Hey guys! It is time for a new chapter of Britannia! I totally have the whole weekend by myself, except for having the ACT on Saturday, so I bet I can get two chapters in this week because last week I only got one on Sunday so my bad guys. I had to update my other story and I had serious writer's block. Plus, I don't have any homework right now so it's the perfect time. Now, the story will start to change right now such as a new country I have in mind and also country pairings will come into view. Now, I haven't really thought about it but Britain and Belgium would actually make a good couple since he comes into the war protecting her. I know most people bring her with Romano but...I don't know. Please tell me what pairings you want to see in the story in a review or comment! The review button is at the bottom of the page if you didn't know...You guys better do your part! Finally, thanks so much for giving your time to read the story and here is the chapter!

Ch. 18: Battle Plans

(Year: 1914)

Being officially in the war, Scarlett gathered the troops she had and sailed over to Britain from her country. She left a lot of men and also recruited some others so they could train back at home; just in case she needed them. Right now, she was bringing 80,000 soldiers with her so they could assist Arthur and his army. They all left at the end of November and arrived in England in early December. Britain had been expecting her but he never expected her to get to Europe so quickly with that huge amount of men; his green eyes widening as he saw the girl walk towards Buckingham Palace. He excused himself from his Queen and quickly ran outside to greet her. His royal guards giving him a look as he acted out of character.

"Love!"

He yelled as he gave her a hug. She smiled and returned the loving gesture before looking into his eyes. they were so much more brightened than when she last saw him.

"...I had no idea you would get here so fast! I got the call from one of your assistants that you have brought over 80,000 men with you? Am I correct?"

He asked. She nodded and smiled.

"Yep! I left the remaining men at home so they could train. Some of them haven't even used a machine gun yet so I got one of my generals to teach them that..."

She told him. He peered his British face to the side as he looked over her shoulder. She was the only one there and she gave him a confused look.

"Well where are they?"

He asked her, confused himself. She made an "oh" sound and shrugged.

"I told them they could hang out in the city until I was finished talking to you."

Britain's eyes widened once again at this because like America, Britannia's people were very young, energetic, and loud. Not as much but you get my point. And since she let all of her men roam London by themselves, he might just feel a weird feeling in his body when half of the girls in the city were having sex with all of the young men! Yes, countries feel it if enough of their people do it at the same time. It's weird...He made a "tsk" sound with his mouth and pinched the bridge of his nose. Scarlett stared at him, oblivious to what he was so uncomfortable about. He shook his head and waved her over to follow him inside.

"She's still the same girl as when she was a kid..."

He murmured about Scarlett.

"Huh?"

She asked suddenly. He shook his head and told her it was nothing. The two walked up the staircase of the palace and into the Queen's study. The royal women glanced behind her to look at her country but was surprised to see a girl behind him. She knew that face anywhere. She turned and brought her arms out in a welcoming hug.

"Britannia! It's so nice to see you dear!"

"Nice to see you too your highness."

They hugged and Queen Mary brought her hands together as she thought for a minute.

"I'm glad you're here. We are in...a tight spot to put it lightly. However, we have gained ground in the Ottoman Empire. Russia is right on Austria-Hungary's border but their offensive was stalled just a couple of days ago. The big problem is that Germany has invaded Luxembourg and is slowly taking over Belgium. To put it plainly, we need to all of the help we can get. I do wish the United States would help out but their president informed me that the American public has an overwhelming amount of isolationist ideas."

The Queen said with a grim face. Scarlett agreed and sighed.

"I'll continue to ask America about it and eventually he will help us out but his government won't even let him come over here and help. That's what's making him mad and I fully understand the situation. I just hope that when he does come, it won't be too late..."

Scarlett whispered. Britain, who was listening to the two girls, nodded and put his hand on Scarlett's shoulder. She looked at him and he gave her a smile.

"Well...Why don't I inform you on my future battle plans? Hm?"

He asked her as he tried to get her mind off of her best friend. She nodded and the two countries went downstairs to the main floor. There, Britain brought her over to his grandfather clock and she tilted her head. What was he doing? He smirked and moved the clock to the side to reveal a passageway to a dark room. Scarlett gasped almost in excitement as well as disbelief. This was freaking awesome! This was just one of his super awesome spy shit moments! He, being the gentlemen he was, brought out his arm for her to go first and she did with a thankful smile. She walked into the dark hallway; it becoming darker when Britain moved the grandfather clock back in place.

"So what is this place?"

She asked the British nation beside her as they walked into a large room. Britain smirked again and sat in a chair that was in front of a large table.

"You could say this is my situation room...My generals and I usually come here to discuss top secret operations or plans. Don't you have something like this Scarlett?"

"Well yeah but I can't really tell you."

