50 States: Chapter 6
Toris watched as his precious goddaughter played catch with her German Shepherd. Her pale blonde hair looked like ivory in the sunlight and her laughter reminded Lithuania of church bells. She had violet eyes, the same color as his youngest brother's. She was also the same age as Raivis, despite being taller, being physically fifteen.
"Come here, Lincoln!" Illinois called. "Good boy!"
The loyal dog happily trotted over to his owner, his tail wagging wildly. A few feet away were the kennels where the residents of the Jones household kept their guard dogs, which consisted of mostly German Shepherds, doberman pinschers, and rottweilers. There were many other pets among the property but these breeds were outside for security reasons as America had put it.
"...and here we have the kennels." Came Delaware's approaching voice. "This is where we keep our guard dogs. We keep most of our pets in the house but Dad likes having some of them guard outside."
"Hey T." New Jersey greeted.
"Hello Ethan." Toris couldn't help but smile at the familiar nickname but it disappeared when the nations came into view.
"Liet!"
Yep, his break was over. As Poland rushed towards him, Lincoln barked at the strangers and went into protective mode. The barking triggered an uproar amongst the other dogs who were thankfully locked in their kennels.
"Lincoln, stay." Illinois ordered before turning to the startled Pole. "Sorry about that. They're just really protective."
"Zhey are a loyal breed." Germany commented. The girl giggled.
"And that's why I love them." She said, cuddling Lincoln and scratching his neck.
"Anyway," Delaware stated. "This is Illinois, the 21st state."
"Ve~, ciao Bella!" Italy greeted, shaking the girl's hand. "America has very pretty daughters."
Toris and Ethan sent a glare in the Italian's direction while the girl gave an awkward laugh.
"Nice to meet you." She greeted before turning to Delaware. "Hey Del, you should show them the fields next."
"And while you're there, please make sure the boys didn't sleep in the barn again." Lithuania added, suddenly looking worried. Arkansas, Indiana, Mississippi, Wyoming, Kansas, and Montana managed the farming around the property. While he was here, Toris learned that if they didn't come in last night then they must have slept in the barn.
"Aw crap." Ethan mumbled. "Thanks T, we'll look into it."
Before they left, Estonia grabbed Lithuania's arm.
"We're going to talk later." He said, seriously. The eldest Baltic only gave a nod before the younger Baltics hurried after the group.
"Tai tiesiog daug jiems imtis, Dėdė." Illinois assured Toris, wrapping an arm around his waist. He in return wrapped his around her shoulders and kissed her forehead.
"I know, Violet."
xxxxxXXXXXxxxxx
The nations stared awkwardly at the sleeping forms in the barn while Delaware looked unsurprised as if this were normal and New Jersey looked annoyed.
Six boys were laying on a hay pile, dead to the world, and snoring loudly. The three eldest ones appeared to be fifteen. The taller of them had tangled brown hair that needed to be combed, the second had slightly longer black hair, and the third also had black hair but in a short ponytail. There was also a twelve year old blonde boy curled up in fetal position beside a ten year old with brown hair. Then the youngest who appeared to be nine also had brown hair.
New Jersey walked over to the eldest and started nudging him with his foot.
"Get up you lazy ass."
"OW!" The eldest boy yelped, jerking awake to reveal blue eyes that glared at the one who disturbed his sleep. "Geez, Ethan!"
"Consider yourself lucky I'm not Tex." New Jersey said, before grabbing a nearby water bucket. "Rise and shine!"
He splashed the water onto the remaining boys who sputtered to life and started shouting at their assaulter.
"Jers, what the fuck bro?!"
"Wha'd ya do that fer?!"
"Not cool, man!"
"You're mean!"
The boys stopped their shouting when Delaware cleared her throat.
"If you were all too tired to move, you could've just called one of us to come get you." She scolded. "Why do you have to be so damn prideful?"
"Don't you dare answer that." New Jersey warned when the second eldest opened his mouth to answer. He had dark eyes that matched his hair. The third eldest also had black eyes. The blonde boy's were brown and the younger two had gray eyes.
"Nations, these guys are Indiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Kansas, and Montana." Delaware gestured to them from oldest to youngest.
"Mon petits, you shouldn't sleep in a barn." France lightly scolded. The six groaned.
"Don't start." Indiana growled. "We get enough of that from Pops."
"I can't believe I'm saying this but the frog is right. You shouldn't greet guests dressed like you just crawled through the muck." England lectured.
"Shut yer trap, limey." Arkansas flicked some dried mud in the Brit's direction.
"You little-"
"HA! Nice one, Ark!" New Jersey fist bumped the dark haired teen.
"Don't encourage this behavior!" China exclaimed. "Show some respect for your elders."
