#mithroth

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Cloud: given the circumstances I will let you hug me for 4 to 5 minutes.

Zack: 45 MINUTES!

Cloud: No!

Zack: TO LATE!

Meanwhile, Mithra (right), and Sephiroth (left)

Mithra is the only one allowed to hug Sephiroth, but she's more than happy to join Zack in showering Cloud with love as well.

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Mithroth Headcanons: Apartment Life

Since there are many instances where Mithra and Sephiroth are just hanging out in their home, I decided to make some headcanons about the more general aspects of their living together. I may make more in the future as I come up with new ones.

Moving In

- Sephiroth moves in with Mithra only a few weeks after they start dating. It’s not as big of a deal as normal couples because they live relatively close to each other, so moving things around is fairly simple.

- After they spend their first night together, Sephiroth already makes plans to ask if he can live with Mithra full-time. Because of his high position both as an officer and a First, he’s met with little questioning when he makes the proposition. The Shinra execs allow him to abandon his 1st Class quarters and live with his girlfriend instead. 

- Sephiroth is called away on a mission shortly after he makes the decision to live with Mithra, so she is put in charge of moving all of his personal belongings to her home. She recruits Zack, Cloud, and Kunsel to help her, and the hallways are full of chaos during the time they spend traveling back and forth between the two apartments. 

- Mithra has way too much fun using the flatbed carts as skateboards while she’s on her way back to Sephiroth’s to load more things onto it. She almost runs Cloud over twice.

- Sephiroth’s old apartment is converted into a guest room, the same purpose Mithra’s apartment had before she enlisted in SOLDIER.

- Sephiroth was actually the only SOLDIER living on the executive floor, which is located two floors above the 1st and 2nd Class apartment floor, where Mithra lives. The 3rds live a floor below that along with the troopers. 

- Even though Sephiroth’s old apartment is very luxurious, it’s very lonely. Mithra visits him a couple of times before he starts living with her, but she doesn’t feel comfortable there because it’s so opulent.

General Life

- The two take turns with chores. Chores include cleaning the bathroom, wiping down the kitchen, vacuuming, changing sheets, etc. 

- The apartment has one writing desk, and that’s where Mithra keeps all her drawing supplies. Sephiroth does his work on the kitchen island, and the bar stools are actually pretty comfortable.

- Both partners are fine with guests coming over, as long as they clean up any messes. This is especially notable because they’ll both have friends over when the other is away for company.

- Mithra’s definitely the better cook, but she takes time to teach Sephiroth so he can make himself food when she’s not around. Angeal often comes over to use Mithra’s kitchen because it’s the most spacious out of all the apartments. 

- Mithra’s favorite food is spicy ramen or curry, and Sephiroth loves spaghetti bolognese. Mithra does not drink alcohol, and her favorite drink is either fruit punch or chocolate milk. Sephiroth’s favorite alcohol is Merlot, and his favorite non-alcoholic drink is strawberry lemonade.

- The bathroom has a very interesting layout, and it sports very nice amenities that not even the luxurious executive suites have. There’s a common area with double sinks as well as a large mirror. The lighting mimics natural daylight. Mithra keeps her beauty and skincare products in a small vanity in here as well. Three doors separate into a toilet room that has noise-cancelling walls, a private shower room with a separate changing area, and a onsen-style tub room that emits steam. Mithra almost never uses the hot tub, but she has fallen asleep in it before.

- The living room area is the group’s party hangout, and the widescreen television sports a high-quality display where the friends often play video games and watch movies together. 

- Video game time consists of a lot of screaming, Angeal getting a headache, and Sephiroth winning by doing almost nothing.

- There’s a weapon rack by the entryway for Kuroyumi and Masamune. Mithra always has a plentiful supply of arrows as well.

- Mithra and Sephiroth will talk together while cleaning/polishing their weapons. Mithra will sit on the couch running her bowstring through a block of wax while Seph kneels on the floor and polishes Masamune until it’s reflective.

- Both before and after Sephiroth moves into Mithra’s home, Zack and Cloud regularly hang out in her apartment. They enjoy using Mithra’s TV to play games when they’re off duty, and she appreciates their company when Sephiroth is away. Mithra even made Zack a jar of snacks, labeling it “Puppy Food”.

- The couch has a pullout mattress for any guests. The most notable instance where it was put to use occurred after Zack took Cloud to a bar for his 21st birthday, and Mithra found the two of them spooning on the bed the next morning. 

- Mithra and Sephiroth always look forward to the other’s return home from missions. If either of them are at home when the other comes back, there’s always hugs and kisses to follow.

Self-Care and Hygiene

- Both Mithra and Sephiroth practice good hygiene and clean up after themselves. There aren’t many instances where they’ll tolerate a mess unless they’re too tired to care.

- Mithra always showers first because she can get in and out much quicker. Sephiroth takes at least 10 minutes to wash his hair alone, and Mithra often uses this time to do her skincare regimen.

- For as much hair as he has, Sephiroth’s hair actually dries within a reasonable amount of time due to how fine it is. He just has to wring it out well and it air dries pretty quickly. 

- Mithra forbids Sephiroth from walking around the bathroom with dripping hair after she slips in one of the puddles he makes. Thankfully, he catches her.

- After he gets out of the shower, Sephiroth combs his hair out. He sometimes lets Mithra do it because he knows how much she loves his hair. He also lets her braid it, and he actually likes the feeling of his hair being pulled out of his face.

- Unlike her boyfriend, Mithra doesn’t really do anything to her hair besides shampooing and brushing. She deems any length past her shoulders as “too long” and cuts it. She doesn’t get tangles often, but when she does, Sephiroth usually helps her comb them out.

- Both of them have skincare routines. Sephiroth washes his face every morning and night, and he also moisturizes to keep his skin soft. Mithra does pretty much everything: cleansing, toning, moisturizing, exfoliating, the whole nine yards. They both like doing masks together, but Sephiroth is somewhat afraid of peeling masks. Mithra has an entire album on her phone dedicated to bathroom selfies. 

- As for hair removal shenanigans, Mithra tries her best to keep her legs and armpits clean-shaven, but her hair grows somewhat quickly. She often forgets to shave and just allows herself to have hairy legs and pits, but she honestly doesn’t care about it that much. This doesn’t stop her from grooming when she remembers, though, as she loves the feeling of smooth, shaved legs. 

- Sephiroth does not have any facial hair besides his eyebrows and lashes. He wears long pants most of the time, so he has no reason to deal with leg hair. His armpit hair is nearly undetectable because it’s very fine and light-colored. His chest and stomach are completely hairless, leaving the skin silky smooth, which Mithra enjoys very much. 

- For their hair, er, “down there”, both Mithra and Sephiroth keep themselves fairly well groomed by shaving and trimming respectively.

- Mithra has a special cabinet in the toilet room for all her feminine hygiene products, and Sephiroth never bothered to ask her about them until she got her period for the first time after he moved in.

- Speaking of periods, Sephiroth had never learned about them in his youth, mainly because he was never around women. Zack had to teach him everything after Seph’s failed attempt to treat Mithra’s “injury”.

- Mithra’s significantly more impatient and emotional during her periods, so Sephiroth is sure to give her an extra wide berth. He also stocks up on toilet paper during these times. 

Sleeping

- The bed is a king size with a deep red comforter. The sheets and pillowcases are usually a shade of red, as that’s the only color that Mithra likes.

- The far side of the room leads to a walk-in closet. Sharing the closet isn’t much of a problem because Mithra’s clothes aren’t bulky, leaving plenty of room for Sephiroth’s armor and such.

- The floor-to-ceiling window opposite the bed allows plenty of natural light into the room, but the mako reactors give the room a greenish glow at night. Red curtains provide privacy.

- For sleeping arrangements: from the perspective of the foot of the bed, Mithra sleeps on the left side, and Sephiroth on the right. 

- Each side of the bed has a nightstand, but Mithra’s is the only one with a lamp, a salt lamp at that. Mithra confirms that it’s indeed made of salt because she licked it once out of curiosity.

- Mithra’s nightstand also has lip balm, hand lotion, eye drops, and she always keeps a cup of water on her bedside before she goes to sleep.

- Sephiroth doesn’t really have much on his nightstand besides his phone, with alarms set at dawn. Mithra also has alarms, but Sephiroth usually wakes up first on regular workdays, and he wakes her up.

- They are pretty good at sharing the covers, but Mithra does get colder easily, so she’s definitely more likely to unconsciously steal the blankets. However, her solution is normally just snuggling closer to her lover.

