Sweet... It didn't take as long as I thought it would. XD Enjoy. ^^

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"Hm? What pattern would that be, America?" England asked, a little worried by America's tone.

"Well..." America said, "Russia at first seemed to be in full control of Canada, now, there seems to be a pattern of 'Do as I say' back and forth between Russia and my bro"

Russia's eyes grew a little, America was right; he was losing control of Canada. The more the days passed by, the more Canada was slipping out of his control.

Canada was proud of himself to hear this; this meant that he would be able to escape from Russia in no time if he kept it up.

"We'll just have to fix that" Russia said as he attached a collar, with a leash, around Canada's neck.

"Where the he** did he get that!" England shrieked.

"W-What's this?" Canada asked fearing the worst for what little freedom he had left.

"This, is going to be on you twenty four seven. I will be the one holding the end of the leash taking you almost everywhere I go. You will find out more about it in the near future, perhaps" Russia grinned, enjoying his superiority.

"B-But, is this necessary?"

"Da"

Canada was now a real servant; he didn't have any freedom whatsoever. Knowing Russia though, he would find a way to worsen Canada's punishments just by using this collar and leash. Twenty four seven... this meant that he'd have to keep this on during sleep, when he eats, when he wants to go somewhere, and most times Russia would be there. Even after Canada had been nice to Russia he still treated him like a threat... Is Russia afraid of me? Canada stared at Russia. ...No, he's afraid of something else, losing power perhaps.

England sighed.

"Can't we get through a meeting without jumping to a completely different subject?" He said as he placed his hand on the side of his head, almost like a half face-palm.

"Did I just make things worse?" America questioned himself staring at the collar around Canada's neck.

"Git! Don't ignore me!"

"No really England! Russia, I told you, you should be nicer to Canada!"

"I am, I'm not going to hurt him for trying to tell me what to do" Russia chuckled, "Now, if you excuse us we need to go home now. Come baltics"

"Y-Yes sir" The baltics said together.

So, Russia, the baltics and Canada headed to the door, Canada giving the others one more look of worry before they exited the room and building, making their way home. Canada felt a little embarrassed to have to be on a leash like a dog, he couldn't just simply undo it either. The collar was attached to the leash and the collar had a small flat metal lock on it with a keyhole. Canada had no idea how or where Russia got it, he had never seen it in any of the countries before... or maybe Russia just made it himself for some reason. Either way it didn't matter much, Canada had to figure out how to get out of this mess before thinking about any other of his previous plans to be set free. Because Canada was behind Russia as they walked, he couldn't see his face, but he thought for sure the man was smiling, enjoying Canada's misery. He could hear Russia cough from time to time, they were small coughs though so, he was probably going to be fine sooner or later, that is, if being wet from that water balloon didn't make him sick again.

"Kyaaaaa~!" came a girls voice suddenly.

Canada glanced in the direction it came from. It was Hungary, and she was with Austria. This day only got worse for Canada. The blush on his face grew as he looked away from the couple.

"Russia, are you claiming your man the forceful way?"

Russia gave Hungary a strange look before looking back at Canada. He watched him, waiting to see if he'd say anything to Hungary's comment... nothing. Canada didn't care much to what Hungary or Austria or anybody would have said right now too much, he was more focused on how ridiculous he must have looked. Russia was a little disappointed in this; he was looking forward to seeing Canada's troubled face become more troubled. He looked back at Hungary with a smile.

"нет, He's just a trouble maker" Russia said.

Russia immediately tugged on the leash making Canada walk forward, letting him know they were moving again. Canada did not make eye contact with Austria or Hungary as he passed them. This is horrible... How can I escape if he's constantly watching me?

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Once home, the baltics entered the house along with Russia and Canada. Everyone, except Russia, took their coats and boots off and awaited Russia's orders.

"Wait Matvey" Russia said before Canada could take his own coat and boots off, "You'll need those still"

Russia turned to look at the baltics.

"Lithuania, cook... Latvia, clean... and Estonia, shovel the snow around my house" Those were the orders given by Russia.

Canada still waited for Russia to tell him what to do now. Russia only turned to the door and opened it again. He exited the house taking Canada with him. The two walked down the path from Russia's house to a small town not too far from them. Was Russia intentionally trying to get Canada to break down in tears? Well, Canada wasn't about to let Russia have his way like that, leash or no leash. Surprisingly, no one stared. Canada looked around to see if even one person was looking, he'd get a glance every once in a while but other than that. No pointing, no staring, and only a little gossiping, but not about him. Were people here used to seeing this kind of thing? Even so, Canada didn't feel too uncomfortable at the moment, which was good, for him.

"Ivan...?" Canada said softly.

"Da?"

"Where are we going?"

"You'll see"

After that, Canada remained quiet during the remainder of the trip to wherever they were heading. It was a long enough walk; it gave Canada some time to think. Is it really necessary for Russia to be so controlling? I mean... I know I tried to tell him what to do once in a while, but that's no reason why he should treat me like this.

"We're here" Russia said.

Canada looked up at the store name. He couldn't read it due to it being in Russian, but once he entered the store, he found the place was a flower shop. Tulips, Lilies, Roses, etc. But the one kind of flower Russia had his eyes on, were the sunflowers.

