Colonizer!Spain (Antonio Carriedo) x Nation!Reader
Cries of anguish reached her ears and the teenage nation winced. The chains around her feet tugged at her skin as she moved closer to the sounds. In the darkness of the room, (Y/N) found comfort in the little signs of life she could hear. The door opened to wash the room with light. (Y/N) blinked her eyes as they struggled to adjust to the drastic change in lighting. The familiar voice of the Ottoman Empire sounded panicked as he undid her chains "You're coming with me. I'm not losing your territory." She struggled in his grasp, but the suffering of her people took its toll on her body. She glared up at him, but he merely looked away and dragged her to her feet.
His hold on her wrist tightened as (Y/N) struggled to keep up with his long strides. The cries of human soldiers grew louder as they moved throughout the house. She picked up the sound of an unfamiliar language being yelled. The Ottoman Empire tugged on her wrist harder as his speed picked up. She bit her lip in an effort to distract herself from the pain on her wrist. The unfamiliar language sounded closer and (Y/N) dug her feet into the floor. Her capturer glared down at her as she scratched at his arm. He released her wrist and grabbed her waist to haul her over his shoulder. She kicked and punched him, but he continued to march on. The Ottoman Empire opened the door and froze.
Teary eyes looked over his shoulder to observe the group in front of them. They were adorned in typical armour from the West of Europe, each brandishing a weapon of some sort. At the front of the group stood a male with brown hair and stern green eyes. (Y/N) winced as the eyes landed on her. 'Is he going to take me away? What if he's worse?' She thought, watching his every move. He switched languages "We won the war. Give me what is mine." The Ottoman Empire dropped her to the floor to take out his weapon "I'm still standing. You haven't won anything." (Y/N) watched from the sidelines the fight that started. Her mind screamed at her to run, but she remained entranced by the clashing of the swords.
A male made his way over to her and (Y/N) flinched. The words he said made little sense to her as he slowly approached. He pointed to the male fighting "España." She turned her attention back to the two to find the Ottoman Empire on his knees. España stood before him "The territory is mine now." He looked over at (Y/N) momentarily before returning his gaze to his fallen opponent "And she'll come with me as well." He grabbed the startled teenage nation and walked away from the defeated Ottoman Empire. (Y/N) didn't resist as they walked on board of a ship. Things kept happening and she failed to keep up with the current scenario. The male gently guided her into a room away from the unfamiliar people.
Silence loomed over the room as he settled in. He took a seat on the bed and smiled down softly at her "I am the nation of Spain. It's a pleasure to meet you (C/N)." She watched him carefully "How do you know who I am?" "Nations talk. It was my brother Portugal that notified me of your capture" he explained, his carefree smile never leaving his face. (Y/N) warily took a seat next to him on the bed "What do you plan to do with me?" The look in his green eyes changed slightly "I plan on having control over your people. You'd be staying with my other territories at my estate. While you're there, I'll be governing your country." She watched him carefully "Is there any way I could refuse?" "No." "Ok" she stated, laying down on the comfy bed "However if you turn out to be exactly like the Ottoman Empire, I'll kick you out of my country." His bright smile returned to his face "I'm glad everything worked out."
The journey to the country of Spain took months. (Y/N) found herself becoming closer to Antonio and he felt closer to her too. Antonio taught her how to fight, how to survive in dire circumstances, and how to make allies easily. He warned her to stay away from England and she readily agreed after hearing stories of how he terrorized the seas. They arrived at the estate and a grumpy brunette made his way over to greet them. Antonio immediately grinned and pulled him into a tight hug "(Y/N) this is Lovino. He's South Italy." Lovino pushed the Spaniard off of him and turned to (Y/N) with a charming smile "It's a pleasure to meet you bella." She returned his greeting with her own.
Day after day passed at the estate, and (Y/N) loved spending time with Antonio whenever he was free. They'd often practice fighting and each time Antonio would praise her on her sword fighting techniques. (Y/N) gradually grew older as her country flourished under Antonio's rule. Antonio peeked his head into her room with a bright smile "Ready to go?" She nodded and grabbed his hand. He guided them to a park where a picnic blanket remained along with a few plates filled with food. Antonio took a seat next to her on the blanket "You know Lovino is upstairs sulking right now." (Y/N) turned to him with a worried look "What happened?" Antonio moved slightly closer to her "He's upset he's not the one on the date with you right now." Pink dusted her cheeks "Oh." Antonio turned his attention back to the food and conversation easily flowed between them once again.