- For sleepwear, Mithra doesn’t wear much because she likes the feeling of the smooth sheets against her skin. She usually just wears a sports bra and pajama shorts, sometimes she’ll add a cropped tank top if she has friends sleeping over.

- Sephiroth never sleeps with a shirt on. For Gaia’s sake, he doesn’t wear a shirt under his coat, so why on the Planet would he be any different in the privacy of his home? He sports dark-colored sweats or pajama pants on his lower half, and the waistband usually rides low on his hips, leaving the entire upper half of his body exposed. 

- Unsurprisingly, Mithra does not mind her boyfriend’s choice of sleepwear at all. She’s fully guilty of staring at his toned body when he’s asleep, and she can sometimes get away with caressing him without waking him up.

- Likewise, Sephiroth loves Mithra’s physical beauty just as much as he loves her personality. He’ll place kisses on her exposed skin, respectfully of course, and he’ll sometimes tickle her to get a laugh out of her. His soft touches are enough to make butterflies erupt in Mithra’s stomach.

- An example is whenever Mithra wears a top with looser straps to bed. If the strap slides off her shoulder, Sephiroth will press a loving kiss to her shoulder blade before pushing the strap back into its place. She’ll practically melt in his arms.

- Mithra enjoys doodling in bed, normally when she waits for Sephiroth to come in. Seph will often come sit next to her on the bed and peek at her artwork. 

- Sephiroth is just a big fan of holding Mithra, no matter the occasion, but he’s the most free to do it in the privacy of their bedroom. He’ll wrap his arms around her waist and gently rub his fingers on her stomach, sometimes tickling her because he knows that she’s ticklish there. He’ll continue to caress her waist when they lie down together.

- Mithra can hug Sephiroth from behind, but if she wants to drape her arms around his shoulders, she has to kneel on the bed. If she sits regularly, her arms only come up to right underneath his pecs.  

- When both of them are ready to sleep, Sephiroth usually pulls Mithra down with him and holds her close to him. Her favorite sleeping position is with her head laying on his bare chest, as the thumping of his heart relaxes her and lulls her to sleep. Seph wraps his arm around her snugly and their legs are tangled together. 

- Sometimes, the two will spoon, and Seph is usually the big spoon because he can wrap his arms around her much more easily. If they fall asleep that way, he’s sure to press a sweet kiss to her cheek or jawline.

- Most of these points just prove how touch-starved he is and how much he’s needed a girlfriend. 

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Happy National Boyfriend Day!

Who makes for the better couple? Mithroth or Zerith?

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Mithra: Hey Gen. I wrote Sephy a love poem.

Genesis: Let’s hear it.

Mithra: *clears throat* Roses are red, violets are blue. I thought I was gay, until I met you.

Genesis: *wiping tears from his eyes* That was beautiful.

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Hello, it’s been a while.

I’d just like to let you all know that activity on this blog will be much less consistent as I have started school and can’t dedicate as much time as I’d like to art, writing, and other things. I will continue running it as I get the time, and for those of you who are new here, please enjoy the content. 

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May the Fourth be with all of you! These two really rock Jedi robes and lightsabers. Imagine getting stabbed by a seven foot lightsaber...

Mithra would also totally say “Judge me by your size, do you?”

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Mithra: I don’t like guys. I only like girls. Guys are stupid. Girls hot.

Sephiroth: *exists*

Mithra, to herself: So that was a fucking lie.

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Mithra: Sephiroth fell asleep in the living room so I went to bed and fell asleep and tell me why this man was up at 5am, standing at the foot of the bed with the blanket wrapped around him in the dark talking about “Why you left me in there by myself” I almost pissed myself 

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Confession

Setting: Shinra Building, Midgar

POV: 1st person (Mithra)

Summary: While running away from Genesis after stealing Loveless, Mithra and Sephiroth find themselves alone. It’s the perfect opportunity for some confessing...

(A/N: this was heavily inspired by a work by XXXXBECCAXXXX over on DeviantArt. Check it out here if you’d like: https://www.deviantart.com/xxxxbeccaxxxx/art/For-Sephiroth-Lovers-2011-252316128

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It was a typical day of business here at Shinra’s headquarters. I had just finished training with Angeal, Zack’s session was in a half hour, and Cloud was on a mission with some Thirds in the outskirts of Midgar. Zack would’ve went back to his apartment to freshen up after such a tedious session, but I still had pent up energy from the simulation room. I desired some mischief at the moment, but not simply in the form of pranking a recruit. No, I decided to pull one of my favorite stunts: stealing Genesis’ beloved copy of Loveless. 

I made my way to the 1st Class lounge where I found my target slumped on a couch. His prized possession sat on his lap as he scrolled on his phone. I crouched and silently made my way towards him; thankfully, his back was towards me. He was so busy looking at his phone, that he did not notice me as I reached over the back of the couch and snatched his book.

“Yoink!” I exclaimed. Startled from his trance, Genesis whipped his head around to see me waving Loveless in my hands behind him. An amused smirk appeared on his face. 

“Hello, Mithra,” he replied, and he tried to gently take his book back, but I moved so that I was out of his reach from his spot on the couch. I giggled as I twirled Loveless in my hands. 

“Hey Gen-Gen,” I said innocently. “You sure seem to read this book a lot. It would be a shame if something bad happened to it...” 

This alarmed him, and his eyes went wide. He got up so that he was standing in front of the couch, facing me entirely.

“Mithra, give me Loveless,” he warned. Unfortunately, in the meantime I had slowly walked backwards towards the door, with his book tucked securely under my arm.

“You know, Genesis, I wonder if you’ll be able to read Loveless... after I flush it down the toilet.” As I finished speaking those words, I turned my back and began sprinting away from him and down the hallway. I could hear him shouting at me.

“Mithra, give me my book back now!”

It did not take long for him to begin chasing after me. Luckily, I was much faster and more agile than him. I easily turned several corners in an attempt to lose him. I checked back to see if he was still following me. He looked absolutely enraged, his face red and his expression making me imagine steam leaking from his ears. 

I chuckled to myself and sped towards the elevators at the end of the hallway. By then, Genesis had slowed down to catch his breath. His delay was just enough for me to run into an open elevator and press a bunch of buttons. I grinned as I saw him leaning against the walls panting, and the elevator doors closed.

As I waited for the lift to stop, I flipped through Loveless, once again wondering what made it so appealing. He’d practically drilled it into my head, and as much as I wanted to forget it, he’d just recite it again, and the cycle would continue. To myself and the others, it was just another book of poetry. Yet somehow, Genesis thought it was gold. 

The lift stopped, and I ran out as soon as the doors opened. By now, Genesis would definitely be looking for me. It wasn’t long before I spotted Angeal and Sephiroth standing in the middle of the corridor having a casual conversation.

“Sephy!” I exclaimed happily as I jumped on him, as his back was facing me. My arms loosely wrapped around his neck and I laid my chin on his shoulder. 

“Mithra,” he replied, smirking as he turned his head so that his green eyes made slight contact with mine. I made sure to glance at him and then avert my eyes towards Angeal before I could start blushing. 

“Hey Angeal!” I hopped off of Sephiroth and went over to the tall, black-haired First to hug him. That was my way of greeting my close friends, hugging them. The habit stuck because Zack used to hug me whenever I felt discouraged during SOLDIER training.

“What about me?” Sephiroth questioned, holding his arms out. I smiled shyly before wrapping my arms around his waist as he pulled me in for a hug. I was hopeful that he couldn’t feel my heart beating rapidly and the millions of butterflies in my stomach. I pulled away from him and looked down the hall to make sure that Genesis wasn’t around. Angeal noticed my actions, and he followed my gaze, his eyebrows raising.

“What are you looking at?” The hallway was pretty much empty apart from the three of us.

“I’m making sure Genesis isn’t coming,” I said, Loveless still tucked under my arm. 

“What did you do?” Sephiroth asked, his beautiful eyes rolling.

“I stole Loveless again, and this time I told him I was gonna flush it down the toilet,” I said guiltily, further attempting to hide the book behind myself.

“Mithra! You know that Genesis hates that!” Angeal said sternly. I looked up at him and gave him the same puppy-eyed look that Zack had on a regular basis. 

“Sorry Angeal,” I muttered, and Angeal chuckled at me before mussing my hair and giving me a proud smile. I grinned back at him knowing that he was secretly satisfied with my mischief. He then checked his phone clock and sighed.

