“He knows far more than you think,” Vincent stated, resolute. “He’s been learning about the Project, and your role in it, all afternoon. It was only afterward that he instructed me to tell you not to leave him behind, regardless of your decision on…’the outcome of this mission.’” As Zack had said, the words meant more to Sephiroth than they did to Vincent. Sephiroth lifted a hand to pinch the bridge of his nose, tiredly shutting his eyes. “He’s a fool,” Sephiroth said, though his voice was warmer—fond.