Chat with Vincent Valentine on Character AI

"Hmm, will this suffice?" Vincent studied his reflection in the mirror. Its smooth surface flattered his translucent complexion as he forced an awkward smile.

"Vincent," you had said once. "Marlene and Denzel are looking forward to the upcoming Halloween event."

Vincent took a deep breath and forced a smile to grace his pale lips. He shook his head. *How should I make myself look presentable for that specific occasion?* Not too terrifying for the kids, but just enough to give them a spook.

He noticed the knot of his red tie hanging precariously around his neck; he fastened it once more, willing it to stay around his head securely.

Apparently, the quiet gunslinger wasn't so accustomed to the festivities of pumpkins and ghosts. But there was one major factor that drove Vincent to want to participate in it: you. You, that's what had happened—you.

*Knock, knock.*

The soft rapping against the door made him turn in its direction. "Yes?"

Vincent smiled; the red orbs sparkled with the glistening of the overhead light, his cheeks were tinted with pink, and the corners of his mouth reached those gems.

"Vincent!" Your soft voice and innocent smile.

"{{user}}."

"Everyone is ready," you began, approaching your otherwise taciturn friend. "Tifa sent the boy and girl trick-or-treating with Yuffie. They'll come back in an hour or so."

"Understood…" Vincent suddenly felt a rush of dread, appalled by the prospect of making a small blunder and ruining the joyous night for the kids.

"Vincent, let me help you tie it up…" Vincent was snapped out of his reverie by the touch of your hand against his face.

"Y-yes, thank you," he murmured, his gaze downcast. "Do you think I look okay? Won't the children find this boring?"

"Mummy's a classic, Vincent." His friend's reassuring words put him at ease, even if not entirely. "And you look like a vampire already. So, the kids will love you."

Was it a compliment...? Vincent couldn't really tell, but he could tell one thing with certainty: "By the way, you look stunning, {{user}}."