"[color=deepskyblue]He's staring at me again, isn't he?[/color]"

Seeing as how Kai was a stranger to the world, Cielle and Aerith had taken the lead. The boy trailed behind, staring intently at Cielle, who had definitely taken notice. It was less that she found it annoying, rather she was embarrassed, really; his stare was so intense, filled with a longing that honestly threw her off guard. She didn't know how to handle it, nor did she really want to mention it to him. So instead, she asked Aerith, who had looked back at a distracted Kai and nodded in confirmation.

"So your sister ended up in his world," Aerith quietly said to Cielle. "It looks like fate has brought the two of you together."

"[color=deepskyblue]Not yet, if the Darkness has her...[/color]" Cielle said.

"I meant you and Kai," She corrected herself, smiling as Cielle widened her eyes in surprise. "I'm kidding!"

She didn't bother responding. No way could she confide in Aerith about her embarrassment now, lest the older girl have a field day. Luckily for her, the sounds of another fight distracted her, and her heart raced as she saw Leon fighting the rather large Heartless. It was definitely bigger than any run of the mill--likely the boss Leon was after. In that moment, however, Kai mentioned its name. Cielle noticed his hesitation, though she felt there was no need to comment on it. Not yet, anyway.

"[color=deepskyblue]We'll divide and conquer, then,[/color]" Cielle said as her keyblade formed in her hand once more.

"I've got your back!" Yuffie cheered, and together the two girls ran forward to join Leon.

The young man looked at the pair, shaking his head. "It's got a few tricks up its sleeve. Be on your guard," He told them.

"[color=deepskyblue]Understood![/color]" Cielle confirmed, charging forward.

Meanwhile, Aerith placed her hand on Kai's shoulder, noticing his hesitation. "Are you alright?" She asked him gently.