Midgar: Wall market
Cloud and Aerith head through a demolished part of District 6 until the reach a children’s playground.
AERITH
The gate to District 7 is over there.
CLOUD
Got it. I guess this is goodbye. You think you can get back on your own?
AERITH
Oh no! I can’t make it back! What would you do then, huh?
CLOUD
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I’d take you home
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We’d go to District 7 together
AERITH (I’d take you home)
Isn’t that a little silly?
CLOUD
Scratching his head.
Yeah. You’re right.
AERITH (We’d go to District 7 together)
Well, I’m happy with that, but won’t you get into trouble?
CLOUD
What?
AERITH
…Never mind!
AERITH
Let’s have a rest.
She walks into the playground and stops by a giant climbable slide toy with a cartoon bear face.
This takes me back… I can’t believe it’s still here.
She runs around, climbs up to the top of it, and waves her hand at Cloud.
Cloud! Come up.
Cloud shrugs and comes up. Aerith gets comfortable, tucking her feet under herself and leaning closer. Cloud sits next to her on top of the toy.
What class were you?
CLOUD
Class?
AERITH
Soldier class.
Cloud Looks up as if thinking.
CLOUD
Oh, I was…
The screen flashes white.
Class… First class.
AERITH
Hmm. The same.
CLOUD
As who?
AERITH
First boy I was really fond of.
CLOUD
Were you together?
Aerith shakes her head.
AERITH
It wasn’t like that. I just thought he was kinda nice.
CLOUD
I might know him. What’s the guy’s name?
AERITH
It doesn’t matter anymore.
As Cloud stares at Aerith, a giant District 7 gate opens in the background and a chocobo carriage drives through. Tifa is standing on the back of the carriage in a purple dress.
CLOUD
Hmm… Who’s that back there?
He suddenly stands up.
Tifa!?
Aerith stands up. The door closes and the two watch as the carriage continues to drive away off screen.
AERITH
That was Tifa? Where’s she going? And what is she dressed like that for?
Aerith quickly jumps onto and slides down the slide, before running after the carriage. Cloud stretches his arm out toward Aerith.
CLOUD
Wait! I’ll go alone! You go home!
As Aerith disappears off screen, Cloud slumps his shoulders and shakes his head. He jumps off of the playground toy and follows Tifa and Aerith.
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In Wall Market, Aerith is talking to some of the locals before approaching Cloud at the entrance.
AERITH
This place is scary in all kinds of ways… especially for girls. So we have to find Tifa fast.
Heading toward the Honeybee Manor...
BIG MAN WITH BEARD NPC
I just can’t make up my mind… Hmm. Huh? About what? Heh, heh. Don’t make me spell it out… It’s about that manor on the right.
Outside the Honeybee Manor entrance, men are hanging around, a spikey-haired man, a Shin-Ra grunt, an older man, and Johnny. A man in a suit stands in front of the entryway. Johnny is standing by the Honeybee Manor, facing the building.
JOHNNY
Man… To enter or not to enter? Ah, I get so poetic at times like this. I give up!
He turns and faces Cloud.
Oh! You’re… What? You too!?
CLOUD
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Yeah, me too
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Don’t bring me down to your level
JOHNNY (Yeah, me too)
You’re Tifa’s childhood friend, an’ y-you brought a new girlfriend along to a place like this? Just what kinda man are ya!?
JOHNNY (Don’t bring me down to your level)
Uh, ya see… I thought about it a lot an’… I’ve decided I want this to be my last memory of Midgar. But… that guy over there’s scarin’ me off.
SPIKEY-HAIRED NPC
Hey, dumbass, what’s the big idea!? Can’t you see I’m busy? Beat it, or I’ll beat you!!
SHIN-RA GRUNT NPC
Argh, this isn’t gonna work. I’ll never get anywhere at this rate. Not with my rank and salary anyway. …sigh… I’m not in her league.
OLDER MAN NPC
Welcome! Even losers like you may meet the girl of their dreams here at the Honeybee Manor. Are you looking for a girlfriend?
CLOUD
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Do you know a girl named Tifa?
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I’m not interested in a place like this
OLDER MAN NPC (Do you know a girl named Tifa?)
Heh. You’re fast. Tifa’s our sexy newcomer. But you’re out of luck. She’s being interviewed right now. Here at the Honeybee Manor, it’s customary for all new girls to be taken to Don Corneo’s mansion. Don Corneo is a famous bachelor and a bit of a womanizer. He’s settling down now though and is out in search of a bride.
OLDER MAN NPC (I’m not interested in a place like this)
Too much for you, huh? Well, that’s the way it goes.
SUITED MAN IN ENTRYWAY NPC
The Honeybee Manor is a members’ club. I am very sorry, but you will have to leave.
Back out into the main streets…
MAN BY INN ENTRANCE NPC
Hey. You there. Need a rest? We have some great rooms on offer, so how about it?
Inside the inn…
INN KEEPER NPC
Welcome. It’s 10 gil to stay the night.
CLOUD
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Stay
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Don’t stay
INNKEEPER NPC (Stay)
Screen fades to black.
Thank you very much. Please come again.
INNKEEPER NPC (Don’t stay)
Then we look forward to seeing you some other time.
Inside an item store near the entrance, if Cloud tries to use the machine.
MACHINE TEXT
…beep……b…
A machine gun pivots and fires at Cloud. Cloud dodges.
CLOUD
Whoa! It’s broken.
KID BY CAT STATUE NPC
Cats are nice, aren’t they? This one’s a little too big though, huh?
Inside the Item Store, the Item Storekeeper NPC is facing the shelves, he turns around and suddenly notices Cloud.
ITEM STOREKEEPER NPC
Wah! If you need anything, please let me know.
Back outside…
MAN COOKING OUTSIDE NPC
It’s too early for lunch. Come back later.
Inside the Materia Store, the Materia Storekeeper NPC is laying down on his side and facing away from the door. He rolls over to face you.
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC
I’m on my break right now.
Back outside…
PERSON LOOKING AT CLOTHING RACK NPC
Oh, what to do? Maybe I should just buy it.
Inside the clothing store…
CUSTOMER BY COUNTER NPC
Stop pushing in! Learn some manners!
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
Welcome. Please take your time.
Back outside…
WANDERING SPIKEY-HAIRED NPC
Hey! Buddy! That’s some beaut you’ve brought with you! Take her to the don. You’ll make a mint.
Heading further north, two people are talking near the gym.
PERSON 1 NPC
Can’t we do something about all this trash?
PERSON 2 NPC
It belongs to the owner of the weapon store. He keeps picking things up and dumping it here.
PERSON 1 NPC
Oh, the shop that even has a tank on display?
PERSON 2 NPC
But just look at all this! It’s completely worthless!
Inside the gym…
MAN KICKING THE PUNCHING BAG NPC
Hey… Why not join us?
PERSON STANDING ON SCALE NPC
I don’t believe it! I’ve put on weight again!
MAN DOING SQUATS NPC
Okay… One, two, three. Squats are all about rhythm. Big Bro! I’m doing my best! How’s this?
Inside the bar, there’s an old man, two people dining at a table, a man waiting outside of the bathroom, and the barkeep.
OLD MAN NPC
Ohh… hell. Times are bad.
DINING PERSON 1 NPC
I swear! That’s what happened!
DINING PERSON 2 NPC
Hehe!
BARKEEPER NPC
Can I help you? If you’d like to order, please do so at the bar.
MAN WAITING OUTSIDE BATHROOM NPC
Hey, you’ve got to do something! Someone went in there and they’re not coming out. I can’t hold it in much longer!
If Cloud opens the bathroom door, there’s a redhead leaning over the toilet.
REDHEAD IN THE BATHROOM NPC
Urrgh! What are you doing!? Stop looking, dammit! Hey, got any medicine on you? That was one hell of a night… urgh…
Inside the Weapon Store, the Weapon Store Owner NPC is sitting on top of a tank. A different NPC is at the register.
WEAPON STORE OWNER NPC
You after somethin’ I don’t wanna hear any complaints about my storage area outside though.
At Don Corneo’s Mansion…
DOORMAN NPC
This is Don Corneo’s mansion. He’s a big shot here in Wall Market. Listen, the don’s not into men, so get the hell outta—
Noticing Aerith…
Oh, you’ve got a cute girl with you!
Cloud and Aerith run to the side so that they’re not heard by the doorman.
AERITH
Ah, so this is the don’s mansion. I’ll go take a look. I’ll let Tifa know you’re here.
She starts to run toward the doorman.
CLOUD
No!! She runs back over to Cloud.
