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Disclaimer: I do not own Hetalia or the wonderful fangame RomaHeta. This is merely my novelization of it with MY interpretation of the ending. I will take some liberty with the translations and the plot.

Chapter Fourteen

Spain was looking after his brothers. Prussia and Austria were fussing over Germany. A few minutes later, Germany regained consciousness, much to the relief of his brothers.

''Ludwig!'' Austria said.

Prussia smiled. ''West. Everything is okay now,'' he said.

Germany looked around. Italy and Romano were safe, albeit knocked out. Their transformations were gone and they were back in their uniforms. The altar was smashed. ''Good,'' he said.

Prussia went to the bedroom door and opened it fully. Palori was lying on one of the beds. ''Hey, you guys. Come here!'' he called. The others entered the room.

''Gilbert... I thought you were all killed and sent back to the last save...!'' Palori said weakly.

''We fled the battle and went back to the cabin. We...thought you were dead,'' Spain said.

''...Almost... I used...a spell before collapsing...'' Palori said.

Prussia went to her bedside and pulled off the blanket, wanting to see how badly she was hurt. ''You're all bandaged up and in a nightgown,'' he commented.

''...The Italies must have healed me. But... I don't think I can move. The wounds will...open...they said,'' she said.

''We should get back to the cabin,'' Prussia said. He picked her up, careful not to disturb the wounds. Even so, she winced in pain at being moved.

They went back into the other room. Spain picked up his brothers, slinging them over his shoulders. ''I could help you,'' Germany offered.

''Thanks. But I'll manage,'' Spain said. They went into the foyer and then out the door.

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America's group had made it back to the cabin. Russia was lying on the bottom right bed. Belarus had been healed and was standing at his bedside. France was also by the bed, making sure Russia was fully healed.

The door opened and Germany came in with his group. Spain had Italy and Romano slung over his shoulders. Prussia was carrying Palori in his arms, she was quite pale and wearing a long white nightgown. Austria looked tired.

''Hey! You're back! What happened!?'' America exclaimed.

''Italy and Romano transformed...they attacked us,'' Austria replied.

''Are they infected!?'' England asked.

''No. Kiku told us they weren't,'' Spain said.

''...Okay. What else happened?'' America asked.

''We had to retreat the first time... Palori was badly wounded and almost died from one of Romano's spells. After we healed here, we went back and fought them again. Then the altar started draining their power. Feliciano almost died,'' Germany said.

''...Woah. Well, put them on the beds! They need healing,'' America said, concerned.

Spain placed Italy on the top right bed and Romano on the top left. Prussia gently carried Palori over to the remaining bed and set her on it. ''Are you okay? Did I jostle you too much?'' he asked her.

Palori shook her head weakly. ''No... I'm okay. I just need healing,'' she said.

France walked over and healed Palori fully. ''There, your wounds are healed,'' he said. Palori grabbed her uniform and went to go change into it.

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About an hour had passed. Palori had changed back into her uniform. France was by Russia's bed again. Belarus had not moved from her brother's side. Prussia was by Italy's bed. Spain and Liechtenstein were at Romano's bedside. Switzerland was by the fireplace. Austria was at the the edge of the carpet and the others were in the main area.

''How are they?'' Germany asked.

''...Still in a coma. We've healed their injuries, but it looks like their minds have been damaged somehow,'' France said. Palori glanced worriedly at Romano for a moment.

''We think it's because they were infected for too long...'' Liechtenstein said.

''Right now, their lives aren't in danger. We just have no idea when they'll wake up,'' Prussia added.

''I see...'' Germany said.

''Ivan... Why...?'' Belarus said softly.

Ding Dong Dong Dooong

''Everyone... Good job...'' Japan's voice said.

''You sound pretty tired, Kiku!'' America commented.

''Yes... I have been checking their condition non-stop; I haven't had any rest or sleep... I must have drunk about 100 Lipovitans by now... But I bought potions. Even if it's not much, it should be enough for me to recover...'' Japan said.

''Kiku! That's dangerous!'' China exclaimed.

''Haha! He's getting high from exhaustion!'' America said. England glared at him. America looked apologetic.

''So, did you figure anything out?'' England asked.

''...Yes. First, about the condition of those three. In Ivan's case, there is no doubt it is due to the effects of infection by the Error. I think the most likely cause for his mental exhaustion is that he was forced to use teleportation and other abilities that are not his own. But be that as it may, Ivan-san himself is refusing to wake up,'' Japan said.