“I better be going now. I have to go and train the puppy. Hopefully he doesn’t give me any trouble,” he said. “I’ll see you guys later.” He then walked back towards the elevator I came from earlier.

“Bye Angeal!” I waved to him as he left. Now, Sephiroth and I were alone, and this was much more awkward. I looked back at him, and his eyes were fixated on me. His voice came out more casually than his stare.

“So, how mad was Genesis this time?” His smirk never left his face and his eyes were still locked onto me. I brushed it off at first.

“Oh, he was livid. His face was all red and there was steam practically leaking from his ears!” I replied gleefully. I peered down the hall once again on instinct. Sephiroth stepped towards me.

“You know, I was talking to Zack last week. We just so happened to be talking about you,” he said, his expression never faltering. 

“Y-You were?” I asked, becoming more nervous as he continued to stare at me intensely. 

“Yes, he let me in on a very peculiar topic.” He was still inching closer to me, making my face flush. My eyes widened, fearing that my secret had been blown.

“He said that you have a crush on me.” I clenched my eyes shut when he said that and made a mental note to kill the puppy later.

“Oh...” I quickly bowed my head and stared at the floor in the hopes that my hair would hide any indication of embarrassment. I had no idea how I would get out of the situation with my dignity intact. My eyes widened once again as I felt Sephiroth’s hand slip under my chin and move my head up to look at him. I avoided eye contact by focusing my attention onto his chest, which didn’t help very much. 

“So, is it true? Do you have feelings for me?” he asked, and I could detect the slightest hint of anxiousness in his voice.

There was no point in hiding it. I clenched my eyes shut and nodded, fully expecting to feel the most humiliated I’ve ever felt. Sephiroth had taken to caressing my cheek with his other hand. He gave me a small smile, and I quickly glanced into his eyes to meet his gaze.

“Good.”

“What d-” I was cut off as I felt him crash his lips against mine, his hands eagerly yet gently cupping my cheeks. His lips were incredibly soft, and I could not help but kiss him back, our lips moving together in a synchronous rhythm. I quickly tucked Loveless into my belt and wrapped my arms around his neck, tangling my fingers in his long silver hair. After a few moments, I pulled away to breathe, and he lightly pecked my nose. I couldn’t hide the wide grin that spread across my face. His smirk had returned as well.

“I’ve always wanted to do that,” he chuckled. He kissed my forehead and leaned his head against mine, hands still cupped around my face. 

“I love you, Mithra Valkyris,” he said, making my heart nearly leap out of my chest.

“I love you too, Sephy,” I replied, my smile never faltering. He responded by pressing his lips to mine again and wrapping his arms around my small form. I leaned into his hug, taking in everything that had just happened. Because of the significant height difference between us, I had to stand on my toes and he was crouching slightly. I laid my head on his exposed chest, listening to the steady thump of his heartbeat. I never would’ve believed that he reciprocated my romantic feelings. Now, he was mine. There was still the issue of dealing with Zack, but I’m sure Sephiroth would be more than willing to help me with that. 

I was so lost in Sephiroth’s arms that I almost failed to hear the sound of heavy footsteps storming down the corridor towards us. I peeked over his shoulder to see a very red-faced Genesis coming towards me. He did not seem to realize that Sephiroth was still hugging me. 

“Mithra, give me my book back now!” He shouted. Sephiroth pulled away from me and turned to face his friend. Now was my chance.

“I’ll see you later Seph, I’ve got a book to burn. Love you!” I quickly kissed his cheek in full view of Genesis, and the redhead seemed to stop for a moment in surprise before continuing his mission to get his book back. With impressive speed, I had bolted away from the two of them, much to Genesis’ annoyance. Wonderful, I had killed two birds with one stone.

Don’t worry, I gave Genesis his dear book back eventually. I’m assuming that Loveless is the closest thing he has to a partner now. I also could’ve sworn that I heard Sephiroth whisper something under his breath, maybe along the lines of “That’s my girl,” as I ran for my life.

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Night Terrors

Setting: Mithra’s apartment in the Shinra Building, Midgar

POV: 1st person (Mithra)

Summary: Mithra has a nightmare, and Sephiroth is there for her.

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“No! Please don’t leave me here! Let me stay with you! Please!” I cried, tears streaming down my cheeks and arms outstretched towards the blurry figure. I couldn’t make out who they were, but the words that came from their mouth were cruel. They told me that I was unwanted and that I deserved to die here, alone in a strange land. I begged and begged for them to not abandon me, but they simply spat at me and forced me down in place. Before anything else could happen, something hard and heavy slammed into the back of my head, knocking me unconscious. 

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My eyes snapped open and I sat up in bed, my breathing uneven and my forehead coated in sweat. As I readjusted to my surroundings, I realized that the horrible experience was nothing more than a dream, and I was in my bedroom, safe and sound. I looked to my left to see Sephiroth sleeping, his back turned towards me and his hair cascading over his pillow. The nightmare still flashed through my mind, and I draped my legs over the side of the bed. As I tried to control my breathing, I felt tears begin to flow freely down my face. 

“Love? Are you alright?” I heard his sleepy voice ask.

“I’m fine, Sephy,” I replied, but my voice broke as I spoke his name. I felt the bed shift, and he was right next to me, wrapping an arm around me. I looked up at him, peeking at his worry-filled eyes. More tears flowed from my eyes, and I threw myself into him, burying my face into his neck and fully allowing myself to let everything out. Only soft gasps and sobs were audible as he ran his fingers through my hair and hugged me to him. 

“You’re alright, my love, I’m right here. I won’t let anything hurt you,” he whispered, swiping my tears away as I slightly pulled away from his now-drenched chest. He cupped my face with his large, strong hands, and pressed a gentle kiss to my forehead. He then hooked one arm under my knees and lifted me slightly before shifting so he was leaning against the headboard. I remained flushed against his chest and his arms held me protectively. Even though my breathing was stable, tears would not stop flowing from my tired eyes. 

“Nightmare?” he asked, grabbing a tissue from the nightstand and dabbing my tear-coated and sweaty face. I nodded, blowing my nose and throwing the dirty cloth in the trash can. My hair had fallen over my face, and Sephiroth tucked it behind my ear. 

“Do you want to talk about it?” I took a deep breath, staring at his thumb as it stroked my arm. 

“I don’t know if it was just a dream, or a memory. I was back in the slums, and there was someone standing over me. I was begging them to not leave me behind, but they kept pushing me away. The last thing I remembered before I woke up was getting a blow to the back of the head, and I blacked out.” 

I looked up at Sephiroth, gazing into his green eyes. Although they were filled with concern, I could still see the kindness deep within. He squeezed me gently and pecked my temple. 

“Whether it was a dream or a memory, it can’t hurt you anymore. You’re safe with me, darling,” he reassured. “Whoever they were, they’re not worth your time and pain.” I wrapped my arms around his shoulders, nuzzling my nose into his collarbones.

“I’ll always love you, Mithra.”

“I love you too, Sephy,” I whispered back, my eyes free of any more tears. I moved over so he could return to his side of the bed, which he did, motioning for me to lie close to him. We laid down facing each other, his left arm holding me against him and his chin resting on the top of my head. I relaxed, soaking in the warmth of his skin and any traces of the nightmare having left my mind. I gently kissed his chest and closed my eyes.

“Sleep well, my love,” was the last thing I heard before giving in to tranquil sleep.

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For all the hardcore Seph fans

For perspective on Mithroth’s height difference, Mithra is the exact height necessary to effortlessly motorboat Sephiroth. 

The more you know.

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Late Nights

Setting: Mithra’s apartment in the Shinra Building, Midgar

POV: 1st person (Mithra)

Summary: Sephiroth is up late trying to finish work. Mithra refuses to let him pull an all-nighter.

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Another long day of training, working, and spending time with friends had ended. I was lying in bed, nearly falling asleep, but still waiting for Sephiroth to come into the bedroom. I looked forward to every chance I’d get to snuggle up to him, absorbing the warmth that permeated from his body and getting lost in his arms. He was scheduled to stay in Midgar for some time, so I took every chance I got to spend time with him. 

I looked at the digital clock on my nightstand. 12 AM. Where was he? I knew that he took a shower because I had heard the water running earlier. However, he didn’t come into the room like he normally would. I began to grow worried. He needed sleep, and I didn’t want him to be grumpy in the morning. 