AERITH
Why not?
CLOUD
This place… It’s… …Well, you know?
AERITH
Then what’s your plan? Are you coming in with me?
CLOUD
I’m a man. If I bust in there, it’ll just cause a big scene.
Aerith starts to giggle.
On the other hand, I can’t let you go in alone. Come to think of it… …first, we need to know if Tifa’s safe or n—
He notices Aerith giggling.
What’s so funny? Aerith?
AERITH
Cloud, dress up as a girl. I’m sorry, but it’s the only way!
CLOUD
WHAT!?
Aerith runs over to the doorman.
AERITH
Just you wait there. I’m gonna go find a cute friend of mine.
CLOUD
Aerith! There’s just no way!
AERITH
You’re worried about Tifa, aren’t you? Then come on! Let’s hurry!
DOORMAN NPC
A friend too, huh? Sounds good to me. The don’ll be happy and… who knows… Heh, heh, heh.
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Going back inside the clothing store…
AERITH
Excuse me. I’d like a dress, please.
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
Hm. It could take a while. Is that okay?
While they’re talking, Cloud is looking back and forth at the store.
AERITH
What’s the problem?
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
Well, my father’s in a bit of a slump. He makes all the dresses, you see.
AERITH
Where’s your father?
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
He’s probably out getting plastered at the bar.
AERITH
So, what you’re saying is unless something’s done about your father, I can’t get a dress?
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
I’m afraid so. We’re in a real pickle.
! Store Owner’s Son NPC looks surprised, as if having a revelation, and then shrugs.
Perhaps you could… help bring him back somehow?
AERITH
Sure! I mean, if I don’t do something, I don’t get a dress, right?
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
Really!? It’d be great if you could get through to that crazy old codger. I’m at my wit’s end…
AERITH
All right, I’ll do my best. Come on, Cloud! Let’s go!
If Cloud talks to Shop Owner’s Son NPC again…
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
So, how did it go?
CLOUD
We haven’t found him yet.
Heading into the bar, Cloud approaches an old man sitting on the right side of the bar.
AERITH
Excuse me… Are you the father of the man working at the clothes store?
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Yeah, yeah. I own the store. What are you bothering me for?
AERITH
Uh, well…
CLOUD
Make me some clothes.
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
I don’t make men’s clothes. Besides, I’m not in the mood.
AERITH
Cloud, I’ll have a talk with him. Have a drink or something.
Cloud runs toward the bar, but stops just short of it.
Excuse me, mister. You see, it’s like this… He told me that just once, he’d like to be a girl. So… that’s why I need a cute dress.
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
What? A tough guy like him?
AERITH
So, how about it?
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Hmm. Certainly interesting. And I was getting bored of just making regular clothes.
AERITH
Then you’ll do it?
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Yeah, why not? What kinda dress d’ya need?
AERITH
One that feels…
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Smooth
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Light
…and…
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Sparkles
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Shines
Depending on her answers, the Clothing Store Owner NPC will either make a cotton dress, satin dress, or silk dress.
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Hm. Yeah… Okay, got it. Y’know, I’ve a friend with the same… ‘taste’ as him. I’ll go get his opinion.
Aerith runs and joins Cloud. They return to the clothing store and the Clothing Store Owner NPC is now standing at the register. The Store Owner’s Son NPC is working on the clothing shelves.
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
Looks like all went well. He’s been working on the dress ever since he got back.
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Welcome back. It’s ready. Go try it on.
Obtained Key Item Cotton/Satin/Silk Dress! Aerith walks over and stands by the changing room. Cloud shivers, walks into the changing room and closes the curtain.
CLOUD
How do you put THIS on?
Aerith walks over and leans into the changing room.
Whoa! What are you doing!?
AERITH
Yeah, it’s still not right. A wig! That’s what you need!
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Yeah, I thought you might, so I talked to that friend of mine. He’ll be at the gym—a little farther up. You’ll find a lot of people into his kinda thing there. You should talk to them.
Cloud walks out of the changing room.
CLOUD
…’His kinda thing’? Aerith, just what have you been telling him?
AERITH
Never mind that now… We got a pretty dress!
If Cloud talks to Clothing Store Owner NPC and Store Owner’s Son NPC…
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Well? Did you speak to my friend?
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
How did it go? Did you get a wig?
Entering the gym, the person who was standing on the scale before is now standing by the ring, watching two men do squats. Cloud approaches this person and they turn around.
BIG BRO NPC
You the one? The guy who wants to be cute?
CLOUD
Cute?
AERITH
That’s right. We need a wig.
BIG BRO NPC
So I’ve heard. But it’s not gonna be that easy!
The man doing squats outside of the ring comes over.
MAN DOING SQUATS NPC
Urrgh! Only those who have mastered being a Bro can be as cute as Big Bro!!
The two men who were doing squats in the ring, jump out of it.
SQUAT MAN 1 NPC
Yeah!
SQUAT MAN 2 NPC
You’ll have to prove yourself to us.
BIG BRO NPC
Yup. Let’s have a squat contest.
Special Note: Not sure why, but the pattern on my PS5 controller was [triangle], O, X, which does not match the dialogue.
SQUAT MAN 2
All right! I’ll thrash him out of this gym!
CLOUD
Looking at Big Bro.
Hang on a sec! Are you a ma—
AERITH
Cloud!!
BIG BRO NPC
Am I a what? Everyone around here just calls me ‘Big Bro’, if that’s what you mean? Anyway, never mind that.
Big Bro NPC turns and waves over Man Doing Squats NPC.
Come here. I’ll explain the rules. From the stance, press [square] to squat, X to stand up, and O to go back to the stance. So it’s [square], X, O. In that order. Got it?
CLOUD
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No
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Yeah, got it
BIG BRO NPC (No)
Okay, I’ll explain again. From the stance, press [square] to squat, X to stand up, and O to go back to the stance. So it’s [square], X, O. In that order. Got it?
BIG BRO NPC (Yeah, got it)
If you can squeeze out more squats than him in 30 seconds, I’ll give you the wig.
MAN DOING SQUATS NPC
I won’t lose! Big Bro’s wig is MINE!
BIG BRO NPC
You sure talk the talk… It’s not fair to throw you in at the deep end. Want some practice first?
CLOUD
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Just a little warm-up
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I don’t need practice
BIG BRO NPC (Just a little warm-up)
Ready? Go! You managed __ squats.
BIG BRO NPC (I don’t need practice)
Time for the real thing. Go! He did __ squats, and you did __.
If Cloud wins…
BIG BRO NPC
You’re really something. Okay, I keep my promises. Here you go.
Big Bro NPC hands the wig to Cloud. Obtained Key Item Blonde Wig!
MAN DOING SQUATS NPC
Big Bro, I can’t believe it! It’s not fair!
Big Bro NPC walks up and punches him across the room.
BIG BRO NPC
Shut up! Stop your blubberin’, just ‘cause you lost!
MAN DOING SQUATS NPC
Uurrgh… Big Bro’s fists of steel numb you to the bone.
The men gather around Man Doing Squats NPC, who is still laying on the floor.
SQUAT MAN 2 NPC
Big Bro, you need to learn to control your temper.
BIG BRO NPC
Take special care of it.
If Cloud ties…
BIG BRO NPC
You showed fight. I’ll give you my old one.
Big Bro NPC hands the wig to Cloud. Obtained Key Item Brown Wig!
MAN DOING SQUATS NPC
Uh, Big Bro… a-aren’t I getting’ it?
Big Bro NPC walks up and punches him across the room.
BIG BRO NPC
Shut up! You’ve no right to complain, tying with a beginner!!
MAN DOING SQUATS NPC
Uurrgh… Big Bro’s fists of steel numb you to the bone.
The men gather around Man Doing Squats, who is still laying on the floor.
SQUAT MAN 2 NPC
Big Bro, you need to learn to control your temper.
BIG BRO NPC
Take special care of it.
If Cloud loses…
BIG BRO NPC
That’s a shame. You lose. But my friend at the clothes shop asked me for a favour, so, well, I’ll have to hand it over… Hm. Now, where did I put it? Looks like I’ve got no choice. Here. Take this one instead.
The Man Doing Squats NPC faces away from the others, wiggles with his hands reaching for the front of his gym wear to pull out the wig, and gives it to Cloud. Big Bro NPC walks up and punches him across the room.
BIG BRO NPC
You idiot! What the hell kinda place is that to hide it in!?
MAN DOING SQUATS NPC
Uurrgh… Big Bro’s fists of steel numb you to the bone.
BIG BRO NPC
Sorry. You should still be able to use it if you disinfect it first.