She said. He furred his eyebrows together.

"What!? Why not!?"

"Because I don't trust you completely just yet."

He rolled his eyes at her and stood up from the chair. He told her to sit down and she did what he said. He walked over to the back of the room where she couldn't see and rummaged through some things. After a few seconds, he picked up a few scrolls and came over to the table with a smile on his face. He set the scrolls down and unrolled them. On the scrolls were maps of Europe.

"Alright love, are you ready?"

She nodded and he started.

"Okay good. Now we have captured the city of Al-Qurnah in the Ottoman Empire because we beat them here. Upward, Austria and Hungary are trying to invade Serbia as of now but he is doing pretty well right now because the Austria-Hungary forces are retreated as far as I know right now. So that is good for Serbia because he is standing his ground. Maybe I won't have to do everything to save his ass. I seem to be doing that a lot these days...Anyway, Germany is attacking somewhere where even I didn't see it coming."

"Where?"

Scarlett asked, looking up at him.

"The Falkland islands. His navy is trying to capture the islands so I won't have connections with South America I guess. I have no idea. Maybe he is trying to capture my territory one by one. However. I have had word from my general that we have defeated his squadron there and destroyed it. I drank so much the other night when I heard the news haha."

"I'm sure you did."

Britain glared at her before continuing.

"Whatever. like my Queen said, Russia is now trying to gain the lead by attacking Austria and Hungary's forces. He called me and said he was stalled by them because they were showing a better performance this time than they had in Serbia. I told him that I would try to help him but I can't really get anybody over there right now...Scarlett? Would you be angry if I asked you to go help out Russia only by yourself and leave your soldiers with me?"

She blinked and thought about it for a second.

"What? I mean I want to help Russia and all but leave my soldiers with you?"

"Do you not trust me?"

He asked in almost a hurt way. She stood up and shook her head.

"No, I do! It's just...I just got here with them and what will they think when they see me leave them right away? I'm kind of like their baby sitter Britain. There are a lot of guys in their twenties in my army. All of them are confident and so far I believe they all think they can just kick the German's asses. And that's okay for them to think like that. It's good to have a good attitude. However, I need to teach them some more things before I let them on the front lines with me."

She stopped and thought for a minute before sighing.

"How desperate is Russia right now?"

She asked the blonde in front of her. Britain frowned.

"He sounded almost sad when he was talking to me and his intentions are kicking Austria and Hungary out of the war. That would lead the way for attacking Germany from the eastern front. Then the frog and I can counter-attack from the west and then lay siege to he and Prussia. I bet it would be a great deal if you helped him out. Ivan can't do it alone and I can train your soldiers myself. I have one of the best armies in the world, you know that love. So what do you say? It will only be for a couple of weeks probably."

He told her as he leaned in closer. She looked into his eyes that were shining brightly in the dim room and she just couldn't say no to that look of his.

"Fine...But I have to inform my generals and my soldiers. Oh shit, I got to round them up..."

She said as she stood up from her table. He chuckled and nodded in agreement.

"Well London is only so big. I'm sure you can find them before the sun sets this afternoon."

He told her as they walked out of Britain's situation room. The walked outside to the front of Buckingham Palace and stopped right outside the large golden gates that protected the royal building. Scarlett spun around and put her hands behind her back.

"Well, I will go inform them and then go help Russia. So he's in..."

"Right now, he's in the Carpathian mountains. It's in the northeast corner of Austira-Hungary. Here, take this map. I know you can get there yourself but take it just in case."

He said as he handed her a map. She took it graciously and gave him a hug one last time.

"Okay I'm off. I'll be back whenever I can. Oh crap, I should probably buy a coat or something since it will be cold...I don't know, I'll figure it out. Oh god, this is going to suck getting all of my guys in one place...You guys better not be having sex with someone since we just got here!"

Scarlett screamed out into the city as she started running into downtown, making people jump and stare at her. Britain chuckled but gasped when he got a...feeling...in his gut.

"Oh god, why do my citizens always want to make love with some foreign person!? I really need to find the love of my life quickly so she can take this feeling away from me."

He said as he held his stomach and readjusted his pants. He walked back in the palace while the red royal guards broke their formation and started laughing. Usually they kept the same serious face but whenever Britain got "unintentionally horny" they just couldn't help themselves.

"Look like Britain is a little pent up again."

"Jesus, looks like it. This whole country personification thing is completely and utterly bonkers!"

So after a couple of hours and many many awkward moments, Scarlett finally got all of her soldiers together so she could tell them what was about to happen.

"Now that I have gotten you guys here with your pants on...I need to tell you guys that I will be leaving right now to go help Russia on the eastern front."

She told the soldiers. The young men started to whine and complain that they were going to miss her and she laughed.

