Kiku showed up exactly fifteen minutes after he called Alfred. He looked exhausted and appeared in dire need of a very, very long rest. If humans could hibernate Kiku would be one of the few who would be given permission to take time off to do it.

Arthur felt kind of bad for him, his life was hectic. Not only was he the student body president but he also ran most of the major events that happened at school, he had a lot of pressure put on him by the faculty and students. Kiku even ran a few after school clubs, how he managed more than one was unimaginable and Arthur didn't even want to ask. He felt he might get some long explanation where in the end he might flat-out call the other boy a lunatic. Who in their right mind would do all of that? And for what?

Kiku Honda wasn't necessarily an overachiever, he just didn't like to do anything half-heartedly, if he was going to do something, he wanted to do it with everything he had. He was also the kind of guy who didn't want to let down those who put their faith in him; he hated the idea of disappointing others.

When he was first asked to run for student president he said "I'll see what I can do" which in his mind meant 'in a few days after I 'thought about it' I will kindly decline the offer'. But when he heard how many students were supporting him and thought no one else would be a better representative, Kiku had a hard time saying no.

So in the end he ran for the position and won with a landslide of votes, even the teachers were happy they got such a reasonable young man to cooperate with. Usually students pick whoever the most popular is, but in Kiku's case they actually went for the logical choice.

OOO

"Ha~ I'm so sorry I'm coming over so late in the evening Alfred, thank you so much for allowing me over, especially seeing as you already have a guest. I do hope I am not being a bother to your plans".

Kiku was a nice guy, don't get Arthur wrong, he actually had a lot of respect for him, it's just Arthur's day wasn't going how he wanted and he was on edge still from everything. From that brat at the school, to seeing Francis and then the silly argument with Arthur barely half an hour ago, his nerves were still frazzled and he just wanted to sleep. God was he tired.

Any other day and I wouldn't mind, but tonight, I just don't want to deal with all these guys.

"What? Of course not! You're welcome over here any time Kiku, besides we weren't doing anything important, right Matthew? Arthur?" Alfred's eyes were seeking confirmation so to ease Kiku's worries.

"Eh? Ah, of course, brother's right Kiku you can come over any time, the more the merrier right?" Now both Alfred and Matthew were looking at Arthur, waiting for his response.

Sigh.

"Yeah, yeah, welcome to the party. So what are we doing first? Homework or a movie? I don't think I can do homework now though, my brain's dead, and I'm exhausted."

"Well, what do you wanna do Kiku?" Alfred stated flat-out.

"U-uh, oh. I don't really mind whatever is best, please don't mind me too much, anything you three decide will be wonderful."

This is going to get us nowhere.

"It's decided then, movie it is!" Alfred emphasized this statement with a point to the sky, hero style, and an idiotic victory smile on his face.

AGAIN! This guy, he didn't even ask Matthew. And since when does he decide what everyone wants? Even though I'm happy not to do homework maybe Kiku and Matthew would have wanted to, I could have just watched them. At least hung out while they do THEIR homework. Sheesh, come on Alfred, at least try to seem less self-centered!

Alfred practically forced Kiku into the chair nearest the place he was sitting on the couch, immediately offered him some food and a beverage. To which Kiku responded "a glass of water would do just fine, thank you" went into the kitchen, poured the 'best' water from the refrigerator dispenser, delivered it to Kiku and then began to rummage around for a movie.

OOO

It was no surprise that it was an action movie, though Arthur was happy it wasn't a stupid horror flick, but again this was all Alfred's likes. No one was up to request anything else though, so they just sat and waited for the movie to be put in. Before Alfred could do that he felt they were lacking the essentials for watching a movie. So standing abruptly, and in a quick jerk movement whirled around, he demanded that Matthew make popcorn for everyone.

"Make it buttered, and put salt on it too, but not too much otherwise I get really thirsty, and not a LOT of butter, a good half amount would be ok, and maybe make two bags, so that there's enough for everyone. Got it?"

"Uh, ah, y-yes, ok, of course, would anyone else like anything while I'm up?"

Arthur got agitated.

Does he not even possess a backbone? What's wrong with these brothers, one thinks he's Mr. World and the other his servant; I'm getting a headache. . .

"Thank you for offering Matthew, but no, I am fine with just water, and I am not hungry so I do not need anything else" Kiku's refusal was as polite as possible and it was appreciated.

