Hello again!
I'm baaaaack (for now) Thanksgiving break has given me a chance to work on my story and I must apologize for my inactivity. Those A/N I posted were a bit sudden, please forgive me. I've been a bit stressed about a lot of things and to be completely honest with you all, this story wasn't on my priority list. This chapter will be a bit more calm, a little short too but I have everything planned out for a few chapters. I took the lyrics from YouTube, a really talented person called Lizz and you should all seriously check her covers out, they're amazing (she has original lyrics for some songs too!)
DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN ANYTHING EXCEPT MY WRITING
The room was silent. Scotland was left alone at the doorway with his head hanging, trying to cover his face. Everyone could see his tears however, so it was of no use. Nobody wanted to speak, in fear of adding onto the tension that was going around. That was, until China and Japan stood up, headed to the CD's and grabbed a song. They were silent, not unusual but it was at that moment. China grabbed two twin headsets and gave one to Japan who had placed the disc into the player. Some nations were confused, others a bit angry at how calm the older nations were acting at the situation, one of those who was America.
"Hey, Japan, don't you think it's a bit inappropriate to sing right now? We should look for England..."
Japan took a quick glance at America and spoke without looking at him.
"We are helping him, America-san. Something you can't seem to do most of the time."
America went silent and went back to his spot next to Canada, ashamed and angry. At that moment, China pressed play and the sound of traditional Japanese instruments filled the room. They began low, slowly rising in volume until the music turned lively, yet calming at the same time. After a few seconds, the music stopped, and the Asian nations began to sing.
In the span of time we live out our lives
Calmness sweeps us off our feet
In the end, we're left with memories kept
Locked away, as they spiral down and fade away from thee
They were singing in perfect unison, never once breaking the tune. Scotland was still at the doorway, but he was now looking up in awe at what the lyrics were saying. They were calming, just like the music playing in the background. It reminded every nation in the room just how old the duo really were, having more experience and knowing what they were singing about.
As for me, I'll sing the song of now
For that's all that I can do
Though my memories escape me
They're a part of my heart, just as I have thought of you
Japan and Chine were beginning to look their age the more and more they sang. The traditional music didn't really help, since it gave off a sad tone, but did at the same time. It was an odd feeling, but all the nations were enjoying the change of mood. Scotland had gotten closer now, wanting to listen in better. Because of that, however, nobody noticed England appear in the doorway.
al-a-re la-ye
al-a-re la-yo
al-a-re la-ya-a
al-a-re ya
The asian nations vocalized for a while, almost lulling Veneziano to sleep because of the surprisingly beautiful mix of their voices. Every now and then, Japan would glance at China and China would glance at Japan. They seemed to be sharing something nobody could quite understand other than their own family. Hong Kong had put down his phone to listen to the song, South Korea holding a crying Taiwan. It seemed even with a duet, the songs China was destined to sing were sad. The music died down slightly as the two nations began to sing again.
In the span of time we live out our lives
Calmness sweeps us off our feet
In the end, we're left with memories kept
Locked away, as they spiral down and fade away from thee
As for me, I'll sing the song of now
For that's all that I can do
Though my memories escape me
They're a part of my heart, just as I have thought of you
Beginning to vocalize once again, China and Japan were holding hands now. The other nations had even decided to join, leaving only Scotland in the room to cry. England entered the room once the vocalization seemed to have died down. Japan and China were left to sing the final part when the Brit came up behind the Scot. As cliche as it sounded, Scotland sensed the younger's presence and didn't even hesitate to turn around and hug the other. England was shocked for a few seconds until he clutched Scotland's back and began to cry once more. The song began to end the same way it had began, Japan and China having already turned around to see the two lost brothers. They got closer and stood beside them until England finally let go, both him and Scotland giving the Asian nations a silent thank you.
"You two are brothers, never forget that."
"No matter what your past was like, you'll get over it, aru. Just remember the good times. Those are all the memories you should remember."
"We of all nations should know this, so never forget Engrand-san, Scotrand-san, don't resent each other. You'll onry resent yourself in the end."
America was left to think about what Japan had told him earlier. He really couldn't help England, he didn't have the experience necessary to do so. It was then that all the nations decided to take the moment and reflect on their own pasts.
I was almost like a moment of silence.
So yeah.
New chapter since I've been kind of ignoring this story and I feel bad...
Although not as bad as to not give you all feels
I am as evil as ever, that'll never change :)
I have nothing left to say now, so I'll go. I don't know when I'll come back but if my absence goes on for over a year, you all have my permission to rain hell on me for being gone so long.
You've all given some kind of meaning to my life, and I am thankful for it all. Just had to put that out there.
Adios mis amigos!
~Midnight~