"I know, I know. But I need to help out Russia right away. But since I will be gone, Britain will train you even more than I have. He has more experience than I do when it comes to war so listen to every word! Report in front of Buckingham Palace at eight in the morning tomorrow and-"

More whining and complaining.

"...Guys come on. It's not that early. You get up earlier to go to church every Sunday so stop bitching. Anyway, just listen okay? Make me proud and make a good impression. And don't have sex the whole time! You're not here to have sex, you're here to fight on the battlefield. You can do it when you get home! Okay bye guys! Love you!"

She yelled with happiness as she walked away from them. They looked at her sadly and she felt like crying leaving her men like that. They were her children basically!

"We love you too!"

They all said in unison. She giggled and waved before she started making her way over to where Russia and his army were. Hopefully she would get there in time so she could help in any way possible. She tightened the black gloves on her hands in anticipation.

"I hope I still got it..."

She told herself before leaving Great Britain.

(Year: 1915)

Russia sighed to himself as he wrapped the teenage boy's waist with some medical gauze. The boy had gotten shot in the side of his stomach but he was going to be okay. Russia wiped the sweat off his young face and helped the teenage soldier sit up.

"Ty v poryadke? (Are you okay?)"

He asked the boy. The boy nodded his head with a pained look on his face. Russia's eyes saddened at the sight in front of him.

"YA sozhaleyu eto proizoshlo...(I'm sorry this happened...)"

He whispered in a soft voice. The boy shook his head and gave his country a grin.

"Net, eto-(No, its-)"

He stopped when he saw a girl with beautiful blonde hair come into the small Russian camp Russia's army had set up. Soldiers pointed their guns at her as she entered and she stopped in her tracks. Ivan looked over his shoulders and couldn't believe his eyes. He stood up immediately and waved his arms down.

"Net eto normal'no! Ona drug! (No, its okay! She's a friend!)"

He yelled to his men. They lowered their guns and Scarlett let out an exhale of relief. Russia walked up to her and smiled real big just to see her there in front of him.

"Scarlett, what are you doing here?"

"What does it look like? I'm here to help you with the battle."

She said with a wink. His smile went away in an expression of thought. He honestly didn't know what to think about this. First of all, he has never seen her fight so he was afraid she might get hurt and that would bring the demon out of him. She was the only person who has ever wanted to become friends with him as well as America so he had to keep his friends safe. On the other hand, he was also glad that she was here. He asked Britain for help and he sent her. So she must be a good fighter right? Ivan pulled his head back a couple of inches when he saw that she was right in front of him waving her hand in front of his face.

"You okay Ivan? You seemed like you were in a daze."

She told him. He laughed nervously and nodded his head.

"S-Sorry, I was just thinking. Come with me."

He said as he took her arm. He took her to one of the tents he had set up and closed it behind him so the cold air wouldn't get inside. Scarlett shivered slightly and rubbed her arms.

"It's cold as balls out there..."

"Da, It is very cold up here in the mountains but I am used to it. My place is way colder than this so it is nothing. But are you warm enough?"

He asked her. She nodded and crossed her arms for more warmth.

"Yeah, in my country it gets cold weather but not this cold so I just need to get used to it."

"Do you...want my coat?"

He asked her in hesitation. She blinked and started to shake her head before a cold breeze suddenly broke through the tent.

"On second thought, if you don't mind..."

He nodded and took off his coat. Scarlett's eyes widened when she saw all of the weapons he had hidden under his coat. It included grenades, guns, and knives. Had he had all of those weapons under there the whole time!? He gave her his coat and she almost fell to the ground at how heavy it was. She cursed out loud and Russia couldn't help but laugh a little. He helped her up and she had to dust off some dirt that had gotten on her.

"Ugh, that thing weighs a ton. I didn't expect that hehe...Maybe I can just sit on the ground and use it as a blanket."

She remarked as she did what she said she would. It wasn't like she couldn't hold the coat, she just didn't feel like doing so. Ivan crouched down next to her with his battle plan and pointed at the Carpathian Mountains.

"We are right here and the enemy's forces are right here. Now, They stalled our advance a few days ago but I think that we can catch them off guard this time. I have noticed that a lot of them aren't wearing the adequate clothing or gear for these mountains. As you have noticed, these mountains are very cold."

"Tell me about it..."

She said with another shiver. He smiled a bit and continued.

"...And I believe that they won't be able to stand this freezing weather for much longer. I also suspect that they are running out of food. Scarlett, did you see any of their soldiers on your way here?"

"Yeah."

She said, nodding her head.

"...I had to go around them very quietly to get here. It was a bitch...So what do you plan on doing?"