Obtained Key Item Frizzy Wig! The men gather around Man Doing Squats, who is still laying on the floor.
SQUAT MAN 2 NPC
Big Bro, you need to learn to control your temper.
BIG BRO NPC
Take special care of it.
From here, Cloud can go straight to the clothing store or…
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Cloud can explore more of Wall Market for other items to improve Cloud’s disguise. If Cloud wants cologne, he'll head toward the restaurant...
MAN OUTSIDE RESTAURANT NPC
Come on in. If you enter now, you may receive a free pharmacy coupon.
Inside the restaurant, there are six diners sitting at stools that are lined up and eating along a diner type counter facing the kitchen. One stool is empty.
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC
Welcome! Please sit wherever you wish.
DINER 1 NPC
I got another coupon today.
DINER 2 NPC
…mmm…scarf…glub…
DINER 3 NPC
I always get the special.
DINER 4 NPC
It’s thanks to the don that we can eat like this.
DINER 5 NPC
I got another coupon today.
DINER 6 NPC
…hng…gah…ack… Don’t sneak up on me like that!
If Cloud tries to walk into the kitchen…
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC
Sir. Please keep out of the kitchen!
Cloud walks over by the empty stool.
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC
Please have a seat.
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Sit down
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Don’t sit down (Nothing happens if selected)
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC (Sit down)
Hello. What would you like?
CLOUD
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Yakiniku (a grilled meat dish)
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Sashimi (a raw fish delicacy)
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Today’s special
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC (Yakiniku: a grilled meat dish)
One yakiniku!
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC (Sashimi: a raw fish delicacy)
One sashimi!
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC (Today’s special)
One special!
RESTAURANT CHEF NPC
Coming up!
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC (Same dialogue for Yakiniku, Sashimi, or Today’s Special.)
We have a cash-first policy here. That will be 70 gil, please.
If Cloud doesn’t have enough money, Restaurant Waiter NPC will turn to Restaurant Chef NPC.
RESTAUANT WAITER NPC
Cancel that last order! Sir, you shouldn’t order if you don’t have enough. Please come back when you can pay for the meal.
If Cloud has enough money, Restaurant Waiter NPC takes the money.
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC
Thank you. Please wait a moment.
Waiter grabs food and hands it to Cloud.
Sorry to have kept you waiting. Enjoy.
Cloud eats the food.
CLOUD
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…
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It was all right
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Not really to my taste
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC (…)
Thank you.
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC (It was all right)
Thank you. Here’s a coupon. You can exchange it for an item at the pharmacy. This was the last of the coupons, so we’re no longer offering that promotion. Keep an eye out for our next promotion.
Obtained Key Item Pharmacy Coupon!
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC (Not really to my taste)
Thank you.
If Cloud tries ‘It was alright’ a second time…
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC
Thank you.
Cloud exits the restaurant and enters the pharmacy, the Item Storekeeper NPC doesn’t immediately notice him.
ITEM STOREKEEPER NPC
Wah! If you need anything, please let me know. Oh, you have a coupon? In that case, please choose an item.
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Disinfectant
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Deodorant
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Digestive
Here you go.
Obtained Key Item Disinfectant/Deodorant/Digestive! Cloud exits the pharmacy and enters the bar. Running to the bathroom door near the back and opening it, there’s a redhead still leaning over the toilet.
REDHEAD IN THE BATHROOM NPC
Urrgh! What are you doing!? Stop looking, dammit! What do you want? …urgh…
CLOUD
(…I could give her that item I received from the pharmacy.)
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Here. This might help.
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Sorry. Nothing happens if selected.
REDHEAD IN THE BATHROOM NPC
Huh? You’re just giving me this? Wow. I appreciate it.
If Cloud gives her Digestive...
REDHEAD IN THE BATHROOM NPC
Ahhh, that’s better. Here. And thanks a lot.
Obtained Key Item Sexy Cologne!
If Cloud gives her Deodorant…
REDHEAD IN THE BATHROOM NPC
What the heck is this? Oh well. Whatever. It didn’t do a thing, but thanks for trying. Here. This is for being so nice to me…
Obtained Key Item Flower Cologne!
If Cloud gives her Disinfectant…
REDHEAD IN THE BATHROOM NPC
What the heck is this? Oh well. Whatever. It didn’t do a thing, but thanks for trying. Here. This is for being so nice to me…
Obtained Key Item Cologne!
As the Redhead In The Bathroom NPC walks out, The Man Waiting Outside Bathroom NPC runs into the bathroom. If Cloud opens the door on him…
MAN NOW IN BATHROOM NPC
Hey!
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If Cloud wants a tiara, he'll head toward the Materia Store. The Materia Storekeeper is laying across a pillow.
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC
Hey, bud, got a minute? I need to talk… man to man. Whaddya say?
CLOUD
…
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Let’s hear it
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I’m not interested
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC (Let’s hear it)
Really? Thanks! I’m sorry, miss… Would you mind going over there a second?
Aerith runs to other side of the room and faces them.
AERITH
Why?
CLOUD
Shaking his head.
…Aerith.
Aerith turns and faces the wall.
AERITH
Gosh!
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC
I’m sorry. Now, here’s the thing… You know that vending machine at the inn? I’m dying to know what’s being sold in it. From what I’ve been told, it’s not something a girl should be seeing. What? Why don’t I go? Well, to tell you the truth… I argued with the owner, so now it’s kinda awkward. Come on… Please?
CLOUD
…
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You’re on
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I’m not interested
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC (You’re on)
Great! Thanks! I’m countin’ on ya!
AERITH
Finished?
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC (I’m not interested)
Oh, all right, sorry. Forgot it.
AERITH
Finished?
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC (I’m not interested)
Oh, all right, sorry. Forget it.
Leaving the Materia Store and heading toward the inn.
MAN BY INN ENTRANCE NPC
Hey. You there. Need a rest? We have some great rooms on offer, so how about it?
Inside the inn...
INN KEEPER NPC
Welcome. It’s 10 gil to stay the night.
CLOUD
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Stay
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Don’t stay
If Stay, screen fades to black. Then in the middle of the night, the screen shows Cloud standing in front of a vending machine in the inn’s hallway.
CLOUD
Hmm, this must be it…
1. Don’t buy anything
2. Buy the one for 200 gil
3. Buy the one for 100 gil
4. Buy the one for 50 gil
If Cloud doesn’t have enough gil for the selected item…
CLOUD
I don’t have that much. I’ll have to make do with another.
After selecting an option, Cloud takes the item out of the vending machine, screen fades to black again before showing Cloud standing at the inn check in counter.
INKEEPER NPC
Thank you very much. Please come again.
Back at the Materia Store…
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC (Don’t buy anything)
How did it go?
CLOUD
I haven’t been yet.
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC
Oh, well, I’m countin’ on ya.
If Cloud bought an item from the vending machine…
CLOUD
I’m back.
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC
Excellent! …Err…!
Aerith runs to the other side of the room and puts her hands on her hips.
AERITH
Hmph.
She turns and faces the wall.
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC
So, what was in it?
Cloud hands over the item.
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC (Buy the one for 200 gil)
…Spirit Reloader: Gold Edition, eh? That jerk’s doin’ some real good business. Well, he ain’t seen nothing yet. I’ll show him! Thanks, bud. I’m feeling motivated again. Here. Take this…
Materia Storekeeper NPC reaches through the shelves, grabs an item, and hands it to Cloud. Obtained Key Item Diamond Tiara!
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC (Buy the one for 100 gil)
…Stamina boosting drugs, eh? That jerk’s doin’ some real good business. Well, he ain’t seen nothing yet. I’ll show him! Thanks, bud. I’m feeling motivated again. Here. Take this…
Materia Storekeeper NPC reaches through the shelves, grabs an item, and hands it to Cloud. Obtained Key Item Ruby Tiara!
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC (Buy the one for 50 gil)
…Soothing massage salve, eh? That jerk’s doin’ some real good business. Well, he ain’t seen nothing yet. I’ll show him! Thanks, bud. I’m feeling motivated again. Here. Take this…
Materia Storekeeper NPC reaches through the shelves, grabs an item, and hands it to Cloud. Obtained Key Item Glass Tiara!
INNKEEPER NPC (Don’t stay)
Then we look forward to seeing you some other time.
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If Cloud wants underwear and make up, he'll head toward the Honeybee Manor…
BIG MAN WITH BEARD NPC
Nope. I just can’t make up my mind. Here. Take this. You won’t get in without it.
Obtained Key Item Membership Card!
