Disclaimer: Still don't own Hetalia.
Warnings: America, Mental Breakdowns, Extreme awesomeness.
Note from Russia: Forgive us for making Greece out to be a bit of an idiot. I actually quite like him, but, um... spoilers. *starts laughing maniacally*
Also. After this chapter, we're only continuing after a few people review, alright? We want some input! *waves pipe*
Third Person POV:
Suddenly, a gloved hand grasped China's pulling her up. She still had her eyes closed, scared that she was already dead. They snapped open, however, when she heard a familiar voice.
"Dude, China, what're you trying to do, get yourself killed?" Nope, definitely not in heaven. An irritated scoff from the campfire caught the American's attention. "Obviously not, you git! The stones are slippery over there! Now get back over here, or you'll be in a worse situation."
"Aw, Britain, you're worried about me!" America let go of China's wrist to poke at Britain's face.
"I always knew you both were meant for each other~!" China resisted the urge to facepalm at the sound of the French accent. "Shut up, frog!" The banter erupted into an argument between the two nations, and America took the chance to lead China back to the campfire.
"So, how did you guys find us?" Russia asked. Rather than answer honestly, however, America started into a recount of his "heroic exploits" and "daring escapes". Though Russia pretended to be amazed, it was fairly obvious to everyone – except America – that he was ready to strangle the younger nation.
Britain finally interrupted him, sitting down in between China and America. "Your pilot gave us the location of the Axis base, and from there it was fairly easy to track you. Oh, Russia…" The nation who had been eerily staring into space focused back in on Britain, a hint of murder in his eyes.
"I'm truly sorry. About Latvia." Russia instantly stood, turning away from the group. "I will be back in a moment." He said brusquely, barely bothering to conceal his rage. China blinked rapidly as he left. "I think he's gotten much better at controlling himself. Since Latvia died, I mean."
The other Allies nodded in agreement. There was silence for a moment before America spoke again.
"So, Britain, before we got here you were sayin' something about Estonia's research?" Britain visibly relaxed, glad for something else to think about.
"He's almost gotten to how the darkness takes over. After that, it's just a quick step to a cure." China growled slightly, suddenly snapping.
"You say that like it's so easy, but what about the lives we've lost? Latvia and Lithuania are dead, Britain! And my sister could be next, for all we know!" She made as if to punch Britain, who made no move to defend himself, but America held her back.
"China," He whispered, unheard by the other two. "Calm down. There's already been enough fighting. Please."
The girl calmed herself quickly, sitting back down and sighing. "Let's figure out a plan, then."
Time skip
Taiwan was jolted awake again by a loud gunshot, and the feeling of the carriage stopping. An outraged shout, followed by a few grunts. Were the Allies here already?
When the carriage was pried open, though, it turned out to be the smiling face of Finland. Taiwan instantly jumped out, looking around. The gunshot had been the horses being detached from the carriage – damn, was Finland a good shot. Sweden glanced up from tying the Italy brothers up to give her a sharp nod. The other three Nordics emerged from various hiding places, and Finland's smile only grew.
"Taiwan, Greece, welcome to my homeland!"
Taiwan's POV:
"What?" I stared straight at the five Nordics. "Well, come on." Finland offered his hand. I started to take it, but felt myself being picked up bridal style, suddenly reminded of Greece's presence. "Thanks for the rescue…" He mumbled, still half asleep. "Umm…" I looked up at the Greek, who obviously wasn't putting me down anytime soon.
"Relax!" Denmark started. "If one of us is carrying you, it'll look like we've captured you!" Norway punched the Dane's side. "Don't just blurt out our plan, dumbass." Denmark held his side in mocked pain as I giggled a little. Gunshots rang out, and Finland started to return fire as we all started running. Greece, however, took off in the opposite direction from the Nordics. "H-Hey Greece! Wrong way!" Ignoring my shouts, he just kept running.
Time skip
Third Person POV:
Russia sat by himself in the woods, away from the other allies. "Hey," America approached him, leaning against a nearby tree.
"What do you want?" Russia asked coldly, not moving his eyes from the inside of his scarf. "Woah, dude, what's got you so pissed off?" Russia sighed, irritated. "I shouldn't bother telling you."
"Oh come on, man, you can trust me!"
There was a quiet growl from the Russian. "Fine… It's just… It seems as though everyone is leaving me. Latvia and Lithuania are both gone, and Estonia didn't like me to begin with. Then, here comes Taiwan saying she wants to be my friend, and she gets kidnapped… For all we know, she's already dead." Russia buried his face deeper into his scarf.
"Dude, it's alright. I know how ya feel." The Russian looked up sharply, his glare sucking all the light from around him. "Nyet. You don't." America cursed under his breath, backing away from the sudden anger.
"I'm not losing anyone else. Whether or not you join me doesn't matter. Two have already gone, and I'm not going to risk this again." He drew the pipe from his coat, infuriated, and stormed off.
Time skip
Taiwan's POV:
There was a loud stomping sound coming towards us, but amazingly Greece didn't wake up. "Um –" Germany put a finger to my mouth. Because of Greece's apparent stupidity we had gotten captured again, but this time we were tightly bound.
"Japan." Germany gestured for the other nation to approach. When he didn't, the German turned around to see Japan on the ground, unconscious. He glances at me, and I shrug. Out of nowhere, Germany collapses as well, revealing a stunned China and an infuriated Russia. China untied me, helping me to my feet.
"Wait, we can't leave Greece." I walked over to the other nation, shaking him awake. "Greece! Greece, wake up!"
"Shh." He says for the umpteenth time. Again with this. "Wake. Up." He gets up ever-so-slowly, and we all start running through the trees. I don't know how long it took before we reached the Allied camp to cheers and shouts of victory.
China's POV:
"We're leaving." Russia stormed, startling me and causing me to fall from the tree I was perched in. I fell, landing on my side. A shock of pain raced up my arm, causing me to wince involuntarily.
"How did you even know I was out here?" I asked, annoyed to have been startled so easily. "We spend enough time together, I'm aware that you like trees." I sighed and shook my head.
"So, where are we going?" I asked, following after Russia. "We're going to save your sister." He replied simply. "Wait, they agreed on a plan?" I felt relieved at the thought, but that relief was shattered with his next word.
"No."
"No? Then WHY ARE WE LEAVING?" I shouted. Russia slapped a hand over my mouth.
"You want to help her, da? Then stay quiet and help me." He moved his hand back and I glared. "Do that again and you lose your fingers." I said. Either he ignored me or just didn't hear me; he just continued walking. I sighed.
"Do we even know where we're headed?" I asked. I hated to be the pessimist, but lately I had trouble being positive.
"Nyet." He replied simply. Wonderful.
"Alright, one more question, aru." I said, being absolutely serious.
"Are you drunk?" He laughed as if I was joking around. I mentally sighed. If I died, I was going to haunt him for the rest of eternity. I heard shouts in the distance. Great. The others were awake.
"They're going to kill us." I said. Apparently, he thought I was referring to the Axis.
"Correction. They're going to kill me and torture you." Russia said, being always the cheerful one. I rolled my eyes and kept walking. I don't know how far we got before we heard gunshots. Instinctively, I stopped, but Russia grabbed my arm to pull me forward. After what felt like an eternity, we saw a campsite. I hid and pulled Russia with me. "Alright, we just need to –" Without listening, Russia pulls out a tranquilizer gun and fires two nearly silent shots.
"Or you could do that…" I muttered, questioning where he even got the device. I ran to my sister, easily slicing through the rope holding her back. I immediately wrapped her in a hug.
"I'm so glad you're okay."