Chapter Two: Agility and Swiftness
They all woke up in a freezing environment, each one of them was shivering except Russia. The lights came on, showing the group a large ice rink. They all stood up, feeling that they now were wearing ice skates. Austria and Spain ended up falling flat on their faces, being caught by Germany and Russia. The lights allowed them all to see what they were wearing since their suits or casual wear had since been removed. They noticed they were similar, each one had their flags embroidered over their hearts.
The uniform they were wearing consisted of a black, long-sleeved sweatshirt or black tee. They each had leggings and black skates with silver blades to match. However, there were some differences: France, Russia, Germany, and America wore the tee that showed their sculpted figures. Some sentimental items were also not removed, like Russia's scarf and Germany's and Prussia's crosses. But items like Italy's white flag and America's bomber jacket were gone. The king appeared over a large screen.
"Now that you are all awake, meet your first test. This is the agility and swiftness round, where we will test your abilities and reflexes. I hope you enjoy and don't get too injured. For the most part, you will be in pairs, except one. Austria and Russia, Spain and Romano, Germany and Italy, Britain and France, Japan and China, Canada and Prussia, and America all by himself. That is the order, now Austria and Russia on the ice. Enter the circle" a red circle began to glow in the middle of the rink. Austria could barely walk in the skates, and so Russia helped him.
"Austria, do you remember when you, me, and Hungary were all in your house?"
"Jou mean vhen for mein birthday? Vhen Prussia and jou got me a new piano?" he asked and America nodded.
"Hungary and you were dancing and Prussia and me started sock skating on the waxed floors," America told Austria, "it's exactly like that. I know it doesn't seem the same, but socks and wax work the same way a blade does to ice. Don't let the pressure get to your head" Austria nodded at the American, and skated out.
"The rules are simple. You must follow the red lines as they appear, by any means. Jump, roll, move, you may not touch the ice if it's not lit up. The lines will get thinner and thinner until you have to follow them exactly. Do you both understand the rules?" The king announced.
"Da" Russia said.
"Ja" Austria replied. The two countries stood back to back. A horn sounded and two lines in opposing directions glowed on the ice. They both skated, Austria fumbling a few times as the lines got thinner. Russia glided on the ice with ease, doing moves like twirls and frontflips to get to the newly appearing lines. He was so accustomed to skating since it was his favorite date to do with Alfred other than picnics with America's dogs Bruce and Wally. A buzzer sounded after a minute, and the lines led them to each other.
"Congratulations! You both passed oddly enough, I was expecting the Austrian to fall. Good work. Next!" Spain and Romano took the ice, "the same rules apply, begin!" The both of them did alright, however... Spain went to jump to make it to the newly appeared line when a large piece of ice tripped him. Spain loudly thudded onto his side and looked at his feet to see a chunk of ice that couldn't have possibly came from the rink. Romano looked and saw Spain was down, skating over swiftly. He helped up his friend and the buzzer sounded.
"You ok tomato bastard?" Romano asked as he hoisted Spain up. Spain had twisted his ankle, so couldn't walk. They both exited the rink and Romano sat Spain on a bench.
"Did I forget to mention it will get harder as the pairs continue? My apologies. Random items will appear or be thrown at you. Unfortunately, that means both Spain and Romano have failed this test. You may participate in the next test if you wish to. Spain are you injured?" The king asked on the screen. A female servant with a yellow dress and four eyes appeared out of nowhere.
"Si, I am afraid I have twisted my ankle" Spain replied, the servant kneeling to his foot.
"He is correct your highness, he is injured. I can treat him if you wish" the female servant said bowing at the screen. The king nodded.
"Thank you Juja, please stay at the scene to treat any injuries. Next on the ice please" Germany and Italy took the ice, and both completed the task flawlessly. Britain, France, Japan, and China all completed the task flawlessly as well. China did, however, crack his back when he ducted to miss a beanbag that was thrown. The poor ancient needed to be carried by America in order to move. Juja applied medical treatment to him as well. Canada and Prussia were up, the test starting up. Canada dodged every obstacle and completed it perfectly. Using his hockey experience to the best of its abilities. Prussia, however, plopped flat on his face as soon as he tried to skate. Prussia proceeded to try again and made it pretty far until a block of ice tripped him again. Canada finished the test and helped his boyfriend up, taking him to be examined by Juja. It was finally America's turn, and he was nervous. He felt a hand on his shoulder and looked to see his boyfriend. Ivan was smiling at him with a pure and encouraging smile.
"America-san, good ruck" Japan said.
"Do us proud Alfred" Britain added.
"Si nino, you can do it" Spain finished off. America nodded and took the ice. He centered himself in the circle, taking a deep breath, and flew off as the buzzer loudly went off. America took off with elegance and grace, twirling and spinning to his heart's content. He ducted all the way to the ground to miss a large chunk of ice that came out of nowhere. The nations watched in awe, not aware of America's versatility and grace. They watched America do splits and quads to make his test very enjoyable to watch. The king looked in awe, America astonished all of them. Finally, he hockey stopped in the center of the circle, finishing with a twirl. He then looked at the nations, all of them with their mouths agape. Russia then skated out and hugged his beloved, kissing him sweetly. All the nations cheered loudly and Juja even clapped. The king even applauded as America bowed.
"You guys act like you never saw someone skate before," Alfred said skating hand-in-hand with Russia to the ledge. Alfred was blushing darkly and Juja smiled at him.
"Your skills are superior to anyone I have ever witnessed Mr. America. It was an honor to be able to see such a spectacle with my own eyes!" Juja cheered happily.
"She's right America! That was very impressive aru!" China complimented. The nations bombarded Alfred with compliments, showering him in attention and praise. The king then appeared in the rink and walked over.
"The skill you possess Alfred is that of a god, it is a great privilege to have you as my guest. My highest praises go to you" the king bowed and Alfred bowed back, "the next test will commence tomorrow, for now, you all must replenish and rest. Smif and Bruni will show you to your sleeping quarters, where you can change into more formal wear for dinner" the king left and the servants bowed.
"Hello nations, I am Smif!" the left servant with neon green hair and a blue cloak chirped. He had two eyes, just like Bruni.
"I am Bruni!" the right one said. The two of them were identical. Same clothes, same hair, same skin, even the same number of eyes.
"Forgive me if this is improper or rude but I have a question," England began. Juja, Smif, and Bruni all looked at him, "why is it that you all seem to have a different number of eyes?" the three all chuckled.
"Our eyes are an indicator of what kind of servant we will become. Single eyes are indications of royalty or nobility. Two eyes are management positions and seconds in command. Three eyes mean you are a chef or cook. Four eyes indicate healing and nursing. Five eyes mean you are a dresser, handmaid, housemaid or nanny once the Royals have a child. Then six eyes mean you get all the dirty and laborious jobs like plumbing or tending the animals. Seven eyed Yakto are extremely intelligent, so they are given the honor of being researchers and scientists" Bruni explained, and Smif nodded.
"So you are arr given a job at birth" Japan acquired and Juja nodding.
"Zat is very interesting. But it seems like organization is key in your society" Austria said. Germany smiled slightly at that.
"Ja. That iz how it should be" he added, getting a snicker from his brother.
"Come on Vest! Jou are so uptight!" Prussia patted Germany's back. Germany yelped in surprise, making the nations and servants chuckle.
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