I feel my last chapter wasn't too funny, so I'll attempt to make it funnier in the next chapters.

But God damn, it'll be harder without our favorite Large Ham, nation!America.

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England had gone out to attend to business with the Queen, leaving America all alone again. He hugged Ronald, "Neh, do you think England will come back soon?"

The bunny twitched its nose and actually smiled at America.

America smiled back, "At least I'm not alone." He sighed, "Though it'd be nice to go outside again." He frowned, "But England would probably get mad or worried, and I don't want that to happen."

At that moment, a large crash sounded. America's head snapped in the direction of the crash. He quivered slightly, 'What was that?' He said, "Let's go investigate, Ronald!" Ronald jumped down from America's arm and ran with America.

Sealand rubbed his head, "Argh, maybe crashing through the window wasn't such a good idea."

Latvia trembled, "Russia-san will be mad once he finds out I snuck out."

Sealand said, "Don't worry, that big freak won't find out!" He stood up, brushing his pants. He then placed his hands on his hips and looked around, "Hmm, so this is the enemy's territory!" He laughed, "It'll be nothing compared to my future house!"

At that moment, Latvia noticed someone watching them from a corner. He flinched, "Sealand, there's someone here!"

Sealand turned his head quickly, "Is it that jerk, England?!" He let out a breath of relief once he realized it wasn't England, "Ah, never mind, it's just some kid!"

Latvia said meekly, "We're kids also, you know."

America looked at them warily, not as afraid since they were his size. He asked, "Who are you two?" It was a question that seemed to be asked a lot lately.

Sealand puffed out his chest, "I am Sealand, or Peter Kirkland! One day I shall rise up and become a powerful nation that even that jerk England will bow down to!"

America asked, more curious now, "You're related to England?"

Sealand said, "Yes, and I got all the awesome genes!"

America turned his attention to Latvia, "And who are you?"

Latvia said, "I am Latvia, but my name is Raivis Galante. P-pleased to meet you."

Sealand walked to America and demanded, "And who are you? Did you sneak into England's house also, or are you being held captive here?" His eyes widened, "Oh no, is that jerk bullying you?! Don't worry, I'll save you because I'll be doing it all the time when I become a powerful empire!" Sealand grasped America's hands, "So let's get you out of here!"

America protested, "I'm not being held captive. I'm staying with England under his care until I get fixed."

Sealand blinked, "What?" He made a face, "Who would want to hang with that guy willingly?" He asked, "Hey, what's your name?"

America replied, "My name is Alfred F. Jones, also known as America." He said, unsure, "Hmm, but maybe I shouldn't call myself America yet since I'm not really a country yet . . ."

While America was rambling, Latvia and Sealand were surprised.

Latvia said to Sealand, "Sealand, it's America, the world's current youngest superpower!"

Sealand exclaimed, "No way! America was a lot older than this kid and he had more personality to boot."

America snapped, "Hey, what do you mean by that?" Colony or not, he wouldn't take insults from people he didn't even know.

Sealand said, "You can't be serious!"

America replied, "It's true. I am currently my younger self due to a complicated accident, and England is taking care of me until this is fixed." He added, "If you don't believe me, you can ask your older brother."

Latvia whispered to Sealand, "I think he's telling the truth."

Sealand said, "Eeeeh . . . Alright, I trust you Latvia." He then exclaimed, "That's beyond cool!" He said to America, "I admire you a lot!"

America tilted his head, "Me?"

Sealand nodded, "Yeah! You're like an idol to me! You became a great nation that even that jerk England bows down to in such a short time! I want to be just like you! (1)"

America said, "A-ah, thank you? But I'm not really who I am right now to be technical so . . ." He shook his head, "Aaah, this is too confusing."

Sealand suggested, "Then don't think about it too much! Don't worry about the technicalities and you'll be fine! Life's no fun if you over-complicate stuff."

America looked up and then smiled, "Yeah, you're right! I shouldn't worry too much about it. (2)"

Both Sealand and Latvia blushed slightly at the positively radiant smile America sent them. Sealand said, "I-I'm always right!" He gave a confident smile. He then proceeded to ask, "Hey, come with us! We're going to look around England's place."

