made the first move: in a playful way their chemistry has always been a push and pull , and the first move that initiated how they felt was naught more than a teasing game . aerith enjoyed making things a bet / game / or an i.o.u in exchange for services she wasn’t exactly going to pay him in gil for . there was the first date for example .
the first kiss however , is still at debate . aerith certainly thinks she made the first move , but cloud’s opinion differs on how that event went .
the big spoon: these roles are often interchangeable , as aerith prefers laying / sleeping on her back or her stomach . she will more frequently choose to sleep on her stomach and lay or sprawl a portion of herself atop cloud . usually she’s laying on his chest , finding his heartbeat soothing and something to help lull her to sleep .
the little spoon: it might not be often , but cloud will tend to lay across aerith’s stomach or lap . when she occasionally ends up on her back , cloud prefers these areas . he has learned through experience that laying on her this way , aerith will tiredly play with his hair until he or either of them fall asleep .
the cuddler: this was a feet for both of them , as neither of them are particularly cuddlers , or rather there hasn’t been the right person . cloud is certainly more touched starved than aerith , so when the experience happened for the first time , the comfort she provided & the warmth of her closeness has been a craving ever since .
cries during movies: due to the traumatic events they have been through , cloud & aerith lean more toward comedy movies ( though they might not be cloud’s preferred genre ) , they enjoy smiling and laughing together for movie night . action movies tend to be a close second .
more affectionate: this at times may often reflect on their mood , but for the most part they share being equally affectionate with one another . it may be initiated at first by aerith on some occasions , but once he is awakened to it , cloud will reciprocate .
their favorite non-sexual activity: games , whether they be gold saucer games / arcade / phone app games / or console , just playing games together in general . ( look , i just love the idea they are a cute gamer couple ) . sometimes it’s a competition to see who can demolish the other in top score & one of them bragging about it to the other until it just goes back and forth .
more nervous to meet the parents: the first time had been a little awkward , sure . after making a deal he wouldn’t show up again , but actually showing up again , kinda set in those nerve vibes . elmyra is a bit stern , though caring and protective of aerith . there are certainly a mixure of feelings when it comes to having face elmyra , but cloud tries his best to work on a more comfortable relationship with elmyra .
more protective/jealous: they both have their reasons and for the most part , they are equally protective though cloud maybe more outwardly convincing . there is no doubt cloud is protective of aerith , wanting to ensure her safety and help shield her from shinra . aerith is aware cloud is not well and this instills a lot of concern . she wants to help him , in whatever way she can whilst also try and protect him from the grip sephiroth has on him .
sneaks into the shower with the other in the mornings: since aerith is not a morning person , and only makes special occasions for early wake up , she doesn’t join cloud in his morning routines . though , it does not stop the sneaking back into bed , if cloud is feeling brave enough to wake aerith with some not so subtly cuddling ( his damp hair usually earning him a half awake glare when it drips on her ) .
initiates sexy times the most: aerith tends to be one who initiates often , though the roles are exchanged here and there . though aerith may be more forward , she is mostly subtle , in a way that coaxes cloud out of his shell to take initiative . there are times where they mutually express their desire to be intimate together .
fuck or make love: it’s love & it is very soft . they are very caring and gentle with each other , it is always about comfort & expressing how much the other means to them . providing each other with the love , attention and appreciation they crave .
behind the wheel more often during road trips: cloud , he is typically the pilot no matter their mode of transportation . though , trips by chocobo are usually best for both of them , due to cloud’s motion sickness & aerith’s inability to operate most vehicles .
gives the silent treatment when they’re mad at each other: both of them are very good with giving silent treatment . if they’re both mad at each other at the same time , it’s doubly quiet . the good thing , is they’re rarely this upset at each other and often talk out their problem or issue if able . otherwise , cloud may tend to cave in when aerith is offering the silent treatment ( it would mean she is genuinely upset about something , since it is not oft’ her behavior ) .
reaches for the other’s hand first: it is a subconscious action for either of them most of the time . it is a reassurance that one of them is close by and safe , a gesture that offers them the security the other is soundly near .
whispers inappropriate things in the other’s ear at inappropriate times: she is a terrible tease , aerith purposely picks the worst moments to whisper things into cloud’s ear . this often results in the bashful glow ‘pon his face .
comes up with cheesy pick-up lines: aerith tends to come up with terrible ones ( on purpose ) & oft’ a play on his name . there have even been times aerith has successfully coaxed cloud into saying one or two cheesy lines as well . they share a good chuckle together over those silly moments .