Hetalia – The Cold of War
Chapter 2 of the new sequel! I'm sorry for the late update but ultimately school must come first unfortunately.
Question and Answers time!:
Alfredian asks: Was the harpy from last chapter a easy way to kill off Allistor?
No, no. No. It was not. I believe it would help you keep in mind that Roderick's story was from his perceptive. So the rushed vision of events, that's intentional. And who knows, all we see a limp Allistor being carried off. We don't know why the harpy even appeared *wink wink*. It was not lazy writing, I do actually have reasoning and backing for the action. Relax Dawg, I'll explain in time :)
And now, I present you the next chapter
Enjoy!
55 miles away from the Traffic Border Control of the Capital, The Rebel Airship 'The Gallon', The helm.
"I can't say I like this idea. Taking out the Traffic Control tower so we can cut over The Capital? It seems far too risky" Arthur Kirkland complained as he gripped the wooden wheel helm harder and spun it twenty degrees to the left, causing the Gallon to turn slightly in the intended direction. Behind him Ludwig leaned over the navigation table with a large map of the Isles and traced the journey of line with his finger, the line cutting diagonal across where the Capital Airship Crossing would be before travelling up over the Capital.
"True it has its risks, but Ivan wouldn't dare attack us while we are directly over the Capital. Once we break through Border Control, we should have a few minutes before the Empire is alerted of our presence. By then we'll already be above the Capital" Ludwig explained carefully, his tone suggesting that there was something else he wasn't mentioning.
"And what happens when we move out of Capital Air space? Ivan will wave to us from his bathtub in the Winter Palace?" Arthur smirked at his own joke as he tapped the altitude gauge to make sure it was accurate, his other hand on the electric order telegraph handle. The Gallon was sailed smoothly through the evening sky, the wind unusually gentle despite the freezing edge it held.
"When we travel out of Capital Air space, I trust you to get us North as quickly as possible. Is that understood Arthur?," Ludwig stated authoritatively as he put Arthur back in his place. Ludwig wanted to trust and be trusted but he wouldn't tolerate disrespect from those under him. "Radio the other ship and then go and meet Kiku and prepare for cross"
"Yes Sir," Arthur gritted through his teeth as he lowered the E.O.T handle to 'Half Speed'. Arthur lowered the microphone piece on his radio headphones level to his mouth and flicked on the power switch.
"This is Arthur Kirkland of the Gallon, do you read?" Arthur spoke clearly into the microphone, praying that Jonny had sense enough to give the radio on.
"Yo Captain! This Jonny boy hearin' you loud and clear! We're all good on our end, just waitin' for you" Jonny's voice boomed into Arthur's ear, causing him to wince at the pain.
"I'm not Captain Jonny, Ludwig is remember? Just stay on our tail while we disable the tower. I'll radio when I'm back. Over" Arthur finished as he flicked the radio power off and took the pilot's headphones carefully before resting them on their restful place.
Behind Arthur Dominic Shard has appeared at the door and was conversing quietly with Ludwig when Arthur turned away the wooden helm.
"It's all yours" Arthur said to Dominic as he passed him on his way out the door. Dominic refused to acknowledge Arthur had spoken and ignored him as he took Arthur's place as pilot. Lousy git, Arthur thought as he made his way down the planked stairs to the deck.
When Arthur reached the bottom of the wide stairs, his eyes flickered across the broad wooden deck of the Gallon as he searched for Kiku. Along both sides of the ship multiple loaded rail-guns and heavy artillery cannons were being manned by milling men. On the starboard side, Arthur spied Kiku speaking with Alfred as he leaned idly against one of the cannons. Kiku and Alfred both wore thick protective winter coats with the collars pulled over their mouths and their gloved hands shoved inside their pockets to preserve heat. Despite only seeing half of his face, Arthur could tell that Kiku was fairly nervous for their mission. Arthur didn't blame him, everyone was relying on them. Relying on them to buy enough time to get into Capital Airspace.
"Kiku, Alfred" Arthur greeted as he approached them, his dark green cloak being whipped to and tho in the bitter wind. The sun was low in the Orange sky and as it drew further away, it's warm rays began to disappear from the world and sent the temperature skydiving. It had been a day since the Gallon and its twin had set off on their maiden voyage, with two more days to go before they arrived North.
"Hello Arthur, are you ready to go?" Kiku asked with one slender raised eyebrow hidden behind his dark bangs. Arthur nodded once and turned his head so he could see the Control Tower that was nearly seven miles away and closing. The tower stood impressively against the pearling skyline of the Capital, rows upon rows of agile mobile airships poised for flight on the ground beside it.
"So once you two are inside you'll be racing to destroy the radio before they can see through you and send for reinforcements, all the while making sure not one person hits an red emergency button and locks the building down. I can't say I envy you" Alfred joked without humour, he had not been pleased that Ludwig was sending Arthur and Kiku without support.
"There is an element of stealth to it. Everyone knows it's not your strong point Alfred" Kiku pointed out logically to Alfred who huffed his annoyance in response. The Gallon had slowed to a stop as was now parked alongside the Control Tower, it's daunting height loomed menacingly over Arthur. At least there's some lower windows, Arthur thought as he saw the two lower circular port windows on the lower part of the building.