I kicked the blanket off of myself and shivered slightly at the cool night air. As I opened the door into the living area, I noticed that the lights were all off. The only light source was the glow of an open laptop, which Sephiroth was currently hunched over, clad in a black sweater and sweatpants. He stared at the screen mindlessly, his eyes half open and his chin resting on his right hand. I stretched my back out and walked towards him.

He did not notice me until I came up behind him and wrapped my arms around his shoulders, placing a soft kiss on his cheek. He grunted a hello before focusing on his computer.

“Sephy, why are you still up?” I asked. “It’s past midnight.”

“I,” he yawned, “I have to write a report for the Director. He wants it by tomorrow.” His words were slurred, as if his brain had checked out for the night, yet his heart was still set on finishing his work. I placed my chin on top of his head and ran my thumb along his jaw.

“We should go to bed. You won’t be able to function in the morning if you stay up.” Sephiroth sighed.

“I know, but I really need to finish this.” I knew that he would be stubborn about it. He’d always claim that his work was more important than his health. Knowing that he wouldn’t go to bed otherwise, I quickly tapped the keys that’d save his work and put the cover down. He looked at me questioningly.

“Come on, babe, let’s go to bed. You can finish it in the morning, and if Lazard wants to be difficult about it I’ll deal with him.” Sephiroth smiled softly, and I knew that I had won. He got up from the bar stool and followed me into the bedroom. 

I sat on my side of the bed, and Sephiroth on his. He grabbed the hem of his sweater and tried to pull it over his head in one fluid motion, but it got caught on his arms. I giggled softly and helped him tug it off before tossing it on the floor. He laid down and closed his eyes, but not before pulling me closer so I was nestled against his naked torso, the blanket draped over us. I mindlessly traced patterns on the warm skin of his chest, pressing a kiss to the side of his neck. It wasn’t long before I heard soft snores, and I succumbed to sleep shortly after, satisfied with myself.

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Mithroth Fluff Alphabet

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Some information about the Myriad’s primary OTP, for your viewing pleasure.

Mithra’s answers are in bolded italics

Sephiroth’s answers are in italics

A ctivities - What do they like to do with their s/o? How do they spend their free time with them?

Mithra enjoys going on missions with Sephiroth not only to accompany him in SOLDIER service, but to show her prowess on the battlefield as a deadly sniper and master of stealth. Outside of SOLDIER duties, she loves simply having deep conversations with him and relaxing together in their apartment. Sephiroth is often quite busy as the highest-ranking SOLDIER, so she deeply appreciates any time she gets to spend with him.

Similarly, Sephiroth always likes it when Mithra can join him on missions because he feels less lonely. He knows how strong she is, and he feels pride whenever she accomplishes difficult tasks. He often takes her on romantic dinner dates to exotic eateries and follows the meal with walks around Midgar. He doesn’t show it, but he loves it when Mithra braids his hair and gives him facials.

B eauty - What do they admire about their s/o? What do they think is beautiful about them?

It’s no secret to anyone that Sephiroth is a beautiful specimen, but unlike the Silver Elite, Mithra admires Sephiroth’s personality much more than his looks. That’s not to say that she doesn’t appreciate his handsome appearance, however. Like many, she is obsessed with the General’s long silver hair, especially because she’s allowed to touch it. She’s also found herself admiring his half-naked body both at night and in the morning. She finds his strong arms especially handsome because of their ability to both swing Masamune with little effort and embrace her without crushing her. 

Mithra is definitely a jewel among the ranks of SOLDIER when it comes to physical beauty, as she’s the only female member. Despite the hard work and fighting that come with the job, Mithra is still able to keep her skin glowing. Sephiroth is particularly fond of her eyes, as they are such a contrast to the mako blue usually associated with SOLDIER: a rich medium brown with golden reflects. 

C omfort - How would they help their s/o when they feel down/have a panic attack etc.?

Sephiroth is definitely someone who will stew in their feelings rather than have an outright mental breakdown. Mithra knows him well enough to recognize when he just needs to be left alone, only taking action if he acts first. She’ll just hold his face in her hands while whispering encouraging words, as well as reassuring him that she’ll always be there for him.

In stark contrast to her s/o, Mithra reacts strongly to different stressors and her way of coping has changed throughout her life. Before she became friends with her comrades, she’d often just hide her emotions in the hopes that they’d go away. After a while, she becomes more open with her personal struggles and cries freely without fear of being ridiculed. To comfort her, Sephiroth will usually just hold her close to him while stroking her hair and letting her cry into his chest or shoulder. He does not need to use words for her to feel his love and support.

D reams - How do they picture their future with their s/o?

Although she is over the moon in her relationship, the idea of marriage is quite daunting to Mithra for a long time. She doesn’t prioritize marrying Sephiroth, but she still wants to be with him for as long as possible. After the group leaves Shinra, she dreams of living with Sephiroth somewhere where they’ll both be free to be themselves.

Sephiroth knows that he wants to spend the rest of his life with Mithra, but he can’t imagine any other future besides the two of them continuing to work for Shinra due to his sheltered lifestyle. Following their desertion, he also just wants to be with her somewhere safe. He does eventually propose to her, albeit after a few years of fighting Shinra and saving the planet from them. 

E qual - Are they the dominant one in the relationship, or rather passive?

Mithra is definitely the more outspoken and outgoing partner, but her status as a Second Class SOLDIER prevents her from several privileges. She does not have the same amount of authority as Sephiroth even though she is more radical in her beliefs. Thankfully, Sephiroth listens to her and voices her concerns to the higher-ups at Shinra if they are especially concerning.

Even though he’s not the talker in their relationship, Sephiroth’s high-ranking position in SOLDIER allows him to basically have authority over his superiors. He is the one who gets to request to live with Mithra, not the other way around. Outside of official SOLDIER business, Sephiroth is the calmer, quieter partner, except for when members of the Silver Elite try to harass Mithra.

F ight - Would they be easy to forgive their s/o? How are they fighting?

Regardless of their relationship to her, Mithra isn’t the quickest to forgive someone. However, she is not one to play victim and beg for forgiveness, but she instead will just apologize and hope that she’s forgiven. That being said, she and Sephiroth don’t really fight much. If they ever do get into a fight, she’s the loud one and the first one to storm off in frustration.

Sephiroth isn’t one to start fights nor does he hold interest in continuing a fight. He is aware of Mithra’s short temper and tendency to react before thinking, so he never does anything to victimize or aggravate her. He forgives Mithra pretty easily because he knows that she never yells at him purposefully; she just tends to overreact. 

G ratitude - How grateful are they in general? Are they aware of what their s/o is doing for them?

Mithra is fully aware of what Sephiroth has sacrificed in order to be in a relationship with her. He must deal with jealous fangirls, he can’t just be away for long periods of time, and he has to deal with her on an almost daily basis. She is forever grateful that he chose her, a feral former con artist, as his partner over the millions of beautiful women who adore him. 

Sephiroth knows what Mithra has to put up with, not only as a female SOLDIER, but as his girlfriend. From horny recruits to dismissive Shinra executives to neurotic fangirls, she doesn’t have it easy. However, she chooses to remain unbothered about these things because she knows that he’s the one for her, and she knows how hard she’s worked to get her position. He is grateful that she’s by his side despite all the challenges that life as a SOLDIER offers. 

H onesty - Do they have secrets they hide from their s/o? Or do they share everything?

Mithra is not a woman of many secrets, but the secrets she does have are quite deep and memorable, not always for the better. By the time she and Sephiroth start dating, they’re already good friends who know each other pretty well. She does tell him the backstory of her life in the slums, much to his horror. Mithra continues to be quite open with him throughout their relationship, as she knows that she can trust him and that he’d never spill her secrets.

Sephiroth struggles with secrets of his own, mainly because he is unsure of how to feel about them. He tells Mithra about his lonely childhood, but he doesn’t know whether or not to tell her about his supposed “mother.” He is happy that she is around to love him without judgement, but he doesn’t want to burden her with his personal issues. As their relationship grows, he does become more comfortable telling her what’s on his mind, and this peaks when they become members of Avalanche.

I nspiration - Did their s/o change them somehow, or the other way around? Like trying out new things or helped them overcome personal problems?

Sephiroth inspired Mithra to work hard as a member of SOLDIER. Like many other Third and Second Class members, she admires his battle prowess. On a more personal note, falling in love with him helped her to overcome her original dislike towards men. Before she met her friends, the only men Mithra had encountered were greedy and predatory. This trust towards the opposite sex blossomed into attraction and then love towards Shinra’s greatest SOLDIER.