"Arthur?" Matthew was hoping he could at least do something for someone other than his brother.

"Huh, oh, well if it won't be too much I think I'll just grab a Snapple real quick, I know where it's at so don't bother, but I guess popcorn is nice, however you make it is good enough for me, I'm not picky."

"Right, popcorn coming up."

Knowing Arthur wanted some popcorn too made it seem like Matthew was doing more for everyone else and not just following orders. It was what Arthur was hoping seeing as even though he didn't want any really, it made Matthew seem more accepting of having been commended by Alfred to do anything.

So as Arthur went to grab his drink, Matthew prepared to make the popcorn and Alfred sat and talked with Kiku. Just idle, kill some time chit-chat, but Alfred was really into it, as if talking to Kiku at all was amazing. It was a curious thing, but Arthur didn't think about it for long, seeing as right when he got to the fridge and opened it up, as well as right when Matthew put the popcorn in the microwave, the doorbell rang.

There was a three-way "huh?" that came from Matthew, Alfred and Arthur, while Kiku gave a quick glance to the door and then back to Alfred, with an 'I'm guessing this wasn't planned' expression.

Alfred returned Kiku's expression with a shrug and the hand gesture that usually comes with it that said 'I have no clue'. Matthew was just about to head toward the door when Alfred stopped him with a

"No, no I got it, watch the popcorn otherwise it might burn, and nothing sucks more than burnt popcorn."

So Alfred moved to open the door, while Arthur had shifted his position to be able to see who would come over without even warning the people living there.

No one called did they? I didn't see Matthew or Alfred get a text or their phone's ring aside from Kiku's call, and I think they would have said if someone else would stop by. Hmm, I wonder?

Curiosity turned to shock and then into anger for Arthur as the door opened. Standing on the other side of the door, in casual nice looking jeans and a button up white shirt with the top three buttons undone was none other than Francis, with an expression that screamed,

Yes, yes my lovelies I have arrived! Please, save your words of rejoice, I am but a humble man here to embrace your lives with my wonderful presence~

Arthur nearly died and the only thing he could think was,

WHAT THE FUCK!

OOO

Dammit, dammit, dammit! Why the hell won't he answer the damn door? What's that idiot doing, how dare he make me wait out here! This is serious, we gotta talk!

Not only did Gil call multiple times before arriving at Antonio's house, but he had now been standing outside knocking for what seemed like forever. He even went to the window to see if he could see Antonio inside and catch his attention, if maybe he was SO consumed in whatever it was he might be doing that made him fail to notice the crazy knocking on his door.

But nothing. No sign of life whatsoever came from inside.

What? Where the hell would he be? Wait a sec...

"Gah! Why am I so stupid, of course he's not home! That bastard, he's practically been glued to Lovino Vargas ever since…since, forever!"

Having realized his mistake Gilbert stomped away in the direction of the Vargas house. Gil had been there a few times before already, he had gone with his younger brother Ludwig when he went to see his good friend Feliciano Vargas.

It didn't take a genius to realize there was a connection between Ludwig and Feliciano, but for some reason Gilbert was so involved with his own life he didn't care to notice what his family did. If people thought Lovino and Antonio were obvious than Feliciano and Ludwig were some bright neon sign that flashed their feelings like updates to the world. Just in case you cared to look, it was blinding, almost to the point where some would say they couldn't look at them. Feliciano is just so damn happy and cute when he's around Ludwig that it's like he produces positivity rays.

Tonight was no different. When Gil knocked on the door of the extremely nice house of the Vargas', Feliciano came bustling out with his ever so welcoming smile and immediately warned everyone that he was there.

"Hey, hey, everyone! We have another member to add to the party, look, look! It's Gil, hey Luddy why didn't you warn us your brother was coming, I would have made more food for him too?"

As Feliciano had been talking he ushered Gil into the house, closed the door and, in Gil's eyes, floated back into the other room. Where, by the end of his sentence he almost seemed to be pouting at Ludwig. As if to say he now felt bad he had to give up some of his own portion to accommodate for the new arrival, which he really didn't want to do. He loved his food too much to want to give up some and have less himself.

And the irritated look on Lovino's face said he didn't want to do it either. The second Gil turned the corner to see everyone at the table he was not only hit with a "why the fuck are you here?" look from Lovino, but an excited "heeey~" look from Antonio. Who was not even trying to hide his attempt at trying to be as close to Lovino as possible. While Lovino was trying his best to keep at least some distance, seeing as he still felt a little awkward when he was with his brother being with Antonio.

