Author's nots: Hello guys, sorry for the slow update. I was busy with school, and make up work since I went to Neko-con, where I met some amazing Hetalia cosplayers. If any of you guys went there maybe you saw me? I cosplayed as chibi America, with my friend who was chibi England.
Anyway back on topic... This story got over a 100 reviews! I can't thank you guys enough! Really it means a lot to me. And I thank everyone who has reviewed/favorited/alerted this story. It really means a lot. Now as to adressing the reviews, I'm going to do that at the end of the chapter so as to not have a really long beginning author's note.
I hope you guys enjoy this new and final chapter. And I'm sorry in advance for any spelling or grammer mistakes.
Disclaimer: I do not own Hetalia or any of the characters
~Rose
Alfred's eyes were wide as he stared at Arthur's form, laying unconscious on the floor, and shaking, his brow furrowed as if he was in pain. There was a few seconds of silence till the America turned and glared heatedly at the Nordic nation.
"What the hell is going on?" America shouted out, balling his hands into fist. "What did you do?"
Norway lifted an eyebrow at how quickly America had become enraged, he understood that England was important to the American, but clearly there was something more to it then that.
"I did what I said I would do." Norway responded back. "I helped. I made the potion to turn him back to normal."
"Helped?" America shot back. "How is making him feel pain helping?"
"l'Amérique You need to calm down…" France spoke as he moved over to the younger nation.
"Calm down? How can I when England is in pain because of that guy?" America shouted and pointed a finger at Norway.
Said nation let out a sigh and held his head. "Listen America, you are right England is feeling pain-"
"See? I told You! Now Norway how about we have a nice long chat with my f-" America started but was cut off by Norway raising his voice.
"If you would let me finish, I could tell you that this is to be expected and that it is only temporary!" Norway then gave Alfred a bit of glare and crossed his arms.
Alfred blinked for a moment before he lifted up an eyebrow in confusion. "Um…What?" He asked in a calmer voice, and blushing a bit from his earlier outburst.
"The potion I made is going to turn England back to normal." Norway started to explain, his arms still crossed. "And giving his current state, well how would you feel if your body was being forced to grow suddenly? All his bones, muscles, everything, is going to start to grow and change all at once, I for one, imagine that it wouldn't feel like a walk in a flower patch."
America winced after hearing those words. Ouch. Now that Norway mentioned that… The experience did sound rather painful… He guessed he shouldn't have assumed that all magic was a bit of a smoke, maybe a poof, throw in a bit of glitter (or fairy dust as Arthur called it) and then everything was done.
"And he is also going to experience regaining any memories he has lost." Norway continued on with a nod. "That I know will not be all that enjoyable as well…"
America gave a bit of a nod, before he glanced over at England again, watching as the little boy shook. He then reached down and picked him up and held him tightly, and protectively to his chest. He then blinked as a sudden question came to mind.
"Hey Norway," Alfred began as he continued to hold onto England. "Will uh...Will Arthur remember anything about him being small? You know once he's changed back and all?"
Norway lifted an eyebrow at the question and then thought for a moment before he decided to answer. "More then likely he won't… All of his other memories will be flooding his mind, so it is most likely that he won't remember anything from when he was changed."
"Oh… I see." Alfred mumbled back. He felt a strange mixture of emotions right then. He was relived but at the same time disappointed. That was an odd mixture. He was relieved because he didn't want Arthur to remember the pain and loneliness he had felt before. But he was disappointed because Arthur wouldn't remember his brother's apologies, or his confession… Wait. His confession!
A blush started to form on Alfred's cheeks as he recalled telling Arthur he loved him. How would England take it when he was back to normal? Would his feelings change? Maybe it was best if England didn't remembered what happened after all… America didn't want the Brit to start distancing himself from him because of his words…
"Oi, I got a question too if yeh don't mind…" Scotland spoke up and brought America out of his thoughts, and back to the situation at hand.
"Since the potion is working and all that… Then how come the lad is still a squirt?" Scotland asked as he was confused.
"Yeah," Ireland spoke up. "Isn't he suppose teh be growing now? Though with the lad's height there isn't much to grow for now is there?" Ireland gave a bit of laugh that was stopped by Wales elbowing him in the stomach.
"And how long will it be before he's back to normal?" Wales asked joining in on the conversation and giving his older brother Ireland a bit of a look.
Norway watched England's brothers for a minute with a stern expression and a bit of confusion, before he decided to answer. "Judging by England's actions, he is most likely experiencing his memories first. Then once his memories are back, then his body will start to grow. Which I suggest you lay him down somewhere and change his clothes; as he will be, literally growing out of them." Norway was then silent for a moment before speaking again. "And for how long it takes, that all depends on how fast the potion works. Which by the way I am looking at things, it won't be long."
Alfred then gave a nod of his head. "Alright, I'll go place him into bed then. Thanks again Norway." Alfred then blushed a bit in embarrassment. "And uh, sorry for yelling at you… I'll tell Iggy to let you borrow one of his weird magic books once he's better okay?"
