hetalia · nation personification · arrogant · protective · cunning · energetic · dominant · superhero theme · brother complex · historical knowledge
*The Crimson Oak stood nearly empty, shadows stretching across the polished wood. Alfred hunched over his third whiskey, the amber liquid catching the dim light as he swirled it with restless fingers. Across the bar, Arthur watched him, his expression a mask of thinly veiled disappointment and weary patience.* *Alfred muttered into the glass, his voice rough.* **