OOO

The moment Lovino and Antonio finished their discussion about going public; they went and found Feliciano, who at the time was setting up his station for art club. Lovino didn't want to wait seeing that he knew something might happen and someone else could beat them to it. So it was important to find him first. Seeing as Feliciano was a diligent student he always showed up early to set-up his area, so there was some time before other students came, and Lovino wanted that time to see what Feliciano would do when he heard he was now 'officially' dating Antonio.

His reaction? Ecstatic! Feliciano was unbelievably supportive and semi-leapt into his brother's arms all the while beaming with excitement. Feliciano adored Antonio, and he loved his brother, and one thing he knew for as long as Lovino and Antonio knew each other, Lovino was a better (well, happier at least) person, he could see in his brother's eyes how much he cared for Antonio. So Feliciano cared for him too.

But there was more as to why Feliciano was so happy for his brother. Not just for his happiness but for himself too, he needed to see that kind of new leap. His brother was always his example of how to be strong, and now, Lovino broke through the barrier Feliciano was afraid to break. The ability to openly admit he loved someone, and not just anyone, but Ludwig.

The difference though was that Antonio was extremely open about his feelings, so more people knew they were going out before they even confessed they were. They weren't exactly a well-kept secret. Ludwig on the other hand was almost like stone when it came to openly showing affection for Feliciano, and maybe that was Lovino's fault for constantly making him feel like he wasn't worth his little brother.

It was a lot of pressure living up to the older siblings standards, he was harsh. It was to be expected from a protective brother, but Ludwig felt nothing he did would better his chances at being 'good enough'. And every day he felt more and more pushed back, it was almost becoming too much work and sometimes he felt like giving up was the best decision.

And yet here Ludwig was sitting at the table with Feliciano, his brother and his brother's boyfriend talking about multiple things, mainly food, art, and the new relationship. Most of which came from Antonio and his uncontrollable need to constantly talk about Lovino, his "heart" his "life" and his "sun".

So when Gilbert showed up, it made the situation all that more uncomfortable, because the first thing he said was, "God damn you, Antonio you bastard! What do you think you're doing not answering your phone, why weren't you at home? Do you realize I've been walking around trying to find you for almost an hour? Huh! And here you are sipping wine and eating pasta with your boyfriend! Some friend you are, I guess what Francis said was true then, Lovino is more important to you than your own friends!"

Gil was highly upset; he had been worried ever since talking to Francis at the school, and when he failed to find Antonio at his house he was even more afraid that he was being left out. Why Gil found it so necessary to establish a pact with Antonio wouldn't have made sense to most people, but the desperation on his face rang clear to his brother and to Antonio, who now looked a little guilty that he turned his phone off earlier when he was alone with Lovino.

"Mi amigo I'm so sorry, I had no idea anyone would want to find me today, I thought you would be busy with Diebe, or at least that's what I heard from Francis."

Francis! Francis! You ARE trying to cause friction, you selfish French bastard! Why? Sometimes I really don't know what you're doing, what ARE you doing?

"Well he lied to you, I'm completely free and I have something extremely important to talk to you about…eh…um…could we talk in private maybe?"

Gil didn't think anyone in the room would go and tell anyone else what he would say, but he was embarrassed he even had to confirm his friendship with Antonio in the first place; he couldn't believe he was being made to feel so insecure, he was sick of it. He would kill that feeling now though when he finally told Antonio what he was thinking and feeling.

This ends now!

"Hmm, alright, I feel a little odd about it but I think we can talk in the other room, is that ok Feliciano? Dinner isn't going to be done soon is it?"

Antonio also thought about whether he should get Lovino's permission too, but he looked as though he was happy Antonio would get off him for a bit, and he really just didn't give a damn about what was happening. He was hungry so his mind just focused on that, once his belly was full though, he would be back to normal.

"Ve~? Of course, go ahead, no one's in there, and dinner won't be done for about another 20 minutes so you got time. Don't worry I'll interrupt you when it's done anyway~"

"Gracias, alright Gilbert let's talk."

The two moved into the Vargas's luxurious piano room with the walls covered in famous and incredible paintings, their grandfather was a proud collector and he even displayed some of the pieces drawn by Feliciano. He was extremely boastful when it came to his grandson's artistic talent and it was noticeable in every room of their house. Antonio took his position leaning against the piano, while Gilbert heavily sat on the couch near a book case.