''Refusing?'' Belarus asked.

''Why is that?'' France asked.

''He's not infected anymore, is he?'' America questioned.

''I don't know why... He certainly shouldn't be infected anymore, but his configuration program is still very unstable,'' Japan replied.

Belarus looked down at her brother, worried.

''Next, about Feliciano-kun and Romano-kun...'' Japan started.

''Who was controlling them!?'' Germany demanded.

''Is there something besides the Error?'' Spain asked.

''I'm sorry; I'm still investigating about that. First, I would rather check their condition,'' Japan admitted.

''Are they also refusing to wake up?'' Austria asked.

''Well... It seems that the cause of their mental exhaustion is essentially the same as Ivan-san's. But...the difference between them and Ivan-san is that their programs are very stable. I wouldn't be surprised if it took them a long time to wake up, though...'' Japan said.

Germany went over to Italy's bed.

''...In any case, that is all I have been able to figure out so far,'' Japan added.

''What is the Error doing right now?'' Switzerland asked.

''He hasn't made any moves. It is rather strange,'' Japan answered.

''Yeah... It's weird that he didn't even try to interfere,'' America said.

''...Indeed. I kept watching him just in case, but... He didn't even move when you went to destroy the Energy Sources,'' Japan agreed.

''There must be something else, then,'' Austria said.

''I don't like the sound of that...'' Palori said.

There was a moment of silence as everyone thought about it.

''...Back on topic. If they wake up as it is, then it won't be a problem. But if they remain in a comatose state, even if we eliminate the Error, they won't be able to return to the real world...'' Japan said worriedly.

''Then it's the same as if they'd become part of this world, right!?'' Prussia asked, shocked.

''Exactly. Ivan-san, in particular, will be in grave danger if his unstable condition goes on,'' Japan said grimly.

Belarus gasped. ''Ivan!'' she exclaimed. She looked very upset. ''...Honda! What can I do? How can I help him?'' she asked.

''Please, calm down. I didn't say there was no way to help him. The Teleshifter I delivered to Ludwig-san...'' Japan said soothingly.

''Ah, yes,'' Germany said.

''It's a drastic measure, but... With the Teleshifter, you can dive into Ivan-san's subconscious and physically eliminate the cause of the problem,'' Japan explained.

''Whaaaaaat?'' England exclaimed.

''Is that even possible?'' Germany asked.

''You mean...dive into my brother's heart?'' Belarus asked.

''(Natalya-san... That's not quite what I meant.) As long as you are in that world, you exist as data. Just as I am able to peek into your programs from here, you should be able to personally dive into it from there. ...Theoretically speaking,'' Japan informed them.

''W-we have absolutely no privacy in this world, do we?'' Spain said, looking nervous.

''I think I'm afraid of this world for the first time since I got here...'' France said, horrified.

''It's all right; I can't look into your subconscious if you're awake. (Unfortunately.) And even if I could, I wouldn't look. (Probably.)'' Japan said.

''W-well, if you say so...'' Germany said, worried.

''Into my brother's heart... Into my brother's... Honda. Tell me how to get there,'' Belarus said.

''As long as you have the Teleshifter, you don't have to do anything. I can transfer you from here. However, it is a very delicate program, so I can only transfer two people at most,'' Japan said.

''That's good enough. I'll go alone.'' Belarus said.

''A-Alone!? That's way too dangerous!'' America protested.

''It's no problem. I wouldn't let you bastards get into my brother's heart,'' Belarus replied.

''(It's not quite his heart, though...) Be that as it may, you have to consider the Error's intervention and Ivan-san's own resistance. I really wouldn't recommend going alone,'' Japan warned.

''A lady can't go through such danger all alone. I should go with-'' France started.

''What if my brother turns into a perverted freak because of you!? I don't trust you! I'll go alone,'' Belarus said, horrified at the idea of going anywhere with France.

''Please, take me with you,'' Liechtenstein said.

''Wh-what are you talking about!? It's too dangerous!'' Switzerland exclaimed.

''I'll be fine. I have this gun you gave me,'' Liechtenstein replied.

''Th-then I'll go instead-'' Switzerland started.

