"I'm sorry, I'm still so confused." Aerith said.

"I told you he went into some golden cave and this lady, Arathia, with a tentacle in her hair or was her hair, kissed him in more ways than one." Jessie said. 

Tifa was sitting down. It's a lot to process.

"Why would he do that? He's finally falling in love." Aerith said.

"I doubt it's love. I've noticed the scratches." Tifa said.

"That girl was really pretty." Wedge said.

"I'm pretty sure she's mean on the inside." Biggs said.

"Let's not worry about this. We need to worry about the next mission. Soldier boy is coming on this one. I don't care about his private affairs." Barret said.

Jessie, Tifa, and Aerith nodded. I walk in. At least last night I got a breath of fresh air. Everyone tried not to make eye contact. I walk to Barret.

"You know what to do?" He asked. 

I nod. 

"Remember soldier boy, I don't care about your affairs. I only care about you not messing this up. This is a big one." He said.