Iceland was pissed. Why? Well, he wasn't having the best Christmas. His brother had left him to go see that
stupid Dane, leaving him alone at the house. 'I'll be back as soon as I can', my arse. Iceland took a bitter sip of
his hot chocolate and slammed it on Norway's glass coffee table. He didn't care if it cracked, even if he doubted it
did with his nonexistent strength. He's been gone for an hour! He could have at least invited me to go with
him... Iceland shook his head. The last person he wanted to see was that idiotic Denmark. But now there was
nobody to hang out with. He couldn't help if he wasn't the most social nation out there. He had plenty of
reasons for that. He was basically out in the middle of the sea, away from Europe. It was troublesome to travel
to his place, especially since it was cold all the time in northern Europe. Another thing was his name. Iceland.
Who would want to go somewhere full of ice? Even if it wasn't true he rarely got any tourists. It was
troublesome financially sometimes. Another thing was his personality. He was cold to others and shut people
away, just like his brother. He never smiled or was cheerful like Finland or made jokes like Denmark (even if they
were terrible). My only friends are the Nordics, really...
He stared at his cold hot chocolate as he thought deeply. Well maybe I could call Hong Kong... As soon as the
thought came into his head he shook his head. He didn't want to seem needy or lonely to him. Even if he
secretly did want him to come...He grabbed the controller set on the corner of the coffee table and turned on the
television set above the fireplace. Immediately the image of a kid sledding down the stairs of his home with a
sled appeared on the screen. Iceland rolled his eyes. It was one of those idiotic American Christmas movies they
showed 24/7 in the holidays. About a half hour had passed when the doorbell finally rung. Iceland sighed and
turned off the television as he stood up and walked to the door, a lecture on the tip of his tongue.
"Do you know how long you left-"
The person standing in front of him was not Norway, it was...
"Hong Kong!" The nation's cheeks were rosy from the cold, and he was panting, as if he ran all the way there.
"What are you doing here? You look like a mess!" Hong Kong gave a small chuckle.
"Is it wrong to wish my friend a merry Christmas?" Iceland blushed, reminded of how he wanted to call him but
was too embarrassed. "Anyways, I came all the way from China's house. All of my relatives were so loud and
annoying, so I wanted to see you. I went to your house, but you weren't there, so I assumed you were here."
Iceland was silent, feeling surprised, honored, embarrassed, nervous, elated, and relieved at the same time. He
noticed Hong Kong holding a wrapped gift under his arm. "What's that?"
Hong Kong looked to the wrapped box. "Oh this? It's your present. I want to give it to you."
Iceland felt heat rise to his face. "P-present? B-but I..." Iceland sputtered.
"Can I come in? It's cold out here." Hong Kong interrupted.
"Sure..." Iceland mumbled, stepping out of the way so Hong Kong could come in.
"Thanks." he said as he took off his boots and placed them by the door, and then hanging his coat and scarf on
the coat rack. "Where's your brother?" he asked.
Iceland suddenly felt angry again. "He left to be with Denmark."
Hong Kong immediately sensed the atmosphere but didn't say anything. Instead he changed the subject. "Want
to watch some Christmas movies?"
"Yeah..." Iceland wanted to ask about the present, but he didn't want to seem persistent, so he let it go. But he
did feel rather guilty since he didn't have a present to give him. They walked to the couch together and Iceland
turned on the television again, and they started to watch a Christmas movie. It was a bit awkward at first, but
Iceland quickly got used to Hong Kong's presence and he was actually having a fun time. Even after the movie
they kept talking.
"And then what did he do?" Iceland asked, his eyes widened and eyebrows raised with curiosity.
"Well, he started to stumble all over the place, inspecting each panda he had and was screaming, 'Where are you
Russia?! I know you are here aru!'"
Iceland laughed, not only at the crazy story but how Hong Kong could tell it with a perfectly straight face.
"I wanted to give you your present." Hong Kong said.
Iceland blanched. He forgot all about it. "But...I don't have a present for you. I would feel guilty if I didn't
give anything to you in return."
Hong Kong shook his head, bending over to get the gift he left on the ground. "Nonsense. It isn't a problem at
all." he handed the present to Iceland. "Besides, I went through all of this to come here, you might as well
accept it."
Iceland sighed, looking at the wrapped box in his hands. The wrapping was red decorated with tiny pandas.
"Fine..." Iceland felt slightly nervous and very excited (although he tried to hide it) as he opened his gift. When
the wrapping was off there was now a plain white box. He slowly lifted the top of the box and he was stunned
when he saw what was actually in it.
"A stuffed...puffin." Iceland said quietly.
"...Do you like it?" Hong Kong asked after a moment of silence. Iceland didn't answer, he just stared at the puffin
in his hands. His lavender eyes were wide and were a mix of shock and affection. His cheeks were tinted with a
pink blush and his mouth was agape. Hong Kong smiled to himself in satisfaction. He liked it.
