[AN: if you didn't get the design of their dorm, or maybe I'm just bad at explaining, I drew it for you in a simple way, the picture above]
[ There'll be grammatical errors and typos ]
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The phone keeps ringing as I stayed in my room the whole day.
I don't even know why I stayed there like that.
Maybe it's because, my body was blazing hot.
My cheeks were heating up.
And no matter how cold the water was, it wasn't enough for the heat to subside.
"Philipia?" Joe called from the other side of my room.
I didn't answer.
"Philipia? Are you going to eat?"
I didn't answer again.
I don't know of it's me embarrassed or...
"Philipia? Please, we're worried" his tone was low.
I hugged myself and sigh as I stood up.
Closing the bathroom shower, I wrap myself with a towel and went to open the door.
"Philipia..." Joe looks surprised, he noticed I was only wearing a towel so he looked away immediately.
"Is there something you need?" I asked.
"W-well, China made meatbuns, we were hoping you could join us"
"I see... Thank you Joe but, I won't be eating..." I replied and was about to close the door when Joe stopped me halfway.
"Uhm! T-there's no class tomorrow, it's weekend"
"I know..." I smiled "thank you for reminding me"
When I closed it– hearing that soft taco of the door. I leaned against it and slide down.
I don't know why I feel this way.
But the fact that North Korea was able to drag me away just like that reminds me on how weak I am still...
What happens if something much worse happened? And I couldn't defend myself?
Brothers teaching would all go to waste and because of that...
I feel so weak.
I felt so weak...
I was cut off from my thoughts when my phone started ringing.
it continued ringing even if I ignored it.
"Who's calling..." I mumbled as I forced my way to it.
This is the first time I'm receiving a call.
I went over to my bed and took my phone, sitting on my bed I pressed receive and place it near my ear.
"Hello?"
"Hello! South korea here!"
It was a loud cheerful voice.
"Oh, hello south, you called? Is there a problem?"
"Gee, just because I called doesn't mean I bring trouble, that's rude"
"Sorry, I didn't mean it..."
"Hahahah! So serious, I'm just joking, hey! You missed a class today, that's not good"
"Sorry, I just felt really sick today"
"Oh? So you're sick? I can go there and give you a pleasurable massage~"
"That's very nice of you south but, I don't feel like it"
"You're so slow, anyways, are you coming tomorrow?"
I blinked a few times.
"Tomorrow? But it's a weekend right?"
"I know silly, that's why I'm asking whether you wanna come or not?"
"To where?"
"Library; teach me, I'm failing my subjects already and you're the only person who's kind enough to waste their weekends to teach a guy"
I think for a minute...
"Okay, I'll go, what time?"
"Nice! 10 am sharp, at the library, okay?"
"Okay, oh and wait, how did you get my number?"
"I asked Joe for it"
"I see, okay then, see you tomorrow"
"See ya!"
The call ended and separate my phone from my ear.
The caller ID shown at my history says:
IHasK-pop
That's a weird name.
I placed my phone back on the lamp stand and head to my wardrobe to change.
While changing, I heard a sound from my stomach.
I sighed.
"Well, I haven't eaten anything since morning, but I don't really feel like eating either..."
It growled again.
"No choice, it's best to trust your body"
I got out from my room and head towards the kitchen.
It was already dark and quiet; seems like everyone's in their own rooms now
I went to the fridge and looked for anything decent to eat.
Luckily, there was an instant cup noodles on the cupboard.
"Guess it'll be Noddles" I mumbled and took it.
I neatly removed the cover and poured hot water and it's condiments inside.
I waited for about a minute and washed the dishes ( where the boys didn't wash ) while waiting.
I dried my hands with a clean towel before checking my Noddles.
"Hmm, this seems good..."
I took a fork and sat on the dining table and ate.
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When I finished, I threw the empty cup Noddles and washed the fork I used before drinking water and heading back to my room.
"Oh?..."
On my way to my room, China's door ( besides mine ) opened.
He was wearing a sweater, pajamas and glasses, which mean he was reading or using his computer– it suits him
"Philipia?"
"Good evening" I greeted with a weak smile.
He looked worried, "are you okay now? Do you want something to eat?" He asked.
"Oh no, I already ate"
"Really? What did you eat?"
"Instant"
"Cup noodles?"
I nodded in response.
He smiled and sigh "Alright, I won't force you to eat something, but tomorrow, eat okay? We already gave a permission slip to the teachers about you having a cold" he explained.
"Thank you, I'm glad they accepted it"
He shrugged " having Joe was very useful, bribing and flirting the nurse was easy" he grins.
