Cloud could sympathize with Chiaki's fatigue if she chose to voice it. It always seemed like there was never enough time in this world to do what needed to be done, especially with all the interruptions and perils that kept coming at them. But like her he was also brimming with excitement for this trip. Maybe now they'd finally get something beyond the rumors and puzzles and riddles they'd been given. At least it felt like they were moving in the right direction. He shot her a confident nod before dismounting Zack and giving his neck a fond pat.

"Best you stay out here buddy. If something goes wrong it'll be up to you to let everyone know."

'Kweeeeeh~'

Cloud is favoring the modified ShinRa uniform that Levy gave him over any bulkier plate armor. Not the best defense in his collection, but just in case they run into someone capable of locking their powers he wanted to be ready. Besides, he trusted his sword and shield and he trusted his allies. They'd be fine.

"Disc 3 huh? So stuff we're doing to prepare for the end? Sounds right." Even with Cloud's limited exposure to video games back home, Chiaki's metaphors were usually still beyond him but he could get the feeling behind them. In any case, he trusted her judgement in this. Hefting his shield he took a few long steps to move more to the front of the group.

"Let's do this."