The sun began to set as they finished off the last of their food. Antonio stood up and pulled (Y/N) up with him "I wanted to talk to you about something." She nodded and watched him curiously. He smiled slightly. He loved the way she would look at him. Regardless of the emotion on her face, she watched him with complete trust. He wondered how he managed to get such a wonderful colony. He leaned closer to her and smiled at the reddening of her cheeks "You're so wonderful. You're everything I could ask for." (Y/N) stared into his green eyes uncertainly "Really?" He nodded and uttered softly "Really." He closed the distance and pressed his lips against hers.
Time didn't slow down like she had heard from Lovino, but she did enjoy it. She pulled him closer to deepen the kiss. Antonio pulled away with his signature smile "How about we head back?" She nodded and followed him back to the estate. Things began to change soon after. Arthur began to take territory away from Antonio turning him into something different. Whenever he'd see her he'd break out into a bright smile, but the look in his eyes changed. He placed a soft kiss on her lips "Do you have to go?" She nervously smiled up at him "I do. I'm sorry Antonio, but my government wants me." He frowned "Remember to come back." She nodded and hugged him tightly "I will." They parted and (Y/N) eagerly boarded her ship. She immediately went to the Captain "Sail to England." "But." "Do what I say. Please." He remained silent before nodding "Anything you wish." The journey to England took a few days.
They arrived to a hostile environment as the English easily recognized the Spanish ship. A blonde-haired male with emerald green eyes stepped forward "Why are you here?" She smiled in relief at the sight "Hello Arthur. I need to talk to you." His expression immediately softened and he beckoned her to join him. They sat in his office as he served tea "What would you like to talk about?" (Y/N) placed her tea down "I want independence from Spain. I came to ask for assistance." Arthur paused "Are you sure? Aren't you two..." She stared into his eyes "I have to. My people, he's hurting them. He used to care for my land, but ever since you.....Arthur I can't let them be hurt anymore, no matter how much I love Antonio." Arthur smiled and leaned closer to her "What do I get out of this?" She didn't move "I'll help you get any land from him you want." Arthur visibly faltered.
His smile returned to his face as he returned to his seat. He hummed in agreement "I'll help you get your independence." Her grip on her cup tightened "Really?" He nodded "Really. A gentleman will always help those in need, especially if he gets something out of it." She smiled and took a sip from her tea "I appreciate the help, Arthur. I never thought you'd be the one I'd come to for assistance." Arthur chuckled "Neither did I." She arrived at her country soon after and informed her government of the assistance from England. She stood on the balcony of the castle and watched as the army trained the citizens. The Spanish officials in her country had returned to Spain a month ago, giving her time to prepare. They'd be back in a week.
The battle started soon after her return. The Spanish fell. Her people fell as well. She fought and pushed through her enemies. (Y/N) couldn't let her people suffer regardless of her personal feelings. Antonio stood in front of her bathed in the blood of her people. He watched her with confusion "I thought you were mine. You were meant to always be mine." She hit him in the head with the butt of her rifle as Arthur's troops and her troops fought behind her "Not anymore Antonio." His green eyes turned cold as he pulled her to the ground "You can't leave me." (Y/N) pushed him away with tears in her eyes "I have to Antonio. For my people."
Notes:
España = Spain but in Spanish
He's always loved her but in a possessive way. He mistook it as actual love. It explains why he's so devastated at the end (+ because England helped). The possessive love can be seen at the end when he says that she's his and that she can't leave. Also, the fact that he calls her a colony before he kisses her (instead he should have just said person or some term of endearment). Lastly, the sentence "Remember to come back."
Also, I'm sorry for villainizing Turkey, but it was loosely based on the scene where Spain saves Romano from the Ottoman Empire.
Lastly, each chapter I write has a prompt word (other than a few) and I wonder if anyone can guess what the prompt for this chapter is.
Hope you enjoyed the extra-long chapter (it's the last one for a long time).
Next is Prussia.