I want to post this tomorrow, but I can't for I won't be allowed to use the computer on weekdays -with the exception of researches-. Anyway, a birthday fic. dedicated to our one and only Alfred F. Jones /hugs.
Title: Free Hugs
Summary: America wanted to have a change for his birthday party and decided to take a part on a certain campaign.
Genre/s: Romance (?)
Characters/Pairings: USUK, America/Various
As for a change, America would try to participate in the 'Free Hugs' campaign during his birthday. Sure, he wanted attention, gifts, and party when it comes to his special day, but for some reasons he wanted to change it; even saying that a hero also needed a hug.
So, he grabbed a cardboard and a marker and drew a large 'FREE HUGS'. And as soon as he felt accomplished, the nation stood on his front porch, holding the sign as he waited for visitors to come.
Germany and Italy
The first to arrive, despite Germany's protest of being 'busy'. But he just can't say no to Italy. And as soon as they saw this, Italy ran and hugged the spectacled blond.
"Ve~! Buon Compleanno, America!" Italy greeted with overwhelming enthusiasm, tightening his grasp. "Germany should join too!"
Having no other choice, Germany timidly walked over and joined the hug.
Spain and Romano
"Bastard, I told you I'll just go on America's party because my brother is with the potato-bastard, dammit."
Spain beamed, placing an arm to his companion. "Don't be like that, Romano! It's also America's birthday. You should enjoy!" He said as they were nearing to their destination. Not any longer, they saw America waving a sign.
"¡Feliz cumpleaños a tí!" He greeted as he embraced the blond while Romano was trying to break free from his grasp.
"Let go of me, you bastard!"
The blond nation simply laughed as he guided them inside his house.
France and Canada
"Mon ami, I'm really grateful that you chose me as your companion to your brother's house." France smiled, adjusting the polar bear to his arms as he and Canada walked side by side.
The latter merely blushed but nodded. "It's really nothing."
And by the time they reached the front yard, France spotted the cardboard and immediately ran to America, hauling the younger nation with him.
With the brothers wrapped tightly in his arms, France can't help himself but to flush red on how cute they were. "Joyeux anniversaire, Amerique!"
Canada seemed to be taken aback with the sudden action. But seeing as how his brother was enjoying this, he resigned to it and smiled. "Bonne fête"
Japan and Prussia
"Oi, Japan," Prussia scratched his head as his eyes were fixated on the small dog, cradled on the Asian's arms. "Are you sure your bruder won't be disappointed that we left him with your other brother?"
Japan shook his head, patting Pochi's head. "Korea can handle him, Prussia-san." He assured as they stopped in front of America's house. And as they were to open the door, they were greeted with a cuddle by no other than the celebrant.
Still not used with any contact, Japan accidentally dropped Pochi. "A-America-san!" He whined, pushing the latter away and went to chase his pet. Picking Pochi up, he went back to the small crowd and smiled at the guilty nation.
With a pat on the head, Japan let America carry his dog. "It seems like Pochi-kun likes you."
China and Korea
"Hyung ah yah, please don't be mad!" Korea pleaded with a pout. He never thought China would be this aggravated with just a simple touch (And he still didn't know why the older wasn't used to it). Hopefully, this would be just one of his dramas.
"Geh, would you just stop it, Korea?" China folded his arms to his chest as he rolled his eyes. He should've just come with Japan and let Prussia accompany this boy. But as he caught a glimpse of the latter, he felt guilty for being too harsh.
And as they heard a familiar voice shouting 'FREE HUGS', China thought he should give the boy a second chance, or probably the hundredth time already. Not soon after, he was trapped in the American's arms. "What the hell is that, aru?"
"I'm trying to participate in the free hug campaign." America replied casually, extending an arm to let the younger Asian join them.
China sighed and nodded. "Fine, I forgive you, aru." He muttered, much to Korea's joy. "But, never do that again, to me, Japan, or anyone, okay?" He added before he was crushed into a fixed hug.
He should also make a rule not to have tight hugs.