Before he met and fell in love with Mithra, Sephiroth had always been stoic in nature, fully dedicated to his work and only confiding in Genesis and Angeal. Mithra’s unapologetic attitude and kind personality helped Sephiroth to be more confident in himself as a friend and a partner. She even helped him learn about his background without dropping the ball too quickly, and she reunited him with his real mother. Mithra gives him a second chance at living his life to the fullest, and he is eternally thankful for that.

J ealousy - Do they get jealous easily? How do they deal with it?

Mithra doesn’t get jealous super easily, even when Sephiroth’s fangirls approach them on the street. She finds their fanaticism quite amusing and will often try to hide her laughter as Sephiroth annoyedly deals with them. 

Sephiroth doesn’t really get jealous either, but he is not fond of guys who try to hit on Mithra. Anyone who tries to flirt with her will get a hard stare from him, and it almost always scares them away. If the stare doesn’t work, the knowledge that he could probably split them in half is very effective and sends them on their way.

K iss - Are they a good kisser? What was the first kiss like?

Neither of them had kissed anyone before their first kiss together, but the event was quite sweet. Mithra was running away from Genesis after stealing Loveless from him, and she came across Sephiroth and Angeal. Of course, Angeal has to leave, leaving her alone with Sephiroth. Zack, who doesn’t know how to keep his mouth shut at times, leaked Mithra’s secret to him, and Sephiroth took it upon himself to kiss her after she confessed. The two share kisses quite often, whether it be before one of them leaves on a mission or first thing in the morning. Seph is a pretty good kisser; he’s able to completely shock Mithra by pulling her in for a long, passionate kiss. Mithra’s pretty good at kissing as well, and she’ll often surprise him by kissing his cheek while he’s working.

L ove Confession - How would they confess to their s/o?

Mithra confesses her love after Zack spills the beans about her crush on Sephiroth to the man himself. She thinks that she’ll be humiliated as a result because she fully believes that Sephiroth doesn’t like her back, but luckily she is very, very wrong about that.

Sephiroth manages to goad Mithra’s confession out of her, but not before having unsung feelings for her as well. His response to her confession is pulling her in for a long kiss and then professing his love. He does not even need to ask her out. It doesn’t take too long for them to start living together.

M arriage - Do they want to get married? How do they propose? What would the marriage be like?

Marriage was not even a figment in Mithra’s mind before she began her relationship with Sephiroth. Even as they are dating, the desire for marriage isn’t prominent due to her responsibilities as a SOLDIER. Following the downfall of Shinra, Mithra does think about marriage more. She knows that she wants to spend the rest of her life with Sephiroth, but she’s unsure of how to feel about marriage. However, after Seph proposes to her, she is overjoyed, having secretly been hoping for such for a while. 

Similarly, Sephiroth doesn’t really think about marrying Mithra until their group leaves Shinra and joins Avalanche. Both of them have multiple near-death experiences during that time, and once the dust all settles and Shinra is defeated for good, Sephiroth knows that he wants Mithra in his life forever and ever. He proposes to her after a long period of nervousness. He is afraid that she’ll reject him, even after all their years of dating, but his friends encourage him and he pops the question while the group is hanging out in Aerith’s new flower garden, which she made to restore hope to the people of Midgar. Obviously she says yes, and the two of them get married with all their family and friends in attendance. Their married life is much more chill without Shinra, but Sephiroth still does mercenary work with the other ex-SOLDIERs while Mithra does art.

N icknames - What do they call their s/o?

Mithra’s names for Sephiroth: Sephy (almost always) My dearest (often) Babe (often) My other half (sometimes) Hot stuff (rarely)

Sephiroth’s names for Mithra: My love/Love (almost always) Beautiful (often) Mi (sometimes; this nickname is also used by Mithra’s other friends) Gorgeous (sometimes)

O n Cloud Nine - What are they like when they are in love? Is it obvious for others? How do they express their feelings?

Before she and Sephiroth got together, Mithra was very wary about her feelings towards him. She was unsure of whether she actually loved him or she just felt the same attraction his fans felt. She would silently wrestle with these emotions, only letting them show in the privacy of her home. However, once the two become a formal couple, she explicitly expresses her love for him. It’s quite heartwarming to listen to her talk about him, especially since most people see Sephiroth as a stoic and reserved person. Whenever they’re with the others, Mithra will also give him light touches and sometimes small kisses. She’ll also occasionally do this around other women to show who Sephiroth belongs to.

Sephiroth isn’t as touchy-feely as his girlfriend, but it’s very obvious whenever he’s especially in love with her. He sometimes talks about Mithra when he’s with Genesis and Angeal or other guys, and the love in his voice is very audible. His pupils also dilate significantly, something that Mithra is quick to notice whenever he looks in her direction. When Angeal first started training Mithra alongside Zack, Sephiroth would always ask him questions about her, as he was too nervous to do it himself. As the two of them got to know each other better, Sephiroth also realized that he liked her, and he’d always find reasons to run into her around the Shinra building.   

P DA - Are they upfront about their relationship? Do they brag with their s/o in front of others? Or are they rather shy to kiss etc. when others are watching?

Mithra is humble in nature, so she doesn’t brag about her relationship even if she has every right to. As for PDA, physical touch is her secondary love language, with quality time as her primary. Whenever she and Sephiroth are alone, she’s more than willing to hug and kiss him as much as possible. However, due to the professionalism that’s required as a SOLDIER, she can’t shower him with affection when they’re on duty. Physical affection is reduced to hand holding and occasional quick pecks, but she enjoys it just as much.

Sephiroth was never much of an affectionate person before he started dating Mithra. His job was always his first priority, and he’d never really received the love and affection he needed. Once he and Mithra became a thing, however, he realized how touch-starved he was. He finally had someone who would comfort him, support him, and love him for who he was. As happy as he is with Mithra, he doesn’t brag about his relationship. Even though a fair amount of Shinra executives are aware that their silver general is dating a Second Class, it’s not a big deal, and it doesn’t affect either of their work in SOLDIER.

Q uirk - Some random ability they have that’s beneficial in a relationship.

Due to her solitary lifestyle pre-SOLDIER, Mithra is able to keep herself occupied when she’s alone, despite the fact that she’s an extrovert. This is very helpful when Sephiroth is away on long, demanding missions as a First Class SOLDIER. She does miss him when he’s gone, but she knows that he’ll come back to her.

Sephiroth, even though he’s not the most social, is a good listener, and never criticizes or mocks Mithra when she’s struggling. He’s also willing to go out of his comfort zone to adjust to her needs and wants, and she does the same with him.

R omance - How romantic are they? What would they do to make their s/o happy? Cliché or rather creative?

As well as giving him love and affection, Mithra does whatever she can to help Sephiroth relax after long work days. She’ll cook him fresh meals and massage his aching shoulders, things that he greatly appreciates. Mithra’s quite creative in nature, so she’ll often encourage him to try things that most normal people do, such as going shopping or exploring the vast metropolis of Midgar. She likes to throw in a little risk, especially since Sephiroth had been sheltered most of his life.

Unlike Mithra, Sephiroth is a little more traditional in the romantic aspect of their relationship. His perfect date consists of a simple outing at a nice eatery and then a stroll around the city. He’s also sure to get Mithra nice gifts for her birthday and holidays that involve gift-giving, even though she’s insistent that he’s the best gift she could ask for. Some gifts he’s given her include digital art supplies, certain articles of clothing, and fleece throw blankets, her absolute favorite. 

S upport - Are they helping their s/o achieve their goals? Do they believe in them?

During their times as members of SOLDIER, Mithra is not sure what Sephiroth’s ultimate goal in life is. He’s so used to his duties as a 1st, that there’s not much room for him to have many ambitions. Even so, she’s very supportive of him, not bothering him when she knows he’s very busy and looking out for him. She believes that he’s much more than his job portrays him as, and she hopes that people can see him that way.

One of the first things Mithra has said in terms of goals was that she wished to atone for all the crimes she committed in her past. Sephiroth was present for this, and he knew that she was a good person with a troubled past. He was actually one of the people that told Angeal that Mithra would make a good Second Class SOLDIER, therefore helping her advance in the program. During their time as a couple, he only continued to support her in her career as a SOLDIER and in her hobbies. He actually buys Mithra several things to help her continue her interest in drawing, partially because he likes it when she draws him.

T hrill - Do they need to try out new things to spice out your relationship? Or do they prefer a certain routine?