"Ok, so what's this all about Gil? What's so important that you had to come find me here?" Antonio said with both worry over his friend's attitude and also with annoyance of having his evening with Lovino interrupted.

Gilbert breathed in.

"Why didn't you tell me you were going to go public with your relationship? Why did I have to hear from Francis? Why couldn't you tell me? Do you trust me as your friend? Did you think I wasn't supportive? What did I do to make you think that way?'' Gilbert took this chance to breathe out and inhale again, then continued, ''and I think Francis is up to something! I need to know that you and I will stay friends no matter what! I don't want to be put up against you if something happens, come on, out with it! Answer me Antonio!"

Antonio was speechless; to think his friend was feeling so many things, how long was he thinking these? What caused them? Wait a minute…what's he saying?

"Whoa, whoa, whoa, slow down Gil, what's this all about? What brought this on all of a sudden, I'll answer you but, amigo, this is a lot, and stop for a second, what about Francis? Oh geez, I think I might know what's going on here. Listen Gil I don't think you and I have the problem, I think something might be happening with-"

~Es qué te quiero uh oh, Baby te quiero uh oh uh oh, Desde qué te he conocido yo vivo tan feliz~

"Ah, hold on…oh, speak of the devil."

Click.

"Hola~ Francis…huh…what...why? Hey, don't go do something terrible now, I know how different your sense of fun is, try not to make anyone's night miserable alright?...hmm, well, we'll see what happens tomorrow, seeing as everyone's faces will reveal tonight's activities, be a good boy mi amigo, good night!"

"Well. What was that about? What's he doing?" Gil was even more suspicious, how could he not be after what Antonio just said.

"Huh? Oh, well, he's going over to Alfred's house, he heard they were having a movie party there or something, sounds like fun, so he wanted to go join them."

"Eh? Alfred's, why? I thought they hated each other, what's he thinking?"

"Oh…well the thing is…uhh, Arthur is over there…"

"Try not to make anyone's night miserable…/ we'll see what happens tomorrow, seeing as everyone's faces will reveal tonight's activities." Now I get what he was saying, well I'm just glad Francis is busy somewhere else, I don't need him coming here before I can get all my answers from Antonio. But goddamn that poor bastard Arthur, his day just doesn't seem to end does it.

"Well now that's out of the way, let's continue where we left off, spill it bud I want answers, otherwise I'll just make my own assumptions, and right now that won't do anyone any good."

Antonio could have almost taken that last statement as a threat, but he wasn't in a fighting mood, nor could he ever see Gil doing anything against him. All he took it as was Gil's defensiveness going out of control; it was usually something that happened when his security in his most trusted friends was threatened. And seeing as he was the one being confronted, it was their friendship being put to the test.

Since Gil said "and I think Francis is up to something" it meant that Francis was probably, actually up to something. What that was though Antonio had a pretty good idea, and he was a tad irritated Francis' game affected their own group, but he knew once he cleared it up with Gil, things would be good again. Antonio knew what Francis was truly after, and he was out there right now, trying to get it back.

-Sigh- Why do things always turn out this way, why can't mi amigo's learn to keep their problems out of their friendships, eh~ and here I am cleaning up everyone's messes, my life has become very complicated~

"Aye, I'll answer, I'll answer, calm down, I've got all the answers. Let's start from the beginning, ok, and then we'll go from there."

Antonio knew this would take more than 20 minutes, so he knew after dinner; he wouldn't be able to spend any time tonight with Lovino, which he was alright with. Under any other circumstance nothing would have kept him from Lovino, but seeing as Gil needed him, his obligations sat with his friend, who right now was more important. Besides, there was always tomorrow.

"Hmph; fine, go."

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A/N:

I do NOT own Hetalia nor did I create any of the characters that credit goes to Himaruya.

Seeing as this is a Hetalia story the characters introduced are as followed:

Feliciano Vargas – N. Italy
Ludwig Beilschmidt - Germany

Antonio's ringtone is "Te Quiero" by DJ Flex ft. Belinda

Differentiation of speech, thought, flashback and action:
Speech is anything in "parentheses"
Thought is in Italics
Action will be put in *asterisks*
Flashback will be in bold

Should multiple characters be doing something different I shall give explanation. But, hopefully nothing will be too complicated.

Thanks for reading!