This is the last chapter already! TT The epilouge! The Final Fight! Read on! -Soranryu
Dear child, get ready. I'm going to expel Jenova in five minutes, the Planet spoke up. Hearing that, Sephiroth's eyes snapped open and he rushed out of the house, to the open secluded space behind the house. Flame was hot on his heels, "What's wrong, Seth?"
The ex-General did not give a smile at her nickname for him like usual, but only replied seriously, "Stay back, Flame. I'm going to get rid of Jenova once and for all." Hearing his words, Flame stopped in her tracks before taking a few steps back.
Just as Sephiroth made sure she was a safe distance away, a golden light surrounded him. Pain shot through his head and he winced, clutching his head with one arm while the other tightened around Masamune. Soon after, a purple light shot out of his head and crashed to the ground in front of him.
As the purple light started to take on a more humanoid shape, Sephiroth shook his head and smirked, "Today's the end of you, Jenova." "NEVER!" a distorted voice screamed and soon, the purple light transformed into Jenova. The ex-General was used to seeing Jenova, but Flame gave a gasp, "She's beautiful…"
That's true; Jenova was very beautiful for an alien. Her silver body, slim and perfect, was clothed in a purple nightgown with black highlights. Her hair, a shade of silver duller than Sephiroth's, fell perfectly on both sides of her neck. Her eyes, orbs bright red like rubies, were filled with anger and intelligence. If she wasn't an alien, she would have been the perfect woman in most men's eyes.
"You may have forced me out, but I will take back your body! And this time, I will shatter your will to dust!" Jenova screamed in fury. The light of the Planet surrounding Sephiroth swirled around before gathering around Masamune, coating the sword with golden light. Without delay, he charged at Jenova, aiming his sword at her heart.
The alien anticipated that and dodged to the side before aiming her own attack at Sephiroth's unguarded back. Sensing that blow, he ducked and swung Masamune upwards. Jenova couldn't catch up and a deep wound appeared on her body, blood pouring out of her body profusely. As they both landed on the ground, Sephiroth standing and Jenova kneeling, Flame gave a sigh of relief; her beloved is going to win this.
Just as the ex-General was about to deliver the final blow, Jenova spoke up with effort, "I-If you kill me, you're not going to live. Y-You will die, because I was the one who let you live. Without me, you will end up in the Lifestream forever."
At her words, Sephiroth paused and looked over to Flame, who was shocked at the alien's words as well. If he killed Jenova, he would die and break his oath to the girl. His heart clenched at that thought and he lowered his sword. However, a small hand grasped his and once more pointed Masamune at the alien.
Sephiroth looked to his side in surprise to see Flame. She smiled gently up at him, "It'll be okay, Seth." Gathering his strength, he plunged his sword through Jenova's heart without hesitation. Not expecting him to do that, Jenova could only stare wide-eyed before she collapsed on the ground, dead.
A few seconds later, green light started to surround Sephiroth, the Lifestream reaching out to claim his body. For once, he was afraid of death and he reached out to Flame, wanting to touch her one last time. What he did not expect was Flame grasping Masamune and piercing it through her own heart.
"FLAME!" he shouted as she fell to the ground. Sephiroth got down to his knees and held her close, "Why did you do that?" For the first time, tears flowed out of his eyes and down his cheeks. Reaching out a trembling hand to wipe his tears away, she whispered, "You bounded yourself to me…and now I'll do the same. Wherever you go, Seth…I'll follow…even if it's death…"
As she whispered her oath to him, the Lifestream extended from him to blanket her as well, seemingly to claim her and help her fulfil her promise. Don't worry, dear children, the ancient voice of the Planet sounded, I promise you both a peaceful life together in the Lifestream. This is my reward to you for saving me.
Sephiroth then leaned down to place a kiss on Flame's lips, as they both faded to nothing.
Did anyone cry? I apologize if the fight scene was a bit dull, but hopefully everyone enjoyed this fic! Thank you for reading!- Soranryu
