AN: Thanks everyone for reading and please review! I promise Russia's appearance in the next chapter!

China's POV

"You boyfriend," She replied, a devious smile on her face. The plates Japan were carried clattered to the table loudly. Everyone's jaw dropped.

"My what aru?" I said in shock.

"Boyfriend," She said smugly.

"Wh-what? H-he's…brother…. No! Just… what aru?" My mouth opened and closed as I tried to form the right sentence.

"B-Belarus-san, may I ask why?" Japan asked tentatively, astonished. Thailand silently continued clearing the table.

"It's the perfect plan." She grinned.

"What do you mean plan aru?" I asked suspiciously.

"You agreed to let me help you," She filled in, crossing her arms smugly.

"With what Gege?" Taiwan cut in confusion.

"I said 'whatever' aru, I didn't agree with you," I reminded her.

"Just have a little faith, will you?"She snapped angrily, "You're being so pessimistic. I thought you believed in your love for Nii-san and the way you're acting doesn't really show it,"

I leaned back in my chair, looking away. Did I have anything to lose anymore? No, not really aru…And she was right, I shouldn't give up so easily aru…but if I don't then that would mean I would allow myself to hope again, to believe that Russia would love me back aru. I swallowed. And just get heartbroken all over again…

-I pressed my mouth against his urgently, holding his scarf with one hand to pull him closer. He had to see it coming.

My eyes drifted close. I never tried kissing him back...but it was nice. I crushed myself closer to him, hoping he would respond. Or just go along with it. His hands hovered in the air for a second, but wrapped around my waist, bringing me even closer. I shivered, as I felt a sudden jolt. For now it seemed like he wanted me.-

My throat felt tight and my eyes blurred. I wiped them quickly, drawing in a shaky breath. Maybe…maybe he still does want me aru…I let myself to think. Maybe this time it'll be different aru.

"Okay," I said throatily before clearing it, "I'll hear you out aru. What's your plan?"

"To make Russia jealous," My siblings slowly composed themselves as they began making sense of what was going on and Belarus eagerly continued, "I've been studying all your behavior patterns lately, and Japan seems to be the one most compatible with China." Japan turned a brilliant shade of red and Thailand coughed uneasily, "No one will be suspicious of you two dating. Eventually Russia will get jealous and realize just how much China means to him," There was a weird glint in her eyes.

"Wait, what the hell?" Taiwan asked.

"This doesn't make sense," Vietnam shook her head.

"I sorta get it ana," Thailand said slowly, shaking her though, in disbelief.

"Russia doesn't do so well with loneliness and seeing China with someone else and happy will drive him crazy," Belarus continued.

"I can't do it aru! Are you crazy?" I asked, standing up. She turned to me coldly. My voice faltered but I continued, "I could never trick him like that! The plan is stupid, he won't fall for it!" I rejected.

"Yao-nii is hurting! There is no way he could act up and pretend to be dating Japan!" Vietnam said in my defense, "He's trying to get over Russia, and doing this won't help him!"

"Hey don't I get a say in this-" Japan tried protesting weakly.

"You guys think that China trying to fight for Russia will make him hurt more? I think not. In fact I think it would make him hurt less knowing that he is trying everything he can," Belarus said firmly. I looked down at my lap, biting my lip as my heart throbbed painfully in my chest. I so badly wanted to go with it, listen to her. Just try one more time aru…

"What do you mean? Like one last chance or something?" Vietnam asked, shaking her head.

"Hey guys, don't you realize something?!" Korea's eyes lit up and he stood up, "We can totally use this plan and get revenge on Russia!" He rubbed his hands together excitedly. Belarus shot him a dark look and he slowly sank back down. I bit my lip, contemplating.

"In that case, I think you should do it ana," Thailand grinned.

"Yea! Make him see how it feels," Taiwan agreed, "That'll get him to confess for sure,"

"Don't you guys get it aru?" I sighed, "He said he doesn't love me,"

"Come on China," Belarus coaxed. I looked at her strangely, "He only SAID he doesn't love you,"

"And?" Vietnam inquired.

"I know he still loves you, and he is hurting too. I'm his sister, I know. This morning Nii-san didn't bother coming down for breakfast and Latvia says he's been drinking vodka since you left. He's been in a terrible mood. You don't have to get him to love you, he already does. Just to get him to admit it. One last time?" The intensity of her gaze at me told me she wasn't lying.

And that if I didn't agree with her would be very unpleasant.

"Okay aru," I said slowly, swallowing the lump in my throat, "If you think it's going to work, then I'll try one last time. I agree to your plan," For now aru. Everyone but Japan nodded thoughtfully.

"I can't be your 'boyfriend'," Japan murmured quietly.