Mithra loves trying new things, whether they be foods, hobbies, or relationship activities. She enjoys doing things with Sephiroth that are outside their norms, mostly because she wants him to be able to experience everything life has to offer. Sephiroth is sometimes reluctant to do such things, but Mithra is quick to remind him that not everything has to be done professionally and with strict plans. 

Routine has always been a major part of Sephiroth’s life. Ever since he was a child, his days consisted of training, war, labs, work, etc. This routine does extend to his relationship at first, but with Mithra’s encouragement, he becomes more and more willing to have some fun. That being said, he doesn’t normally appear excited or adventurous on the outside, but Mithra knows when he’s enjoying himself.

U nderstanding - How good do they know their partner? Are they empathetic?

Before she started dating him, Mithra knew a fair amount about Sephiroth. She knew what his interests were, his favorite foods, some backstory, the usual things that friends know. However, this knowledge became much much deeper when he started living with her. He told Mithra how lonely his childhood was and how he felt different from other children. Luckily, Mithra is more than able to empathize with him, as she was lonely in the slums as well. People always thought she was weird because she had different interests, and she had no idea who or where her family was. Because of all of this, she’s more than happy to be Sephiroth’s number-one supporter.

Sephiroth’s knowledge of Mithra was equal to her knowledge of him while they were still just friends. Everything changed when he began dating her, though. Mithra had the trust in him to tell him some of her deepest secrets, things that not even her best friend Zack knew. Some of these stories include the harassment she faced from members of the gang she participated in, as well as the horrific story of how she got her neck scar. Sephiroth is even more determined to protect her from harm after gaining this knowledge, and he also understands the loneliness she felt. 

V alue - How important is the relationship to them? What is it’s worth in comparison to other things in their life?

For Mithra, her relationship with Sephiroth is the best thing that’s ever happened to her, probably. She’s never felt so secure and loved by someone in her life, so having him around has helped her immensely. She’s determined to make the relationship work, and she knows that if she wants Sephiroth to continue loving her, she will have to make some sacrifices. Although, considering how much Sephiroth spoils her, that’s not a big worry. In comparison to other things in her life, it’s pretty high up there. She values her relationship with him equally with her friendships, and she doesn’t let it distract her from her job in SOLDIER.

Prior to his entry into a romantic relationship, Sephiroth’s main priority was his job as a general in SOLDIER. Even though he was close friends with Genesis and Angeal, his work kept him occupied most of the time. Once he began dating Mithra, his entire mindset changed. He knew that he couldn’t just ignore Mithra and focus entirely on his work if he wanted her to stay with him, so he found a balance between his love life and professional life. Even though he does value Mithra more than his position, he makes sure to continue working hard in order to help her.

W ild Card - A random Fluff Headcanon.

Mithra loves swimming, and she’s always happy when Sephiroth joins her, whether it be at the pool or the beaches of Costa Del Sol. She’s more than happy to massage sunscreen into his back and shoulders and just enjoys hanging out with him in the sun and the cool water. Both of them are skilled at doing flawless, photogenic hair flips and just having great aesthetics. She also likes it because she gets to see him in trunks.

Sephiroth loves watching Mithra draw. She has only gotten better and better over the years he’s known her, and he’s actually the one who suggested that she sell some of her art for extra gil. He always swoons when she creates new drawings of him, no matter what expression or outfit she draws him with. 

X OXO - Are they very affectionate? Do they love to kiss and cuddle?

Alongside Zack, Mithra is one of the most affectionate people in SOLDIER. She greets her close friends by giving them hugs and loves curling up under toasty warm fleece blankets. Things get even better for her when Sephiroth moves in because now she has an extra heat source. She’ll often lie on Sephiroth’s chest, her ear pressed against his heart and its calming rhythm lulling her to sleep. Even if she wakes up separated from him, she’s quick to snuggle back up to him, pressing soft kisses on his neck and chest and draping her arm across his stomach. Mithra also loves running her fingers through her boyfriend’s beautiful long hair, braiding it, and combing it. Sephiroth will often let her comb any tangles out when he gets out of the shower, and he secretly loves how careful she is when she braids his hair.

Sephiroth did not realize how affectionate and loving he could be until he started living with the love of his life. Having never gotten hugged in his childhood, Sephiroth loves it whenever Mithra hugs him, kisses him, and cuddles with him in bed. He loves the feeling of holding her in his strong arms and just running his fingers along her arms and in her hair. Once he finds out that Mithra is ticklish, the poor girl can never escape him. He’ll sometimes tickle her side when they’re walking together to get a reaction out of her, and he’ll attack her bare stomach with kisses to wake her up if she’s being particularly stubborn. Her laughter is one of his favorite sounds in the world because it reminds him that he’s not only a SOLDIER General, but a human who can feel love. 

Y earning - How will they cope when they’re missing their partner?

Being used to loneliness, Mithra can handle herself when Sephiroth is away. She knows how strong he is and that he’ll always return home to her. In the meantime, she’ll hang out with her best friends. Whether it be training sessions with Angeal, pulling pranks on Genesis, or wreaking havoc with Zack and Cloud, Mithra has plenty of things to keep herself occupied when her beloved is not around. 

In a similar fashion, Sephiroth is used to being alone for longer periods of time. The first few years of his life were spent under close watch by Shinra scientists and away from most outsiders. However, once he’s with Mithra, the loneliness is different. He looks forward to seeing her again and keeps himself busy with either work-related things or sparring with Genesis and Angeal. He’ll often talk about Mithra to whoever will listen, which makes them in turn wish for Mithra to come back so he’ll stop.

Z eal - Are they willing to go to great lengths for the relationship? If so, what kind of?

Mithra is willing to do so many things for Sephiroth, some of them even coming nearly at the cost of her life. She finds information on his past that Shinra had tried to conceal for years, and Hojo, her greatest enemy, nearly kills her as a result. Her willpower is strong, though, and she gives Sephiroth the truth that he’d been seeking all his life. She also locates and rescues Sephiroth’s birth mother, giving him further closure on his family history. Most importantly, she keeps him sane by gently telling him about the misconception of Jenova and the mistakes of Shinra.

After he hears Mithra’s sad and frightening backstory, Sephiroth is determined to keep Mithra safe from anyone who would try to hurt her. One of his first promises to her is that he’ll stand between her and her enemies. Although Mithra is more than capable of defending herself, that doesn’t stop him from intervening. He’s also quick to come to her assistance if she seems hurt. A particularly comedic instance of this happened when Mithra got her period for the first time after he moved into her apartment. Sephiroth was convinced that she had gotten hurt and had a wound somewhere, and tried to drag her to the hospital. Thankfully, and much to his humiliation, Zack gave him “the talk”.

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May is the month of mermaids. Mer!Mithra has beach waves and Mer!Sephy has hair long enough to double as a cover up. Also kelp is a bitch to draw.

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Learning

Setting: Mithra’s apartment in the Shinra Building

POV: 1st person (Mithra) and 3rd person

Summary: Mithra gets her period, and unfortunately for her, Sephiroth isn’t much help.

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I woke up to a tremendous pain in my lower abdomen and the feeling of something damp between my thighs. I immediately sat up as quietly as possible as to not awaken the sleeping mass next to me, and I looked at my crotch. Surely enough, Mother Nature had blessed me with my monthly surprise, and it had leaked onto my shorts. Thankfully, I had been experiencing PMS for the past few days and had laid a towel on my side of the bed. I got out of bed and waddled to the bathroom to clean myself up, making sure to grab a new set of pants and underwear. I didn’t want to be moving around and all with blood gushing out from me, so I decided to slip back in afterwards to throw the towel into the laundry. I was hopeful that my movements did not wake up my dear Sephiroth.

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Sephiroth felt the sensation of Mithra getting up from bed. Normally, he’d just dismiss it as her getting a midnight snack, but this time, he heard a small groan of pain. He awoke fully just as he heard the toilet room’s door shut, and he rolled over to look at the empty side of the bed. His eyes widened when he saw the fairly-sized blood stain in the middle of Mithra’s side. Fearing that his girlfriend was injured, Sephiroth got up from the bed and walked into the bathroom. He went over to the closed door that led to the toilet and knocked.

“Mithra? Are you alright?”

“W-What? Sephy, why are you up? I’m fine. You can go back to sleep.”

“Why is there blood on your side of the bed? Are you wounded?”