After seeing Norway nod and head to the front door to leave, Alfred turned and was going to start to head up the steps to put Arthur in bed, when he felt a stern hand on his shoulder. He turned to look at Scotland who had a serious expression on his face, which confused the American.
"If yeh don't mind there America, I think I'll be the one to put the lad to bed." Scotland gave a bit of nod and took Arthur out of America's arms. "And I'll be the one to change his clothes, no need to trouble yer self." Scotland then started to climb the stairs that led up to Arthur's bedroom, leaving America there just standing confused.
It was silent for a little moment until it was erupted by Ireland's laughter. Then said nation walked over to America and patted him on the shoulder.
"Yeah, I don't want you stealing my brother's innocence too soon now." Ireland gave a chuckle, which seemed to get louder as America blushed at his words. "Francy-pants over there told us about you ya know?" The Irish nation pointed behind him at France, before continuing. "Got the lovey-doves for the little shrimp yeh do." Ireland then gave another laugh before his face took on a serious look. "But just be sure to not harm him then aye? The squirt is part of the family, and I don't like for my family to get hurt…" Ireland then patted America's shoulder before he headed up the stairs and followed Scotland, with Wales following behind him.
America gulped a bit as he watched England's brothers disappear up the stairs. Was that a threat he had heard from Ireland?
Francis then walked over to America and swung and arm around his shoulders, a smile on his face. "Ah, the challenges of l'amore…"
Arthur was in a lot of pain for a long time. Different images kept flashing through his mind, each one showing him in a different scene at a different time. And then to accompany the flashing images, his entire body felt like it was on fire, and being stretched at the same time.
The pain seemed to go on for forever, until to Arthur's surprise it started to dim away. England then let out a bit of a groan and opened his eyes. He blinked for a moment making his vision come into focus. He then noticed that he was in his bed, with warm blankets over him. Oh, and his brother Ireland was leaning over him.
"Oi! Look the laddie's awake!" Ireland called out with a smile on his face.
Arthur raised a confused eyebrow before he started to sit up. He was warring a pair of his green pajamas and he was back to his normal self. He then took notice of all the people in his bedroom. All three of his brother's were there as well as America and France.
Wales then walked over and joined Ireland with leaning over England. "Glad to see you're alright there Arthur. Had us all worried you did."
Scotland then came up behind the other brothers and pulled them back a bit. "Come on now, give the lad some breathing room would yeh? You're crowding him." He then turned his eyes to Arthur and gave him a smile. "Really though, we are happy to see you doing well."
Scotland then cleared his throat for a moment and shifted a bit. "And um…Well you're our brother and you know we love yeh right?" Scotland then scratched the back of his neck a bit embarrassed and feeling a little awkward, but he felt the need to say those words, seeing as England could have forgotten what he had told him earlier.
Arthur blinked for a moment before a small smile came onto his face. He then nodded his head. "Of course I know that. And you bunch of oafs should know that I love you all too."
Scotland gave a relieved sigh, and smiled back at England, before he ruffled his hair. He then walked over to the side of the bed, where he gave England a hug, which was joined by Ireland and Wales.
"Alright, Alright!" England cried out, but a smile was on his face. "Now you lot really are crowding me!"
Scotland then gave a laugh along with his other brothers, before they all slowly pulled away from the embrace.
"Alright lad, we'll leave yeh be for a little." Scotland gave a nod before he started to lead Ireland and Wales out of the room. "We'll be downstairs; we need to contact Germany and the other nations anyway to let them all know you're okay…"
Arthur then just shook his head as he watched his brother's leave the room, before he turned his attention to France.
"Well it seems you are all better Angleterre." France said as he walked up to England's bed. "Shame, now I will have to listen to speak during the meetings again…"
England then just gave a bit of a smirk. "You're right it is a shame, now I have to see your frog face at the meeting. It was such a grace to be able not to see it…"
France then gave a chuckle and shook his head. "It is good to have you back Angleterre." France then started to head to the door when he stopped and looked back at Arthur. "Even if I can't stand to look at your disgusting eyebrows, and I hate to see you cook what you call food, I will be there if you need me…"
England then crossed his arms and gave a bit of a huff. "And why would I ever need you? I would never need a frog's help!" Arthur was then silent for a moment before he looked over at France. "But…Uh thank you Francis…" He spoke quietly before he looked away.
Francis then gave a chuckled. "No problem mon ami…" He said back before he left the room, leaving Alfred and Arthur alone.
Alfred shifted for a bit, before he walked over to England. He then gave a nervous laugh. "Glad you're okay there England. I mean you had to go be all old and junk and fall into those potions and cause all that trouble! But me being the hero I am, saved you and saved the day!"
England stared at America for a moment before he rolled his eyes. "Oh yes, I am so positive that you saved you day."
"Hey, I did save the day!" America then gave a bit of a pout. "You fell into the potions and then passed out, and then I carried you up here and everything!"
"Well that's not how I remember it." England said crossing his arms.
"Oh what would you know?" America said putting his hands on his hips. "You're old and your memory is messed up." Wait… Did Arthur just say he remembered?