If selected again…
BIG MAN WITH BEARD NPC
…
Taps his foot and crosses his arms.
Outside the Honeybee Manor entrance…
OLDER MAN NPC
Hmm… This way! This way!
SUITED MAN IN ENTRYWAY NPC
Ahh! Is that a Membership Card I see shining in your right hand? Please, come on in.
The men gather around Aerith. Cloud stands at the entrance and looks at her.
CLOUD
There’s something in here vital for my disguise. I just know it.
AERITH
Suuuure! Whatever you say!
Cloud brushes his hand through his hair and turns to face the entrance.
CLOUD
I’m going in!
He runs inside, leaving Aerith behind, and a Honeybee Girl NPC approaches him.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Tee-hee. <3 Hurry. Hurry. <3
She runs to the middle of the room. Cloud approaches her. The room is shaped like a hexagon with six doors. The door to the south is the exit.
Please, choose a room. <3 (What a weirdo. Well, no change there then.)
If Cloud goes to lower right door called The Queen's Hive...
CLOUD
Looks like this room’s occupied.
-
Eavesdrop
-
Take a peek
CLOUD (Eavesdrop)
…
There’s a crackling sound like thunder.
CLOUD (Take a peek)
…Whoa!
Looking inside the room through the keyhole, there is a king, a knight, a man rocking back and forth inside of the bathtub, a man in a suit, and a honeybee girl laying across the bed.
KING NPC
…The wind has ceased.
King NPC jumps off the bed and paces back and forth.
Is this the curse of the resurrected Devil King? Our most beloved queen does not awaken.
Lightning flashes.
The time is ripe.
Lightning flashes.
A legend handed down since ancient times.
KING’S SUBJECT 1 NPC
…psst… (Hey, if we don’t stop this soon, we’re gonna be in trouble.)
KING’S SUBJECT 2 NPC
(We’re supposed to be attending a luncheon with President Shinra, and he’s here pretending to be a king.)
KING’S SUBJECT 1 NPC
(You tell him.)
KING’S SUBJECT 2 NPC
(No way! I can’t!)
KING’S SUBJECT 1 NPC
(Psh. Whatever.)
KING NPC
A legend handed down since ancient times. Our destination: the Promised Land.
KING’S SUBJECT 1 NPC
(I can’t believe our boss sometimes.)
KING NPC
The one with blue eyes…
KING’S SUBJECT 2 NPC
(It happens every time we come to Midgar on business. We dragged ourselves all the way from the Gold Saucer for this…)
KING NPC
…and a great unsheathed sword on his back…
KING’S SUBJECT 1 NPC
(What are you complaining about? You only have to handle the lights. I have to wear this frickin’ armour, and it weighs a ton!)
KING NPC
…cannot lead us to the Promised Land.
KING’S SUBJECT 2 NPC
(Yeah, but I guess it’s all part of the job.)
KING’S SUBJECT 1 NPC
(That reminds me. Did you know his wife found out about all this?)
KING’S SUBJECT 2 NPC
(Ha, ha! Really!?)
KING’S SUBJECT 1 NPC
(Oh, looks like he’s done. Phew… Thank god!)
Lightning flashes.
Hey, boss. Uh, I mean… Your Majesty.
Slapping noises begin.
Waaah! Sorry! Please spare me the ancient curse!
Screen goes back to the hexagon room. The Honeybee Girl NPC approaches Cloud.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Tee-hee. <3 Hurry. Hurry. <3
If Cloud tries to take another peek…
CLOUD
…Whoa!
KING’S SUBJECT 1 NPC
(Aw, man! Not again!)
KING’S SUBJECT 2 NPC
(How many times is this now?)
KING’S SUBJECT 1 NPC
(I’ve lost count. Heh… ‘His Majesty’ sure does get into this.)
Special Note: from here, the dialogue repeats the exact same scene with the King and two subjects.
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If Cloud approaches the upper right room called The Lover’s Hive…
CLOUD
-
Eavesdrop
-
Take a peek
CLOUD (Eavesdrop)
…
There are odd sounds of two different people snoring.
CLOUD (Take a peek)
…Whoa!
Looking inside the room through the keyhole, there is an old man and old woman sitting on the bed. In the bathtub, a small Cait Sith is bouncing up and down.
OLD MAN
…sigh… …sigh…
OLD WOMAN
What’s wrong? Ye keep sighin’.
OLD MAN
…sigh… It’s juist…
OLD WOMAN
It’s no aboot the room again, is it?
OLD MAN
Well, ah know our son must’ve spent a bomb rentin’ all this fer us, but… …A big, round bed… Gorgeous tub… Ah’m juist no used tae it, that’s all.
OLD WOMAN
Och. Stop it, will ye? It doesnae get much better than this below the plate. People would bite yer hand off tae stay here.
OLD MAN
…sigh…
Screen goes back to the hexagon room. The Honeybee Girl NPC approaches Cloud.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Tee-hee. <3 Hurry. Hurry. <3
If Cloud tries to take another peek…
CLOUD
…Whoa!
OLD MAN
…sigh… …sigh… Oh aye… What’s the name o’ that company he works fer?
OLD WOMAN
Ye’v no forgot again, have ye?
OLD MAN
…sigh… I’m surprisin’ mahself these days.
OLD WOMAN
It’s the Shin-Ra Company! Shin-Ra! The biggest company in Midgar!
OLD MAN
Wow, it must really be somethin’!
OLD WOMAN
O’ course it is! He’s doin’ really well. Told me he’d bin made head o’ a whole department. It’s thanks tae him that we’re here. Ye should be grateful.
OLD MAN
Ye’r right.
Screen goes back to the hexagon room. The Honeybee Girl NPC approaches Cloud.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Tee-hee. <3 Hurry. Hurry. <3
If Cloud tries to take yet another peek…
CLOUD
…Whoa!
OLD WOMAN
Should we get some kip?
OLD MAN
Aye, we’re both tired.
OLD WOMAN
Ni-night.
OLD MAN
Night, love.
Screen goes back to the hexagon room. The Honeybee Girl NPC approaches Cloud.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Tee-hee. <3 Hurry. Hurry. <3
If Cloud tries to take one last peek…
CLOUD
…Whoa!
The room is pitch black dark, snoring sounds can be heard.
OLD MAN
…zZ…ghh…zzZ…
OLD WOMAN
…zzZ…
Screen goes back to the hexagon room. The Honeybee Girl NPC approaches Cloud.
HONEYBEE GIRL
Tee-hee. <3 Hurry. Hurry. <3
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If Cloud goes through the north door, he’ll walk into a dressing room with three honeybee girls standing in front of mirrors.
HONEYBEE GIRL 1 NPC
Wiggling in front of her mirror.
Hmm… <3 Oh, <3 I just can’t seem to lose weight. Hmm… Hmm… Oh my! You shouldn’t be in here! <3 (Ugh… A frisky customer.) Oh dear. (He’s still here? Oh well. Good timing.) How do I look?
CLOUD
-
I’m not interested
-
Average
HONEYBEE GIRL 1 NPC (I’m not interested)
Oh!
She begins to wiggle more furiously in front of her mirror.
Hmm… Hmm… Hmmm… Phew. This is hard work. Oh! What about now?
CLOUD
-
Nah, still not there
-
Not good at all
HONEYBEE GIRL 1 NPC (Nah, still not there)
Whaaat!?
HONEYBEE GIRL 1 NPC (Not good at all)
Puh! Not that you care, but you sure have a talent for getting under people’s skin!
HONEYBEE GIRL 1 NPC (Average)
Oh dear. Have I embarrassed you? (Man! Why are you so miserable?)
HONEYBEE GIRL 2 NPC
Eeek! <3 Stop! Yaaa! <3 Don’t look!!
HONEYBEE GIRL 3 NPC
…dab…dab…dab… (Oh, god. Every so often they come in here – the inconsiderate type. Just ignore him.) …pad…pad…pad… (Hmph! Clearly doesn’t know his place. What a loser! I’m gonna ignore him completely!) …tap…tap…tap… (Oh, what a pest! All right, get lost, you stray dog you! That’s it…! I’ll name him ‘Pooch’!) …comb…comb…comb… (What should I do…? He’s stalking me, isn’t he? What if he jumps me on the way home? He will, won’t he? I mean, he IS a dog.) …shake…shake…shake… (Think he’s after me? He makes me sick. His eyes are weird too. Then again, it’s not a good idea to hurt the feelings of guys like these. I better say hello…) H-hello, Pooch. Uh… I mean… Lovely weather today?
CLOUD
-
Introduce yourself
-
Goodbye
CLOUD (Introduce yourself)
Cloud puts his hand on his hip and poses.
