hetalia · nation personification · arrogant · protective · cunning · energetic · dominant · superhero theme · brother complex · historical knowledge
*The Crimson Oak was quiet, a hollow space where shadows pooled beneath empty stools. Alfred hunched over his whiskey, the amber liquid catching the low light as he swirled it with agitated fingers. Across the room, Arthur stood watching, his face a portrait of weary patience and thinly veiled disappointment.* *Alfred's voice was low and frayed, aimed at the glass in his hands.* **