. No flames please, read and review at the end.

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Dream Come True

By KairiLuv

Faint music drifted through the doors, light laughter soon followed. The large oak doors of Hollow Bastions ballroom opened and the music hit me full force, violins and various other instuments were playing beautifully. I feel just like a small toddler gazing up at my first large Christmas tree. The ceiling was at least 12 feet higher than it should be! It was completely white, huge stained windows circled a glittering chandilier as the centre piece. The windows were coloured pictures of Angels with smiling faces, stars and hearts, this added to the friendly atmosphere. Pillars of pure white marble held up the upper floor that overlooked the dancefloor and the actual floor was just as white as everything else. Another song started playing, a quicker one. I started watching the happy couples dancing with broad grins on their faces, hundreds of people I didn't even recognise were here but there were the odd few that seemed familiar. The dancefloor was jam-packed with dancing partners so I walked down the five spotless steps and walked along the edges of the grand ballroom, where the buffet tables and drinks were being sold. Everything was so white and gold, like a palace. People were all huddled together in groups talking to themselves, telling jokes and having a great time. Something was wrong here. How did I get here? Hollow Bastion was destroyed by the heartless wasn't it? Why is there a cold spot on my back? Why am I thinking these stupid questions? Yuffie, concentrate on having fun. I kept my head down so I didn't attract any unwanted attention and walked towards the creamy cloth-covered table where drinks were being sold.

"G'day m'fine maiden. What would ya like?" A gruff masculine voice asked me. I looked up to meet his gaze to find it was .. Cid?

"Cid? What are you doing here?" He wore a black tuxedo and his dark blonde hair was brushed and gelled back, the toothpick was still wedged between his lips.
"I'm working woman. Are'y blind!"

"Well you've brushed up nicely old man, except for the attitude problem."

"Look who's talking brat. Actually you don't look so bad yourself kid." I raised my eyebrow. To that action Cid pointed to the large mirror behind him, I gasped. No wonder something felt wrong, my shorts, trainers, bandaner and tanktop was replaced with an elegant silk ballgown. A dark green silk dress, cut low but not showing anything at the front, sweet! I turned slightly to examine the back of the dress to find that my creamy skin was exposed, explains the cold spot on my back. Turning forward again I took in every detail, no straps only a loose silver chain necklace hung around my neck. The dress hugged my figure perfectly, showing off curves I didn't even know I had, the silk glided to the floor hiding my shoes from view. Lifting up the dress I noticed some black stilletoes tied up with string around my ankle, I wore white elbow length gloves to complete the look. Taking a closer look at my face I saw that my hair was slightly longer and straight, not messy like it normally was, I wore some clear lipgloss, black eyeliner and mascara with pale green eyeshadow. I felt different, VERY different but comfortable, I actually looked attractive. "For once." I thought bitterly.

"I don't look too bad do I gramps?" I smiled giving Cid an innocent wink.

"You look your age Yuf, lil brat's growin' up. Now, t'celebrate let's have a drink. Only punch for ya though Yuf, Aer would kill me if I gave you anythin' stronger." Cid passed the small cup in my direction, taking hold of it I took a sip.

" Where's Aerith and Squall?"

"Around, Aerith's looking fa' Zack and Leon's broodin' in a corner somewhere." "I remember Zack. He was Aerith's boyfriend. I loved him like a brother." I nodded and finished my drink, giving Cid the now empty cup, I whirled around to find Squall and annoy the hell out of him. "Maybe he'll find me attractive this way? Maybe he'll actually like me? Nah, I doubt it. I've had a crush on him for years and so far no luck. I think I'll just give up, there's other guys here. Yeah. I'm gonna have some fun, I might try Aerith's flirting skills." Without realising I walked straight into someones back .. hard. Feeling myself lose balance on the stilletoes I slowly felt myself fall backwards. I closed my eyes tightly and readied myself for the fall. But it didn't come, the person I bumped into turned intime and caught me.

"I'm so sorry Miss. I-I didn't mean to-" A soft yet strong voice made me open my indigo eyes to see my saviour. A DAMN good-looking one too. He had blonde spiky hair and was wearing a dark black tuxedo. His strong arms held me there for what seemed like forever, I didn't mind. His gorgeous glowing blue eyes scanned every detail of me and I blushed. I swear his eyes must be too stunning to be legal. I bit my lip gently and blushed again. Clearing his throat he pulled me upto my feet with ease and nervously ran a hand through his blonde locks. GAWD he's gorgeous. Squall has close competision

"I'm sorry about that. I should-"

"No, no it's my fault I was in a world of my own. I should be apolagising for not looking where I was going." I suprised myself how mature I sounded. Personally I blame the dress and make up. It does things to you.

"Well, all the same Miss I shouldn't have-"

"Please call me Yuffie?" I held out my hand for the stranger to shake. I was shocked when I saw him smile and take hold of my hand but instead of shaking it he laid a soft kiss ontop of it. Again I felt my cheeks flush. It was getting too warm in here.

"Well Sir I must say you are quite rude." I grinned as I saw the worry cross his eyes, I like sounding like a Lady. You get the best out of men. " You know my name but I'm not graced with yours." Stupid mature talking, I wanna be me again! He grinned back at me, showing his pearly white teeth.

"Cloud. My name is Cloud Strife. Miss Yuffie .."

"Kisaragi, Yuffie Kisaragi. Well Mr. Strife -"

"Cloud."

"Well Cloud. I'm sorry for bothering you and I'll be going now." I turned slightly but I felt his hand gently pull me back, he was still holding it?

"Wait Yuffie, um .. maybe if you .. or we could uh .. I would love to .. um." I bit my bottom lip to stop my now forming grin. His face seemed to burn up slowly until he ended up looking like some tomato, heehee I cute one though.

