Summary: Canada would do anything for just a little attention – so when Russia proposes a union between the Arctic countries, Canada is quick to agree. But between Russia's 'cold' demeanor, Canada's angsty past, and a whole host of issues with their friends and family, the two find their new union much more complicated than it has to be...

Disclaimer: No, I do not own them.

A/N: First Hetalia fanfic. I discovered this anime like 5 days ago, and it's f-ing awesome. Forgive cultural mistakes please? And enjoy!

Chapter One: In Which Canada Feels Lonely and Considers Normally Outlandish Ideas

"I want to start a new country."

The G8 meeting had been chaotic up until a second before Russia had opened his mouth. America was pissed off about a new regulation on Fast Food and taking it out on England, England was trying to restrain himself from starting nuclear war, Italy was whining about his shoelaces, Germany was in a heated argument with France over authority on the Rhine River (whilst tying Italy's shoes), and Japan, who had been calmly eating rice, was bumped into by France and consequently, rice was spilled all over the floor. Canada was the only one who hadn't yet spoken.

Then, the room fell silent. Even America seemed speechless.

"Well? It's a great idea, da?"

"Uhm, excuse me, you can't just go around starting new countries, you Commie bastard!" America finally yelled.

"If the areas in question bow to mother Russia and become one with me, then indeed I can," Russia replied serenely. "See, I am thinking to create a country called the United Sovereignties of the Arctic Ocean – or, the Arcta-buddies, for short. I would like for Alaska, Iceland, Greenland, Norway, and Canada to become one with me! It is time for the Arctic to have a strong significance in World politics."

"Alaska isn't going anywhere!" America yelled angrily, jumping to his feet. "And neither are Iceland, Greenland, and Norway! There is no way the Arctic countries would want to become one with you, you big Stalinist."

Canada, for one, was miffed at not having been included in America's list of Arctic countries. "And me, too!" he yelled. Well, in his mind, he yelled. In reality, it was a soft murmur.

"These countries would all benefit greatly from becoming part of me," Russia said kindly. "Including Matvey here, who I know tires of his Arctic region being, well… forgotten."

There was a sudden murmuring in the group. "Canada wants to become a part of Russia?" "Will he really do it?" "How could he consider this idea?" "Canada's name is Matvey? Thought it was Martin…" "Canada is in the Arctic?" "I really need a fucking hamburger!"

"Well? You will become one with me, da?"

Canada was mortified. Although he appreciated all the moments in which he wasn't forgotten, being put on the spot was still a terrifying experience. "U-uh, well, Russia, see, I need to think about this… consult my b-boss…"

"He'll be consulting with no one! His answer is no!" America said, bringing his fist down on the tabletop. "And I know that England and France will be with me on nuking your Communist ass if you even consider stealing my brother and ingraining him in your creepy, Communist ways."

"Excuse me," Canada interjected. "You can't make my decisions for me, Alfred."

America ignored him. "I don't want to start World War III, but I'll do it if you even hint at expanding, you got that Russia?"

"I do believe that if Matvey and I are to become one, you will not want to nuke me, for you know that it will affect him as well. The pains of a state will affect us both. However, I will not force any expansion – merely suggest, for I know that we in the Arctic region sometimes can feel… forgotten."

Canada knew that one for sure.

"That said, Amerika, you cannot stop countries from freely forming alliances and new countries for mutual benefit. You will only show yourself as a hypocrite, a pseudo-Capitalist who doesn't believe in true freedom. Though, if you want to appear idiotic and hypocritical to the rest of the world while losing all legitimacy you may ever possibly possess, nuke the shit out of me, da?"

America had nothing to say to this logic, so he sat down grumbling.

"As for you, dear Matvey, I will give you 72 hours to think over the matter. I do hope the other countries will also become one with us, so that we may make our presence known and remembered throughout the world."

Canada looked into Russia's chilly eyes, wondering if Russia knew just how much his words spoke to the often forgotten blonde. Canada then looked away quickly, feeling nervous, but suddenly, Canada could think of nothing more perfect than starting an intimate alliance with the largest country on Earth.

Even if the rest of the world forgets about me, Russia would never be able to…

And though the meeting devolved into chaos after that, Canada was locked away in his mind, wondering if maybe this idea wasn't such a terrible one after all.

"We're not going to do it!"

Canada had called a congregation of Norway, Iceland, and Greenland to discuss the possibility of the USAO. "But why not?"

"Do you seriously want to become Communist?" Norway asked.

"You know Russia is a Republic, with a Prime Minister and a President-"

"We'd lose so much freedom," Iceland responded, completely glossing over Canada's response. "I'm already small enough as it is – why would I want to become nothing? You know Russia would take us all over and just become massive while we'd die because everyone would forget we existed."

"Not if we stand up to him from the beginning! It might even bring down Russia's arrogance if he has to cooperate with us."

"Speak for yourself," said Greenland. "None of us have any power to do that. Do you?"

"Yeah! I've got one of the fastest growing populations in the world, patriotic citizens, the highest life expectancy in the world, and I provide uranium to America for his nukes, meaning he owes me big, even if he wasn't already my ally.(1) I played an integral part in World War II, and I have the backing of three major nuclear powers – America, Britain, and France. Plus, I'm close to Russia's sister." Canada was happy to have made this speech, since he had wanted to tell someone his true power for a long time, even though no one really noticed it.

"Russia could nuke us in our sleep and take us over." It was as if Iceland hadn't even heard any of what Canada had just said.

"He'd never do it because America would stop at nothing to avenge me." Canada honestly wasn't certain of this himself, but he figured, them being brothers and all, that America cared about him enough.

"I'm not joining," said Norway. "I don't care what you say, I'm not doing it."

"Nor I," said Iceland.

"Definitely not!" said Greenland.

And as they walked out of the door, Canada sighed.

Ivan Braginski, sipping lightly on a glass of vodka, heard the ring of a telephone. He almost called out to Lithuania to answer it, before he remembered that Lithuania no longer lived with him.

"как грустно (2)," Russia said while standing to go answer his phone. "Allo?"

"H-hello…"

Russia checked his watch. It had been 70 hours since the G8 meeting – Canada was cutting it close. "Hello dear Matvey. How may I help?"

"I'd like to get together to discuss your idea of an Arctic arrangement."

TBC…

1: http : / forums . canadiancontent . net/ canadian-culture/ 33293-things- make- canada -great. html

-I found that and stole a few facts off of it for that section. Check it out, it's cool. (and take out my copious spaces)

2: How sad

So, I must apologize for any cultural wrongness. I'm not Russian, and I used Google translator, haha. Also, I will be looking up things like traditional Russian phone greetings (apparently they say Allo) and other things so that I get stuff generally right, but if you're Russian and would like to coach me on your culture, feel free, since Google will be my coach otherwise :)