"As I've told the Lobsterback, I ain't showin' you shit." The teen snapped. As an argument broke out between the Western Europeans, the states, and China. Delaware sighed.
"Pain in my ass." She muttered before taking out her whistle and blowing into it as hard as she could. The countries covered their ears at the harsh sound while the states simply stopped and turned in the eldest state's direction, already being used to the sound.
"Why don't I show you the patio?" Charity suggested. "It's this way."
Once Delaware and New Jersey led the nations out of the barn, Indiana took out his walkie talkie.
"Hey Mich, do you copy?"
"What's up, Indi?" Michigan's voice rang through the speaker.
"Are you and Ciotka Natalia at the patio?" He asked.
"Affirmative. Lo and Nik are here too." The state confirmed.
"Tell 'em the nations are heading over there as we speak." Indiana said.
"Got it. Later Ben." With that, his sister ended the call.
xxxxxXXXXXxxxxx
America watched from his office window as the nations toured outside. From what he's heard, most of the capitals were hiding in the East Wing hence why he forbid the other countries from going into said area. Although some were continuing their daily business in other places they remained out of sight. DC had explained that they didn't want to reveal themselves until later tonight.
Someone knocked on his door.
"Come in." He called.
California then entered the office with Massachusetts.
"Hey Pop, we finished the documentary." Nathan said, holding out a disc.
"Good job, boys." Alfred praised.
"Those nations are gonna flip." Massachusetts smirked. "Combining magic with technology is a real work of art."
"Yeah, I gotta say this is our finest work." California agreed. "It's past noon, Pop. Are you gonna bring them in?"
"I will in a bit." America promised. "Why don't you two go set up in the theatre?"
The boys high fived and left the office to carry out their task.
xxxxxXXXXXxxxxx
Up on the patio under an elegant gazebo with beige curtains were Belarus and Michigan. They sat in comfortable ivory chairs with a matching table while drinking glasses of lemonade.
Michigan had wavy light brown hair that didn't go past her jaw, teal eyes, and her visage held a serious expression just like her godmother's but her eyes had a liveliness to them. She wore a black tank top, denim shorts, and black converses.
Minsk and Oslo had been with them earlier but had bailed as soon as they heard Indiana's call.
"Hey Mich!" New Jersey's voice came from the stone path. He and Delaware had arrived with the nations.
"Hey NJ." Michigan greeted before taking a sip of her drink. Belarus only gave him a small smile before glaring at the nations.
"This is Michigan." Delaware introduced. "She's really good at hockey and works even better with auto mechanics. She recently finished building a motorcycle."
"Wow, that's amazing!" Sealand exclaimed.
"Thanks." Michigan smiled. "Mechanics are my life."
"Dy, it's true." Belarus stated. "She is the center of America's automotive industry and is home to three major automobile companies."
Suddenly, Natalia and the states heard the intercoms activate.
"All visiting nations report to the theatre immediately." America's voice rang throughout the entire household and even acres away. Belarus and the states shared a knowing look.
"It's time." Delaware said.
"Time for vhat?" Germany asked.
"You'll see." New Jersey smirked. This gave the nations an unsettling feeling.
xxxxxXXXXXxxxxx
The theatre was much like any kind one would find in a cinema. There were over two dozen rows of red seats and a large screen was in front of them.
New Jersey pulled out his walkie talkie. "Everything in place?"
"Yep, my baby is prepped and ready to go."California's voice rang through.
"Great." New Jersey turned to the nations. "Everybody take a seat and get comfy. You're going to be in here a while."
"Ve didn't come here to vatch a movie!" Germany said, irritably.
"Shut it, Kraut." New Jersey snapped. "Just do as you're told!"
"Calm down." Delaware warned before addressing the nations. "You're going to watch a documentary about us and how we came to be so you can have a better understanding about our family. If we explained it to you it would take too much time which is something we don't have so just bear with us, okay?"
The nations solemnly agreed although they were curious about how the states came to be. Especially when they seemed to take after the countries in some ways. As the countries were seated, Delaware and New Jersey snuck up to one of the balconies where the other states were already settled along with their godparents. Keeping out of the eyesight of the nations.
"Keseseses." Prussia cackled. "I can't wait to see their reactions!"
"You do know the good stuff won't be shown until dinner, right?" Pennsylvania asked his godfather.
"Ja, I know but this is still too awesome to ignore!" Gilbert whispered, excitedly. William only shook his head in amusement.
A light suddenly shot from overhead and the film began to play.
Translations:
Lithuanian:
Tai tiesiog daug jiems imtis, Dėdė: It's just a lot for them to take in, Uncle.
AN: I apologize if my Lithuanian is wrong. Google Translate isn't very reliable but it's all I've got.