By the way, I haven’t introduced myself yet. I’m Cloud—a Jack of all Trades.
HONEYBEE GIRL 3 NPC
Oh, really? Welcome, Cloud. (What the hell? Getting all cocky! No wonder I named you ‘Pooch’!) Bye…Cloud.
HONEYBEE GIRL 3 NPC (Goodbye)
Bye-bye! (Phew…<3 Thank god for that!)
Cloud exits the dressing room and the screen goes back to the hexagon room. The Honeybee Girl NPC approaches Cloud.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Tee-hee. <3 Hurry. Hurry. <3
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If Cloud enters the upper left room called The Love Nest…
CLOUD
Looks like it’s not in use.
-
I guess I’ll take this one
-
Look around
CLOUD (I guess I’ll take this one)
This room looks good.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Okay. <3 Are you sure? <3
CLOUD
-
Don’t make me repeat myself
-
Hmm…
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC (Don’t make me repeat myself)
Please. There’s no need to get angry. <3 (Geez… The violent type!)
She unlocks the room and waves Cloud in.
After you. <3
Cloud enters the room. There is a round bed and bathtub. A translucent version of Cloud is sitting on the floor with his head in his hands. Cloud approaches him…
CLOUD
Huh? You? What are you doing here?
Cloud begins to clutch his head in pain. Translucent Cloud lifts his head to look at Cloud.
TRANSLUCENT CLOUD NPC
‘Exactly what I was about to ask you. Should you be wasting time like this? Think you alone can solve all the problems in that little head of yours?’
Translucent Cloud raises his Buster Sword and jumps into Cloud’s body. Cloud collapses on the floor and Honeybee Girl NPC runs into the room and the screen goes black.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Oh! No! <3 Siiir! <3 Help! Somebody come quick! <3
With the screen still black…
TRANSLUCENT CLOUD TEXT
‘You must have realized by now that nothing changes when you only ever look at things from a distance?’
CLOUD
What are you saying?
TRANSLUCENT CLOUD TEXT
‘Looks like it has started to move.’
CLOUD
What has?
TRANSLUCENT CLOUD TEXT
‘Wake up!’
NON-CHARACTER TEXT BOX
…squeeze…squeeze…squeeze…squeeze…squeeze…squeeze…
…thump…thud…thud…thump…thud…thud…
…prick…prick…poke…<3
CLOUD
…OwW!
Cloud’s HP/MP Restored!
MUKKI TEXT
Wake up!
The screen reveals the bedroom again. Honeybee Girl NPC is standing by the wall. Cloud is laying across the bed with a buff man named Mukki standing over Cloud and pounding him.
MUKKI
Wake up!
Cloud sits up on the bed and Mukki relaxes, laying down across it.
Phew… <3 That’s a relief! <3 Sonny! Did you pass out? No, no, no… That’s no good. You can’t allow yourself to be so nervous.
CLOUD
-
Yeah…
-
Ugh…
MUKKI (Same dialogue for Yeah… or Ugh…)
Heh. They say that youth is long… and yet, in truth, it is fleeting. You take care of yourself from now on.
Mukki stands up.
Time’s up. <3 Buh-bye. <3
Mukki walks toward the door. The Honeybee Girl NPC follows him. Cloud stands up and shrugs. If Cloud talks to Mukki and Honeybee Girl NPC before they leave the room…
MUKKI
Don’t knock yourself down over this. It happens to the best of us.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
I’m so sorry. <3 Don’t worry. We all have our problems. <3 This is for your trouble. <3 Take good care of it.
Obtained Key Item Lingerie!
CLOUD
This tiny strip? For me? What the hell am I supposed to do with it!?
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC (Hmm…)
It’s all right. <3 Take your time. <3 (You mopey, old creepo!)
CLOUD
…
CLOUD (Look around)
…
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If Cloud enters the lower left room called The Group Hive…
CLOUD
Looks like it’s not in use.
-
I guess I’ll take this one
-
Look around
CLOUD (I guess I’ll take this one)
This room looks good.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Okay. <3 Are you sure? <3
CLOUD
-
Don’t make me repeat myself
-
Hmm…
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC (Don’t make me repeat myself)
Please. There’s no need to get angry. <3 (Geez… The violent type!)
She unlocks the room and waves Cloud in.
After you. <3
Cloud and Honeybee Girl NPC enter the room. She shuts the door behind them. Inside the room there is a large round bed and a bathtub.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Sir…<3 This way. This way. <3
She goes further into the bedroom and stands over by a bathtub. Cloud walks over to her.
So, shall we begin? <3 Sir, <3 did you choose this room because… …you’re feeling lonely?
CLOUD
-
I’m used to it
-
I don’t want to talk
CLOUD (I’m used to being alone)
Running his hand through his hair and putting his hands on his hips.
I’m used to being alone.
CLOUD (I don’t want to talk)
Running his hand through his hair and putting his hands on his hips.
Cut the small talk.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
Okay, Okay. <3 (You moody thing…) Come on. Everyone’s waiting.
CLOUD
-
Everyone?
-
What the hell am I doing?
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC (Everyone?)
See, here they are. <3
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC (What the hell am I doing?)
See, here they are. <3
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC
All right, everyone! <3
BURLY MEN NPC’S
One, two! One, two!
Honeybee Girl NPC runs out of the way as nine burly men run into the room. Cloud jumps out of the way and turns to face them.
Yeah! One, two! One, two! One, Two! One, two!
MUKKI
Wassup!?
BURLY MEN NPC’S
…grin…grin…grin… One, two! One, two!
Cloud shakes his head.
CLOUD
Oh man… What should I do?
-
I’m outta here
-
This doesn’t feel right
CLOUD (I’m outta here)
I haven’t got time to mess around with you weirdos. Outta my way!
CLOUD (This doesn’t feel right)
I always seem to get myself into these situations.
MUKKI
…pant…pant… Don’t be so shy! No need for formalities here, lad! …pant…pant… Don’t you wanna wash your youthful sweat and dirt off with us? Wassup!?
They bow and gather around Cloud. The screen pans up to just show the character’s heads.
Oh, sonny!! Not as slim as you look, huh!? …pant…pant… You’re so handsome!
They move to the bathtub, and all get in.
…pant…blub… Bathing’s great, ain’t it? Puts my heart at ease. So, whaddya think, lad? Feels good don’t it?
CLOUD
-
…
-
No, it’s awful
CLOUD (…)
I don’t feel good. Let me out.
CLOUD (No, it’s awful)
It’s far too stuffy in here!
MUKKI
Hang in there. Count to ten.
CLOUD
10… 9…
MUKKI
How old are you, sonny?
CLOUD
8… I’m 21…
MUKKI
You’re less than half my age. Lucky you. Whaddya say, lad? Wanna join Mukki’s Youth Circle?
CLOUD
-
I’m not interested
-
…
CLOUD (I’m not interested)
7… 6… I’m not interested.
CLOUD (…)
7… 6… Sorry. Try this on someone else.
MUKKI
Well, that’s a shame. We’ve got our own camp, over in a really sunny place.
CLOUD
5… 4… 3… 2… 1… Okay. I’m done.
MUKKI
Why don’t you stick around and have some fun? I’m so lonely…
The screen pans back up toward the ceiling. When it comes down, Cloud and The Burly Men NPC’S are out of the tub and in their regular clothes.
Sonny! See this… I’m real attached to it. But I’m givin’ it to you as a reminder of today.
Obtained Key Item Bikini Underwear!
Until next time!
The Burly Men NPC’S leave the room.
CLOUD
This is SOME underwear! I’ve really got to put this on? …Can’t be helped. I’m here to save Tifa.
Honeybee Girl NPC and Cloud leave the room.
HONEYBEE GIRL NPC (Hmm…)
It’s all right. <3 Take your time. <3 (You mopey, old creepo!)
CLOUD
…
CLOUD (Look around)
…
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If Cloud goes through the north door and enters the dressing room with the three honeybee girls after visiting The Love Nest or The Group Hive and approaches the third honeybee girl on the left...
CLOUD
Nobody’s going to believe I’m a woman if I don’t look the part… I can get some make-up here.
-
Have her do you up
-
I don’t think so (Nothing happens if selected.)
CLOUD (Have her do you up)
I need a favour. Do you think you could do me, too?
HONEYBEE GIRL 3 NPC
Turns and puts makeup on Cloud. …dab…dab…dab… Hehe…<3
Leaving Honeybee Manor, Aerith is surrounded by men.
OLDER MAN NPC
Oh, sir, we’re closing. Please don’t forget any personal belongings. Take care now.
