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Thirteen. Isn't That a Lucky Number?
By: Strange and curious things
When the doors of the House of Commons opened, the nations had not expected kids, ranging from child to young adult, waiting for them. In normal circumstances, politician to debate law uses the House Common and those laws were then sent to the senate to be approved or not. Today, the miniature stadium like room hosted twelve kids in total. Six were seated on the right and the other six was seated to the left. Surprisingly silent, a dozen of lavender eyes looked toward the guests in curiosity. It was rare to see so many visitors.
"Everyone, let me introduce you to my siblings"
First, Ontario pointed at the young man with heavy bags under his eyes, a ginger boy, a teen boy with a short brown hair, a little girl with pig tails, a young woman wearing a stereotypical lumberjack outfit and a guy with a little scarf around his neck.
"This is Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec and Manitoba."
Second, he pointed toward the left to a girl with bushy brown hair, another with a cowboy hat. A young woman with generous curves, a child with brown skin, a boy with a winter coat and a lady with feathers in her hair.
"And over there is Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon."
As the names were called, each child greeted which hinted that they all had different accents.
"Don't worry if you didn't catch all of our names. We'll go in more details another time. Please, take a seat." reassured Ontario, gesturing toward the table in the middle of the room.
Even though the chamber was full of "children", there wasn't a sound uttered as the nations took a place around the rectangle surface. There was an unsettling silence as the wooden chairs scratched against the carpeted floor. Especially with those disturbing yet familiar eyes scanned their every movements. In the end the Allies sat on the right and the Axis to the left side of the table.
"What are they doing here, Ontario? We already have enough work to do as it is. No need for more, we can all agree on that." questioned the young lady behind France. She clearly had a French accent but that didn't stop her words from dripping with venom.
"I agree. Their presence really wasn't needed but I found them aimlessly walking circles and fighting in Ottawa. I clearly had no choice." Agreed the other. He leaned against the table and grimaced to show his displeasure.
"I find that it was very generous of you Ontario. Even if nations are really disagreeable, we are known for our hospitality and your actions reflect that." commented Newfoundland who almost slept on his chair.
"Strange danger! "chirped Nunavut. The small child giving them an innocent smile which was very similar to Russia's signature method of intimidation.
"Please everyone, we don't need any more trouble" added British Columbia, the one with a generous body shape, clearly not meaning what she said and giving the guests a vicious glare reflecting the purest frustration.
The once quiet room became a cacophony of comment about the countries' presence. Strangely enough, there was a constant order in the discussion. If one of them talked, no one talked at the same time. We could almost say that they had rehearsed lined for a play by how fluid the jabs were coming. Not to forget that none of them minded that the subject of their discussion was sitting just in between them. The provinces of Canada kept very subtly talking trash about their guests while giving them each an icy glare.
"I hope that they're flight has been comfortable and without any trouble. Though, I wouldn't be surprised if anything happened"
"It's been a long time since we've seen Uncle America. Do you think he changed?"
"Do you mean mentally or physically?"
"HEY! Dudes, time out there!" boomed America, his voice successfully echoing around the room and silencing the other voices. "I know that Mattie's been teaching you the art of passive- aggressiveness but, we all know you're insulting us"
"They were?" asked Italy
"That is what you get in coming in without any prior notice." hissed Alberta, her hand clutched he hat that was on her lap.
"Excuse me but do you have a grudge towards us?" Queried England, very confused by the hostility towards them.
Ontario sighed. His shoulders slightly drooping, Ontario pulled himself a chair to sit at the end of the table.
"No not really." He sighed again, "just tell us what you want, and we'll be off."
Just like that the storm ended. The mood was gloomy again but less heavy than it first was. Like if criticizing the nations had been a way to vent their ever-growing frustration. Now, it was calm, and a sense of heaviness loomed over the room.
"We are here to know what's going on in your country, since your representative wasn't present on this month's meeting." Informed Germany clearly uncomfortable at the stares he was receiving.
"Yes, and also the threats we've been receiving, aru!" added China. He had never seen those children before. Well, most were children as some were as tall as him. The Chinese man also had to admit that they were all very cute, but business was business.
"Well, to start, Canada hasn't been in any world meeting for at least a few months now," coughed awkwardly Ontario. "We've been in federal elections not too long ago and a new Prime Minister has been elected. We are currently in the middle of transition."
"Then who is the man we saw earlier?" asked England. Maybe he was getting old if he can't keep track of the politics around the world, especially if it was a country that is very close to him.
" He is the former PM. He is staying until the next one gets his ministers and party organized."
"Ok, so where is Mattie?" asked America because really that's the only reason he was here. Even with the threats going around, Mattie would never hurt him. They peacefully shared borders for years. What could change that? They were best bros."
"Mathew is currently abroad and making sure that the intentions of Canada are well understood."
"And those intentions are…?" wavered America who was slightly getting freaked out about the situation.
"Conflict," stated Ontario, " we are preparing our allies for conflict."
"W-what kind of conflict,' asked Italy with tears starting leaks from his eyes.
"Why would Mathew want conflict," asked France with eyes wide.
"The sort of conflict is unknown but with what we have heard in the news, it might be related to world domination. At least in an economic way. As for Mathew, that's a whole other story."
"We were not informed of this" perplexed England shocked by the revelations. " In fact, your government activity tried to keep other countries out and now you say that you are preparing for the worst
"Yes, because this situation must be taken with extreme caution!" exploded Quebec, "You don't know anything of what's happening here. So just go home, you'll just cause more trouble like you usually do."
At this moment, all at the same time, they realized that Canada resented them for a reason and for a long time. From what they could see those children, who somehow were also Canada, didn't trust any of them.
"Is this related to Canada-san fading?" acquired Japan. If it were the case the Japanese man knew that, as allies, they would have to intervene in some way even if the provinces did not wish to.
"One of the main promises that the new PM has made was to burn the Canadian Constitution and establish a new one in its place. He wants to get rid of the core that makes Mathew a country that is why we say that he will disappear." Replied Quebec as she desperately tried not to let her voice crack.
"We want to help." said firmly America. The superpower sat straight, his voice was full of determination and strength. It was hard for anyone not to take him seriously.
"What do you suggest then, Amerika?" smiled Russia, he truly was curious to what the younger nation had in mind. The last time the Russian had seen America so serious was during the Cold War.
"Well my dear commie bastard friend, Mattie's people are angry because they feel inferior to everyone else in the world, Right?" said America, giving everyone his best winner smile. "So, why don't show them that we do think that they are important and that they do play a role in the international affairs. We're going to stay here for a while and learn how those dudes work. Then, based on our research, we'll make a super amazing speech or something like that will convince them not to replace the constitution."
Murmurs erupted in the House of Common. America knew that his idea wasn't really fleshed out yet, but he knew that it would work. He could feel it. Making the impossible, possible was what the United States of America did best.
"So, guys, what do you think?" He asked hopefully as he looked at every nation around him.
"You actually came up with something realistic, what a surprise," chuckled England, "I call for a vote. Who are for, raise their hand."
Everyone did.
"YEAH, LET'S SAVE CANADA!" cheered America.
With that said, a new light of hope filled in the province's eyes. Yet, it would be foolish not to think that this adventure won't come with its darkness. After all, you can't expect anything less with their particular guests running around.