"I know that it was your bloody fault in the first place!" England said back as he stared at America. "And I know it was your fault I hurt my ankle! And it was your fault that I fell sick!"
America blinked for a second, before he frowned. Wow, a lot of the stuff that did happened seemed to be his fault…
"It was your fault that-that I trusted my brothers again…" England continued. "It was your fault that I liked your warm arms, your hugs, and your smile. It was your fault that my loneliness went away…"
America then looked up and stared at England with a bit of shock.
"It was your fault that…I fell in love with you…" England whispered as a blush spread across his cheeks and he looked at the ground.
Alfred's eyes grew bigger as he stared at England. Had he just heard what he thought he heard? A blush started to form on America's own cheeks. "S-So you remember?"
"I just said I did you git!" Arthur blushed before he looked at the sheets. There was then a bit of silence before Arthur spoke again. "I remember everything… Feeling lost, lonely, alone…Scared. I remember being jealous of seeing your smile in old pictures, I felt happy when you hugged me, when you smiled at me, and I felt overjoyed when you told me you loved me…"
"Arthur I-"
"And even though you're a huge git, have terrible taste in food, always get into trouble, have a damn hero complex, and can't shut up to save your life. I love you too." Arthur then looked up and gave Alfred a smile.
Arthur then let out a bit of a gasp as Alfred quickly leaned over and hugged him tightly.
"I love you so much Arthur…" Alfred whispered back. He then leaned in and placed a soft kiss on Arthur's lips.
Arthur rolled his eyes as Alfred pulled away. "I love you too, you wanker." Arthur then pulled America down by his collar and started to kiss him again.
Arthur was the boy who had a terrible past. He was the child who was left and abandoned. The child who's cries was not comforted. He was the child who walked the dark road of isolation and loneliness. But now he was the man with his love's warm arms around him. He was the man who's heart was crying out in happiness. He was the man who felt loved and wanted. Arthur was now the man with an incredibly bright future.
Aurhtor's notes: Now to address the reviews:
xIkuna: I'm glad you liked the last chapter and I hope you liked this one as well. Thanks for the review. :D
Ace Jeremy: I'm glad you liked my ideas, and thanks for the review. I hope this chapter pleases you as did the last one.
CMHerrera: Well I hope you will like this chapter and as always thanks for the review. :D
geekisthenewawesome: Thank you for reading my fic and giving your suggestions, and yes America and England can be quite dense, even when something is right in front of them. I'm glad that you enjoyed my story. :D
BB: yeah the bunny part was pretty sad wasn't it? And yeah I do know what story you want me to write next. XD Thanks for the review.
Dragontamer75: Well I hope the ending for you is as good as you hoped. I'm glad you liked my story and Thanks for the review.
Death-Sama01: Thanks for the review, and be sure to keep a look out for Project H.E.R.O
putyournamehere: We all love Iggy yes. And I'm glad you liked the last chapter. And since Iggy turned out okay, Norway is spared from the mob of fangirls! XD Thanks again for the review.
tynder20: I'm glad you liked the last chapter and I hope you enjoy this one. Thanks for the review.
The Rose Red Alchemist: It's fine that you haven't reviewed in awhile, but I'm glad you came back! Thanks for reading my story so far and I hope you enjoyed it. :D Thanks for the review.
Alex Zul: Thank you so much for the review! And I love the song You'll be in my heart. I think it fits really well with my story. Thanks for enjoying my story. :D
Yazuki Ookami: I'm glad you liked the last chapter, and of course USUK! :DD And I hope you liked this chapter. Thanks for the review.
Darkangles1112: I'm gald you liked the last chapter, and the flashbacks. I hope you like this one. And the mpreg story got out voted, but I will still keep the idea. So it won't be written soon, but it will get written eventually. :d Thanks for the review.
Europa Stars: Thank you for the review. I am glad I could make England a more enjoyable character for your friend. And I'm glad that I could inspire you to write. I can't wait to see what kind of fics you come up with! And of course ten thumbs up are possible! It's because your super awesome and amzing like Prussia, so it's denfielty possible. XD
Alopus: And I love you for liking my story. And I'm gald you liked the flashbacks, and find Scotland as an intresting character. Thanks for the review and hope you like the chapter.
Allison97: Well I'm glad you enjoyed reading my story. And yes chibi Iggy is adorbale but with a sad past. But his amazing future makes up for it. :DD
So I can not thank you guys enough for your amazing reviews. You were all such wonderful readers, with all of your thoughs, suggestions and tips. Thank you for joining me on this ride to the very end. It was fun writing it, and I hope all of you enjoyed reading it, as much as I enjoyed writing it.
Now I would also like to let everyone know that I will be starting my second story soon, so be on the lookout for it. By popular demand it's Project H.E.R.O. I hope you will all enjoy it.
Again I thank all of you wonderful readers/reviews/favoriters/alerters who have helped along to write this fanfic. I hope you all have a wonderful day and as always reviews are always welcomed, I'll see you when I write my next story! :D
~Rose