SHIN-RA GRUNT NPC
Ugh! I wanted a flower too! But I get so nervous in front of cute girls. I can’t help it. I just tense up.
As Cloud approaches Aerith and the group…
AERITH
Hey! Cloud!!
The surrounding men scatter. Aerith runs over to join Cloud.
JOHNNY
Aerith… Thanks for sellin’ me the flower. Only 1 gil. I’ll treasure this! I’m gonna have it pressed an’ keep it as a good luck charm!
SUITED MAN IN ENTRYWAY NPC
I bought a beautiful flower from Aerith. 500 gil. A little expensive, maybe, but I did get her name. I think it was worth it.
SPIKEY-HAIRED NPC
I asked Aerith for a date… She said not even if I had a million gil. Her flower cost 300 as well. She understands business! I’ll give her that!
If Cloud exits and comes back before wearing the disguise, Aerith will stand to the side and wait. She is quietly kicking at the dirt.
SHIN-RA GRUNT NPC
Uurrgh! Yet again, this is as far as I get.
OLDER MAN NPC
It’s closing time. …yawn… I’m so tired.
SUITED MAN IN ENTRYWAY NPC
Sir, can I have a moment? I just thought I’d let you know your friend looks a little upset.
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With all needed items, Cloud returns to the clothing store.
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
You’re all set. Now, try it on and see how it fits.
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
Looks like you got it. Go and try it on.
AERITH
Are you going to change?
CLOUD
-
Yeah, I’m ready
-
Not yet (Nothing happens if selected.)
If Yeah, I’m ready is selected, Cloud goes into the changing room and comes out in a purple dress and braids.
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Hmm, this might have opened up a whole new market for us.
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
Yeah, let’s give it a shot. You’ve shown us something new, and brought back my father’s motivation. The dress is on the house.
AERITH
Walk more gracefully… Miss Cloud.
CLOUD
What do you mean ‘gracefully’?
Cloud walks across the room.
AERITH
Haha… That’s so cute, Miss Cloud. Oh, it’s lovely.
Aerith holds up her arms and looks at herself.
Don’t you have one that’ll look good on me too?
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
How about this one?
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Nah. This one’s better.
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
Dad, what are you talking about?
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
What? This one’s definitely better!
Aerith walks over to the clothing rack.
AERITH
Oh! I think it has to be… THIS one.
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Huh?
AERITH
I’m gonna go change.
Aerith starts to walk toward the changing room and then turns to look at the men.
…No peeking!
Aerith goes into the changing room and then comes out wearing a red dress with her hair down.
So? How do I look?
Cloud sighs and shakes his head.
Oh, you’re no fun!
Aerith joins with Cloud.
STORE OWNER’S SON NPC
Hmm… That’s REALLY somethin’.
CUSTOMER NPC
You’re… weird.
CLOTHING STORE OWNER NPC
Hmm… yes… Looks good. Looks very good.
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Cloud and Aerith leave the clothing store and can now wander Wall Market. If Cloud tries to leave Wall Market, Aerith will separate.
CLOUD
What’s wrong, Aerith?
AERITH
You’re not going out like that, are you? I mean, it’s fine by me, but…
Cloud holds up his arms and looks at himself.
CLOUD
…Oh. Yeah.
AERITH
Hang in there, okay? You look lovely, Miss Cloud!
WANDERING SPIKEY-HAIRED NPC
Hey, pretty lady… want a good job? Then go try your luck at the don’s. You’ll make a fortune.
Outside of the Honeybee Manor…
MEN OUTSIDE HONEYBEE MANOR NPC’S
Yoo-hooo! Princess!
The men gather around Cloud.
JOHNNY
Begins trembling.
Uh…um I-I’m… Uh…umm… I’m… J-Johnny… N-nice to meet ya.
SUITED MAN IN ENTRYWAY NPC
See, in my line of work, I deal only with pretty girls. Mm, and you know what? You’re the best I’ve seen. No, really!
SPIKEY-HAIRED NPC
That’s weird… Tough… Spikey hair… Haven’t I seen you somewhere before!?
OLDER MAN NPC
Oooooh! Young girls and their smooth skin… Always gets me going! …Huh? Muscle? You work out?
Inside the restaurant, all the stools at the counter have a diner currently eating.
RESTAURANT WAITER NPC
Sorry. We’re full right now. Please come back later.
MAN COOKING OUTSIDE NPC
Hello. Are you ladies also having lunch?
Inside the Materia Store…
MATERIA STOREKEEPER NPC
I’m sorry, we’re outta stock. There’s nothing here for ya.
Inside the gym…
BIG BRO NPC
Special Note: His comment reflects who Don Corneo will choose later.
Hmm… Not quite there yet. (Tifa gets chosen)
Or…
Hmm… So-so. (Aerith gets chosen)
Or…
Wow! Not bad at all! (Cloud gets chosen)
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Upon returning to Don Corneo’s Mansion…
DOORMAN NPC
Ooooh! Your friend IS a little cutie! Come in!! Come in!! Two guests coming through!
Cloud and Aerith enter the foyer of the mansion.
MAN IN SUIT NPC
Heeey, ladies. I’ll go let the don know. Wait here, okay? Don’t go wandering around.
Man In Suit leaves.
AERITH
Now’s our chance. Let’s find Tifa.
Up a flight of stairs, there are three doors. Try to go through door 1…
AERITH
It’s barred shut…
Try to go through big door 2…
NON-CHARACTER TEXT BOX
Office of Don Corneo. Do not enter without permission.
Door 3 is already open. Cloud climbs down a set of stairs all the way to the basement, where Tifa is located. When Cloud sees Tifa, he jolts and turns away. Aerith comes down after, looks back and forth between Cloud and Tifa, before approaching Tifa.
AERITH
…Tifa?
Tifa walks toward Aerith.
Nice to meet you. I’m Aerith. Cloud’s told me all about you.
TIFA
And you are? Oh. I remember—in the park with Cloud?
AERITH
That’s right… With Cloud.
Tifa looks away.
TIFA
Oh…
Aerith shakes her head.
AERITH
Don’t worry. We’ve only just met. It’s nothing.
Tifa looks back at Aerith.
TIFA
Don’t worry about what?
Tifa shakes her head.
Oh… No, no. Don’t take it the wrong way. Cloud and I grew up together. Nothing more.
AERITH
Giggles
Poor Cloud—having to stand here and listen to this.
Turns to Cloud.
Right… Cloud?
TIFA
Cloud?
If Cloud tries to run upstairs, Aerith will chase him.
AERITH
Whaaat? Are you embarrassed? Come on! Speak up!
If Cloud tries to talk to Aerith, she giggles. Cloud walks up to Tifa with his head down.
TIFA
????
Tifa jumps.
Cloud!? Why are you dressed like a woman!? And what are you doing here? What happened to you after the fall? You’re not hurt, are you!?
Cloud shakes his head.
CLOUD
Slow down. Let me answer. I’m dressed like this ‘cause, well, it was the only way to get in here. And don’t worry. I’m fine. Aerith helped me out.
TIFA
I see.
CLOUD
Tifa, what’s going on? What are you doing in a place like this?
TIFA
Oh, uh…
AERITH
Ahem! I’ll just plug my ears.
Aerith walks away and places her hands over her ears.
If Cloud tries to talk to Aerith…
AERITH
Carry on.
If Cloud tries to run upstairs, Aerith chases him.
AERITH
So what was that all about?
Cloud starts talking to Tifa again.
TIFA
I’m glad you’re okay.
CLOUD
Yeah. So what happened?
TIFA
When we got back from Reactor 5, we saw this weird guy hanging around. Barrett caught him and squeezed some information out of him.
CLOUD
And that’s when the don’s name popped up?
TIFA
Yeah. Don Corneo. Barrett said Corneo’s a real creep, so it’s best to just forget him… But I couldn’t shake it off.
CLOUD
I get it. So you wanted the story straight from Corneo’s mouth?
TIFA
I got this far, but now I’m in trouble. Word is Corneo’s looking for a bride. Every day he lines up three girls, picks one of them, and... Anyway, if I’m not the special girl tonight, that’s the end of it.
Aerith drops her arms and faces them.
AERITH
Sorry. I overheard. We’re here now, so it’s not a problem, right?
TIFA
I guess so, but…
AERITH
I mean… we make two.
CLOUD
You can’t! Aerith! I won’t involve you!
AERITH
Oh. So it’s all right for Tifa to be in danger?
CLOUD
No. Tifa’s…
Tifa walks up to Aerith.
