Avoiding the eyes of the jealous ones and the ones who could later protest them being together, the boys, still in formal attire, headed down the road. Not far away Alfred knew the perfect spot at where the two males could be together. The briton smiled, tolding the American's hand as they strolled down the sidewalk, feeling the wind brush against his face, the cold nipping at his nose. The smell of salt then grew stronger and the brit could hear roaring of waves crashing againt the shores. His eyes widened in suprise, his smile widening.
"The beach?" Arthur asked, slightly baffled at the American's choice of being romantic.
"Why not?! The beach is amazing!" Alfred laughed, picking the british man up completely, laying him over his shoulder and quickening his pace down to the water.
After treading through the sand and setting his love down, Alfred sighed, stretching his back and frowned, watching out into the vast ocean, remembering something.
"Arthur.. Why did you never tell me before tonight that you loved me?" The American's words pierced at Arthur's heart. His green eyes fell to the water now at his feet in shame. Removing his shoes and throwing them higher on shore, the American did the same. Arthur struggled for words, but the moments between them were quiet. Arthur knew if he said the wrong thing he would regret it later.
"I really just though you and Kiku were together. I'm old. I raised you. All your life I loved you like a brother. But lately.. Lately, I've grown stronger feelings for you. I don't know why. But, all in all..", he gasped, feeling the American's lips locks onto his. His words were cold like the water at his feet. Feeling his eyes close, his face warm and strong arms wrap around his body, Arthur then knew he didn't have to say anymore.
Pulling away from the soft, warm lips, Alfred smiled.
"I love you." He whispered, entertwining his fingers with the Briton's.
Arthur could only think of one thing to say. He was alright to admit it now, he knew Alfred knew. This was okay.
"I love you too.. Alfred." With that, the taller nation pulled him into another deep, long, and passionate kiss. Hot waves of pleasure filled the Briton and then the kiss was broke.
"Look up." Was all the American said, and with that, the two looked up, still embracing.
Up above, stars covered the sky. Not a cloud was in sight and everything seemed so perfect. He could see constellations here and there throughout the sky. Stars sparkled, making his eyes shine from there reflections.
Alfred swayed lightly from side to side, holding his Iggy close, kissing his forehead tenderly.
"Your my everything Arthur. Never forget that."