Author's Note

Hi, this is my first time posting. I hope that the story is to your liking. I have decided to use French and German in the story so translations will be at the bottom of each chapter. My french is accurate because I'm native from Paris and if my German isn't it's because it came from Google Translate :) Let me know what you think, I love reviews and suggestions for this or future fics. Also tell me if you want me to include other pairings ! Thak you so much for all the reviews ! They are greatly appreciated !

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The PirateChick020497

Chapter 9 - Matthew has Plans to Take Over The World !?

Matthew and Gilbert left the Reichstag and hit the streets of Berlin once more. Matthew was still processing what had happened earlier. Seeing Gilbert like that, tears in his eyes, pale and grief stricken was a lot for Matthew to take in. Gilbert was in that state because of him. The embrace they had shared was also going through Matthew's head as they walked. What had it meant ? Did Gilbert really care about him that much ? Matthew was happy at this thought so he decided just to see where things would lead him.

Gilbert and Matthew stopped in a cafe for a spot of food and a well needed coffee. Gilbert still seemed slightly shaken but something in his gaze had changed. Matthew couldn't quite figure out what it was though. As he thought about it he heard a light bubbly voice call out " Veh~ it's that Gilbert ?!". Matthew and Gilbert turned to the voice North Italy was happily skipping towards them tugging Germany along with him.

"Hi Feliciano, Ludwig." Gilbert smiled up at his brother and his Italian companion.

"Hi, what a surprise to see you here ! I was just going to take Ludwig to the bar." Feliciano explained.

"Hello bruder, Canada." Ludwig said politely.

"Hello Germany, how are you ?" Canada smiled.

"Well thank you."

"Veh~ Why don't you guys come with us ?"

"Ja, why not, do you want to go Mattie ?"

"Sure."

Gilbert and Matthew paid their bill and followed Feliciano and Ludwig to a nice bar and dancing club. Gilbert and Ludwig went to the bar while Feliciano insisted that Matthew had to dance with him. Matthew went. This evening could possibly be that bad.

From the bar Gilbert watched as Matthew danced. He moved gracefully. He looked really hot too. Gilbert smiled.

"So bruder, how do you know Canada ?" Ludwig asked

"Oh we hung out after the last world meeting we had. He's a lot of fun. Right now he's here on business so he's crashing at my place." Gilbert smiled again.

"Oh I see."

They drank their drinks in silence, Gilbert had his eyes on Matthew. With his new found love he didn't know if he could ever tear himself away from the strawberry blonde with big violet blue eyes.

"Gilbert, you keep looking at Canada, what's up?" Ludwig had noticed his brother's distraction. Gilbert didn't know whether or not to tell his brother about his feelings for Matthew. Maybe he'd leave a hint.

"Matthew, he caught me where it hurts." Matthew caught his heart and had it in the palm of his hand. Gilbert thought that would do for a hint. How very wrong he was.

Ludwig eyes widened 'Matthew, he caught me where it hurts'. What ? Ludwig thought about it for a minute. No, not possible, unless America was in on it. Ludwig started to hyperventilate. Matthew had brainwashed his brother with America and was going to take over the world ! Gilbert had no idea what was going on but first he had to tell Feliciano. Ludwig stood

"I'm going to get Feliciano." He marched over to the dance floor and pulled Feliciano away from Matthew. He brought him outside of the club and told him about Canada' s plans to take over the world . Feliciano got all scared for a minute but then he started to laugh.

"Matthew, wouldn't hurt a fly Ludwig."

"Yes but what if he's working with America."

Feliciano's face darkened. They had to tell Gilbert he was being brainwashed and get him away from Canada before it was too late ! When they got back into the club they looked for Gilbert. He was dancing with Matthew. They moved in sink , and seemed almost perfect together.

"Gilbert, come here please." Ludwig said once he had reached him.

"Sure. Be back soon Mattie."

Matthew smiled at Gilbert very softly. Once Ludwig had dragged Gilbert far enough from Matthew he sucked in a deep breath and placed his hands on Gilbert's shoulders.

"Gilbert, you should have told me that Canada was hurting you. He brainwashed you, he's working with America, they plan on taking over the world." Ludwig said dead serious.

Gilbert was still for a moment before bursting out laughing. He laughed so hard he had cramps in his stomach. Ludwig was confused.

"Um, Ludwig when I said Matthew had got me where it hurts ,I meant that I was in love with him."

Ludwig's mouth hung agape. Gilbert was in love ? With Canada. He recovered and cursed his wild imagination.

"I'm sorry, I misunderstood you. Are you really in love with him ? "Ludwig asked. As far as he knew Gilbert had never been in love. Ever. Gilbert's eyes softened.

"Yes. I am." He was telling the truth.

"I'm happy for you." Germany said. He truly was. This was the best thing that could ever have happened to Gilbert. The prussian moved back to the dance floor and a short while later Germany and Italy bid goodbye to the pair.

Gilbert and Matthew sat down at the bar. He had to tell Matthew what had happened .

" You know, Ludwig thought you had brainwashed me and planned on taking over the world with America." Gilbert laughed and so did Matthew.

"What on earth gave him that idea ?" Matthew asked. Uh oh, Matthew wasn't as thick-headed as his brother he would understand what he had meant.

"Something that I said." Time to play it safe. He didn't know how Matthew felt about him.

"What did you say?" Matthew gave him a quizzical look.

"Umm..." Gilbert mumbled.

"Oh come on eh. Don't leave me hanging .It can't be that bad." Matthew smiled again. At this rate Gilbert would crack. He had to lie , as much as he hated the prospect of it, he had to.

" I said that you got me where it hurts." What ! What happened to lying ! Argh ! Gilbert waited for Matthew's reaction. He was surprised to see blush spread across his cheeks and a shy smile appear on his lips.

"Really. I made that much of an impact on you."

"Yes."

"I'm flattered." Good, Matthew hadn't quite interpreted the right way. Gilbert relaxed. They spent the rest of the night talking and went home tired and happy.

The next week and a half flew by and soon before they knew it Matthew had to leave. Gilbert dropped him off at the airport.

"Next time you should come and visit me in Canada." Matthew smiled.

"Ja, I would like that."

"I'll give you a call okay."

"Sure. Have a safe flight."

Matthew smiled. This was too much for Gilbert, he didn't want to part with his birdie. He embraced the Canadian tightly in his arms. Canada returned his embraced with just as much fervor. They said their goodbyes and the Matthew was gone.

Matthew sat in his seat feeling lonely. What Gilbert had said that night at the bar, he had understood what it meant. He was too afraid to tell him ,but when Gilbert had showed up believing him to be dead and being so happy that he was alive Matthew had felt so loved and wanted. He wanted to be loved and needed by Gilbert , he was in love with Gilbert and he would tell him so soon.