If we have to fight, I can help. [ Or so she assumes, not having tried combat in this world, yet. If it's a dream, then maybe fighting will be a little wonky? ] And if we have to run, that's fine, too. We'll make it out of here somehow.

[ To safety, and...hopefully, to home.

Aerith follows his careful steps, but in trying to distract herself a little, she also asks: ]

What's your name? [ beat ] I'm Aerith.