[ Tifa thinks a candle works well too, that lighting one could be some small replacement for the lost person's presence, but ultimately she knows none of it will really do much to help the wounds heal over. They do it to take an ounce of the pressure off, and hope that it's enough.
Her expression pinches with sadness when the woman mentions that she and Nero had plans to do something for the children. That's proof enough that he was a kind person who looked out for others, and it's no surprise that his loss is felt so keenly now.
Though when the stranger says that it's natural to think of others she's lost, Tifa can't help but expel a sigh of relief. She'd been feeling a little selfish by making this about her grief in any way. ]
Well, if I'm honest, it's just nice to hear you say that. That it's natural, I mean. But...
[ She's on the spot now. She takes a moment to think, not feeling rushed in this quiet moment at least. She turns back toward the lake and rests one hand over her heart. ]
They wanted to make the world better, and they were all willing to risk anything to make that happen. As much as I miss them, I know that they gave their lives for something they believed in... and I have to honor that.
[ She bows her head and shuts her eyes. She's nothing like Aerith, but it's the closest she can get to a silent prayer. ]
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[ Tifa thinks a candle works well too, that lighting one could be some small replacement for the lost person's presence, but ultimately she knows none of it will really do much to help the wounds heal over. They do it to take an ounce of the pressure off, and hope that it's enough.
Her expression pinches with sadness when the woman mentions that she and Nero had plans to do something for the children. That's proof enough that he was a kind person who looked out for others, and it's no surprise that his loss is felt so keenly now.
Though when the stranger says that it's natural to think of others she's lost, Tifa can't help but expel a sigh of relief. She'd been feeling a little selfish by making this about her grief in any way. ]
Well, if I'm honest, it's just nice to hear you say that. That it's natural, I mean. But...
[ She's on the spot now. She takes a moment to think, not feeling rushed in this quiet moment at least. She turns back toward the lake and rests one hand over her heart. ]
They wanted to make the world better, and they were all willing to risk anything to make that happen. As much as I miss them, I know that they gave their lives for something they believed in... and I have to honor that.
[ She bows her head and shuts her eyes. She's nothing like Aerith, but it's the closest she can get to a silent prayer. ]