The Path that lies Ahead (SovietReich)

Chapter 4

Soviet Union POV:

"You saw your son!?"

I glared at Sara. "Yes that's what I said." she practically chocked on her water "Why didn't you tell me sooner!?" I looked down. Why didn't I say anything...? I could've talked to him but some part of me resented the idea of even looking at him! Reich glared at me from the side. He had been for the entire conversation. "Do you have something to say?" I snapped at him "Was he alone?" he said coldly "Well...No.." Sara gave me a worried look "Oh was he with...?" I nodded not wanting to talk anymore. After I died he must have got with America. I'm not surprised. It just hurts... "Has Germany found anyone?" Sara gave Reich a nervous look "Well yes... though his boyfriend doesn't have a good relationship with you exactly" I looked at her confused. Who could Germany be with? I took care of him for so long... Though I don't remember him being particularly close with anyone? "Who is it?" she stated quiet and mumbled something "What?" she spoke up "It's Poland..." he jumped up "WHAT!?" oh. Poland. That's actually not surprising. They were friends in the past so I suppose they would fit well. Reich argued with Sara while I toned them out. Looking around the kitchen I noticed a bookshelf. That's new. I walked over and looked through the books. Nothing too interesting unfortunately. Though there is Animal Farm. Ew. I suddenly spotted a small book on the end. The Communist Manifesto! I snatched it up and sat back at the table. I opened it to a random page and immediately recognized the pages I've read so many times. I smiled. Finally something familiar. The word has changed so much I've had a hard time adjusting.

"WHAT THE HELL NAZ!?"

Suddenly a glass bottle was slammed down next to me by Reich. Looking at the bottle I noticed it was beer but Reich had drank it all. "Why did you drink all that?" he glared at me "It's none of your damn business you stupid commie!" I just rolled my eyes. This was gonna suck. Reich drunk is like taking care of a toddler. "Oh are we drinking now!" JE chimes in "NO! NO MORE DRINKING ANY OF YOU!" Sara screamed.

"Your wasting your breath." I claimed, which she was. These idiots couldn't follow orders if their life depended on it.

Neither could you.

Thinking back on everything I did to oppose my leaders makes me sick. Every time I thought I had the upper hand they would sweep my feet out from under me and I'd be left a mess. I stared back at the book but couldn't read. My eyes wouldn't let me. I sighed and put the book down in defeat. I guess I can't read anymore...

"You're funny..."

Reich stumbled and sat in front of me smiling. I felt sick looking at him. I wanted to smack that stupid smirk off his face. Unfortunately that would be wrong of me. Reich suddenly got up and came closer to me.

Push him away! He's drunk he's bound to act stupid! He might say something your not ready to hear, be real! What if he tries to attack you. There is kitchen knives next to him he could use those. Or he'll used the empty beer bottle like your leader did bac-

"hehehe you look like you've seen a ghost.." Reich suddenly wrapped his arms around my neck and smiled.

PUSH HIM BACK! GET AWAY! MOVE NOW! WHY CAN'T YOU MOVE!? HE'S RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU!

My mind screamed and panicked. I tried to hide my surprise and play numb. but it was practically impossible. I can't move. Everything in my body feels frozen in place. My neck felt like it was burning from his touch. What is this!? It's Reich! Push him away! Push him away! No matter how much my mind screamed begged and pleaded to push Naz back I couldn't. I sat frozen like a doll. I looked over and saw JE staring with her mouth wide open. She acts like she understands how I feel right now... She has no idea. I looked at Reich. I quickly looked away realizing my mistake.

His face was extra red from the blood in his cheeks. He had a stupid goofy smile accompanied by his sparkly black eyes.  I felt heat rise to my cheeks...

WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU! PUSH HIM BACK! WHY ARE YOU BLUSHING! THIS IS REICH! HE BROKE YOUR PATHETIC HEART!? WHY ARE YOU LETTING THIS HAPPEN! THIS IS WRONG!

My thoughts felt suffocating. My throat felt closed up. I can't move, talk, or even breathe... I feel light headed.. Everything about Reich being this close and acting like this after everything I've been through because of him. I feel sick. Suddenly he inched closer and I realized his scheme. Finally when I felt his lip graze mine my body snapped into action. I stood quickly and shoved him off me in panic and stumbled back trying to get as much space between us as possible. He fell to the floor with a thud and made a slight "ngh..." JE rushed over to him and hugged him "Soviet what the hell!?" I couldn't even respond. I ran to my room and locked myself inside. My lip burned... It's like I can feel everywhere he has touched... It felt like acid on my skin. I scratched my neck trying anything to get rid of the pain... Why is this happening!? Why did it take so long for me to move!?  At least I know now when he's drunk I should stay miles away. That felt like living hell.

But it felt so good... what..? NO!

Why did it feel good!? How could I think that!? It was awful!? But the face he made when looking at me... Because he was drunk! Ugh! WHY CAN'T I MAKE UP MY MIND!

I slammed my hands on the floor repeatedly. I continued trying to get all the anger out. Was it anger? Sadness? Confusion..? I really don't know. It's a whirlwind of emotions. I looked at my wrists. The cuts have already faded.

They faded...

Japanese Empire POV:

I picked up Reich and set him on the couch. "Hey Sara can I go outside?" I turned to her after saying this. I wanted to go out and get some fresh air. After watching my love nearly kiss Soviet I feel shitty. "Yep make sure no one sees you" I nodded and walked out the front door. I took a few steps when...

"Why hello there"

I turned around quickly to find America standing there glaring at me "So this is your home?" I growled "No! Go away! Please!.." he rolled his eyes "Listen if I wanted to turn you in I would but I really just want to know something." I calmed and then thought, he might be lying. Who am I kidding? This is America! He's always manipulating, lying, and scheming... I tensed again "And what would that be?" he glared more "Soviet. I know you know where he is. So tell me." I practically wanted to scream from joy. He wants Soviet! Not me! I should just tell him!? Then my problems would be solved! No more of him stealing Reich! "He lives in there!" I pointed to the house. "Thanks." and he walked inside. I forgot to lock the door- It's ok.

Soviet will be out of my way now.