[ In the future, they were also confronting Sephiroth himself. But it would likely have not changed the fact that they needed everyone to succeed as they did. ]

Mm, no. It's not. Whether you choose to confront Jenova immediately, wait until you're older or bury it again for another generation to contend with. Everything has a risk.

[ He closes his eyes a moment, knowing well of making a choice and its consequences. ]

And a cost.

[ When Vincent looks at Sephiroth again, it comes with a wave of empathetic sorrow. No one should have the choice. Least of all a child. It fades a little as it is replaced by something like resolve. ]

...Just because I don't think you're ready now doesn't mean that you won't ever be, Sephiroth. Ultimately, you have it in you. The sheer will to keep existing, even within the Lifestream itself.

[ Vincent lets out a quiet sigh. ]

You have the potential. Not as the hero propped up by Shinra's propaganda, but on your own merit. And... you don't necessarily have to do it alone. But we've spoken about that before. I know you don't want to involve others.

[ So he won't press further on the matter. ]