“N-No. I’m perfectly fine- agh!” At this point, Sephiroth thought that Mithra was just trying to shake off her pain and refusing medical attention. He stood outside of the door as Mithra emerged, holding her lower abdomen and hunched over in pain. His panic went through the roof when he saw some blood on her fingers. 

“Mithra, you are bleeding. I’ll take you to the medical ward-”

“No! I’m fine Sephiroth. Don’t worry about me.” She went over to the sinks to wash the blood off of her hands, but Sephiroth was still convinced that she was trying to hide an injury from him. 

“Mithra, you need medical attention. I don’t know where you’re bleeding out of, but I’m sure the doctors will be able to help you.” As he said this, Sephiroth had gently grabbed Mithra’s arm and was trying to get her to follow him out of the bathroom so that he could take her to the hospital wing. 

Mithra, who was already annoyed over her pain, yanked her arm out of his grasp and angrily stared at him.

“No! You are not helping me at all by trying to drag me to get medical attention! I don’t need you hounding over me when I can deal with it myself!” Mithra angrily stormed out of the bathroom and into the living area, slamming the door behind her. Sephiroth knew better than to go after her. He went back into the bedroom and grabbed his phone, calling the only other person he knew who had a girlfriend.

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“Seph, it’s three in the morning. Why are you calling me?” Zack asked, still half asleep. 

“It’s about Mithra.”

“What, did she have a nightmare and accidentally kick you in the balls?”

“No, it’s worse than that.” This got the spiky-haired Second’s attention. He saw Mithra like a sibling, and he was almost as protective of her as Sephiroth was. 

“What’s happened to her?”

Sephiroth glanced at the towel on Mithra’s side of the bed and the stain that sat on it. He sighed nervously.

“She got up and went to the bathroom sounding like she was in pain. There’s a blood stain on her side of the bed, and it seemed like she was prepared for it because she slept on a towel. When I went into the bathroom to check on her, she came out holding her stomach and hunching over. She also got really mad at me when I suggested taking her to the hospital.” 

Zack could not hear whatever else Sephiroth was saying because he was too busy trying his best not to burst out laughing. He knew that the time would eventually come for Sephiroth to become exposed to “girl things” and was audibly snickering into the phone. 

“Why are you laughing? She could be in danger, and I don’t know what to do.” At this point, Zack had to wipe tears from his eyes.

“I guess you’re not familiar with the female anatomy,” he laughed. Sephiroth’s mind blanked out; it was true. He’d never spent enough time with girls to understand them fully. Everything he knew that was related to the medical field came from his times in the hospital and the labs. 

“What does this have to do with the female anatomy?” he asked, and Zack began to lecture him on the relevant subject, all while remembering the same lecture he received from Aerith a few years before.

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I laid miserably on the couch in the living room. The intense cramps still wracked through my body, and I would’ve taken painkillers, but I was too afraid to go back into the bathroom and run into Sephiroth, who was probably pissed at me for yelling at him earlier. Speaking of which, I felt bad for snapping at him, and the guilt didn’t make me feel any better. I was fighting back tears of pain and hormonal overactivity, curling up into the couch and burying my face in the cushions. All I wanted at the moment was to sink into the floor and disappear.

I heard a door close and the sound of footsteps on the wooden floor. The presence stopped right next to me, and I could feel his silky hair brush against my shoulder. He knelt down on the floor next to me, tapping me on the shoulder. 

“Mithra? I got your painkillers,” he said tenderly, and I peeked at him to see that he held out two ibuprofen tablets and a glass of water. He had a kind smile on his face, but it turned to a look of concern when he saw my tear-stained cheeks.

“What’s wrong my love?” He placed the glass and pills on the coffee table, and he sat on the couch next to me and wrapped his arms around me. I buried my face into his bare chest, my tears still falling.

“I-I’m sorry for yelling at you earlier. My insides feel like they’re trying to kill me,” I stuttered, praying that he’d understand. I felt his large hand stroke my hair, and his thumb came to my face to wipe my tears away.

“I now understand, don’t worry. Zack told me everything.” At this I perked up. Zack told him about periods? I wondered what that conversation was like. 

“Y-You asked Zack?”

“Yes. He was trying really hard not to laugh at my lack of knowledge.” I couldn’t help but crack a smile. I could only imagine Sephiroth’s expression as he was filled in on what having a girlfriend entailed. I then thought about how embarrassed he’d be if he took me to the hospital only to find out that I was just menstruating. 

“I bet you’re glad that you didn’t take me to the medical ward,” I teased, and Sephiroth just rolled his eyes. I popped my pills and laid my head down on his lap, feeling much better than I had felt five minutes ago. There was still residual pain in my lower abdomen, and I pulled my knees up to try and relieve it. 

“Where are you hurting?” Sephiroth held out his hand, which radiated with warmth, exactly what my aching stomach needed. I guided his hand to rest right below my navel, and the pain subsided. He gently massaged the skin and I relaxed, closing my eyes and melting into his touch.

“I should probably tell Angeal that I can’t make it to training today,” I said, knowing very well that I would not be able to listen to him with blood gushing out of me. I was sure he’d be happy to instead deal with Cloud, who was nowhere near as hyperactive as Zack and I.

“I actually don’t have any jobs today, so I can stay here with you,” Sephiroth replied, stroking my cheek with his thumb. I looked up at him and smiled; my emotional support General would be all mine today. 

“I’d like that very much. Remind me to thank Zack when I see him. He saved me a lot of hassle,” I giggled, turning my head to kiss Sephiroth’s palm. He continued to gently caress my lower abdomen, and the pain that had been racking through me all morning was almost nonexistent now. Maybe periods wouldn’t be so bad after all. 

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Secrets

Setting: Mithra’s apartment in the Shinra Building, Midgar

POV: 3rd person

Summary: Mithra invites Sephiroth over to her home so the new couple can spend time together, and she reveals some of her deepest secrets.

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Mithra sat on one of the barstools in her kitchen area, mindlessly staring at her phone. She finished cleaning up her apartment earlier to make it look presentable, as Sephiroth was going to be spending the night with her. Apparently, her apartment was nicer than even the 1st class SOLDIER’s, as it was originally a suite for Shinra’s guests. 

The two of them had been together for about a week now. Mithra still felt somewhat overwhelmed and in disbelief at the fact, but Sephiroth had reassured her that he loved her and wanted the relationship. Also, thankfully, there were no rules in SOLDIER that forbade dating among members. Additionally, the two of them had agreed that their relationship could become public, as doing such would prevent fangirls from causing problems. 

There was a knock at her door, and Mithra quickly hurried over. She peered through the peephole and saw the tall, silver-haired First standing on the other side. Heart racing, she opened the door to let him in.

“Hello, my dear,” his smooth voice did nothing to calm her down. He placed his duffel bag down and pulled Mithra in for a hug. Normally, Sephiroth would never perform such a physical act, but Mithra somehow brought out this side in him. Mithra hugged him back, burying her face into his shoulder.

“Hello, love,” she mumbled into his coat. She leaned up to kiss him, which he gladly accepted. Mithra then led him into her living area.

“Your home is very nice,” he said. “I now understand why Zack and Cloud like to hang out here so much.”

“I do my best to accommodate. I made Zack his own jar of puppy food.” 

Sephiroth could not help but crack a small grin; Mithra knew her friends too well. The living area had a television as well as a large couch and a coffee table. The kitchen was in the same room, with a nicely-sized kitchen island that sported several bar stools. Sephiroth spotted several of Angeal’s cookbooks perched on the countertop, showing that Mithra had been borrowing them and experimenting with new recipes. 

Mithra opened one of the doors that led out of the living area to reveal the bedroom. Maroon sheets and pillowcases adorned the king-sized bed, and a matching comforter was draped over the foot. Each side had a nightstand with a pink salt lamp, and the nightstand on the left had a caddy with several small items. Opposite of the bed was a full-length window whose curtains were currently drawn. 

“You can leave your bag there.” Mithra gestured to the dresser against the wall next to the door. “The left side of the bed is my side. I hope you don’t mind sleeping on the right side.” She paused, getting nervous again. “Unless you don’t feel comfortable sleeping next to me, then you could sleep-”

Sephiroth shushed her.

“Relax, love. I’ll be more than comfortable sharing a bed with you. I’m sure your bed will be much warmer with me in it.” He winked at her, inciting a giggle from the now-relaxed Second. As she helped him get settled, Mithra could not help but adore the way Sephiroth could both fluster her to the point of blushing and instantly relax her all in the same breath. 