"Don't you already have some at home?" Canada asked.

Russia did not answer, he just smiled as he stared at his favourite flower. Finally, he looked at Canada. Canada was a little amazed at Russia's smile, not creepy, not too happy, not sad... but, calm, sweet.

"Matvey" He said as he looked back at the flowers. He took one in his hand, still smiling, "This is where I come to get my sunflowers, it makes me feel relaxed... and happy"

"Happy enough to let me go?" Canada joked.

Russia giggled too. Russia, he seems so at peace when he's around sunflowers. It really is his favourite flower... and for a good reason too. Also, it seemed that Russia's flu was gone. This made Canada feel better. Knowing Russia would be ok now.

"So... why did you bring me here, Ivan?" Canada asked.

Russia looked back at Canada, then handed him the sunflower.

"Here"

Canada felt his face burning again. He tried to ignore the blush growing on his face, but he just couldn't. Then, he reached for the sunflower, and gently took it from Russia. This flower, it has the power to sooth the beast inside of Russia... but... he's not a beast, I know that now. Canada then smiled too. He felt that being there, in that calm beautiful store, with Russia... it was peaceful... peaceful...? With Russia? The thought of this would confuse America for sure, but not Canada. He felt Russia did have a good side to him, even if he did take all of Canada's freedom.

"Ivan..." Canada said softly as his eyes peeked from the flower to Russia.

"Da?"

"I... I love this place, it's so peaceful here"

"Da, it is... but, we must go now"

"Eh? W-Why?"

Canada didn't really want to leave this shop especially not so suddenly, Russia was so happy here, it made Canada happy.

"I need to go visit China" Russia smiled, this time much more childish than calm or sweet, "I'm going to make him become one with me one way or another"

Become one... That's what Russia usually asked everyone, mostly China. Though, China would always say no. Sometimes if Russia harassed him enough the poor man would start to yell at him. Canada's heart, it hurt. Canada didn't understand it. Why was he so jealous of China? Russia turned and left the store, Canada following behind. Canada didn't want to go though; he didn't want to have to watch Russia annoy China into becoming one with him, but, Russia did say 'we' which meant both of them. Canada sighed quietly. Being his favourite, it hurts me more than just physically... Canada said nothing to Russia, just listened to the soft snow crunch beneath his feat and the people around him talking about various things. I feel so, torn... why do I have to be jealous of China?...Am I-

"Matvey" Russia said.

Canada looked up at Russia, his heart jumped too quickly to fill itself with hope. Canada cursed in his head at his stupid emotions; they were confusing him, yet, giving him an answer he couldn't believe.

"Pick up the pace, Matvey~ My hands are getting cold"

"Oh?"

Just for that brief moment Canada decided to forget about China and caught up with Russia until he was right in front of him.

"Ah?" Russia stared curiously at Canada as he took off Russia's leather gloves, "What are you doing?"

Canada didn't answer him, he cupped Russia's hand together in his own and breathed on them, warming them up with his breath. Russia raised an eyebrow.

"...I put you on a leash and you still insist on trying to find ways to soften my heart for you?"

"No, I mean... нет, My papa used to warm my hands when they were cold, so, I thought I'd do the same for you"

Canada continued warming Russia's hands with his breath, then rubbed his hands together to help keep them warm.

"This will not get you your freedom, Matvey-"

"-Ivan..." Canada interrupted. Russia's eyes grew a bit, "I'm not trying to gain my freedom back from this"

"Then, what do you want?"

"C-Can't you just accept that someone's being nice to you without having to question them?"

"нет, I can't"

"Why not?"

Russia glared, his peaceful side lost again.

"Because people are only nice to you if they want something from you? Now, what do you want?"

Canada's eyes lowered to Russia's hands. He decided it best if he just finished it off. Canada gently kissed Russia's hands before letting them go. When he looked back at Russia however, Russia just gave him a stunned expression.

"Um... my papa would always kiss my hands after he was done, too..."

Canada gave Russia back is gloves and watched Russia stare at them for only a moment before taking them and putting them back on.

"Are they warmer now?" Canada asked as he averted his eyes from Russia.

Russia just stared at his hands, no expression. This made Canada wonder if he did something wrong, or if he was getting through to Russia once again.

"Da... they're warmer now..." Russia finally said, but still did not look away from his hands, "Let's go"

Canada followed Russia as he led the way to China's house. He could see they were heading for the train station. That's how they were going to China.

"Did your papa care about you?" Russia asked.

"Eh? Uh, oh... yes. I know people think he's a real pervert... but he was truly a caring father" Canada giggled.

"What's so funny?"

"I just remember that every time I came in from playing in the cold he'd pick me up and wrap me in a warm blanket, then... I'd fall asleep in his arms"

Russia stopped in front of the station doors before looking back at Canada.

"Then England took you" He said.

"...Yeah, then England took me... b-but he was a good father too!"

"Matvey, why do you always see the positives in people?"

"I don't know... why do you always see the negatives?"

This come back was similar to Russia's when they had talked about fetishes. Russia didn't get upset though, no, he smiled.

"Come" Russia said as he entered the building, "China's waiting"

I highly doubt that, Ivan...

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