A Bought Boyfriend (USUK)

Chapter 7: A Camera, Vacation, and a Friend

Arthur had been sitting on the beach, toes dug into the sand, green eyes ablazed and straight forward. He felt as if he had betrayed his only brother, and that was enough to throw him off track. Why was he even doing this for the prince? Why had they been going on for this long? To get to know and love the butler, only for him to be hated and threatened mischieviously because of their 'break up'. On top of that, he would be rid of a job. Thrown out onto the streets, left to be beaten and uncared for by the people of Amin. Maybe if he just did it now, ran, took his brother and disappeared, everyone would soon forget what would happen.

His eyes averted up, watching as Alfred splashed around in the ocean waves like a five year old. He looked over at the East Amin, trying to wave him inside the cold water. The green eyed man shook his head, looking down. He wasn't in the mood to enjoy the sun, hiding safely under the umbrella they had brought along. The prince sighed heavily, marching out of the deeper areas and putting water in the blue bucket. Without warning, Alfred dumped the sea water atop of the man, laughing at the wide eyed friend he had slowly process what happened.

When he let out a shriek, the West Amin bolted, knowing this probably wouldn't be good. The smaller of the two was breathing deeply, determined to get revenge on his so called 'boyfriend'. Before he knew it, he was jumping, tackling him to the ground. Arthur felt a laugh escape him as he sat on his stomach, the prince laughing as well.

"Okay okay, you got me!" Alfred begged, hands up and apart as if he were surrenduring to his close friend. His blue eyes widened as Arthur smirked.

"Oh no, not yet. You have to stay here, and don't move!" Arthur demanded. He sprinted back to where the bucket had been left, filling it with cold sea water. As quick as he could walk without spilling, Arthur had returned. "Don't. Move." He let his arms force the carrier out above his head, the water coming out all at once. Alfred lay still as a joke, Arthur dropping it in fear that he had honestly hurt the other. "Oh god! Alfred! Are you alright?" He crouched down, poking his nose as if he were a dead fish.

Alfred suddenly 'woke up', knocking their heads together. "Ow!" They both groaned at the same time, trying to nurse the pain of the bonk. The two erupted into laughter, snickers and snorts exchanged as they flopped down next to each other. After they calmed down, Alfred had spotted a camera. Silently, he referenced it.

Arthur put on a loving smile, kissing the other deeply. Of course, the flash went off, and the two of them remained, pulling away. Alfred spoke first. "You've been off today... Come into the water?"

"No..." Arthur sat back. "I wish my brother were here... It's his birthday and I was supposed to go get him like I always do..." His green eyes once again were drowning in sorrow, not crying, but obviously hurt and upset. Alfred cupped the other's cheek, glancing at the camera.

"What if I flew him out here for the rest of the week?" Alfred offered, trying to urge a smile from the other as soon as possible. "For the rest of our trip."

The figure that was sad a minute ago seemed to beam at the oppurtunity, seizing it like he would. "Yes! Yes, I would love that." He smiled, nodding. "When would we fly him in?" He asked.

"Tonight. I can send a message through." Alfred scooped the other up as he stood, earning a gasp and a clutch. "Hey, I gotcha! Don't be scared babe." Arthur's cheeks flushed at the compliment, and at that moment, he didn't know whether it was real or fake for the two of them.

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Peter stood in the airport in the capital of Amin, Londington, his bags behind him and a smile on his face. He spotted a small boy who was also without an adult, prancing over, extremely giddy for the trip. "Hello! I'm Peter!" He sat down, startling the curly haired brunet.

"H-hello... I'm Raivis..." 'Raivis' spoke, offering a hand to him for a formal greeting. "Nice to meet you..."

"It's wonderful to meet someone here that's also flying alone. I'm scared of heights." Peter admitted, smiling at the other curiously.

"You are? They aren't so bad after you fly around so much and so very often." The Ainruian said, trying to cheer his newfound friend up. "Why are you flying to Tapait alone?" He questioned, tilting his head.

"I'm going to see my big brother. It's my birthday today," Peter remarked. "I mean, I hear it's extremely hot during this time of year, but it's better than Kapina."

The two broke into laughter, it ringing out throughout the area. "Sorry sorry!" Peter laughed a little bit more, trying to calm down. A lady walked over as the announcements came on.

"Are you two ready?" She asked, the fake smile plastered like a Haylie doll. She was thin and curt, a blue dress with pink and red linings on it to show she was a hostess. "You'll be boarding first, come along." She waved them to follow, Peter hopping up as men took the larger bags they had.

"You want to go first?" The Amin blushed, still scared of the vehicle through the tunnel. The Ainruian laughed a little bit, but nodded. Once he was down and in through the doors, the younger followed, heart slamming in his chest as they entered the square machine with many seats.

"Hey, don't worry about it. You can listen to my AT5." Raivis pulled out a small box, playing with the keys, putting the two sets of headphones on them. An old song blared out, Peter grinning.

"This is really nice! Thank you!" Peter yelled over the people talking. Soon enough, Sealand was gripping the seat tightly as the kradole sped and lifted off the ground. A hand was rested on his, and he slowly relaxed, lulling to sleep in fear of looking outside.

HEY GUYS I'M NOT ON HIATUS ANYMORE *throws confetti* This took a really long time and I appreciate your patience with me. Love you so so so much!

~Muffin