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[Zeromus_X]

Well, I guess in older Japan, that wasn't too uncommon. In like, arranged marriages. Or I could be wrong. Meh.

[Pins]

In one scene they are in seperate beds, yes. Its stated, however, that they're in Denzel and Marlene's room.

[Kain424]

It always seemed, to me at least, that Tifa wanted the relationship more than Cloud, who was always off thinking of his own problems.

There was a scene in FF7 where the two sat together beneath the Highwind... of this we only get part of their conversation as the night turned to early morning, but Tifa wants him to stay "a little longer" and he seems uneasy.

In Advent Children, Cloud looks to have taken this even further. Perhaps there is a possibility of a relationship, but during the film, Cloud seems to use his guilty feelings and insecurities to shield himself from others. He doesn't want others to even know he's sick, let alone how he feels about Tifa. So he speaks in broad generalizations, covering the scope of his fears (losing family, friends, and everyone else) without having to admit the details.

Also, at the end of FF7, Tifa sort of embraces Cloud as they hang onto the cliff's edge, as she get's close to him, Cloud brings up Aerith, and it almost looks like Tifa kinda resigns herself a bit to the situation. Then, when they are sitting together, they are again interrupted wondering where the others are, who are on another ledge waving. Just more stuff to think about.

[lovin_life88]

Yeah I know what you mean! There are a ton of signs that the two MAY be together, but I mean you never really know... Oh and thanks TheAbominatrix. I'll have to read it!!

[Ryushikaze]

Originally Posted by Kain424

It always seemed, to me at least, that Tifa wanted the relationship more than Cloud, who was always off thinking of his own problems.

There was a scene in FF7 where the two sat together beneath the Highwind... of this we only get part of their conversation as the night turned to early morning, but Tifa wants him to stay "a little longer" and he seems uneasy.

Uneasy? Elaborate on what gives you this impression.

In Advent Children, Cloud looks to have taken this even further. Perhaps there is a possibility of a relationship, but during the film, Cloud seems to use his guilty feelings and insecurities to shield himself from others. He doesn't want others to even know he's sick, let alone how he feels about Tifa. So he speaks in broad generalizations, covering the scope of his fears (losing family, friends, and everyone else) without having to admit the details.

He feels like an utter failure for letting Zack, Aerith, and his entire hometown die, is suffering from an incurable and eventually fatal wasting disease, and doesn't want to be a burden on anyone.

Also, at the end of FF7, Tifa sort of embraces Cloud as they hang onto the cliff's edge, as she get's close to him, Cloud brings up Aerith, and it almost looks like Tifa kinda resigns herself a bit to the situation. Then, when they are sitting together, they are again interrupted wondering where the others are, who are on another ledge waving. Just more stuff to think about.

I hate it when people try and bring the crater into the LTD when it requires divorcing the entire scene from context to make it work.

[lovin_life88]

Yeah I suppose. That one part in "The Case Of Tifa" though...
Tifa: Cloud you're smiling
Cloud: Am I?
Tifa:Yeah
Cloud: Everything starts now. A new... A new life... I'm going to live. I think that's the only way I can be forgiven. We've been through... All sorts of things.
Tifa: I guess you're right
Cloud: But when I think about how many times I've thought about starting a new life, it's funny
Tifa: Why?
Cloud: I've always failed to do it
Tifa: That's not funny
Cloud:...I think it'll be all right this time
(he becomes silent for a moment)
Cloud: Because you're always with me
Tifa: I wasn't always with you...
Cloud: From now on, that's how things are gonna be.

Just something about that part. I dunno, it may sound stupid, but is there some sort of connection there at all??

[Pins]

Of course there is. It's all open to interpretation, but what I see it as is this.

Cloud is telling Tifa that he wants her by his side always (from now on). That's saying a lot, especially since he seperated easily from the rest of the party. He's also telling her that, by having her at his side he feels strong enough to start a new life, to move on and to live on.

[~SapphireStar~]

In Advent Children, are Tifa and Cloud engaged/married!?

IMO no, I dont recall any rings on their fingers. I think they are just very close friends like before. But if you want to believe otherwise, do so.