"It's okay Japan, I give my consent aru," I reassured.

"I still don't agree," He was looking down at his lap, talking softly.

"It'll be fine. What's the matter aru?" I noticed his frame starting to tremble.

"I don't give my consent," He said in a small voice. His bangs shadowed most of his face.

"I think you do," Belarus said darkly.

"Belarus stop it aru" I warned, "What's wrong Japan? Are you nervous?"

"No…It just feels wrong to Gree- ah! Nevermind!" He covered his face in his hands, blushing.

"You mean Greece?" Taiwan gasped.

"Is he more than a friend aru?" I asked, realizing immediately. Japan didn't answer.

"Then he can be told of the plan too," Belarus sighed brushing it off, not taking it as big of news as we were all, "Well, I'm coming back in a few hours. Ukraine will be wondering where I am. Thanks for the meal," She walked out, unexplained.

The minute the door closed we all took turns bombarding Japan with questions. It turned out he didn't tell anyone about it, it was only official for about a week, and the dates were quiet subtle so no one suspicious about them.

"I-I have to meet Greece-san this afternoon," He added faintly.

"A date? How adorable!" Taiwan crooned.

"You can tell him about it and make sure he is okay aru. If he isn't then-"

" I can be Aniki's boyfriend!" Korea cut me off.

"Never in my next four thousand years aru," I growled.

"You forgot Yao-nii is mad at you," Japan smiled, "I have to go get changed," He added before leaving. Slowly my family started to disperse, leaving only me with my troubled thoughts and Hong Kong.

I sighed heavily. Russia. I rested my elbows on the table, burying my face in my hands. If this plan didn't work I wondered what I would do. And Belarus had been so vague. If this plan was to be a successful one, it was going to get more and more complicated. Belarus was so convinced Russia still loves me, even though he clearly explained it was pity that drove him to do all those kind things. Like breaking my heart. My chest ached slightly.

"The plan will work," Hong Kong said in a firm voice. My head shot up in surprise. Hong Kong's arms were crossed and his dark brown eyes gazed at me with intense confidence. I stared back. He sensed my insecurities.

"Really aru?" I meant to sound nonchalant, but my voice sounded weird. My throat felt thick with tears. I swallowed. He nodded curtly. I broke his gaze and got up, about to enter the living room when Japan fled down the stairs.

"Good-bye Yao-nii!" He said rushed, "Greece-san is expecting me, and I'll be home early,"

Taiwan raced down the steps, "Just a little eye liner! Please! It'll bring out the color of your eyes!" She cried. He threw open the front door and slammed it right in her face.

"Gege!" She through her arms out, exasperated, "You could've stopped him! Eyeliner would've been the perfect touch!" She stormed up the stairs

"He let you dress him at least," Vietnam's giggle floated down the stairs.

I shook my head and sighed.

A week past and my kitchen was rebuilt, refurnished, and restocked. I sighed happily as the last of the work crew left. The walls smelled of fresh paint and the counters still gleamed in newness. I let my fingers brush over them.

"What should I make first?" I wondered to myself. I glanced up at the new wall clock. Barely afternoon and everyone was out except for Japan and Belarus.

Belarus rarely went home nowadays. She said she liked the 'feel' of my home.

Our relationship had changed a lot over the short period of time. It almost felt like we were…not exactly friends, but something like that. She made space in Japan's Manga Room for a single bed for herself and Taiwan's and Vietnam's closets contained a few of Belarus's change of clothes.

Belarus stood next to me, inspecting the new immaculate kitchen, "You really like cooking?" She asked.

"Yes. Did you barely notice that aru?" I said in a slow sarcastic voice, and then quickly added, "And it's a good thing too. You've seen my family's appetite. The kitchen if the most important room in any household for me" I said matter-of-factly.

"So destroying the kitchen was like…murdering a family member or something?" She asked.

"…"

Japan walked in, murmuring to his phone softly, "Yes, I'll ask them right now," He pulled the phone away from his ear, "Are you busy right now Yao-nii?" I shook my head "Greece-san is wondering if you can join us this afternoon. He wants to talk to you about-,"

"I'm coming too," Belarus answered for me. I gave an annoyed glance at her, but didn't say anything.

"Yes, Belarus-san is joining us too," He spoke to the phone, "I guess I'll see you in a while? Hmm…yes…I-," He blushed, "Yes, I l-love you too," He rushed in a half-mouthed half-whispered voice so we wouldn't overhear and hung up quickly. Belarus and I smirked.

An hour later Japan led us to the top of a grassy hill. The sky was slightly cloudy and an occasional pleasant breeze past. Greece was waiting there, sitting down, a light gray cat resting on his lap. There was a dozen or so cats surrounding him or wandering around.

