Blackout

Chapter One

Blackout

Chapter One

Started October 1st 2017

AN: This fic will be posted every other Saturday!

Canada grumbled tilting his head slightly watching his target through his scope. He was currently perched on top of a nearby building just south of the boarder watching the man mill about his nightly tasks. Dylan Lisk, known mobster and drug dealer, was the nation's target. One of his fellow 'coworkers' had wanted him gone enough to put out a contract on his life.

Matthew had taken that contract. It would pay well and the world wouldn't miss this man. The nation didn't have a huge thirst for blood, but killing bad people for money helped ghouls all over Canada. He didn't keep any of the money he earned from the hits. All of it went into a fund to keep ghouls across Canada safe and hidden.

The blond shifted his rifle watching as the man finally dismissed his assistant for the night and relaxed on his couch. Matthew waited another couple minutes watching the assistant drive off before taking aim. He took a breath and fired. The crack of his rifle would be missed in the sounds of the city at night. The mobster slumped forward into his coffee table and didn't move.

Canada quickly packed up his rifle and stood up. He reached into his pocket and dropped his card on the rooftop. When the police found the body they would be able to piece together what happened and find his card. It would be reported on the news that the Red-Winged Blackbird had struck again and the contract would be complete.

The blond walked over to the edge of the roof top and stepped off. He let himself fall a couple of stories before releasing his wing like kagune. He spread his wings slowing his fall landing gracefully in the alley below. As Canada's kagune disappeared, he pulled up his hood and walked quickly down the street to his red sports bike.

-----❄"I've been around you so long I feel like some of the slythrin has seeped from you to me."❄-----

Matthew was half asleep by the time he pulled into his driveway. None of the lights were on so Gilbert must be in bed; very normal for four in the morning. Blackbird drove his bike into the garage and dropped his rifle off on the work bench before going inside.

It was a little cooler than the normal toasty warm Prussia liked to keep the temperature at. Canada didn't mind the cold as he moved through the quiet house. He yawned as he climbed up the stairs to the bedroom. He could hear the albino snoring lightly from underneath the covers as he entered the room. Matthew smiled seeing Kuma and Gilbird sleeping at the foot of the bed.

Blackbird felt so lucky to have Prussia in his life. They had dated for quite a while before Canada had worked up the courage to tell Gilbert about being a ghoul. The Prussian hadn't reacted as bad as Matthew thought he would. Yes, he had been angry and scared, but he didn't run away like Canada expected him too. None of the other nations knew he was a ghoul, not even his 'family.'

They had been able to talk through things. Matthew was able to explain that he only killed bad people, the ones that had committed terrible crimes. He knew and watched these people until someone sent him a contract. Canada didn't always eat his contracted targets; he didn't eat often and knew how to manage his hunger. Occasionally he would have to stop for a quick snack, but even then he was extremely picky.

Matthew also explained why he took these contracts. Canada was a safe haven for ghouls that were escaping from violence in other countries. The government didn't exactly know the system that had been in place for years. Funeral homes across the country were run by ghouls and had hidden clauses in their paperwork to make what they were doing 'legal.'

Canada shook his head with a smile and quickly changed into his pjs. He went back over to the bed and slowly sunk into it trying to not wake the sleeping Prussian. The ghoul knew it didn't work as warm hands wrapped around his waist.

"Jou're cold." Gilbert grumbled pulling him closer. He tucked his head into the crook of Matthew's neck and sighed.

"You're warm." Blackbird hummed closing his eyes. He knew they had a meeting in the morning and wanted to get some sleep.

-----❄"Never trust anyone too much; remember the devil was once an angel."❄-----

Canada woke up late the next morning. It was almost noon and the sun was shining through the windows. He could smell the scent of coffee coming from down stairs. He groaned and sat up before heading into the bathroom to take a quick shower.

Matthew got dressed and went downstairs. He made his way into the kitchen to grab a cup of coffee before going to find Prussia. Kuma was sleeping on top of one of the kitchen counters in the sun. He looked up as Blackbird entered before lying back down. Canada poured himself a cup of coffee and looked out the window.

Prussia was sitting outside sipping his coffee in a Muskoka chair under an umbrella while reading the paper. Canada laughed a little bit seeing this. He walked over and went out leaving the door open just in case Kuma wanted out.

"Morning." The Canadian said sitting in the chair beside Prussia.

"Barely. It's almost noon." Gilbert said setting his paper down. Gilbird flew from his hair into Matthew's with a cheep. "Remember there's a meeting today?"

"Yup." He said taking a sip of coffee. "Good thing it's later in the day. Otherwise I would have slept through it."

"Ve'll have to leave in an hour if ve vant to get there on time." Prussia said yawning slightly. "Vhat time did jou get home last night?"

"About four in the morning." Canada shrugged. "Have you watched the news yet?"

"Not yet, I just got up a little while ago. When are you going to take care of that ghoul? He was in the news again last night." Prussia asked raising an eyebrow.

"Tonight, probably. I'll go after the meeting and track them down." Canada yawned taking another sip of coffee.

"I guess ve should go in." Prussia said standing up and offering a hand to Canada. Matthew took it and Gilbert pulled him up. The albino pulled him close and gave him a kiss on the cheek.

Matthew was expecting the move and giggled. He leaned down to kiss him again and sneakily picked up the smaller nation bridle style. Prussia broke the kiss with a laugh and wrapped his arms around Canada's neck as he was carried back into the house to the couch.

Blackbird sat Gilbert down lightly on the couch and sat down next to him. Prussia turned on the TV and switched it over to the news channel. The first thing to pop up was a story about the southern US getting snow. A few moments later 'breaking news' flashed across the screen and the news of Dylan Lisk's death was announced and they reported it was Blackbird's doing.

"That one vill rock the underground." Gilbert said. "Vonder how long it will take for his successor to be replaced as well?"

"Not too long probably." Matthew said with a shrug. "We need to get ready and get on the road."

AN: I know that Canada's kagune would rip holes into his clothes, but shhhh. Have any questions? Ask me on Tumblr @tallpoppy-Canada