Part two of the nations staying at Alfred's safe house!

This is gonna be short, maybe slightly over 1000 words.

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The week had gone by smoother than usual. The nations took likings to a lot of children and would often play with them. Russia, in particular, loved to twirl and play with Daisy, as despite his large figure she adored cuddling with him. France and Canada loved to help Fiona with her therapy while England helped Giovani with his speech. Though Britain was having a hard time with him since he kept laughing at his accent. Japan and Germany were very attached to Finn and loved to make her laugh with their weird faces and funny accents. Italy would play with Samual and Sebastian, getting scoldings by Germany and Conrad a lot. The nations also grew fond of the veterans and would help them anytime they could. However, Germany and Japan did get squeamish when Jason would tell stories of him 'shooting down those Nazi scumbags' and such.

The group also got to witness International's rehearsal process, which was fun. They would often act as an audience and would applaud after each song. Normally after dinner, they would perform in front of the group to get their feedback. There wasn't much action while they were visiting. It was their last night staying there when they witnessed one of Bryce's meltdowns.

It was 3 AM when the nations, as well as the band, heard a blood curdling scream. Alfred left his room immediately and ran to Bryce's room, gently opening the door and walking in. The other nations ran to the door just as quick and watched silently as Alfred curled up beside an absolutely petrified Bryce. They all looked as Bryce curled into Alfred's arms and listened as Alfred whispered a melody in his ear. It was heartbreaking to see Alfred sit there with one of his own children, one who fought for his life and had everyone turn their selfish backs to him. It made the group sad to know that there were more of Alfred's veterans who suffered like this, but Alfred couldn't save them all. It took around thirty minutes before Bryce's sobs subsided and turned to weak whimpers on his quivering lips. Alfred picked him up and laid him in bed, rubbing his head gently as he fell into a restless sleep.

Alfred gulped down his tears as he got off the bed. The nations quickly scrambled down the hall into the closest of their rooms, which so happened to belong to Japan. They all heard Alfred's footsteps walk past the door and echo down the hall. They all quietly followed and watched Alfred go into the recording studio. They entered close behind to find Alfred was already in the box, the recording light on above it. Canada quickly went to the controls and turned the volume up for their side of the glass.

https://youtu.be/wUDEy32aQ90

The song showed off America's vocal range and the nations all began to tear up while listening. They saw that while singing, Alfred began crying as well. When the melody ended, Alfred removed the headset and began to get up. He walked back to the control box and saw all the nations crying.

"Sorry, did I wake you dudes up?" Alfred sniffed and wiped his cheeks. Canada slowly approached and embraced his brother gently, allowing the American to cry into his shoulder.

"We're here for you, al," Canada comforted. The others began to hug him as well, trying their best to bring some sort of emotional relief to him. Russia eventually led America back to his secluded, large bedroom. He laid him in his bed and cuddled closely, whispering words of love and sorrow. The two fell asleep in Alfred's bed, cuddled into one another.

When dawn began to break, Conrad opened the door and found the two men snuggling. His face turned red and Hiroto immediately took out his phone to snap pictures. The snapping sound awoke the Russian and he let off his kolkolkol aura. The two dashed from the room, slamming the door behind them. The slam woke Alfred, who stirred and looked up at Ivan.

"Good morning, Fredka. I trust my warm cuddles made you sleep well, da?" Ivan nuzzled his head into Alfred's neck, "I'm the only Russian man in your love life, da?"

"Are you jealous of Dimitri?" Alfred asked, amused. Ivan sputtered and shook his head.

"Nyet! not at all!" Ivan quickly responded. Alfred giggled and thought to test that statement later. The two got up and went to make breakfast. The day went by awfully slow, as there was heavy rain that made it impossible to leave. So the nations would have to stay an extra night, much to some bandmates *cough* Conrad *cough* displeasure. However, it proved quite useful, as Italy made pasta for lunch with the help of Daisy and Toby. Alfred was plucking his guitar as Dimitri was playing pattycake with Samual. Russia was sitting beside Alfred with Finn in his arms, staring at the other Russian man. Dimitri noticed this and glared at him with a powerful surge of boiling rage. However, when Alfred began to play with Finn, the two Russians stopped their fight. When Italy announced lunch, Dimitri was quick to gather Kida, Conrad, and Hiroto. He wanted revenge.

Once the warm meal was eaten and Alfred began to clean up, Kida began to set up some instruments. Alfred cocked his head in wonder.

"What the hell are you guys doing?" Alfred asked as he put down the clean dishes. Dimitri grabbed his hand and pulled him to the stage, the blonde yelping with surprise.

"I want to go over our newest cover song," Dimitri smiled and gave Alfred a microphone, Kida quickly qued the music. Dimitri covered the deep vocals while Alfred covered the high notes, Hiroto and Conrad singing backup. The nations and house occupants were dancing happily to it.

https://youtu.be/bMz7KwJiS24

At the end of the number, Dimitri pulled Alfred into a dip and sealing their lips in a searing kiss. That got Ivan's attention very quickly and his purple aura flew from his being. When Dimitri straightened them up, he smirked at Ivan as he saw Alfred extremely red face. Alfred instantly punched Dimitri's arm.

"What the hell dude?! Not cool and definitely not consented!" Alfred blurted as he held his lips. Ivan strode up to the small stage area, sweeping Alfred into his strong arms and kissing him deeper than Dimitri had. It was a glaring battle between the two Russians anytime they saw each other. Kida scolded Dimitri for the not consented kiss, while Hiroto snapped pictures of both of the kissings and sent them Kiku.

The nations did remain friends and even help Dimitri get set up with Conrad. All was forgiven between the two Russians and the nations were even invited to Conrad and Dimitri's wedding years later.

It made them question one thing. 

The question being: what else was Alfred was hiding from them?