Soft of heart she may be. But Aerith was also one who could make hard choices. Like giving up on years of running to protect the life of a little girl.

"I'm not so sure about that..." Aerith stretched out her hands to the fire, warming them nicely. "I'm not sure why you behaved that way towards me... I'd like to be given the chance to change your mind about me." she cast a look his way, a small smile curving her lips. "I'm not nearly as weak as you think I am. Just because I'm a woman, you should never underestimate us. I'm sure your enemy turned friend would agree with me. Wouldn't she?"