"Well, right now they are trying to attack us. However, I believe we can launch a large counter-attack. Being Russia, I have this certain sense of the cold weather. Does that make sense? Da? Okay, I know for sure that a severe shift in the weather will come soon. The weather will get to them plus the added pressure we will be giving them. We will hold and use the Dukla Pass to threaten important railroad junctions. If we can do this and deplete the front lines, I bet we can gain the advantage once again. We also need to take their horses away from them. Those horses bring food supplies to the front lines so without them, they're screwed. However, the snow will probably get pretty deep. If it gets too high, you can get on my back until we get through it."

Ivan told her with a laugh. She smiled and nodded.

"Anyway, their attacks are unorganized and uncoordinated. It's pathetic really. Austria's generals are a disgrace and their men aren't any better. I have reinforcements on the way so we don't have to do anything by ourselves for too long. We will attack the ridgelines of the mountains and I'd prefer it if we attacked at night. We will then make siege on the fortress town of Przemysl. Does all of this sound good to you?"

"Yeah! This is really well planned out Russia. I'm impressed!"

She exclaimed. He chuckled and raised the scarf around his neck upwards to hide his reddened cheeks. He loved having a friend so much. Nobody ever gave him a compliment so he blushed every time he got one. If only Alfred was here as well. Speaking of the American...

"Thank you...How is Alfred doing?"

He asked the blonde teenage girl. She smiled sadly and shrugged.

"He wants to help us so badly but his boss won't let him. It's...a long story..."

She said in a low tone. He nodded and left the subject alone. Maybe the American country would get in later in the war. He raised his wrist and looked at the time. It was almost time for the plan to commence. He gripped the guns at his sides and glanced at the girl in front of him.

"You're good with a gun right?"

She blinked a few times before smiling.

"Yep! I've been practicing ever since I was a little girl!"

"Good, then you will be with me. Are you ready to go?"

He asked as he stood up. She gave him a look.

"What? Right now?"

"Da."

"Umm, okay. What weapons do you have for me?"

He smiled and took off a few guns from his belt.

"Here is a personal favorite, the Russian Fedorov Avtomat M1916. It's an automatic rifle so you should have no problem gunning down the enemy. Here is some ammo. And if you need anymore, just tell me because we're going to go in together. As for your secondary weapon, I'm going to give you a Nagant Model 1895 (M1895).This is a seven-shot revolver so these are in situations where you managed to unluckily run out of bullets with your main weapon right in front of the enemy. Did you bring any weapons of your own?"

He asked her with an excited look in his purple eyes. He loved talking about weapons! She smirked and took out a knife from her back pocket pouch. It was long, very sharp on the edge, and shined in the light of the sun that shined through the tent. Russia's eyes brightened at the sight of the weapon as she gave it to him to look at it.

"Wow...This looks really lethal..."

He said with a grin. She laughed and nodded.

"Yep, I've had it my whole life. I have a feeling I might use it today...So...Are we ready to go?"

"Da, I will round my men up and we will start the counter-offensive in exactly one hour. We will take a few guys with us since we can basically take care of ourselves right? Oh I am so excited to fight with you Scarlett! We will...hmm...kick ass?"

"Yes Ivan haha we're going to kick some ass!"

She said as she confirmed his English. He nodded with a grin and cleared his throat as if he was saying something. Scarlett looked at his coat that was around her and she gasped as she gave it back to him. He laughed as he put it back on and concealed the variety of weapons that were attached to him. On that note, he probably benches a crapload! Those weapons probably weighed a ton when you combined their weights! He turned to the exit of the large tent and, along with Britannia, went outside to gather his troops for the planned Russian counter-attack...

And that is the end of the chapter! I know you guys hate me for stopping right before the battle but hopefully if I get enough reviews, I can write the battle and even more this weekend like I did last week. Also, the whole thing about the soldiers going into London to find a girl to make love with is just a joke. In no way are girls from London sluts haha. I have family in London so I'm just joking. And the countries get excited if say the country had a "baby boom" lol. And again, she's not getting with Russia if you thought that. Man, I love this story. The only bad thing is that I don't know a lot about World War 1 so I'm kind of just winging it when it comes to including important battles and scenes. Now this battle that they're in right now is late December of 1914 and January of 1915 just in case you were wondering. And if anybody knows this battle, those guys will know which side kicks the most ass! Okay anyway please review or comment on the chapter or I'm going to look for you...I will find you...and I will kill you...Okay finally thanks so much for giving your time to read the story and I will see you possibly this weekend! Well...not see you but you know what I mean! P.S. WHAT DO YOU THINK THE PAIRINGS IN THIS STORY SHOULD BE WHEN IT COMES TO THE COUNTRIES? SHOULD BRITAIN GET WITH BELGIUM? THINK ABOUT IT AND TELL ME YOUR THOUGHTS!