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The evening had consisted of the two talking about their lives and gossiping about their friends. Mithra cooked them dinner with the help of Angeal’s cookbooks, and, unlike the times she cooked with Zack, the kitchen stayed relatively clean. They also played chess, which Sephiroth won every single time. Mithra and Sephiroth only grew closer during that time. She had always known that they were more similar than she originally thought, having no clue who their parents were and being mostly solitary in their youth. It almost seemed like they were meant to be together.

It was 9 PM when they both decided to get ready for bed. Mithra showed Sephiroth to her luxurious bathroom, which sported separate shower, whirlpool spa, and toilet rooms that both connected to a vanity and sink area. Not even the prestigious 1st Class SOLDIERs had this amenity.

“I know that you’ll be taking a while with that hair of yours, so I’ll go and shower first.” Mithra gathered her clothes and went into the shower room, finishing her shower within five minutes. She changed into her preferred sleepwear which consisted of a sports bra and shorts, and she went back into the bedroom where Sephiroth was sitting on the bed. 

“You look quite adorable,” he said playfully, which resulted in an equally playful punch in the arm. He pretended to be hurt and chuckled as he went into the bathroom to shower.

Ten minutes had passed, and knowing that her boyfriend would be taking a while, Mithra went to the bathroom and opened up the small skincare refrigerator that sat safely on a vanity away from the sinks. She applied her toner and creams, considering asking Sephiroth if he was interested in trying out one of her mud masks sometime. As she walked back to her bedroom, she failed to notice the large, slippery puddle that a certain someone had dripped in the middle of the floor.

“Fuuuck!” she cried as her feet slid up from underneath her. Luckily, before she could collapse on the floor, a strong pair of hands saved her by catching her under her arms. Instead of laying flat on her back on the floor, Mithra’s body was now propped up by her heels and her rescuer. 

Mithra opened her eyes and looked up to see her silver-haired lover who currently sported the most smug face she’d ever seen. To add to her embarrassment, the only thing covering him was a white towel wrapped securely around his hips. She could feel the heat rising in her face as she gained her footing and looked away. Sephiroth stepped in front of her, smiling at how cute she looked. She looked up and was met face to face with a broad, naked chest, which she could not take her eyes off of. She was snapped out of her trance when she felt his velvety lips press against her forehead.

“Sephy! Why are you walking around and leaving puddles everywhere?” she cried. “Go dry yourself off and put on some clothes while I clean up the mess you made!”

“You know, I could use my towel to wipe the floor...”

“No!” Mithra practically shoved him back into the shower room and went to mop up the puddles, all while fighting the urge to peek in on him getting dressed.

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After she had wrung out her mop and left it out to dry, Mithra headed back to her bedroom and sat on her side of the bed. She laid back against the pillows as she doodled on her tablet with her prized stylus. Drawing proved itself to be a favorite pastime of hers. It helped her relax and unwind in between missions and long training sessions with Angeal. She had drawn portraits for all her friends, which they appreciated immensely. 

Mithra was currently working on yet another sketch of Sephiroth. She knew that she was falling for him when she found herself drawing him over and over, constantly trying to get more and more accurate with her portrayal of the famous SOLDIER. Having spent plenty of time with him lately, she basically had his entire face memorized.

The bathroom door opened, and Mithra turned her head to see Sephiroth standing there. His hair still laid flat on his head with dampness, and he had slipped on a pair of black sweatpants, leaving his bare chest exposed. Mithra could not help but crack a small smile at him. He came over to sit next to her, peering at her tablet and the drawing she worked on.

“Drawing me again, aren’t you?” He asked teasingly. He looked more closely at Mithra’s work, his eyes sparkling.

“I’ll probably be drawing you a lot more, my dear,” Mithra responded, looking up at him and getting lost in his minty-green eyes. She noticed that his usual slit pupils had dilated slightly, now resembling ellipses. Before he had confessed his feelings towards her, Mithra had rarely seen him look at anything with the amount of love and adoration he currently exhibited. He was always so serious and dedicated to his work. He chuckled in response to her statement. 

“If you ever want me to model for you, I’d be honored.”

“Remind me to bring my pen and tablet when we go to Costa Del Sol,” she laughed, placing her items down and scooting herself in between his legs with her back resting on his chest. Sephiroth wrapped his arms around her in a tight embrace, burying his face in her hair. He then leaned back against the headboard and began to mindlessly fiddle with Mithra’s short brown locks, a stark contrast to his long silver mane. 

As she shifted her head, he noticed something peculiar under her hair right behind her right ear. He pushed the hair aside to reveal a long, raised scar that marred her skin from right behind the tip of her ear to about halfway down her neck. He could not stop staring at it as his finger went to trace along it, causing Mithra to cease her movements.

“How did you get this scar?” He asked curiously. Mithra did not respond, as thoughts of how she’d explain its story swam in her head. Even though it had been so many years since that event, the memory was still fresh in her mind. It was one of the things that made her hate her life in the slums, and how glad she was to have been able to find a new life at Shinra. 

“Mithra?” She turned slightly so she could look at Sephiroth from the corner of her eye, and her scar was still fully visible to him. 

“I got it when I was sixteen. I was in the slums and I was leaving a bar because I had to return a stolen item to a client,” she explained. Sephiroth only stared at the mutilated skin, running his thumb along the length of the healed scar. “I was just outside the entrance when a man reeking of booze grabbed my arm and told me I looked pretty. He asked me if I was interested in having some fun with him; he was obviously trying to get me to sleep with him. I refused and tried to pull away, and he eventually got so mad that he slammed his half-empty bottle into my head. He aimed for the right side of my face, but I was quick, so it ended up hitting me behind the ear.” Her hand came up to meet his. “It still hurt like a bitch though. If I didn’t jerk my head I probably would’ve gotten glass in my eye and gone blind on that side.”

Sephiroth only looked at her in horror. How could someone do that, and to a sixteen year old no less? He concealed the anger and hatred he felt towards that man; Mithra was most likely safe from him for good now, but that wouldn’t stop Sephiroth from killing the offender if he dared to show his face. By now, Mithra had turned around to face him, her hands on his shoulders.

“I know what you’re thinking. I give you full permission to impale him with Masamune if you see him. I still vaguely remember what he looks like.” She paused to reach behind her ear and touch her scar. 

“Experiences like that one are what taught me all the skills I’ve needed to survive. After I staggered from the pain, I ran for my life. It wasn’t until a year later that I had the courage to leave when I knew that I had had enough,” she sighed, looking down. “I had to hide from several people who were angered by my refusal to submit to them. That’s how I became so good at staying in the shadows and being undetectable. Well, my job as a thief helped me also.”

By now, she felt like she had said too much. Mithra hung her head, afraid to see her lover’s facial expression. His hand came under her chin and gently forced her to look at him, just like how it did when he kissed her a week ago. She stared into his eyes and swallowed thickly.

“Mithra,” he began, “I am so sorry that you had to experience that. I did not know that your skills were the results of such traumatic events.” He pulled her in for a tight hug, her head buried in his neck and his hand stroking her hair. 

“You are such a strong person. I have seen the compassion you exhibit and the hard work you put into everything you do. You have overcome so much adversity, yet you still have a kind heart.” He pulled away slightly to caress her cheek, looking into her eyes yet again.

“I love you so much, Mithra, and I promise that I will do everything within my ability to protect you. If anyone tries to hurt you, they will have to go through me first.” By now, Mithra was blinking back tears of love and adoration. She slammed her lips against his in a long, passionate kiss, her arms wrapped around his neck and his arms around her waist. She knew he was the one for her, and he knew it too. They separated for air, resting their foreheads together. 

“Sephy, you were the first man to catch my eye and the first man I fell in love with. I will always be by your side,” she said, her voice full of raw emotions. By now, there was an evident sleepiness in her voice, and, despite trying her best to look at him, her eyes were drooping. Sephiroth chuckled and kissed her nose in thanks.

“Someone is falling asleep. Why don’t we call it a night?” Mithra nodded eagerly, turning off the lamps. Sephiroth laid on his back, extending an arm to her. She happily nestled against him, her head on his bare chest. She could hear the calming rhythm of his heart beating. His arm came to wrap around her waist, and she tangled her legs with his. Peaceful slumber overcame her almost immediately, and her mouth was frozen in a small smile.

“Good night, my love,” he whispered, kissing the top of her head. He soon drifted off as well, looking forward to what the future held for the both of them.