I'm totally sorry! My internet stopped working and stuff :D Also, I'm just having a rough time with family, school, friends, etc. *sighs* Life is a bitch, isn't it?

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China POV

I looked around hesitantly looked around, then took one of the dolls on my hand. They were so intricate, each seemed hand painted. They were adorable.

"I'd figure you would be here," Belarus's voice came behind me. I hastily placed the doll back, as it wobbled slightly, and whirled around.

"What are you doing h-here aru?" I asked.

"Lets see... I live here remember?" Belarus replied snidely.

"..." I looked down, slightly embarrassed.

"So where is he?" She asked, walking in, taking a seat on the sofa. I shrugged. She patted a spot next to me. I looked at her hesitantly. "I'm not going to bite," She rolled her eyes at me.

"I-I know that aru," I said, sitting down next to her.I quickly buttoned my shirt correctly.

"Did he say anything?" She demanded, facing me.

I looked down, "Yes aru, he did," I said in a low voice.

"Well...?"

"Well what aru?" I asked irritated.

"What did he say?" She started off for me.

"The truth aru," I replied. She gave me a curious look.

"Well, he said that he was sorry aru," I started. She nodded. "And he cleared everything up for me," I added.

"Explain." She demanded straight out.

"What is there to explain? He did all those nice things out of pity, he was surprised to think that I wanted a romantic relationship, and he doesn't hate me or love me aru," I concluded.

"If he doesn't hate you or love you...then what does he think of you?" She pointed out.

"He thinks of me the same way thinks about everyone else aru," I muttered, bringing my knees to my chest.

"As much as I dislike you, I feel bad for you," She murmured, crossing her arms, sinking into the sofa.

"Can I ask why you are doing this aru?" I asked tentatively.

"Why you don't want me to help you?" She raised her eyebrow at me.

"N-no, I mean, of course I do aru, I just want to know why-"

"It's complicated," She said flatly. It was quiet.

"Oh, Bela, you're here da," Russia noted from behind us. She nodded, not even turning around. I did though. He was holding a kit, with Ukraine and Lithuania behind him.

"Sorry to keep you waiting da, I had trouble finding this," He explained, holding up the first aid kit. I nodded.

"Thank you aru," I murmured, as he knelt down beside me. Ukraine and Belarus talked quietly beside us. Every time Ukraine would move her breasts would make noises, which was awkward.

Russia opened the kit and stared at it. "Ano..." He tilted his head. He seemed stuck.

Lithuania stood next to him, unsure whether to explain to him.

"Russia aru?" I asked. I couldn't help not smiling. He obviously had no idea what he was doing at all aru.

"Hnn?" He said, picking up tweezers, examining them.

"Do you know what to do aru? At all?" I asked. He shook his head. I laughed.

"Lithuania, can you get an ice pack for me?" I asked. I rolled up my sleeve, seeing the exposed cut.

"Belarus..." Ukraine muttered in disapproval, looking at my cut, moving closer.

"I know, I said sorry," She snapped, irritated.

"Do I need stitches aru?" I mused. The blood was dry, but hadn't scabbed yet. My whole arm felt numb, but I think it was okay.

"Probably not, it's a clean shallow cut," Belarus observed. I nodded. Russia stayed quiet.I took out the proper things from the huge kit which seemed to have everything. Lithuania came back with an ice pack.

"China-san, do you need help," I shook my head. I clean the dry blood off and sanitized the cut. I grimaced as it stung. Lithuania helped me wrap the wound tightly. Everyone was silent. I pressed the ice against my bruises, alternating every few minutes.

"Um...I should really get going, Xie Xie aru..." I muttered, standing up. "Can I keep the ice pack though?" I asked. Russia looked up at me.

"So soon?" He asked. "Why don't you stay for dinner da?"

"No thank you aru, my family will probably burn the house down...along with with everything in it..." I shuddered. Plus I couldn't stand another minute here.

"Okay China," Ukraine nodded agreeably.

"Russia, don't you have anything to tell him?" Belarus hinted. I sighed. Russia looked evidently confused.

"Lithuania, Ukraine," Belarus said in a quiet voice. They both turned. "Can you please escort China to the door please?" She crossed her arms staring at Russia who seemed to tremble. Or maybe I was seeing things. The sisters both exchanged looks for a moment and nodded at once.

I followed them to the hallway, stopping right in front of the door. "China, I hope you come again," Lithuania said in a nervuos manner. I stepped out, greeted with the chilly afternoon air.

"Actually, I'd rather not aru," They both looked at me sympathetically, but then nodded.

They watched me walk for a second and then shut the door quietly. The rays of the sun peaked through the tall trees and I sighed, wrapping my arms around my waist. It was cold.

I suddenly heard a crash from Russia's house. Startled, I turned around. I frowned, hoping Belarus wouldn't do anything to Russia. I turned back around, continuing my walk back home.

I sauntered slowly, looking around. It gradually got warmer, till I saw my home. I could hear my family bickering from outside. I sighed.

"Get off me!- You started it!- EVERYONE JUST SHUT UP!- And who are you to talk?- Oh yea, China is here everyone...-WHAT?" Everyone yelled at once. I laughed once in amusement as I walked up the steps of my house slowly. I would give them a few minutes, I decided.