I giggled "is that so?"
"At least we could help you"
I smiled at him, he looked away while rubbing the back of his neck.
"I'll be going back to my room now" I said.
"Uh, yeah, of course– good night"
"Good night"
As I went back to my room, I lay on my bed once again and set my alarm for tomorrow, hopefully I'll be able to sleep again.
"Enough thinking, let's sleep..."
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The next day, I woke up at 8 am.
Getting a shower and wearing something decent.
I wore a knitted sweater and long skirt, it's plain but it's comfortable.
Brother never liked me dressing up that shows to much skin, I can understand him.
But, even if he tells me not to, I never really liked wearing clothes that shows so much skin except when you're on the beach.
As I finished getting ready, I saw Joe drinking coffee on the dining table while swiping on his phone.
"Good morning" I greeted, he looks at me as he took a sip from his coffee.
"Good morn--"
He suddenly spilled his coffee upon seeing me.
Did I look bad?
"Uhm, are you okay?" I asked.
He looked away, wiping the coffee spill from his lips.
"Joe?"
"Y-yeah?"
"You okay?"
He nodded in response, still not looking in my way.
"I see, well, I'll be going"
He perked up "where?" He asked, finally looking at me.
"Library" I replied.
"Oh, that's so you philipia; well take care" he said, his face seemed to be so red and flustered, does he have a fever?
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As I went inside the school, I noticed there were a lot of students wearing casual clothes scattered around as well.
That's nice, it felt weird to go to school not wearing your uniform, even if we're just going to the library.
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South wing library
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When I arrived, I looked for South.
The library was only one floor but it was spacious.
It's like in a book museum, as expected of Pangaea.
I walked towards the shelves of books all placed neatly– I noticed that there were only two or three people in here.
Yet I still can't seem to find South.
Am I too early? am I in the wrong library? What do I do? I think I forgot my phone, I can't call him either...
"Yo" there was a gentle tap on my shoulder, I look back and it was South.
"You're here" he said.
I smiled and felt relieved, thank goodness "I'm here"
He wore a sleeveless jacket style shirt and shorts, he also carried two notebooks as well.
"Good morning south" I greeted.
He winked and took my wrist "come on, let's go over here"
"U-uhmm"
"I know a good spot"
South pulled me to the end of the library, it was as if we were in a cage of shelves.
At the middle of it, there was a table right near the window.
"You can see the soccer players from here" he remarks and I went to check as well.
"Is that, China? And Spain?"
I look down and see familiar faces, they all look serious and played like real professionals.
I don't know much about soccer but China's team seems to be winning than Spain.
Though they still have a smile on their faces, it must be a practice match.
"Hey, focus" South flicks his fingers near my face.
"Oh right, I'm sorry" I smiled and hurriedly took a seat.
I taught South the part where he was having a hard time; he was a fast learner and he can focus ( thank goodness )
I thought for sure he was one of those types that didn't really had the energy to even do such things.
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When we were done, South stretched his hand backwards "thanks the stars, you're a life saver philipia" he said and smiled.
"No problem" I replied "with this, you will have no more problem in the future"
"Yeah I hope I won't" he grins.
We sat there for a while and watched the soccer club play.
"Hey, wanna do something philipia?" He whispered, I blinked a few times.
"Like?"
South smiled mischievously and took something out from his pocket.
He has four balloons and flour.
"Uhm..."
"What do you say, you and me and prank them?"
"That's wrong" I said.
"Pfft, it's not when no one is hurt, plus, you can't get hurt from a flour"
He's right.
He grins even more before pouring a moderate amount of flour inside the balloons before blowing them.
"How will it explode?" I asked.
"You don't know a thing at all do you?" He chuckled and pokes my nose.
"I'm sorry?"
He gave me one balloon and hid under the window to avoid detection. "I'll use this" he showed me a rubber band and toothpick.
"Uhmm..."
I'm still a bit confused.
He laughed and gave me the other balloon, "just do as I say. Now, you're gonna have to throw these for me"
I nodded and for some reason, I feel excited...?
"Alright, 1.. 2.. 3.. Go!"
I threw the balloons and South shoots one of them.
They exploded and the flours were everywhere covering the whole team in the middle of a game.
"What the hell!" One of them yelled.
We peeked down to see what happened after.
The floors were surprisingly effective, it stuck on them with the help of their sweat and it spreads even more if you touch it.
I don't think that's a normal flour...
South was holding back his laughter.
"Who did that?!"
"Oh shit! Hide!" He whispered and pulled me down.
