Chapter 20

⚠Warning⚠ This chapter contains nudity and mild angst!

( Germany's POV again)

     Germany was going to shower again. He wanted to feel fresh before going out to show Russia the secret lake. He went upstairs and into Russia's bedroom. He grabbed his clothes from his backpack and went into the bathroom. Stripping himself of his clothes, he got into the shower.

      The warm water felt good on his skin. He let himself relax in the shower. Using some of the body wash Russia had, he used a cloth to wash himself off. He loved the way the soap smelled; it reminded him of Russia and made him feel strangely calm. While rinsing himself off, he eyed the marks running up and down his arm. A mild wave of guilt washed over him. Germany hoped that Russia wouldn't find out about them. The last thing he wanted was for Russia to be disappointed or sad because of him.

     After several minutes, Germany finally got out the shower. He dried himself off with a towel. He wrapped the towel around his waist and bent down to pick up his clothes. He had brought a light sweater and some jeans, along with his shoes, socks, and underwear. Once he was fully dry, he was ready to get dressed. No sooner had Germany dropped his towel when the door bursted open. Russia had walked in without realizing Germany was in there.

     Russia spotted Germany and gasped. Germany said nothing. He knew his face was going to go from its normal color to crimson red in a few seconds. There he was, butt-naked in front of his significant other. Russia looked at Germany and blushed before quickly closing the door again.

     Germany wanted to sit on the floor and cry. He was so embarrassed. He would have to get over it if he wanted to show Russia the lake. Quickly throwing on his cothes, he brushed his teeth and did his hair the best he could.

     Germany found Russia in his room. He was texting someone on his phone. Germany guessed that in was Japan. Russia didn't seen to realize that he had walked in. Germany walked over to the side of his bed and jumped on, laying his head on Russia's stomach. Russia yelped.

" Dangit Ger, you scared me!" He said, running his fingers throuh Germany's hair.

" Sorry!" Germany replied. He figured Russia was still embarrassed about walking in on him, becaus he turned away and started blushing. Germany moved to kiss Russia's cheek, but before he could, Russia turned his head and made Germany kiss him on the mouth instead.

" You ready to come show me this spot in the woods?" Russia asked Germany.

"Yeah. Are we getting out through the window?"

" Yep."

      Germany walked over to the window. He let Russia open the window and exit first. He climbed down the tree within a minute or two. Now it was Germany's turn. He climbed down slower to avoid slipping. Despite being as cautious as he could, Germany still almost fell. Luckily Russia was there to catch him.

" Thanks," Germany said.

" No problem. Now, let's go!

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     Germany pushed the brush aside to reveal the lake. He saw Russia gaze at everything around him, taking in the lake's beauty. Germany was glad Russia was enjoying himself. He grabbed him by the hand and led him to his favorite spot to sit. He sat down and beckoned Russia to sit next to him. Germany searched the lake for the swan.

      He was dismayed at first, as he couldn't see it. But after a little more looking, he found it on the far side of the lake. It was sitting in the shade of a tree. Germany watched as it spotted them and began to swim over. It stopped farther away than it usually did. Germany wondered why for a moment, then realized why. It was probably because it was used to seeing just him, and it was apprehensive about Russia.

I think I know how I can get it to swim closer.

      Germany sat up on his knees and kissed Russia's cheek. Russia blushed slightly and kissed his forehead. The swan cocked its head curiously and swam closer.

" Russia, look!" Germany whispered.

     Russia looked over to see that the swan was just a few feet away from them in the water. Germany saw Russia's eyes light up. The beautiful brown in his eyes sparkled. Germany really loved the way they shone; it happened when Russia liked something or found something interesting.

     The swan suddenly let out a loud trumpet. It was strangely beautiful considering that it wasn't a songbird.

" Wow," Russia uttered. " Does it do this all the time?"

"No," Germany replied. " It's always out here, but I've never heard its voice before."

     Germany was somewhat mesmerized by the swan's song. It beat its wings and outstretched its neck. It gave off one more loud honk before settling down.

" That sure was something," Russia whispered to Germany.

" Yeah," Germany agreed.

     Suddenly, the swan turned to face Germany and Russia. Germany saw that there was alarm in its eyes.

Something's wrong Germany thought to himself. But what could it be?

Loud footsteps gave him his answer.

" I know you're back here, Commie!" yelled an angry voice that could only belong to Reich.

     The swan turned its head to the left and honked.

" We have to go now," Germany said urgently. " I think the swan knows where we can go."

      Russia nodded. Germany grabbed Russia's hand and went in the direction the swan had pointed in. They ran as fast as they could. Germany could still hear his father's angry voice.

" I know you're around here somewhere, you stupid Commie!"

     Germany caught sight of an exit. He looked behind him to make sure Russia was still there. As soon  as he turned around, Russia slipped and fell. Germany heard him grunt in pain. He desperately hoisted him onto his feet. Both ran through the exit and out of the woods.

     Both had to stop and catch their breath. They had exited the woods a few houses away from Russia's.

" Are you okay?" Germany asked Russia.

" Yeah, I'm fine," he replied, still panting.

     Germany looked down at Russia's leg. There were several cuts along with 1, long gash running down from his knee to his ankle. His right elbow was also scraped.

" Let's get you home," Germany told Russia.

     As Germany began walking towards Russia's house, he realized that the Russian was limping and going slightly slower than he was. Germany walked back and tossed Russia's arm over his shoulder. They walked together with Russia gently leaning on Germany for support.

" Can you get in through your front door?" Germany asked. He thought it would be best if Russia went inside while he came in through the window.

" Yeah, I think so. Can you get through the window?"

"Yes."

     Germany went to the side of the house and climbed the tree. He opened the window, which had been unlocked since the sleepover. He carefully climbed inside, arriving in Russia's room seconds before he did. Germany told Russia to wait on his bed while he went to grab the first aid kit.

      When he got back, Germany sprayed Russia's gash and guts with hydrogen peroxide. Russia winced once or twice but said nothing. Germany bandaged his wounds.

" Well, that was fun, wasn't it?" Russia playfully asked.

" Pfft. Yeah, up until my dad showed up."

"Yeah, that was kinda scary. That swan was pretty cool though."

" Yeah. I come out there whenever I'm done with my work after school. It's really quiet and calm out there."

Germany sat down next to Russia.

" What do you wanna do for the rest of the day?" Russia asked, pulling Germany closer to him and kissing his forehead.

" I dunno. We can chill out in here for now until we figure it out. Besides, I think you should do a little less moving around with your cuts and stuff."

" Okay."

     Germany sat in Russia's lap and gently kissed his lips. Chilling out at his house was just fine with him.

( Hope you guys enjoyed the chapter! It's very late today because I procrastinated breakfast and slept instead XD)

Story word count: 1, 356 words