Title: Do you wanna play?
Disclaimer: I own nothing.
Author: Natasha Calli
Summary: What was a simple game of paintball soon blew out of proportions when it became Cold War 2.0 Paintball style. In all honesty, Amelia just wanted was to play but everything got out of hand when Russia decided to join. RussiaxFem!America.
Author's note: To be honest I wrote this story so that I could get it out of my head. I'm in my last year in law school but I can't seem to concentrate on reviewing because this keeps running through my head so for the sake of my review to pass the Bar. I am writing this for my own sanity. Sorry for the typographical errors. I didn't have the time to proof-read. So I'm apologizing in advance.
One Shot Fic Part 1:
Looking back, the nations surmised that the event that would later be known as the Cold War 2.0 would have never happened if America did not come up and ask Russia to play.
It all started on a typical Monday morning in Sydney, Australia. Such a beautiful and sunny day in summer that would make anyone go out and enjoy the sun. Too bad all the nations of the world were stuck inside the conference hall holding yet another world meeting to talk about the world's conflicts, disputes and latest issues and how to resolve it.
America sighed looking again at the window. She would have understood and accepted her duty as the world's superpower if they really did accomplish something. Looking across the room, England was fighting once again with France until finally Germany stood up and reprimanded the two countries for their petty squabble.
The meeting once again proceeded to the next presentation and the next issue while America tried the focus on what was going on. It was her adoptive-brother Australia who noticed how bored she was and right after the meeting, he came by to ask her if she cared for a game of paintball.
Since the meeting would be a three-day conference, it would be a waste if they wouldn't catch up and hang-out with her brothers. Thus, America happily agreed. She thought that it would also be a shame if she didn't invite some of the countries to play so she asked Australia if she could invite other nations to join them.
Australia didn't really see anything wrong with such a proposal immediately agreed. What was supposed to be a friendly game blew to epic proportions when Russia decided to join.
Amelia in all honesty didn't really want to invite Russia but since her boss asked her to befriend Russia, she had no choice but to try to maintain friendly relations.
It was during lunch break at a nearby café when America came by to his table to speak with Russia. She looked around and there were other nations eating inside the little shop.
"Hey, big guy!" She sat on the vacant seat beside him. "Some of us are going to play a game of paintball. Do you wanna to play?" Amelia gave her best American smile.
Russia merely looked at America. Unbeknownst to her, Russia was having a very bad day because he got another tongue lashing from his boss that caused him to miss his flight which in turn made him late for the world meeting and to top it all off Belarus kept harassing him once again to marry her. Thus, he could care less of any pleasantries with the annoying and boisterous nation and just wanted to be left alone. So he quickly gave her an answer.
"No, thank you. If you think that you would make me go out in this stifling heat to play your childish game, Amerika? You have another thing coming." He then stood up and walked away.
America in the goodness of her heart would have let the matter go if she was not embarrassed because she asked him in public. "Oh I'm sorry. I just trying to be friendly but you didn't need to get your panties in a twist?" She called out to him.
The once noisy café soon became silent as she stood up when Russia turned and faced her. "Careful, Amerika, just because I refuse to play your silly game doesn't mean I do not have the capacity to beat you. We both know I am stronger than you."
"Is that right?"
"Anyone can play this simple game. A fitting game for such a simple-minded organism such as yourself, da?" replied Russia with a grin.
A dark aura surrounded her. Normally, Amelia had more patience towards her on again off again ally. She would have let the insult slide if he didn't ruffle her feathers. "Are you challenging me to a paintball game then?"
"Da."
America gave Russia a smirk. Hooked, lined and sinker.
"You're on. An hour after the world meeting. Bring your allies and I'll bring mine. Let's settle the cold war like it was supposed to."
"Gladly," Russia grinned before leaving the café.
And so the public challenge spread like wildfire amongst the nations. When England heard what happened he immediately confronted his former colony during the conference meeting.
"Are you bloody out of your mind?" screamed England. "You challenge Russia to a bloody paintball game?"
"Technically, it was him who asked me, Iggy?"
"That's not the point and don't call me Iggy! Do you know the consequence of your actions? I did not raise you to start bloody wars! Where did I go wrong with you?"
Amelia was about to reply when Finland came to her defense. "Now, now, England. Don't you think you are overly analyzing this? It's just a friendly game. Think of it as this way, it's a way for Russia and America to finally settle their differences."
England who was still angry at America did not want to be chastised by another nation turned his anger at poor Finland. "Thank you for your enlightening advice but could you mind your bloody business? This is between my sister and I so butt out, Finland."
Mortified, Finland retorted, "Oh I'm sorry but since you are reprimanding my daughter, I think I have every right to meddle in her affairs."
"Your daughter? I was the one that raised her?" answered England.
"Yes but I found her and even though I gave up raising her doesn't mean I lost my right to care for her."
The conversation between the two allies so became a screaming match that made France and Sweden to intervene, "Now, now! Mon ami let's settle down and try to resolve this matter like civilized human beings, shall we?"
England turned to France, "Butt out, frog!"
Finland on the other hand agreed. "France is correct."
"I am?"
"Kyllä. There is no need to remember past hurts. I am not trying to start a fight with you, Arthur. I am looking after what is best for Amelia and I stand by her that this is a way to bury the hatchet between them."
"You are bloody out of your mind," exclaimed England. "We are talking about Russia here? The man is a sociopath; a man child incapable of feeling the hurts of others. He would kill Amelia if he had the chance."
"Are you saying she has no chance of winning against him?"
"Well, yes!"