"Kawaii aru," I crooned, placing my basket down and picked up a spotted brown and white cat. It meowed curiously, "I made spring rolls aru. Try some aru!" I told Greece. Japan nodded encouragingly.

"I helped too," Belarus added. Greece paused for a moment after she said that, before taking a bite.

"It's good," He said. He bit off a piece, offering it to the cat that was on his lap. It sniffed it, stretched and wandered away.

We had a light conversation; Greece told us a bit about the ruins and mythology. The way Japan sat next to him could've easily passed them off as good friends, but there was an intimate way they interacted. Greece occasionally brushed the bangs out of Japan's eyes as he spoke. My chest ached dully and a quickly took a sip of green tea I had brought along.

"So," Belarus said. She wiped her hands and mouth delicately with a napkin. She gently blew across her tea and took a sip, "You wanted to talk about my plan," She told Greece.

"Hmm? Yea," He said, "How long is Japan and China going to pretend they are in a relationship?" He spoke in an unhurried voice.

"Until Russia notices and accepts his feelings towards China," She said briskly.

"How long will that take?" Greece's eyebrows drew up in a frown.

"I don't know aru," I answered honestly, looking down.

"Oh," He said, contemplating something.

"But not for long," Belarus assured.

"I guess so then," Greece shrugged.

"So this means you two can't really be that intimate in public," Belarus said to Japan and Greece, "And China and Japan are going to go on pretend dates and things," Greece's frown grew more pronounced.

"Wait, I can't be with him?" He asked slowly.

"Well, you can, but I suggest not that often," Her eyes narrowed. Greece tensed but looked disappointed. The cat hopped on his lap and looked at him curiously. He stroked it absentmindedly.

"Belarus, we only have to act in front of Russia aru! Of course they can be with each other aru! You know how good they are at being discreet," I nudged Japan who blushed.

"Well, I guess so," Belarus said. Greece eyed him meaningfully and they stood up, walking till they were barely in hearing distance from Bela and I sitting on the grass.

"Is this okay with you?" I heard Japan murmur. Greece though for a moment before replying.

"Are you okay with it?" Greece asked Japan. Japan paused and I felt his eyes on me. I casually picked at a dandelion among the grass.

"Yes. I can't bear to see him so hurt," Japan replied. I really did turn into a mess for a while, "You remember we were about to start a world meeting and we found China covered in cuts and bruises a week and a half ago?" Greece nodded.

"Actually," Belarus interrupted loudly and they looked up startled. They didn't know we were overhearing their conversation. I coughed awkwardly.

"That was me," She explained, "I was the one who hurt him…um, physically," It took a moment for them to register this. Both their eyes widened.

"Why?" Japan asked.

"I thought he deserved it for taking my happiness but I realized...Nii-san loves China. And China loves Nii-san. I couldn't destroy something like that. And I've changed," She turned to me.

"I'm sorry China," She said softly, "This is why I want to help you" She looked at me, her eyes burning. Japan and Greece still looked at hey quizzically, not yet grasping what she meant.

"It's complicated aru," I explained to them.

"Anyways, did you remember his expression that day?" Japan asked quietly. Greece shuddered visibly and Belarus looked down, her face clouded.

"It's like Nii-san's heart is like an on and off switch. Sometimes I wonder if it even exists," Belarus sighed, staring up at the sky. I brought my knees to my chest, biting my lip but didn't say anything.

"I wonder if he knows it exists, aru," I wondered out loud.

"So you want to do this plan?" Greece clarified.

"It's only an act, I've only seen him and an older brother, nothing more. So Greece-san, will you help my brother?" Japan asked, pleading. He gazed intensely at him. Greece stroked his cheek affectionately.

"I'm going to miss you," He muttered. Belarus grinned, satisfied.

"It isn't like I'm stealing him aru," I laughed, "You two can still date you know. We're just going to act around Russia, that's all," I reassured. Belarus got up, gazing at the setting sun. It had gotten chilly.

"So I suppose that's that," She said, ending our conversation, "Thank you Greece, for doing this," He slowly got up. The cat hopped of his lap, and walked off. Japan and I put away everything into the picnic basket.

"You guys go on ahead, Japan will catch up," Greece said, grabbing his hand as we were leaving. Belarus and I exchanged a quick glance at each other.

"Hurry, I need to get dinner started, aru," We both walked quickly and sneaked a glance behind us.

Greece was holding Japan's face in place as Japan squirmed a bit uncomfortably. He said a few incoherent words and Japan went still, allowing himself to get kissed. It lasted about five seconds before he pulled away and stumbled after us. Belarus gave him a smug look.

Giripan is so cute. Writing about them was fun =v=||| I personally think Taiwan and Vietnam are yaoi fans too~ 8D Please Review!