"Taiwan, shove everything in the closet! Hong Kong, straighten the furniture! Thailand, try to hide that! Vietnam, turn on something about pandas!" I heard Japan say hastily, his voice muffled slightly.

"A show?" Vietnam asked quickly.

"Nat Geo, I don't know!" Japan replied abruptly. I heard furniture creaking, things being moved, quiet orders and directions.

"What do I do Japan?" Korea asked in a sweet voice.

"Nothing!" Everyone hissed at him at the same time. I grinned. I gave them a few minutes, leaning against the door. I toyed with the ice pack in my hand before throwing it. It landed softly in one of the bushes. I would pick it up later. I closed my eyes and breathed deeply.

"...hey, Japan, did you see Gege or were you imagining it?" Tawain asked.

"N-no, I did see him!" Japan insisted. I smiled, knocking on the door three times.

"That's him," Japan said knowingly. Hong Kong opened the door, expressionless as usual. He looked at me for a moment then went back to sit on the couch. I entered the living room. It seemed relatively clean, no, too clean. Everyone was sitting on the couch in a neat little row, far too tense to enjoy the show that was airing on the television. I smiled.

"So what did I miss aru?" I asked, inspecting the room thoroughly.

"Oh, nothing ana," Thailand replied pleasantly. Everyone nodded warily. I sighed. It seemed fine. I careful surveyed the room. They did a good job.

I walked back into the hallway, about to enter the kitchen. Which was blocked by a curtain. It was never blocked by a curtain.

"A-ano...Is there anything you need from there?" Thailand asked, blocking the way.

"No, nothing aru, I just want to check it, that's all," I smiled.

"Um...I'll check for you Aniki!" Korea cut in, also blocking the way.

"And you guys are not at all acting suspicious aru," I replied sarcastically.

"Why would we?" Tawain laughed nervously, standing up.

"Okay, everyone move aru," I said firmly.

"But-"

"Now," I crossed my arms. They parted unwillingly. I tore off the curtain they must have put up and held my breath.

And it was just what I expected. A Disaster. Mess. Hazard even.

"..." I didn't say anything, but walked in. Almost everything that I carefully organized on the shelves were on the floor. Jars were broken, spices decorated the floor in colorful splotches, and the sink was filled with pots and pans. I bit my lip, as my anger rose. Many dishes were broken and cracked eggs were everywhere. Unknown negetables and fruits stained the walls. I stayed silent as I felt there tension rise. I opened the fridge. There was nothing really, just a dripping milk carton, egg shells, and more smashed fruit and vegetables. The stove, once white and gray, was now burned black. There was a pot on it, which i could probably save on it. I tried to remove it.

The whole top of the stove came off with it. I dropped it on the floor. The bang echoed in the silent room. I turned to my family, who all flinched as I glared at them.

"What. Happened. To. My. Kitchen. Aru?" I asked through clenched teeth. No one said a word. I took one step toward them. In unison, they all took a step back. It was secretly amusing, and I made a mental side note to laugh later.

Korea put his hands ups, as if to calm me down, "Now, now, Aniki, you are just overreacting," He spoke cautiuosly. I sighed and turned around, facing my now ruined kitchen again. Korea seemed to take this as a perfect time to explain. "You see, I wasn't in any of this. It was all their fault. I told them to not do anything but..." He continued his excuse.

"It's okay aru," I smiled tightly, turning to Korea. His eyes widened.

"Wh-what Aniki? I-I knew you'd understand!" He rejoiced and seemed very relieved.

I nodded along with him, "Yes aru, I'm glad you understand that I have every right to murder you right now." Before he could react, I jump on him.

Hong Kong managed to pry me off of him. "Let go of me! Dammit aru!" I threw my arms around, attempting to smack anyone I could.

"Ch-china, please calm down," Japan pleaded.

I huffed, stopping. "Yea, calm down aru. Sure, why not! I leave you guys alone for a few hours. And yet you guys manage to ruin the whole kitchen aru! The kitchen out of all the places!" I ranted. Hong Kong put me down. I glared at everyone, before leaving the room.

"This mess better be gone when I come back aru," I muttered under my breath. I stormed out of the kitchen, till I was in my room. I closed the door and collapsed on my bed. I would check what else they did to the house later. Calm yourself, calm yourself, I chanted in my head. Think of pleasant thoughts. Like food. Then I thought about the mess downstairs. Wait, never mind aru. Like dolls. Dolls and sunflowers. Sunflowers and Russia's smile. Russia's innocent, childish smile aru...

I smacked myself. That was the most pathetic thought ever. I sat up and changed into more comfortable, blood-free traditional clothes. I tied my hair again, and splashed cold water on my face. Time to face the mess downstairs.

I groaned inwardly, "I'm too old for this aru," I whined to myself.

Too old. Huh. What if Russia didn't like me because I am too old? I mean everyone teases me about my age aru, but what if it caused Russia to not find me...likable? I hit myself on the head. Why was I trying to find excuses? He states them clearly.

I hurried down the stairs before my mind would think up of more unwanted thoughts.

Lol, I had fun typing parts of this chapter xD (shout-out to Kari ;D)

P.S: National Geography is awesome. -shot-