As we were about to hide, my hand suddenly slips and was about to hit the shelf.
Luckily, South caught me immediately and I fell on his chest.
"Careful" he whispered.
I nodded.
"What was that?" The voice of the librarian came in.
South pulled me closer, hiding us, my face was inches away from his.
He was too focused not to get caught that he didn't even realize that his hands around my waist were crushing me.
"Whew...That was close" he said and turn to look at me.
His face slowly turn red and finally realized our position.
"Uhmm, south?" I called but he didn't respond.
We stayed there for a good few seconds, "Is there something wrong?" I ask.
He soften his gaze and placed his hand on the back of my head.
Pulling me and kissed me.
A kiss again?...
It lasted for a minute before he separated himself from me.
"S-south..."
He snapped back and immediately stood up.
"Sorry! Thanks again, for the lesson" he quickly packed his stuff and ran from the library.
I was left there speechless.
I was still processing what happened and touched my lips, what in the world is happening?
First North, now South?
I can't understand why they would do such a thing.
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Before coming home, I stayed in the school garden to enjoy the view and spring breeze.
I miss my country...
No matter how much I wanna go back I still have a mission here.
But thinking back yesterday on how easily north was able to pull me away, proves that...
I'm so useless.
I groaned and bend down a little, staring at the grass underneath me while there was a flower blooming.
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"mama?"
"Yes?"
"What's this flower? Why does it hurt me?"
"Oh dear, it's a rose, be careful when you take one okay? It's thorns are very sharp"
"But why?"
"To protect themselves, can't you see? It's so pretty you couldn't help yourself but pick it up even if you get hurt, but if you picked it up the right way, no blood shall fall"
"Wow!"
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No blood shall fall...
But mama, the flower that I'm picking up has too much thorns.
To the point it's unbearable.
"I have to get back now" I said to myself before standing up from the bench and taking my bag.
"Thorns, huh... " I mumbled to myself.
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When I got back, the dorm was awfully quiet; maybe they were in their club?
I entered the room and saw China sleeping on the couch "He must be tired from earlier" I said to myself and closed the door behind me "well, I can't blame him..."
I giggled softly.
The incident earlier made me feel guilty; I'm so sorry china, but I have to admit I enjoyed it.
Recalling what south did flashed in my memory; touching my lips and pulling my hand back down again.
Maybe that was like a greeting?
I heard some country's use kissing as a greeting.
Yeah, that must be it.
I smiled at myself and China changed his position "I must leave him be, I guess I'll light up some jasmines today, I'm tired"
I got inside my room and I immediately changed into something comfortable, light up two sticks of scents and flop down on my bed.
"Make me sleep till I die..." I said to myself and lay on my bed.
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My sleep felt like 10 minutes long, but the two jasmines I lit up earlier is already gone.
"That was fast" I groaned and sit up.
It was short but I feel refreshed
I head to the living room where J and Spain were playing.
J looked cute in his jacket which has a hoodie that has cat ears on it while Spain wore like a polo with three buttons unbuttoned...
"Come on! Heal me bro!" Spain exclaimed.
"I'm trying okay?" J yelled back and harshly pressed the buttons on his console.
They didn't seem to notice me since they were focused on their game.
I went straight to the kitchen and heat myself up some water to make coffee.
Suddenly, China came home soaking wet "Oh, China you're back" I smiled.
He looks at me with dripping wet face and body, "hey" he smiled weakly and went to his room to change.
I wonder what happened...
Leaving him aside the boiler beeps and the water was fully heated.
Drinking my tea and watching the game Spain and China are playing.
The game they were playing was a war game, they were the soldiers and the enemies were terrorists.
That's common.
I observed how J and Spain play, their tactics, their style of killing, how swift they are.
Just by this I can gain info.
And I'm writing them down in my mind, every little detail about them.
I've realized I've spent little time with the others now, but it's fine, I'd rather stay inside.
"Come on Spain! It's impossible you can't kill him in that range!"
Spain clicks his tongue "damn it J! Stop intimidating me!"
Ah, Spain ended up on a killing spree, he's even doing a friendly fire now too...
I should hurry and write them down before compiling all these informations and reporting them to brother.
"No!! I died! You useless teammate!" Spain exclaimed while shaking J back and forth.
"I keep telling you to defend yourself cause I need to recharge!" J berate.
I sighed and continued sipping my tea.
They certainly have changed...
But what if, I was placed here and their memories were never erased? Can I still be able to sit here drinking tea like it's nothing?
Or would I be terrified to the point I can't move?
"Mmh..." I bite my lower lip as I stared at the two of them.
