ATE: Sorry I haven't updated in so long. But I got a new chap ready to go. I hope you enjoy.
Chapter 7
Party On With Familiar And New Faces
As the party went on, I caught up with everyone on what has happened for them over three months.
Tifa explained that Marlene and Denzel had asked her where I was the day I disappeared. She told me that it was hard to explain to them since they were still young and most likely wouldn't understand.
So I was with Marlene and Denzel as we ate cake (that was one of the things we could eat).
"Your hair has gotten so long, Tori." Said Marlene. "I can't wait to braid it. It'll be like braiding my doll's hair!"
"Don't worry, Marlene. You can braid it any time you want. You have my full permission." I said.
"Will we be doing stuff together again like we used to?" Asked Denzel.
"Of course we will, Denzel. You have no idea how much I've missed doing things with you guys."
"Come on, Denzel. Let's get more cake!" Said Marlene.
Marlene and Denzel left to get more cake. I stood where I was watching how they went over to the table with the cake.
"Yo sure have a way with kids." A voice said behind me.
I turned around and saw that it was Barret. I've never really talked with Barret before, but there's a first for everything, right?
"It may seem that way. They've really grown attached to me when I first came here." I said.
"You have no idea how many times Marlene asked me about when you would return."
"Well, I'm here now."
"That true. I better see how the others are."
"Sure thing, Barret."
I left Barret and went over to where Vincent was. Vincent was in the corner with a glass of wine in his hand as he leaned again the wall.
"Hello, Vincent." I said.
Vincent looked up at me, acknowledging that I was there.
"Are you mad about the Count Dracula thing?"
"Why would I be mad about something like that?" He asked.
"Then you still remember that, right?"
"It was three months ago when it happened, or did you forget?"
"It may have been three months for you, but it was three years for me."
"Then that would explain why it seemed to be longer for you than for the others."
I then became serious.
"Vincent. There's something you need to know."
Vincent looked at me. I needed to tell him about the events of the 'Dirge Of Cerberus' game. During the three years I spend back home, I bought a PS2 and 'Dirge Of Cerberus'. I beat the game within a week with the secret ending as well.
"In one year's time, there will be a crisis here. A group of evil people will be after you, and as you fight them, you will need to confront your past." I explained.
"What do you mean?"
"I can't tell you. All I can tell you is that there is a game in my world that tells of these events. That is how I know." I said. "I gotta go, Vincent."
I left and found Cloud talking to an older man that had dark hair and a beard. By his side stood Cait Sith. I immediately knew that it was Reeve Tuesti.
Cloud spotted me and motioned for me to come over.
"There you are Tori. I want you to meet someone." Said Cloud.
"I'm Reeve Tuesti, Leader of the WRO." Reeve held out his hand to me, which I shook. "But I assume you probably already knew that."
"Nice to meet you Reeve." I said. "And yes, you're right."
"You probably already know my little friend, Cait Sith." He motioned to Cait Sith, who waved.
"Why, long time no see, Tori." Said Cait Sith.
"Good to see you too."
Just then, I heard the door slam open, and turned around to see…Reno and Rude…!
"Not him again…" I thought.
I remembered my first encounter with Reno.
"We're here and ready to party!" Said Reno.
Reno then spotted me and started to come over to where I was. Oh no…
"Say, haven't I seen you somewhere before?" He asked.
"N-no, I don't believe we have." I said nervously.
"Are you sure? I would never forget the faces of the ladies I meet."
"She hasn't met you Reno." Said Cloud stepping in. About time. "Let's go." He whispered.
I eagerly agreed and left with Cloud to another area of the room. I wanted to get as far away from the red head as possible.
"Didn't expect him to be here." I said.
"You mean Reno?" Asked Cloud.
"Yeah."
"Just hope he doesn't start hitting on you again."
"I agree."
ATE: Short, I know. I still have a little case of writer's block, so I might take longer.
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