[He feels that ripple once more, a small hint of joy now with it. It's still strange, but... He knows for certain these feelings wouldn't exist with anyone else. With anyone else he would feel a little awkward but otherwise treat everything like a mission that needs to be accomplished, completely distant.
But not with Tifa.
And although the ring sits heavy on his finger, he smiles widely when she pulls him down, his hands instinctively moving to cradle her head as he returns the kiss in full...and tempted for more, but when the kiss is prolonged a little too much, the friar coughs and clears his throat.
"Congratulations. I wish you both a blessed and happy future, and that this union will help bring peace to the families. Remember to practice moderation—"
But the words don't even finish before Eustace takes Tifa's hand and pulls her away so they can escape down the aisle, footsteps echoing through the empty chamber. They're done, they don't need the lecture. Just time for themselves.]
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But not with Tifa.
And although the ring sits heavy on his finger, he smiles widely when she pulls him down, his hands instinctively moving to cradle her head as he returns the kiss in full...and tempted for more, but when the kiss is prolonged a little too much, the friar coughs and clears his throat.
"Congratulations. I wish you both a blessed and happy future, and that this union will help bring peace to the families. Remember to practice moderation—"
But the words don't even finish before Eustace takes Tifa's hand and pulls her away so they can escape down the aisle, footsteps echoing through the empty chamber. They're done, they don't need the lecture. Just time for themselves.]