But, whatever it is, I will still finish this mission... No point thinking about the what ifs.
I got up and head to the window, pushing aside the curtains and saw the sky was gray and gloomy.
It was raining...
"I wanted fresh air too" I mumbled under my breath.
When I finished my tea, I placed it in the sink and washed it before going back to my room.
On the way, I heard muffled voices from Joe's room.
His room isn't fully closed, I can peek in and eavesdrop...
Forgive me Joe.
It's just me being curious.
Crouching down, I peeked inside and leaned close a little.
"No dad, I'm fine here, geez"
He sound annoyed.
"Look, dad, call me tomorrow okay? I gotta finish this game"
My eyes soften.
It seems like he's having trouble with his father, his father is Mr. UK right?
He was a nice guy, very friendly and well mannered, I saw him once and I observed he is a guy with class.
But why does Joe seems so distant towards him?
Well, my job is to look for information not butting in family matters.
It's really hard to live with men, especially when good looking bodies.
It makes me want to stare at them all day long
I think this started when I caught mama eavesdropping when papa was training.
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There's not much to do today.
Unlike them, I have nothing to kill time.
Ah but, I'm not here to relax...
"Russia! Wanna drink bud! J bought wine from his country!" Joe's muffled yell was heard.
I hugged my pillow and stayed there.
Soon after, I hear the others getting our of their room and enter Russia's.
And now it's quiet.
I sigh and lay on my bed, "why, do I feel so lonely?" I said to myself.
I feel so left out...
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School came and most of them went early for clubs while most stayed late.
They would come home very tired and maybe sometimes talk to each other and lock themselves in their rooms.
How am I going to gain any information with this?
It feels like, they live here but they're not here...
They would buy lunch instead too or maybe don't eat at all, I even made them a bunch of lunch for them everyday now and I'm starting to get frustrated.
I need to get them to be close to me or else I might lose my chance to get more information...
But what do I do...?
I'm not sociable, and I get shy often.
Sometimes even in class, they would talk to each other or maybe in their clubmates.
"Hey, lonely girl?" I look up from my seat and saw South, he wears the usual energetic smile.
"Hello" I greeted with a smile.
"I'm starting to notice that you guys aren't as close as before" he said.
I shrugged, "well, I can't blame them, I am a girl and I can't understand their interest so they talk to someone who does"
"Oh, okay, but doesn't that make you lonely? Me and my dorm mates may be separated in class but we're very close, sometimes we burn the kitchen because none of us can cook" he chuckled as he scratches the back of his head.
"Hmm, maybe I can cook for you guys"
South looked surprised of my offer, "really?"
I nodded and smiled, "yeah~ Everyone seems so busy lately and they don't eat the food I cook anymore, it's such a waste too"
"Really? Alright! Tomorrow then!"
"I can cook you dinner today"
South looked pleased, "yes please! Thank goodness, a decent meal for once"
I giggled at his reaction, "is this what I get after that kiss?" He whispered.
I froze and stare at him, he has this smirked on his lips. "I can give you another one if you like"
I blinked a few times and I shake my head, "it's okay, I'm not doing this because I want something"
"Gee, I don't know if you're dense or oblivious" he said.
"Hmm?" I tilt my head to the side.
"Never mind, I'll come to your dorm later okay?"
With that, South went back to his seat and our last teacher for today came.
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Night time and everyone once again, was inside their rooms, although Spain and J are playing games at the living room again.
They didn't even eat their dinner.
I glance over to the pot where only half of the food was eaten.
Thank goodness Russia eats a lot, otherwise there would be a lot of leftovers.
While watching them play, a knock was made at the door, "it must be South"
I went towards it and opened it.
"Heya" he greeted.
"Good evening, South" I greeted back.
"Uhm, J, Spain, I'll be going" I said but, I don't think they heard me.
"Heal me asshole!"
"I'm trying!!"
I soften my shoulders and smiled weakly.
South seemed to have noticed it and he step inside to look over at J and Spain.
"They sure are busy huh" he said commented.
"Yes they are, I guess the game must be fun" I chuckled.
I feel sad or maybe frustrated, that I feel like an outcast... What is this.
"Hey, philipia" South called.
I snapped out of my thoughts and face him directly, "ye--"
Time was slow when he slowly leaned close to me and kissed me ( again )
Even though we can be seen by Spain and J, he still did it.
It lasted for a minute when he finally separate himself from me.
"Oh come on! I told you I should be the healer!" Spain yelled.
They continue to argue like we weren't here or we weren't seen, they were too indulge.