"Iceland? Hello?" he asked, waving his hand in the nation's face. Iceland still sat there, undisturbed by his
distracting gesture. Hong Kong chuckled. He's so cute. Finally Iceland abruptly looked up, hugging the puffin to
his chest. His eyes were hesitant and his mouth was open, as if he wanted to say something but didn't know
how to say it. "I...love it...Thank you." Iceland said, his cheeks now a deep crimson. Hong Kong gave a small
smile. "I'm glad you like it so much."
Iceland looked away, guilt evident in his eyes. "But you gave me something so valuable and I didn't give you
anything. I don't think I can accept this..." Hong Kong almost laughed out loud at the sound of hesitation in his
voice.
"No it's fine, really. But..." Hong Kong smirked. "There is one way you can pay me back."
Iceland had a bad feeling about this. "What...?"
"Kiss me."
Iceland's face turned multiple shades of red and he stuttered before finally spitting out, "W-what?! Kiss?! Are
you serious?!"
Hong Kong looked completely unbothered, which pissed off Iceland. "Yup."
Iceland crossed his arms. "No!"
Hong Kong sighed. "Fine." It was worth a try. But still... He looked at Iceland's angry expression. He's adorable
when he's flustered.
A knock on the door made Iceland and Hong Kong jump. "I'll get it." Iceland said, standing up and hastily
walking to the door.
"HEY WHAT'S UP ICE? Missed me?" the sound of Denmark's boisterous voice made Hong Kong flinch.
"No, not really." Iceland responded coldly.
"Is someone else here?" Norway asked.
"Yeah. Hong Kong."
Hong Kong stood up and gave a small wave to Denmark and Norway. "Hello."
"Hey! Merry Christmas!" Denmark greeted. The Nordics were already used to Hong Kong's presence.
"Thanks." Hong Kong looked between Denmark and Norway. It turned out Iceland noticed at the same time.
"Are you two holding hands?" Iceland asked anxiously. Denmark blushed slightly and gave a sheepish grin while
Norway looked undisturbed by Iceland's question. "Yeah. We're a couple now."
"Oh, great. I'm guessing I'll be seeing more you more right, Den?" Iceland asked coldly. Denmark didn't notice
the annoyance in Iceland's tone as his grin grew wider. "Yup! Isn't that great?"
"Oh, of course." Iceland said sarcastically. "I can't say I'm surprised, however. I knew this was going to happen
sooner or later."
"Heh heh, were we that obvious? Our love for each other is just so strong it glows! Right, Norge?"
"Love? Who said anything about that? Go back to being an idiot instead of being a lovesick moron." Norway said
nonchalantly, letting go of Denmark's gloved hand to take off his shoes and coat.
"Um, sorry to interrupt, but I have to get going." Hong Kong said.
"Oh, you do? I'll walk you out." Iceland said.
"Thanks." Hong Kong as he got put on his winter gear.
"Bye Hong Kong! Glædelig jul!" said Denmark.
"God jul, Hong Kong." said Norway.
"Thanks, merry Christmas." Hong Kong said as both he and Iceland stepped out of the door. Iceland gave a big
sigh as he closed the door behind him, his breath turning into smoke before rising to the night sky.
"Finally it's quiet." Iceland said. Hong Kong chuckled. "You really dislike Denmark, don't you?"
"Of course I do." Iceland responded. There were a few moments of silence as they stared at the falling snow.
"Well I guess I should be going now." Hong Kong said.
"Oh okay...Bye."
"Merry Christmas, Iceland." Hong Kong said before turning around and walking. After he was a few feet away, he
felt someone grab his wrist. "Wait!" It was Iceland. His face was flushed, and it wasn't from the cold. Hong Kong
stared at him in shock as he looked at his feet. "Um..." Iceland began.
"Yes?"
Iceland stared determinedly in Hong Kong's eyes. "Oh, fuck it." He pulled on Hong Kong's wrist bringing him into
a clumsy kiss. Hong Kong's eyes widened and then closed, leaning into the kiss. As soon as he wrapped his arms
around Iceland's waist, he pulled away. Elated and slightly disappointed, he brung his arms back to his side. Hong
Kong's face was full of surprise. He was shocked at the nation's bravery, and he could feel his heartbeat ringing
in his ears. It was such a short kiss, yet it brung him so many feelings of bliss. "I wanted to pay you back so I..."
Iceland began.
"WOOH! YOU GET IT ON, ICE!" Denmark's voice echoed throughout the neighborhood. The pair turned around
(Hong Kong not surprised, Iceland in dread) to see Denmark and Norway at the window, having a perfectly good
view of them. Iceland felt his face turn crimson as he backed away from Hong Kong. "Denmark what are you
doing?! You two GET OUT!" Iceland shouted.
Denmark and Norway left quickly, Denmark's giggling still heard from the house.
"Sorry about that..." Iceland said, looking down. "I wanted to say thank you for the gift. I really liked it."
Hong Kong smiled. "No problem. I liked your gift too." he said, smirking. Iceland blushed and looked down. Hong
Kong chuckled and then gave Iceland a light kiss on the cheek.
"Sheng Dan Kuai Le, Iceland."
Iceland looked shocked at first, but then smiled. "Gleðileg jól, Hong Kong."
Yay I managed to add another chapter! I hope you guys liked it, my first time writing Hong Kong and Iceland.
Merry Christmas!