100 days

by kandaluvr

The countries have lived for a long time; centuries, even a few millennium. But even so, they find that they still don't know everything. And everyday, they learn something new. Whether it be from each other, or even from their people. Even if it's just the small things. It's all important. (marked as complete because they're oneshots but will be updated occasionally ou o)

3. Dreams

"America, I have a question."

The young country turned around from where he was sitting at the table of McDonalds, wondering who was asking him a question in his off time.

"Oh, hey Greece. What's up?"

"I was reading this book of yours… well you know… It's from your country." Greece said in his usual sleepy tone, sitting at the table across from the Superpower nation. "And it made me wonder about something."

"Hmm? What would that be dude?" America asked, leaning back in the plastic chair. "And what book was it?"

"The Great Gatsby." Greece said quietly. "I found the idea of this "American Dream" interesting, but I don't quite grasp what it is- or was I guess."

"Hmm… I guess it's a dream of new beginnings… you know? I don't really like calling it the American dream, I mean, sure it's cool to have it named after the ideals that formed… well… me. But it's more like humanities dream. As cliché as it is… it's sort of like a wish for the perfect life. Money, power, family, and usually just being happy. Being able to provide I suppose."

"Money…and family." Greece thought aloud, leaning back in his own chair. "That sounds… nice."

"It's been twisted and warped in that book though. I mean- yeah, it's one of the classics, but they twist it to make it look like money is what leads to family, and if you don't get that, life isn't worth living."

"I see. What is it then?" Greece asked, looking at America.

"What is what?"

"The real American dream? Yours.

America looked at the older nation, who looked genuinely interested. Thinking for a minute, he smiled.

"I think it's what we started with- my people I mean. The equality of men. The freedom that people deserve and everyone is provided for. You know? And not just in my country… In everyone's. everywhere. I just wish I could make it happen. That's my dream."

Greece nodded in understanding, looking up at the ceiling. "That's a good dream." He said.

"Yeah- ha! Nothing like a conversation in a fast food joint with Greece to get some philosophical thoughts." He said, giving a winning smile. Greece just smiled back.