I look back to South who has the same mischievous smile he had back at the library, "let's go" he said and pulled me outside and closed the door behind me.
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He brought me to his dorm room, number 78, "get ready, it's very noisy and messy" South said before opening the door.
The designs were the same, though it was messy like he said.
Trash bags and cans on the sofa and plastic bags on the floor, three big garbage bag on the side and a dirty kitchen.
"Eheheh, I forgot the trash" he said and went towards it.
"Make yourself at home! I'll take out the trash first" he said and head outside.
There was no one but it was a great opportunity to clean a little bit.
The kitchen and table was full of cup noddles, the sink was full of unwashed dishes.
And the living room was a total disaster.
I sigh and rolled up my sleeves and started to tidy up a bit.
It was small and it only took me 1 minutes to remove all the trash, wash the dishes, clean the table, sweep the floor, and arrange the kitchen before distant footsteps were made just outside the door.
"Man, I got lost while throwing the trash away" South came in with three more people.
They stood by the door before stepping out again and checked the room number.
"Ehhh?? Philipia did you clean?!" South exclaimed.
I nodded.
"Good evening" I greeted before placing a pot of soup on the table.
"Whoah! How are you? I'm Malaysia!" he said with a wide grin.
I smiled and nodded "I'm philipia"
He looks familiar.
"I'm Indonesia, nice to meet you, Wow! Did you clean our lounge? How nice of you" he said.
"Arabia here, my lady" he bowed and winked at me.
"It's so nice to meet all of you, I made you all pork soup and grilled fish. Please have some" I said.
They all looked at the food and started drooling.
I giggled. "It's yours, I came here to let you all have a decent meal since South was already complaining"
"South!" Malaysia grabbed both his shoulders whole sobbing "you found out salvation!" He whimpered and hugged him.
South grins and puffs his chest "I know right?"
"Well then, let's dig in!"
They all took a seat and started eating.
There's only 4 of them here, I know one room is 6 people.
"Where's the rest of you guys?" I asked.
"Oh you mean Canada and France? Well those two are always eating outside since they can't deal with the atmosphere here" Indonesia replied while his mouth full.
I can't blame them actually, I'd go outside if I were here too.
"Philipia, come and eat with us" South said.
I shake my head, "it's okay, I better head back already and I ate one now, it's already late as well, I just came here to give you guys dinner" I smiled.
"Aww, already? But I still wanna talk to you though" Malaysia whined as he hugged my waist out of nowhere.
"Hey! Keep your hands to yourself malay-dog" South berates as he pulled Malaysia back.
This place is so lively, the dorm was like this before but everyone seemed more busy now, I guess I just miss a noisy room...?
No wait, I'm just like this because I can't get any information.
That's right... I'm not really lonely.
"Um, I'll leave you guys now, there's still more at the stove and if you want snacks I bake cookies and they are in the oven, and if you get hungry again I left a note there on how to prepare the ready to eat meals"
They all nodded "thank you again, you're too kind" Arabia smiled.
I smiled back "well then, take care"
"Ah! I'll take you to your room!" South was about to stand but I shake my head.
"I'll be fine, to see you all enjoy my food is enough, I'll be okay when going back– see you tomorrow south, and to all of you as well"
They didn't reply and simply nodded again, they all looked pleased and seem to enjoy it, I'm glad.
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While walking down the hall, the elevator rang and opened, I was about to get on when two men came out.
It was Canada and France, they smell like fresh coffee so I assume they went to a cafe.
As expected, they are very proper and well mannered, but why is Joe not?
They walk pass me as they head to their room, I went inside the elevator and head to mine.
When I arrived, I noticed that it was now empty and quiet ( as expected ) everyone is in their rooms again.
I sigh and head towards my own.
"Oh, you're back, we were very worried" China said as his head was peeking out, he was wearing glasses and a loose shirt.
"Oh, sorry to cause trouble, I just assumed you guys wouldn't notice" I smile and wave.
"Wouldn't notice?" He title his head.
Oh dear, what am I saying...?
Okay, act cool.
I tilted my head to the side, "it's just, everyone seemed so busy lately and I was bored, but it's okay, I understand. Anyways, good night China"
With that, I opened my room and head inside.
I saw he was about to say something but I already closed the door.
I immediately flop down my bed and doze off.
Hmm, maybe if I make them lunch they'll be happy about it, well, I guess I'll do that.
I hug my pillow and slowly, I feel my eyelids become heavy.
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<<< End of Chapter 4 : Distant.
>>> Coming Chapter 5 : For room 81 only.
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