Austria and Hungary
For some odd reasons, Hungary was feeling giggly at the time they were near to approaching America's house. And for the obvious reason, Austria was already trying to distance himself from the woman because he knew something would happen if she's in this state of mind.
And as they were about to enter, Austria was approached by the celebrant and hugged him in a very innocent matter.
But as for the young maiden, the clinch isn't something to be categorized as innocent.
Much to Austria's expectation.
Poland and Lithuania
"Like, hurry up, Liet!" Poland exclaimed in such a hurry, tugging the brunette nation as they continued to run for no apparent reason.
"I-I'm tired." Lithuania panted. "We've been running around in circles. Can we rest for a while?" He pleaded, even though he knew it would only fall in deaf ears.
"But Liet, look!" The blond hauled him upwards whilst pointing at something. "I can totally see America's house!"
Lithuania managed to roll his eyes as they now walked.
And as they neared said house, America glomped him with sheer enthusiasm both blonds seemed to share. It's a good thing Poland was still holding Lithuania's arms, or else he might have fallen.
"Long time no see, dude!" He said, constricting up as though the latter can breathe no longer.
"A-America-san, long time no see, too."
Such a weird reunion, Poland thought as he wrapped his arms around his partner.
Finland, Sealand, and Sweden
"Papa, is the jerk England really coming?" Sealand asked, jumping and tugging Sweden's sleeves. Kids really can't hold their energy, eh?
"Now, now, Sealand, you should be patient." Finland smiled as he placed a hand on the boy's shoulder. "Anyway, we're already here."
Sealand blinked and ran when the blond celebrant came in sight. He may not have a proper relationship with England, but in America, they're like the best buddies.
Sweden watched as his 'family' was put into a hug by the energetic American and let a small smile slip before joining them. If his wife and son like it, he, too, will try.
Seychelles
The small nation scowled as she crumpled the paper she's holding. Compared to a small island, this place is huge. As Seychelles was about to give up, she saw France running naked -and as if a rose was censoring his genitals.
"Big brother France," She called, holding her signature swordfish tight. And as the blond man turned around, she inched, crinkling her nose for the scent of alcohol. "Do you know where America's house is?"
"Mon cheri!" He greeted back while placing an arm on her shoulder, signaling for her to relax. "We're already starting!"
Seychelles could only nod as she was guided to the destined place.
...England
From all the hugs he had received, America felt somewhat happy for being able to participate in the campaign. But he felt incomplete. Shrugging, he was about to join the rest when he heard a huff. America pivoted his heel to see England, blushing and seemingly gloomy, standing from a corner
So that's why he felt it.
With a smile, America rushed to him and hugged the older nation, feeling England tensed a bit.
England glared at his former charge and pulled him down so that they were leveled, and America resting his head on his shoulder.
America flushed before straightening up and snaked his arms on the petite waist with England patting his head, their foreheads touching.
"It's such a shame you forgot me." England muttered, playing with the latter's soft blond locks.
"I thought you'd never come." America sighed as they broke free. "And I hope that you didn't get me that lame pun for a gift again."
The older nation laughed. "I won't. You already see it." He said as they walked towards the door and joined the rest.
America raised a brow. "Then what did you get?" He inquisitively asked, curious and hoping that it's not another prank. Seriously, after having punched by a boxing glove, his nose hurt and vowed never to receive another gift from this man. But he didn't know why he's suddenly breaking his own promise.
England paused for a while before tiptoeing and gave the younger nation a small kiss on the lips. "You'll see."
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A/N: I was on the verge of tearing up because I can't form any ideas (I even asked for my friends' ideas). And that problem happened last week (when England's having discomforts already /laughs). I really love the idea of the campaign -I also like hugs, even from people who aren't close to me-. This became popular in my school when I was in fourth, fifth, or sixth grade. At first, I didn't get the idea. But as years go by, the idea of it was meant for people who wanted nothing but a simple hug.
Anyway, my sister showed me a
picture. This is where I got the idea. I skipped some because there's a large possibility that they'll tend to be OOC (I never encountered Greece and Turkey in any stories I'd read ever since I got addicted to the anime)