"Wow, thank you for the bode of confidence, Iggy and unless all of you forgot I am right here, dudes!" retorted Amelia.
"We know you are, mon cherie," pacified France. "But we are looking out what is best for you, ma petit. Russia is not a man to be trifled with."
"France is right, Amelia. You are making a big mistake. There's still time, apologize to Russia. Say it was just a joke and we'll forget this ever happened."
Amelia frowned. "No, Iggy! This has been a long time coming. I tried to be a sport. I tried to extend my hand of friendship but what did I get? I got chewed up for trying. No. This ends now whether you're with me or against me."
"Fine!" Arthur exclaimed. "You want to get your arse kicked? Be that way! Don't come running to me if Russia destroys you!" With that he walked away.
And so after another spectacle the lines were drawn in the proverbial sands. When Japan heard that Russia challenged America, he immediately gave his support to her cause. North Italy who was with Japan at that time did not know what happened blindly followed him and openly supported her as well.
With North Italy siding with America, South Italy also joined his brother against Russia. The filial devotion was strong between them regardless of how many times they did not get along. Seborga also followed his two older brothers. And with Romano following Feliciano; Spain, Belgium and later on Portugal sided with America as well.
With Japan joining America, Taiwan followed suit. South Korea who often disagreed with Japan but openly supported America declared his support to the relief of China but to the chagrin of Hong Kong and North Korea. It was no surprise that China gave his support to Russia in his endeavor against the "capitalist pig".
Canada who was between the crossroads would have decided to be neutral just like Switzerland and Liechtenstein if he had not found out that England as well as France in a surprise twist of events declared for Russia. This hurt America so much that Canada chose to declare his support to his sister. Monaco also decided to join her big brother, France even though Russia scared her and had friendly relations with Seychelles.
When the news reached Finland and Sweden, they openly declared for America as a silent protest to England and France's betrayal. It was also a way to show their support for the child they gave up that they were still there for her.
Prussia who loved war games joined America's side. When Austria heard the news, he declared his support to Russia. This, in turn, made Hungary declare for the latter. Much to the disappointment of Amelia, she thought they were friends. Austria later on badgered Germany into joining their side. Ludwig reluctantly agreed much to the grimace of Feliciano but to the glee of his brother Romano.
When Netherland found out that his sister declared for America to be with Spain, he gave his support to Russia with no hesitation. He only asked one request of him if the rumors were correct. He wanted to have a little one on one with Spain so that he could finally resolve his own pent up anger at his foster brother and beloved sister.
Lithuania who was sitting beside America declared his support for her but he was saddened when he heard that his friends, Estonia and Latvia declared to join Russia. He wasn't on the other hand surprised when Belarus and Ukraine declared for their brother. Sweet Poland also decided to join the game just so that he could be closer to Lithuania gave his support to Amelia.
Denmark who had friendlier relations with America also supported her but Norway and Iceland decided to take Russia on his offer (more like a threat).
When Greece heard that Turkey followed his ally Austria to join Russia's team, he immediately gave his services to America just to spite him.
Australia and New Zealand decided to join their adoptive siblings in their so called fight against their adoptive older brother, England. Both disapproved at England's actions. Family members fight all the time, its normal but that doesn't mean you can side with your brother/sister's enemy.
There were other countries such as Seychelles, India, Singapore, Israel, Cyprus, Equador, Philippines and Cameroon that decided to join Amelia with her fight against the commie bastard.
But there were also others like Egypt, Macau, Thailand, Czech Republic and Croatia who joined Russia for one reason or another. Some like Cuba and Vietnam chose Russia because they were still wary and angry at America. Mexico was still having border disputes with her. Romania sided with his friend, England while Bulgaria sided with team Russia just so he could have a chance to bully North Italy again like the old days.
All the other nations who were too old or too young preferred to become spectators instead. The older ones wanted to see the younger nations make a fool of themselves. All their actions were going to be recorded so that the players could also watch the game afterwards.
As usual Switzerland and Liechtenstein refused to join and remained neutral stating they would rather prefer to be referees than fighters. It was also a way to insure the removal of cheating. Switzerland gave the rules of the game.
The objective of the game was simple either eliminate every single member of the other team, make them surrender or to make their way into the opposing team's territory, grab the flag and return with it to their own territory without being shot.
The commanders America and Russia decided that for the hit to be legal the paintball must break and leave a mark the size of a coin or larger. The hit could be in part of the body. Eliminated players are expected to leave the field of play. 'Zombies' were strictly prohibited.
It was simple but the natural environment where the game was held was larger. There were so many places to hide and both teams were allowed to use any authorized weaponry such as paint grenades, paint mines and paintball bazooka. It was a no holds barred fight that made Russia itched to use all those weapons against America. Russia happily grinned at her.
America took blue while Russia took the red. Later on, Russia declared them as the new Red Army. Amelia frowned. As if she would be jealous at that. She would never forget the atrocities the Red Army did to the German women. She looked at Germany. If he was angry or irritated he did not show it but it can be seen that his hand would clench into fists at such a reminder.
On the day of the paintball battle, all hell broke loose. Just as Switzerland declared the start of the game, both France and Mexico were shot right on the head by unknown snipers. The members were shocked at the sudden attack.
Russia looked at America who was not wearing her protective mask nor was she holding any weapon. If Russia would have a chance he would have shot her right between her eyes but she was too far from range.
As if sensing him, she turned at his direction and openly smiled and even blew him a kiss before finally wearing her mask. That's right, Amelia smirked even before the game started every nation was already given a designated target.
Let the game begin…
To be continued.