''Please, let me go, Vash. If you were in the same condition as Ivan, I certainly would go and help you without stopping to think about the risks. As someone who also has a brother, I can't just leave Natalya alone,'' Liechtenstein said.

She turned to Belarus. ''Natalya...can I go with you?'' she asked.

''Y-yeah...'' Belarus replied, softening.

''Thank you,'' Liechtenstein said.

''No! Just no! If you want, I will go! You just wait for me-'' Switzerland protested.

''Vash! Let her go,'' Germany said to his cousin sternly.

There was an awkward silence. Switzerland stared at Germany, thinking about it. Prussia glanced at them.

''...Sorry for throwing a wet blanket on it, but... Diving into one's subconscious is a great responsibility, so it is necessary to constantly adjust the program during the dive. ...In other words, I won't be able to watch the Error at the same time. It's also highly possible that the protective walls of the cabin will get destroyed,'' Japan said.

''The problems just keep piling up...'' China commented.

''There aren't any other Energy Sources for the Error, right?'' Spain asked.

''There shouldn't be, but...it's still a little too early to relax,'' Japan said.

Ding Dong Dong Dooong

Everyone looked confused. Someone else was on the chat?

''Eduard here. Eduard here. Can you hear me, guys?'' Estonia's voice said.

''E-Eduard!?'' America asked.

''You heard me!? Well, at least I've accomplished that much!'' Estonia said, relieved.

''Eduard-san...! You've finally connected with the network!'' Japan exclaimed.

''I'm here, too! N-Natalya, are you all right?'' Lithuania's voice said.

''Who the hell are you?'' Belarus said. She knew exactly who they were and wished that a certain one of them would go away.

''The three of us worked together to set up the network in Eduard's house,'' Latvia's voice added.

''Raivis and I still can't do anything but communicate with you, but... I think we can at least support you!'' Lithuania said.

''I see! That's actually very helpful! So...well, I'll keep watching the Error and analyzing Feliciano-kun and Romano-kun. Eduard-san, can I ask you to adjust Ivan-san's program and support Natalya-san?'' Japan asked.

''Of course! I'll be in charge of adjusting the program. Toris, Raivis, you'll support Natalya,'' Estonia replied.

''I-I'll do my best!'' Latvia said timidly.

''Natalya! You can count on me!'' Lithuania said.

''Ugh... To think that I'll show you the inside of my brother's heart,'' Belarus said with a sigh.

''Well, then, let's begin the preparations for the transference. Who is in possession of the Teleshifter?'' Japan asked.

''I am,'' Germany replied.

''Well, then, Natalya-san, when you're ready, please talk to Ludwig-san. I will transfer you from here,'' Japan said.

''Okay,'' Belarus said. She decided to get supplies first and maybe some advice from the others.

She walked up to Spain. ''Well, Romano will be fine! If all else fails, I'll just clobber him awake or something!'' he said with a nervous laugh. She could tell he was really worried.

''I'll look after Ivan while you're gone. Don't worry,'' France told her.

''If you do anything to him, I will get my revenge...'' she said.

''Really, it's okay! After all, I am an ally of all people who live for love,'' France said.

''Hmm,'' Belarus replied. She walked over to Prussia, who was watching Italy.

''He has no wounds. His pulse and breathing are normal. Why won't he wake up?'' Prussia asked aloud. She shrugged.

''The one who ran up to Feliciano at that time...'' Austria muttered.

Belarus went over to Switzerland, who looked concerned.

''Vash...'' Liechtenstein said.

''...If it gets too dangerous, you are to escape right away,'' Switzerland said to his adopted sister.

''Of course,'' Liechtenstein said.

''Don't get too close to anything suspicious. You are to tackle the monsters without mercy. Get them before they get you. In any case, be wary of everything. Keep a sharp eye open. Also-'' Switzerland added.

''...Hey, how long will you keep going on?'' Belarus interrupted.

Switzerland looked apologetic. ''...Just be careful,'' he said.

''Okay,'' Liechtenstein said.

''Right,'' Belarus said. She had no intention of losing to monsters or whatever was in where they were going.

She went over to China and bought some supplies. She also bought some of America's healing burgers and England's scones. The scones might be useful for poisoning monsters.

A/N: Not much goes on here... But I didn't want to squeeze all of it here... Yay, the Baltics will be supporting those Nations trapped in the video game! See you next chapter!