America blinked but then replied, "Sure?"

The trio had finished looking around the first floor and basement and were proceeding to go check out the second floor.

On the way up, America asked, "So, why do you guys want to know the layout of England's home?"

Sealand laughed heartily, "Every guy must know his enemy's base inside and out! That way, he has the upper hand in the fight."

America asked, "But what if you're not fighting in England's house?"

Sealand replied, "It doesn't matter, I still have the upper hand!"

America said, "Eeeh?" He was confused, but asking more probably wouldn't help. Besides he shouldn't think about it much.

They looked around more rooms. Sealand exclaimed as they reached England's bedroom, "Ah! The enemy's most sacred place! Come on, let's look for hidden traps or exits!" He dove into the room and began to poke around everything.

Latvia said, "We should hurry it up, Russia might get home!"

Sealand frowned, "I already told you, it'll be ok!"

America asked, "Russia . . ? Who is that?"

Latvia twiddled with his fingers, "E-erm . . . Russia is one of the great super-powers in the world. He's also my master of sorts, because he controls me and the other two Baltic nations."

America said, "So he takes care of you? Why are you so scared of getting in trouble with him then?" He wasn't afraid of getting in trouble with England because he knew England wouldn't be too mad with him.

Latvia shook, "R-Russia is a very scary person. He's always pressing on my head and bullying Lithuania!" He had tears in his eyes at this point, "Everyone is scared of him." He paused, "Well, except for you that is . . ."

America asked, "Huh?!" Judging from what Latvia had said, this Russia person was very scary. Right now, he was very scared. What kind of person did he grow up into?

Latvia said, "I've never seen you actually scared of Russia. You two are always fighting, like during the Cold War when you tried using psychological warfare involving condoms."

America resisted the urge to ask what he meant by psychological warfare involving condoms (whatever they were) because he had a feeling that he would regret asking. He said, "R-really? That's quite . . . stupid of me."

Latvia shook his head, "No, it was really amazing! I thought Russia was undefeatable and that everyone feared him, but when I saw you two arguing, it gave me hope that maybe . . . I could one day stand up to Russia as well. It was really inspiring and made me feel much better about life. So, thank you America. (3)" He gave a tentative smile at America.

America said, "I see . . . That's good." He thought, 'Wow, did I really grow up to be such an amazing person?' He bit his lip, 'But the way I am now . . . I can't see myself changing so quickly and drastically. Can I really become this great person?'

Later on that day, when Latvia and Sealand had left, America was quietly eating his dinner with England. He nodded every so often as England was rambling about his day, not really paying attention to anything.

After a bit, England noticed America was out of it. After all, he was picking at his food, instead of gobbling it down as he usually did. Concerned, England asked, "America, is everything alright? Your appetite doesn't seem as strong tonight."

"Huh?" America looked up at hearing his name. He replied, "Y-yes, everything is alright. I'm just not very hungry." He went back to fiddling with his food a bit before asking, "Neh, what kind of person did I become, England?"

England frowned, why was America asking something out of the blue? Did something happen to him? He asked, "Why do you want to know?"

America said, "I'm just curious."

England was silent for a bit. Should he answer America or lie? In the end, he decided to respond. England said, "The future you was a bit of an idiot, always charging head-first into things without thinking it through, getting involved in other's affairs, and calling himself a hero non-stop." Once England got started, he couldn't stop ranting, "He's always insensitive and can't read the atmosphere whatsoever! Plus he's always stuffing his face with something!"

He stopped once he saw America's disappointed face and quickly said, trying to amend his words, "A-ah but he had the best of intentions, was determined and never gave up, brave, and nearly undefeatable in combat! He was so friendly that he made friends with a whale and alien." He added with a wistful sigh, "You matured so fast into such a strong country. . ."

America's face had brightened up at the last few statements. He smiled, "I see. So, I wasn't perfect, but I was very heroic. Then it's not so impossible to become like that." He went over to hug England, "Thanks, that helped me out a lot."

England blushed bright red, "Y-you're welcome." He returned the hug loosely, a gentle smile on his face, 'I'm glad to have been of assistance.'