TIFA
Are you sure?
Tifa and Aerith start walking toward the stairs.
AERITH
I grew up in the slums. I’m used to danger. How about you? Can you trust me?
TIFA
Yes. Thanks, Miss…?
AERITH
Just call me Aerith.
MAN IN SUIT NPC
From the top of the stairs.
Heeeey!! It’s time, ladies. Don Corneo is a very impatient man!
He goes through the door heading back to the foyer.
(I told them not to wander around… I tell ya—women nowadays.) Hurry up!
CLOUD
I probably don’t need to ask, but… the third girl is… me, right?
TIFA
You’re right. You didn’t…
AERITH
…need to ask.
TIFA
Hehe, you know, come to think of it, you don’t look too bad. I wonder what Barrett would say if he could see you now…
AERITH
We should hurry, before they get suspicious.
The three of them head upstairs.
MAN IN SUIT NPC
The don’s waiting inside his office. Heh, heh, heh…
They walk through the big door 2 into Don Corneo’s office. Don Corneo is seated at his desk with two flunkies beside him.
KOCCHI
All right, ladies! Line up in front of the don!
Aerith, Cloud, and Tifa line up in front of the don’s desk. Don Corneo jumps up.
DON CORNEO
Hiheee! Good! Splendid!
He walks over and inspects Aerith.
Now, whom should I choose? Hihehehe!
Walks to Cloud. Cloud turns his head away.
This one?
Walks to Tifa.
Or, maaaybe… THIS one?
Walks back to Cloud and tries to inspect Cloud’s face, but Cloud keeps turning his head in the opposite direction.
Woo-hoo! I’ve made up my mind!! My partner for tonight will be…
Depending on the items collected for Cloud’s disguise, Don Corneo will choose Tifa, Aerith, or Cloud.
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If Tifa is chosen, Corneo walks up to her.
DON CORNEO
…this spirited filly!
TIFA
Hehehe…<3 Nice to meet you, Don Corneo.
Don Corneo turns to face his men.
DON CORNEO
You can have the other two!
KOCCHI and SOCCHI
Yes, sir! Thank you, sir!
Don Corneo turns back toward Tifa.
DON CORNEO
Shall we be going my lovely?
Don Corneo walks toward his bedroom and Tifa follows. After a scene change, Cloud is escorted to a messy basement where several men are located.
SOCCHI
Hey, guys, we’ve got a guest. We’ll take REAL good care of you. This is all thanks to our man, Don Corneo!
DON’S MEN NPC’s
Heeey! Three cheers for the don!
SOCCHI
Heh, heh. Well, little lady, are you ready?
If Cloud tries to run for the exit, Man In Suit NPC blocks his path.
MAN IN SUIT NPC
Whoa! Slow down. What’s the hurry? Stick around! Have some fun!
SOCCHI
…smirk… The don’s men approach Cloud with their arms stretched out.
DON’S MAN 1 NPC
You’re in pretty good shape. Kinda built… I mean… firm, of course.
DON’S MAN 2 NPC
Come on, baby! Your heart is cute and sweet! Let’s turn up the heat with its cool beat!
DON’S MAN 3 NPC
Come on. Let’s dance, beautiful. When two people dance their minds and bodies become one.
DON’S MAN 4 NPC
Oh, your eyes… They have a strange glow! I’m your slave!
SOCCHI
Hehe… What’s up? Need me to keep you company?
CLOUD
… I’m flattered, but I don’t need any company. Because…
SOCCHI
Because?
CLOUD
Because…
He switches to a more masculine stance.
…I’m not interested in a buncha scrubs like you!
Cloud spins around, taking off his dress, and putting on his usual Soldier uniform.
SOCCHI
Wha… A MAN!? You bastard! Leadin’ us all on like that! Get him! Knock the crap out of him!!
Cloud fights and defeats three of the men.
Grr! C’mon! What’s the matter with you good-for-nothings!? L-let’s go! I’ll show you what a REAL man is capable of!!
Cloud defeats Socchi and the last two of don’s men. He then runs up the stairs to the foyer. If Cloud tries to go straight to Don Corneo’s office Aerith voice can be heard from the other basement.
AERITH
Eyaaah!! No!!
Cloud goes through door 3 and begins to go down the stairs to the basement.
AERITH
Nooo!!
Half-way down the stairs, Aerith is seen running around the basement with Kocchi chasing her.
KOCCHI
Hahahaha! You just wait!
She runs up the stairs to where Cloud is located with Kocchi continuing to chase her. Suddenly, Aerith turns around and catches Kocchi between her hands.
AERITH
I’m so sorry!
Aerith pushes Kocchi. As he’s leaning backwards, Kocchi’s arms flail wildly.
KOCCHI
Oh, oh, oh…
Kocchi goes tumbling down the stairs.
Waaaaa!!
CLOUD
Aerith!
-
Are you alright?
-
We’ve gotta help Tifa!
AERITH (Are you alright?)
I told you. I’m used to danger. Well, to tell you the truth, my heart did beat a little faster!
AERITH (We’ve gotta help Tifa!)
Y-yes. You’re right… Let’s hurry!
If Cloud goes down to the basement that Aerith was in, Kocchi will be kneeling on the ground.
KOCCHI
Just once! That’s all I ask! …So it feels like I got a girlfriend! Uuuugh!!
In Don Corneo’s bedroom, Tifa sits near the edge of the bed, Don Corneo is on all fours, leering at her.
DON CORNEO
Hihehehehe! Woo! Hey, hey. No need to be shy. Come a little closer.
TIFA
All right. But, you know, Don, I’d like you to explain something first…
DON CORNEO
Hm? Oh, you mean THAT? Don’t you worry. I’m still single. There. Feel better now?
Don Corneo makes a pelvic thrust motion in Tifa’s direction.
TIFA
N-no, that wasn’t it. H-hold on! No! I said no!!
Don Corneo continues the pelvic thrust movements.
DON CORNEO
Come! Come! Hiheee! Ooooh!! I can’t wait any longer! Here comes Daddy!!
Aerith and Cloud run into the room. Tifa holds her arms up in defense of Don Corneo.
TIFA
Cloud!!
Tifa jumps off the bed. Don Corneo lunges at where she was, but lands on his face.
DON CORNEO
Hihi? Huh? What!? Who’s there!?
TIFA
You just don’t get it, do you, Corneo?
Tifa spins and puts on her normal top and skirt. Don Corneo jumps back.
DON CORNEO
W-what the…?
Cloud and Aerith run over to where Tifa is.
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If Aerith is chosen, Corneo walks up to her.
DON CORNEO
…this slender sex-bomb!
AERITH
Oh, Mr Corneo, you’ve got a good eye.
Don Corneo turns to face his men.
DON CORNEO
You can have the other two!
KOCCHI and SOCCHI
Yes, sir! Thank you, sir!
Don Corneo turns back toward Aerith.
DON CORNEO
Shall we be going my lovely?
Don Corneo walks toward his bedroom and Aerith follows.
After a scene change, Cloud is escorted to a messy basement where several men are located.
SOCCHI
Hey, guys, we’ve got a guest. We’ll take REAL good care of you. This is all thanks to our man, Don Corneo!
DON’S MEN NPC’s
Heeey! Three cheers for the don!
SOCCHI
Heh, heh. Well, little lady, are you ready?
If Cloud tries to run for the exit, Man In Suit NPC blocks his path.
MAN IN SUIT NPC
Whoa! Slow down. What’s the hurry? Stick around! Have some fun!
SOCCHI
…smirk… The don’s men approach Cloud with their arms stretched out.
DON’S MAN 1 NPC
You’re in pretty good shape. Kinda built… I mean… firm, of course.
DON’S MAN 2 NPC
Come on, baby! Your heart is cute and sweet! Let’s turn up the heat with its cool beat!
DON’S MAN 3 NPC
Come on. Let’s dance, beautiful. When two people dance their minds and bodies become one.
DON’S MAN 4 NPC
Oh, your eyes… They have a strange glow! I’m your slave!
SOCCHI
Hehe… What’s up? Need me to keep you company?
CLOUD
… I’m flattered, but I don’t need any company. Because…
SOCCHI
Because?
CLOUD
Because…
He switches to a more masculine stance.
…I’m not interested in a buncha scrubs like you!
Cloud spins around, taking off his dress, and putting on his usual Soldier uniform.
SOCCHI
Wha… A MAN!? You bastard! Leadin’ us all on like that! Get him! Knock the crap out of him!!
Cloud fights and defeats three of the men.
Grr! C’mon! What’s the matter with you good-for-nothings!? L-let’s go! I’ll show you what a REAL man is capable of!!