"Stick to the plan, I scale the outside, enter through one of the windows and search for and destroy the long range radio broadcasting station. While you go inside and if need be, start taking them out to draw their forces. I don't think they'll radio the mainland until they're appended you, so that'll give us time if we get desperate" Arthur said in a low voice to Kiku as they walked to the edge of the bopping ship. There was only a one metre distance between the Gallon and the mini floating island, Arthur gave Alfred a quick look behind before rushing forward with Kiku and leaping across the gap. The pair of them landing catlike on the balls of their feet, like a flash Arthur swiftly sprinted over to the building and hid just as two guards exited the tower. The two men were lean and had matching tattoos on their forearms. Their stylishly shaved eyebrows were frowned as they observed the small Asian.
"What do you want?" One of them asked as he scratched his afternoon shadow. His partner stared Kiku down suspiciously but said nothing.
"I've come to ask permission to dock in the Capital. My Captain is bringing in a shipment in the name of Yao Wang" Kiku smoothly replied with quiet confidence, his lie believable to the untrained ear. The men gave The Gallon and its twin a once over before appearing satisfied and gestured for Kiku to follow them inside. Arthur watched from his hiding place until he heard the door close, he stepped out of his hiding place and looked up at the huge tower as he searched for his first foot hole.
Quickly Arthur cast a enlightening spell on his body. The spell temporarily decreased his weight and would allow him to safely jump and land from great distances. Clenching his teeth, Arthur crouched and fitted his eyes on his desired foot hold. He straightened out of his crouch and sent himself soaring into the air,nearly over shooting his target. Stretching his hand out, Arthur gripped his stony hold and shot his other hand out to find another stone to grip on.
Arthur clung to the tower like a baby monkey would cling to its mother's back. As he slowly regained his breath, Arthur peeked down below him and saw with swaying nausea that he had jumped a good fifteen metres off the ground. Over on the Gallon the men applauded and cheered as they watched Arthur slowly crawl upwards towards the circular window. Arthur paused just below the window and waited for the presence he sensed on the other side to pass. Once Arthur felt the presence move away from the window, he pulled himself up level to the glass.
"Okay, okay. Okay" Arthur repeated over to himself for reassurance as his half gloved hands fumbled at the window, his fingers brushed over the lock and a clicking noise of release was heard. The window swung up and Arthur heaved himself up and through the window. It was a particularly amusing sight for the watching rebels as they saw a pair of wiggling legs struggle to get its upper body inside the small window. Inside the tower Arthur gave a powerful shove and heaved the rest of his body into the warm room, his back hitting the wooden floor painfully with a loud thud.
Arthur hissed and rubbed his back as he slowly got to his feet. The room he had squeezed into was snug with many filled bookshelves and dim lighting. Arthur assumed it was a records room as he closed the window and crept over to the door, peering through the key hole. From his limited vision, Arthur could see that the inner structure of the building was alike to a lighthouse with a spiral staircase giving access to all levels. From the noise level, there didn't appear to be many guards. Perhaps ten at most, and they sounded as though they were concentrated on the lower levels where would be Kiku. Silently Arthur pulled the the door handle downwards and darted out of the room onto the staircase. He bolted left and on the next door he encountered, he pressed his ear against the wood listening while his eyes keep darting up and down the stairs for guards. With the all clear from both his senses, Arthur twisted the brass knob and smoothly slipped in as he pulled the door to behind him.
As he closed the door, Arthur noticed that there was a steel key already in the lock. Better safe then sorry, he thought as he turned the key and locked himself inside. Arthur turned around and peered into the dark room, the only source of light was the dimming sunlight coming through the window. In the room there was a lumpy dust ridden couch facing away from him with a blanket thrown over it and in the shadowed corner a lone broom rested. A smile drew on Arthur's lips as he spied the radio broadcasting box sitting on a wooden table with matching chair in front of where he stood. Arthur crossed the room and carefully examined the box for the power wire. The box was large and bulky, it's covering screwed on tightly making it impossible to remove without the correct tools.
"Bollocks, nuts and bolts. This really isn't my kind of thing," Arthur complained quietly to himself, his eyes resting on the window and a cheeky grin stretching his lips at his brilliant idea "Now there's the ticket" Arthur struggled to lift the broadcasting box in his arms and carry it over to the window, fumbling with it as he lifted the latch on the window and shoved it open.
"Bombs away" Arthur mischievously grinned as he pushed the broadcasting box out the window, it's heavy weight immediately giving in Gravity as it plummeted outside the tower. Arthur watched with his head out the window until the box finally smashed against the earth. The metal made a loud crunching sound and crumpled on itself, looking like a squashed metal raisin.
Arthur patted himself on the back and laughed at the ridiculousness of his action. That was actually quite fun! Arthur thought giddily. Maybe he should be a bit more childish in the future, he'd forgotten how cracking it was!. Brushing his hands together Arthur was about to turn around, when he felt a thick arm lock itself around his neck.
Cliff Hanger! Aw childish Arthus is fun time Arthur. I feel like because of his past, Arthur rarely got to have genuine childish moments where he could be a goof ball. It's a shame his moment got interrupted ;)
Abit of a jump but I figured we'd just want to get back right into it. More answer and secrets to come! Really excited and I'm so glad you're all being so patient with me.
Thank you for reading and I hope you enjoyed this chapter. If you are enjoying this story and would like to see more, please take the time to leave a review telling me your opinions, thoughts and questions. They're little rays of motivation in my life :) Once again thank you for reading.
Untill next time folks!