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The next day, England had departed again for more business. After America threw a small tantrum, England had promised to spend tomorrow with him. Again, America found himself playing with the birds that flew into the house through the window and Ronald. Standing at the open window, he hummed with the birds as they sung their melodies. After a bit, America noticed the bushes rustling and looked over at the area with caution. His fears were alleviated when Sealand and Latvia tumbled out. He ran to the window still and exclaimed, "Sealand, Latvia! You guys came again!"

Sealand waved as he ran up to the window, "Hey America! Did you get lonely without us?"

America replied, "No, the birds here kept me company."

Sealand blinked as he realized at least five birds were surrounding America. He exclaimed, "How did you do that?! You have to teach me that trick!"

America said, "Eh? But they just naturally come to me . . ." He turned to Latvia, "By the way, did you get in trouble Latvia?"

Latvia gave a weak smile, "Thankfully, no. Russia didn't notice I had left at all."

America smiled, "That's good!"

Sealand said, "Hey, we're going to stake out Japan's house! Want to come?"

America bit his lip, "I wish I could, but I can't leave England's house."

Sealand asked, "Why not?"

America said, "I would get in trouble if England knew about it!"

Sealand flicked his wrist, "So as long as he doesn't find out, there's no problem! Simple, see?" He pointed to Latvia, "Latvia's been alright, you should be too!"

America hesitated, "That's true but . . ."

Sealand begged, "Come on, it'll be fun!"

America gave in, "Oh, okay." He climbed up on top of the window still and jumped down with a soft 'thump.' Ronald followed his action and landed into America's waiting arms.

Latvia said, "Ah, is that your bunny?"

America nodded with a smile, "His name is Ronald! Say hi, Ronald!"

Latvia smiled at Ronald, "H-hi." Ronald gave him a killer glare in return. Latvia exclaimed, "Aaaah, I'm sorry! I'm sorry!!"

America frowned, "That's not very nice, Ronald." America apologized, "Sorry, it seems Ronald hates all my friends, especially England." He recalled the time when he was sitting on the couch with England, and Ronald had jumped right in between them, snapping his teeth at a shocked England.

Latvia said shakily, "D-don't worry about it."

Sealand said, eyes sparkling, "Come on, let's go already!"

America asked, "What sort of person is Japan?"

Sealand said, "I have no clue."

"Eh?"

Sealand replied, "He's a pretty reclusive country, so I don't know much about him. The only time I saw him was when I snuck into one of the World Conferences. He was the only guy who responded to me when I greeted him."

America said, "So he's a nice person?"

Sealand replied, "Dunno. He's friends with England, though, so that makes him my enemy as well!"

America said, "But I'm England's friend also . . ."

Sealand waved his hand, "No, you're different!"

America blinked, "How?"

Sealand replied, "You're the same age as us right now!"

'. . . That's all it took?'

Sealand added, "And you're pretty cool, also."

America blushed and said, "A-ah, thanks."

Sealand grinned, "It's true!"

Latvia informed them, "Guy's, we're at Japan's house."

Sealand said with an excited look, "Nice! Come on everyone, let's move out!"

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1 – I have NO clue if Sealand feels this way about America or their history together, but I thought that they were pretty similar to each other. I mean, America wasn't official country, like Sealand, but became pretty powerful in a short time compared to the other countries. Plus, he was also kind of England's little brother, like Sealand. I figured, 'Hey, wouldn't Sealand admire him then?' And hence what resulted.

. . . Why do I feel like this didn't make a lot of sense?

2 – And thus, America started down his road to becoming the forward, headstrong hero we all know and love.

3 – Again, I'm just making this up as I go along. And Latvia doesn't know of Belarus and Russia's relationship, or so I think. At least not in this story. But I can just imagine how much more inspired he would be if he did. –laughs–

J.A.L: THE FUNNY NEVER CAME! *jumps out the window while crying*

Jay: *shocked* Holy crap, J.A.L. jumped!

Johanna: *doesn't care* So?

Jay: Shouldn't we help her?

Johanna: Nah. *hands Jay cake* Here, let's enjoy this instead.

Jay: *bright smile* Oh, okay!