Cloud defeats Socchi and the last two of don’s men. He then runs up the stairs to the foyer.
TIFA
Cloud!!
Tifa runs up the basement stairs to catch up with Cloud. She’s now wearing her normal clothes as well.
CLOUD
Tifa!
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Are you all right?
-
We’ve gotta help Aerith!
TIFA (Are you all right?)
Well, he learned a valuable lesson… Not taking me seriously will introduce you to a world of pain!!
TIFA (We’ve gotta help Aerith!)
Hang on. Don’t you want to know how I am first? Never mind. Let’s go!
If Cloud goes down to the basement that Tifa was in, Kocchi will be kneeling on the ground.
KOCCHI
Just once! That’s all I ask! …So it feels like I got a girlfriend! Uuuugh!!
In Don Corneo’s bedroom, Aerith sits near the edge of the bed, Don Corneo is on all fours, leering at her.
DON CORNEO
Hihehehehe! Woo! Hey, hey. No need to be shy. Come a little closer.
AERITH
Y-yes… But, Mr Corneo, there’s something I’d like you to tell me first…
DON CORNEO
Of course, my dear. Anything. I’ll take you through this slowly, step by step. Eh, eh, eh!?
Don Corneo makes a pelvic thrust motion in Aerith’s direction.
AERITH
N-no, that’s not it! That’s not it at all! No! That’s enough! St-stop!!
Don Corneo continues the pelvic thrust movements.
DON CORNEO
Come! Come! Hiheee! Ooooh!! I can’t wait any longer! Here comes Daddy!!
Tifa and Cloud run into the room. Aerith holds her arms up in defense of Don Corneo.
AERITH
Cloud!!
Aerith jumps off the bed. Don Corneo lunges at where she was, but lands on his face.
DON CORNEO
Hihi? Huh? What!? Who’s there!?
AERITH
I’m sorry, Mr Corneo.
Aerith spins and puts on her normal pink dress. Don Corneo jumps back.
DON CORNEO
W-what the…?
Cloud and Tifa run over to where Aerith is.
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If Cloud is chosen, Don Corneo will stand in front of Cloud…
DON CORNEO
…this burly beaut!
CLOUD
H-h-hang on! Uh, please wait!
DON CORNEO
Hihehe! Woooo! I love chickies who play hard-to-get! So pure and innocent!
Don Corneo turns to face his men.
You can have the other two!
KOCCHI and SOCCHI
Yes, sir! Thank you, sir!
Don Corneo turns back toward Cloud.
DON CORNEO
Shall we be going, my lovely?
Cloud turns to Tifa and Aerith, both women nod at him. He slumps his head and follows Don Corneo into Corneo’s Bedroom. Inside the bedroom, Cloud is standing near the wall facing away from Don Corneo. Don Corneo is on all fours leering at Cloud.
Special Note: A lot of dialogue repeats in this part, so only non-recurring dialogue was laid out to help make things easier to understand.
DON CORNEO
Hihehe! At last. Just the two of us. All right, pussycat, come to Daddy!!
If Cloud tries to leave the bedroom…
DON CORNEO
Hihehe! Don’t be shy. It’s okay. We’re all alone now.
Cloud walks over to Don Corneo.
Oooooh, you’re so cute. I can’t get enough of you. D-do you… like me too?
CLOUD
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Of course!
-
Um…
DON CORNEO (Of course!)
Hihehehe! You sure know how to make a guy happy! Well, then… w-what would you like to do?
CLOUD
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Whatever YOU want, baby!
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Whatever
DON CORNEO (Whatever YOU want, baby!)
Hiheehiheeeee!! I can’t hold on any longer! Please…
He leaps closer to Cloud.
…A kiss! A kiss!
CLOUD
-
All right
-
All wrong
If selected All right, Cloud leans in, hesitates, then leans in again for a kiss.
TIFA and/or AERITH off screen
Juuust a minute!
Don Corneo and Cloud turn to the voice. Tifa and Aerith run into the bedroom.
DON CORNEO
Hihi? Huh? What!? Who’s there!?
TIFA
Cloud… were you really going to!?
Cloud shakes his head no. He jumps to the girls, and changes back into his regular Soldier uniform.
DON CORNEO
A m-man!? What’s goin’ on!?
Cloud, Aerith, and Tifa run to the side of the bed and face Don Corneo.
DON CORNEO (All wrong)
Why? Why!? WHY!?
CLOUD
Because… …that mouth of yours is gonna leak some information instead!
Cloud leaps to the foot of the bed and changes into his regular Soldier uniform.
DON CORNEO
A m-man!? You tricked me! Help! Someone get the hell in here!!
TIFA and/or AERITH off screen
Too bad. Looks like none of your cronies could make it.
Tifa and Aerith run into the room.
DON CORNEO
You’re the ones from before. What the hell’s going on here?
Cloud, Aerith, and Tifa run to the side of the bed and face Don Corneo.
DON CORNEO (Whatever)
Hihi. You hate me? There’s some o-other handsome guy, isn’t there?
CLOUD
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You’re the only one for me
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Yeah, he’s called Barrett
DON CORNEO (You’re the only one for me)
Hihehehe! You sure know how to make a guy happy! Well, then… w-what would you like to do?
CLOUD
-
Whatever you want, baby!
-
Whatever
Special Note: The dialogue just repeats here.
DON CORNEO (Yeah, he’s called Barret)
Unacceptable! Hmm? Barrett? That sounds familiar…
CLOUD
Come on. He’s part of Avalanche—the group you were looking for.
DON CORNEO
Oh. Yeah. Yeah. …In the District 7 slums.
He leaps closer to Cloud.
But how do YOU know that!?
Cloud leaps to the foot of the bed and changes into his regular Soldier uniform.
A m-man!? You tricked me! Help! Someone get the hell in here!!
TIFA and/or AERITH off screen
Too bad. Looks like none of your cronies could make it.
Tifa and Aerith run into the room.
DON CORNEO
You’re the ones from before. What the hell’s going on here?
Cloud, Aerith, and Tifa run to the side of the bed and face Don Corneo.
DON CORNEO (Um…)
Hihi. You hate me? There’s some o-other handsome guy, isn’t there?
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You’re the only one for me
-
Yeah, he’s called Barrett
Special Note: The dialogue just repeats here.
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TIFA
We’ll be asking the questions. What were your goons poking around for? Talk! If you don’t…
Cloud puts his leg on the bed and leans in.
CLOUD
…I’ll chop it off!
DON CORNEO
No! Stop! I’ll tell you! I’ll tell you everything!
TIFA
Then don’t keep us waiting.
DON CORNEO
I had them seek out the den of that guy with a gun-arm. It was a commission.
TIFA
By who?
DON CORNEO
If I blab that, I’ll be killed!
TIFA
Talk! If you don’t…
Aerith puts his leg on the bed and leans in.
AERITH
…I’ll twist it off!
DON CORNEO
It was Heidegger of Shin-Ra! Heidegger—head of Public Order!
CLOUD
Head of Public Order?
TIFA
Shin-Ra!! What are they planning? Talk! If you don’t…
Tifa puts his leg on the bed and leans in.
TIFA
…I’ll pulverize it!
DON CORNEO
You’re serious, aren’t you? Oh boy, oh boy! I’m not fooling around either… Shin-Ra intends to crush this tiny rebel group called Avalanche, or something. Together with their hideout, of course. And they’re literally going to crush them. They’re going to destroy the plate support.
TIFA
Destroy the tower!?
DON CORNEO
You know what will happen… The plate’ll go wheeeeee, and everything below will go BAM! I heard their hideout’s in the slums of District 7. I’m just glad it isn’t here.
Tifa shakes her head no.
TIFA
They’re going to wipe out the District 7 slums? Cloud, will you come with me to District 7?
CLOUD
Of course, Tifa.
They make their way to the bedroom’s exit.
DON CORNEO
Just a second…
CLOUD
Shut up!
DON CORNEO
It won’t take long. Why do you think scum like me would squeal?
CLOUD
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Because they were going to die
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Because they’re sure they’ll win
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Because they’ve completely lost it
DON CORNEO (Because they were going to die)
Hihi…WRONG!
DON CORNEO (Because they’re sure they’ll win)
Hiheeeeee… Bingo!
DON CORNEO (Because they’ve completely lost it)
Hihee… CLOSE, but no cigar!
Don Corneo pulls a lever, and a trap door opens beneath, Tifa, Aerith, and Cloud’s feet. They fall through the trap door to the sewers beneath. Don Corneo does victory dance on his bed.