A/N: I don't know if you guys know this, but this story is the only one I've EVER updated this often! Thanks for all of your support and reviews, if it wasn't for them, I'd probably only update every other week at best. You guys are AWESOME!

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Cloud searched shuffled through the civilian clothes he had stacked in his locker, searching for the perfect combination. Damn it, Sephiroth is going to think I'm a total and complete fool if I come out in something completely distasteful, but what in the hell would make him be pleased if I wore it?

Checking his time on his personal wrist watch, Cloud panicked as he the read out read fifteen hundred and thirty hours. Finally deciding that what he had found almost twenty minutes ago was good enough, Cloud began to slip on the slightly tight blue jeans. After he got the worn jeans buttoned up, he slipped a dark green polo shirt over his head, popped the collar up, and put on his black gloves before running to nearest sink in the washroom.

Taking a quick look at himself in the mirror, he got his tube of gel and got his spikes to stay in place as best as he possibly could. Quickly moving on to the other tasks he deemed necessary, Cloud grabbed his mouthwash and threw a fair amount into his mouth while sprayed a generous portion of the only cologne he owned over his body. Spitting out his mouthwash once he was done, Cloud moved towards the exit while still slipping on his white sneakers and, once done, ran the way towards the Shin-Ra building entrance.

Cloud reached the entrance after several minutes of intense running and checked his watch again, nearly falling as it read fifteen hundred and fifty-eight hours. Making his way through the few blocks to the fountain square, Cloud slid to a halt right at eight o'clock in front of the fountain...where Zack and Sephiroth were already waiting for him.

Zack spotted Cloud's arrival first and began walking over his way first, but Sephiroth was who Cloud had his eyes locked with. Sephiroth had made a very rare exception and decided to wear something besides his usual outfit, and it was absolutely stunning for Cloud...a pair of tight blue jeans with several holes and tears in them, a black LOVELESS tee-shirt, and an open leather jacket...Cloud thought he must have been dreaming. Cloud was brought out of his dreamy state, however, when Zack got up to him and threw his arm around his shoulder.

“Come on, man, tonight's your night and we got all night to do whatever you want.”

This should be an interesting night then, Zack, because tonight it's not 'what' I want to do...it's 'who' I want to do...

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While most of the establishments in Loveless Avenue remained calm and peaceful during usual operating hours, after hours, the entire street turned into the life of every young person's nightly party. Inside Goblin's Bar, the three Shin-Ra employees moved through the tight crowd, no small feat considering the place was vastly dark in the sitting areas but blinding bright on the dance floor. Finally finding an open place at the second level bar, the three sat side by side and ordered a round of drinks.

Cloud discovered something very quickly about his companions on this first time out, Zack was the one who truly enjoyed the club scene. By the time Sephiroth was half way done with his first drink, and Cloud with his second, Zack was downing his sixth and already ordering another round. Now even more in the mood, Zack smiled brightly and Cloud again and looked him over just slightly.

“So Cloud, buddy, you wanna dance or something?”

Cloud looked back down at the drink he still had in his hand and then chanced a look at Sephiroth, who looked like he was having anything but the time of his life.

“Nah, I'm good...I guess I'm just not in the mood for that sort of thing tonight.”

Zack bowed his head, but after a few seconds he lifted it back up with a slight smile.

“That's cool, it's your night anyway, just wanted to get you to unwind a bit, but if you want to leave...”

“We can stay a little longer, but let's just try not to stay out to late, okay?”

Zack brought up his fist and then quickly back down to his side like he usually did whenever he was told something.

“You got it! Just tell me when you're ready.”

It was nearing midnight and Cloud could feel the drinks going to his head. Well, at least Zack got me what I probably needed...to relax...He decided now was definitely the time to go because he could feel himself losing control over himself as he was seated right up next to the general and the last thing he wanted to do was pull a bad move in front of him.

Grabbing Zack's arm, the SOLDIER immediately turned his head towards his younger companion. Cloud turned his head towards the door and catching the hint, Zack and Sephiroth both stood up and made their way out.

It wasn't much of a surprise that Sephiroth was the most sober amongst them, having to watch Zack to make sure he didn't do anything stupid in the publics...or his presence. As the group finally made it back to the Shin-Ra building, Cloud and Zack both looked confused when Sephiroth began leading Cloud off towards the elevators.

“Sephiroth, where are you taking Cloud?”

The General stopped and turned around towards the other confused SOLDIER.

“I believe Strife is too drunk to go back to the standard infantry barracks, a result of your irresponsible decision to take him to a bar. He will be sleeping in my quarters for tonight so that he may recuperate in piece.”

“Um...he could stay with me if he wants...”

“I'm sorry Zack, but I believe you've done enough for the cadet tonight.”

Sephiroth continued to lead him on while Zack bent his upper body down, his arms almost touching his feet with a sigh. How do I always manage to mess these sort of things up?

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As Sephiroth swiped the card for his room, Cloud fell forward, his hand pressed against his forehead and Sephiroth just barely caught him. Cloud closed his eyes in pain.

“Ngh...”

Sephiroth turned the young cadet in his arms.

“You seem to be suffering a migraine due to your alcohol consumption. It's highly inappropriate for you to be drinking alcohol at all, you're not even old enough yet.”

“I'm sorry...sir...”

Sephiroth just slightly smirked and a small laugh escaped his mouth.

“You don't have to call me Sir or General in private, cadet, simply Sephiroth.”

Sephiroth took the boy over to his bed and, after peeling back the sheets and removing his shoes, he set him down and covered him up. Going over to his wardrobe, Sephiroth began taking out extra sheets to set up on the couch when he heard Cloud's voice from the bed.

“Sephiroth...why not just put me on the couch...it's your bed after all...”

“I''ll be fine, you just get some rest.”

“But...uhn!”

Cloud groaned again and Sephiroth came back over to the bed and felt his head, he was extremely hot (no pun intended). Cloud opened his eyes when he felt the General's hand, but almost as quickly as it came, it left his forehead...but then, he felt the General lower his head and press his lips against his head! Is..is this real? Sephiroth...

The pain began to go away in his head and Sephiroth began to move his head away, but before he could get out of reach, Cloud placed both his hands behind Sephiroth's back and brought him back down, his lips connecting with Cloud's. They stayed like that for a few seconds before Sephiroth lifted up a few inches.

“Cloud...”

Before he could say anything more, Cloud placed a finger on his lips and smiled.

“Sephiroth, please...stay with me...”

A/N: That's one more chapter down...and you all know what comes next chapter, hehe...so please don't kill me for that cliffhanger. looks around, afraid of who might be ready to leap out from the shadows More to come soon, I promise.