"..Are you alright?" I said with hints of laughter in my voice.

"Yes, your just so .. it's too warm in here, would you come to the balcony with me?"

"Sure." Ah, now I feel like my old self again. Cloud gave me a small smile before leading me out of the ballroom and through some glass doors to the left of the entrance. I didn't even notice them. Just like a gentleman, Cloud held the door open for me to walk through first, giving him a curt nod I walked out onto the spacious balcony. The floor was made out of a mosaic picture, when looking from a distance I can just make out some small hearts. Ancient pottery of legendary Gods and Goddess's were along the edges with plants growing from them. Small hanging baskets were nailed to the far wall in the corner with exotic flowers blooming their full potential. I walked to the edge of the balcony and leaned on the railings, the view was breath-taking! Crysal like water trickled down a large fountain with gardens bursting with flowers surrounding it. A few benches were dotted around the gardens where some couples sat. Wait did I just see pink? Leaning further out I can just make out two people, one was wearing pink. I couldn't quite see the other. Leaning out even further I felt a pair of large, warm hands hold onto my waist, I glaced behind me to meet Cloud's mischiveous eyes.

"If you lean out any further you'll fall. Is this comfortable for you?" My heart leapt into my throat, no one normally cares about my safety.

"It's fine with me." I state looking closely at the now walking pair. " Oh my GAWD!"

"What is it?"

"It's Aerith and Zack, holding hands! Aww they look so lovely together, doncha' think Cloud?" I turned around and faced the hott blondie.

"Hmm-hmm." Cloud nodded and smiled, I returned it. I watched his eyes scan my face, he looked down at my lips then met my eyes. What did Aerith always tell me? If someone looks down at your lips they want to kiss you! My mind screamed, am I gonna kiss him? I hope so! Cloud again looked and my lips then at my eyes, I melted. He lowered his face towards mine and I tilted my head towards him. Our faces were now close enough for our breath to mingle, he brushed his soft lips against mine and my heart skipped a beat. Our lips were so close now, I'm gonna faint. The kiss was coming, any minute now. Our lips were touching and..

YUFFIE!

huh?

YUFFIE!

WTF? Why is that person ruining the moment?

YUF GET UP!

I am up! Whoever is spoiling this is gonna get it. BIG time

" Yuffie wake up. " My eyes fluttered open only to close due to the bright light hanging above me. " Yuffie your so lazy get up it's almost 3." Hey I know that voice. I let my eyes open again to find an angry gunblade weilder looking down at me. Squall.

"I'M GONNA KILL YOU!" I screamed at the top of my lungs, I saw Squall jump back taken by my sudden outburst. I kicked the green covers off me and leapt out of bed glaring wildly and him. Squall's eyes narrowed in confusion as he took a step back. Do ya think I look crazy? Taking deep breaths I stalked closer to my prey.

"Yuf? What's up? You look pissed off."

"Of course I'm pissed off. YOU RUINED MY PERFECT DREAM SQUALL."

"Okay 1) this childish behavior is all because of a dream?" I felt my fists ball up. I'm not a child, I may act childish but I'm a 17 year old.

" 2) stop your swearing." I'm gonna pound his head in so much he'll wake up two weeks from now.

" and 3) It's Leon." That's it! I rushed at him punching and kicking him, he only wrapped his arms around my waist and threw me onto his broad shoulder.

"SQUALL PUT ME DOWN I'M GONNA KILL YOU. YOU'LL WAKE UP NEXT WEEKEND OUT OF A COMA WHEN I'M THROUGH WITH YOU!"

"Leon and save the rage for the next cup in the colisseum tonight."

"huh?" I stopped kneeing Squall in the chest and punching his back as he slowly put me down.

"Yeah we have to be there in 4 hours it'll take 2 to get there since the warp gummi has broken down." Squall walked over to the Green room door and opened it waiting for me to walk through first.

"Not like you to be a gentleman." I stated walking past him before leaning against the wall. Squall picked up some munny and locked the door.

"Not like you to stop hitting me or eat in you pajamas for that matter." I looked down to find myself in loose pale pink trousers and one of Squall's white shirts. I love my mix and match PJ's.

"I'm gonna freeze en I?"

"No." Squall took off his leather jacket and wrapped it around my shoulders leaving himself in a white thin shirt that had no sleeves.

"Okay what's up? First you hold the door open for me, you don't even raise your voice while I'm screaming and then you give me your jacket."

"Aerith told me what you said to her. About me not treating you like every other girl but as crap. Well I'll try and be nicer."

"And? There's an and in there somewhere. What do you want me to do?"

"There's a new opponent in the cup tonight. A strong warrior, I need you to check him out."

"So I'm fighting solo before WE kick his butt."

"That's the plan."

"Sure. uh what's he look like?"

"They sent a picture." I saw Squall stuff his hand into his pocket and pull out a folded piece of paper handing it to me. I took hold of it and unfolded the paper to find .. Cloud? The picture was only small so it only showed his face, he had spiky blonde hair and glowing blue eyes. His eyes held so much hidden emotion it made me eager to meet him. I can easily tell he's hidding alot of things.

"The guy from my dream.." I mumbled remembering how awesome it was.

"What?"

"Oh nothing." I shook my head and looked at the picture once more. A small smile on my lips, " Cloud Strife prepare to meet your defeat." I can't wait to meet him! I wonder what he'll be like in real life?...


A/N: OKAY I'm ending it there. Happy now? Sorry for the crappy entry, I did my best! Trouble is that this ' one-shot ' sounds more like a three chapter story now doesn't it. Maybe I'll do that if you reviewers want me too. Hope you CloudxYuffie fans liked this. Please review me and tell me what you think but please no flames. Luv fromyour authoress Kai xx