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[dontmentionash]

[The first trip to the catacombs hasn't been fun for the Icelandic Nation. He's a bit shaky as he exits. Even Mr. Puffin is hopping out wearily, shaking out his wings and preening himself. He fumbles for his watch, opening it slowly, turning on the feed

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[neutralbyforce]

Iceland? Hold on, I'll be right there.

[The camera stays on so that Vash can double check his position now and again and to let Iceland know that he is on his way.]

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[dontmentionash]

[Iceland will nod gratefully to the camera - he's a little shaken.]

Thank you... there's... no rush, I'm fine... [Just scared...]

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[neutralbyforce]

[No rush? Yeah, right. Soon Iceland should be able to see the European nation running towards him, his stride slowing to a jog as he nears. Vash is obviously concerned for the other nation.]

Iceland. What happened?

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[dontmentionash]

He'll be a little embarrassed at the rush to help.]

It's... I'm not sure. I remember talking to a few people, just... I ended up in there. [He shivers slightly. His dislike for this place is growing.] I'm... fine, I just wasn't sure where I was...

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[neutralbyforce]

[This is Switzerland we're talking about. He doesn't just sit around when there's a task that needs doing or people who need helping.]

...That sounds like the catacombs. They caught me a few days back unexpectedly... But thankfully I wasn't alone. [He frowns, scanning Iceland for any sign of injury.] Are you hurt anywhere?

[dontmentionash]

No, I don't think so... [There are perhaps a few scratches from stumbling around in mostly dark, but he doesn't seem hurt.]

I was... I was looking for Nor now that I was out, have you seen him?

[He's a little meek, and he sound ridiculous, that being the first thing he asks about. But he was planning a party before he left and the nervousness is searching for something to talk about that isn't that nightmare.]

[neutralbyforce]

That is a small blessing, at least. [Vash mentally ticks that particular item off of his "Catacombs Survivor" to-do list. He decides not to mention the fact that there are monsters down there that could have done the less military country some harm.]

I haven't seen Norway for a while, I'm afraid.

[Vash senses his need to talk and turns a practiced eye to the odd little bird standing beside Iceland.]

How about your... friend, there? Is he okay?

[dontmentionash]

[Mr. Puffin feebly hops about to try and look tough, before Iceland scoops him up, as he rambles with distaste.]

He just made a bit of a fuss... more of beat himself up a bit. I think he's fine... [He is checking though in concern. He does care about his friend...]

... I... I'll probably have to ask America about Norway once I get to the house... I think... I'd like someone to check Mr. Puffin just to be safe. He can hardly take care of himself, and I'm not sure I can keep him calm.

[neutralbyforce]

[Vash nods.]

I'm not a vet, so I'm not very helpful in this area... but he seems fine, just tired... like you. Let me escort you to your house at least, Iceland. You look like you could use a good sleep.

[dontmentionash]

Thank you... I live with America, if you know where that is. I don't mean to bother you. I've apparently done that too much here...

[Minus another one to his ego.]

[neutralbyforce]

If you were a bother, Iceland, I would let you know it.

[Vash raises an eyebrow at Iceland's self deprivation; there's obviously a story there of some sort... But he doesn't press the issue.]

I do know where that is. And I have nowhere important to be, so it's no trouble to walk with you.

[dontmentionash]

That's very helpful of you, thank you. And I'm glad I'm not holding you up.

[Keeping a hold on Mr. Puffin, he starts walking, rather steady, before taking a few looks back and forth.]

... I suppose I'll have to get a hold of everyone else again. I dropped away before we could plan the party... are you going to be coming to it? I understand if you don't, obviously.

[neutralbyforce]

Trust me, Iceland, I'll never be too busy to help you.

[This is said with complete sincerity. Though he and Iceland haven't interacted much, Vash is ready and willing to help his fellow nations in any way he can. Maybe he's trying to make up for his behavior back in their world, or maybe he's simply growing up, but either way Ruby City is slowly changing him... maybe even for the better.]

A party? [Vash pauses to think for a moment.] Ah, the one for Norway? Of course I'll attend. As I said, I don't really have much to do around here. Keeping myself busy is keeping myself sane. If you need any assistance with it, I'm more than willing to lend a hand.

[dontmentionash]

Well, so far Lukas is providing the place it's going to be held at. And... a pony is taking care of the food...

[A long, thoughtful silence...]

... I'm not entirely sure why I agreed to that... but she.... it seemed very confident...

... perhaps... you could assist in the food as well...

[neutralbyforce]

...

A... a pony?

[Did he hear that correctly?]

[dontmentionash]

W-well, it looked like one at least. Four legs, hooves, a mane, a tail... it was pink... and it said it was good at parties...