been down recently, and is feeding the ducks at a local park to cheer himself up.

to know why he's feeling down, he wanders around looking for him and will keep looking until he finds him.

been thinking a lot about his parents relationships and he isn't sure he's comfortable with some things. Feeling guilty, he sighs and_

leaves the ducks, wandering around aimlessly.

sees him walking and speeds up to wrap his arms around Brett's waist. "Hey love, want to talk?"

jumps slightly, but relaxes into him when he hears the familiar Aussie accent. He smiles, turning his head to kiss his cheek. 'I don't want_

to moan to you, especially when you being here cheers me up.'

"Why not? Just talk to me. I want to be here for you." He frowns grabbing one of Brett's hands to kiss the back of it.

turns to him and hugs into his side. 'You are, Alex, don't worry. It's just...mum and dad problems.' He looks embarrassed. 'I'm being such_

a baby about things. Not being able to let go...It's stupid.' He sighs.

"Mum and dad problems? Like what?" He hugs him back rubbing his back. "And it's not stupid if you feel strongly about it."

pouts and rests his chin on Alex's shoulder. 'Dad has a new love interest, and I reacted really badly. I think I upset him, and I went_

mad at Mr Germany because he and dad...you know, did stuff.' He flushes and hides his face in the Aussie's neck. 'And mum...Well, I worry_

he feels left out, but I don't want him to date anyone who isn't good enough. But I shouldn't be messing about in their business, right?'

hums thinking about how to answer these things. He felt unsure about this. "Well... That's kind of natural for a kid to feel upset when -

their parents try to get with someone else. It kind of feels like replacement huh? Are you still upset about Gregory and Ludwig?" He kisses

the top of Brett's hair. "I-I can't help you with England though... he can take care of himself, they're adults Brett, like you. It's not -

wrong for you to feel like that but, they're ok. Have you talked to them about it?"

nods slowly as he speaks. 'Yeah...and it sort of hurt that Greg didn't tell me. I feel like Ludwig is trying to steal him away. As for_

Arthur...well, I've tried talking to him, but he doesn't seem to like that topic. And whenever I speak to Greg I feel like I'm upsetting_

him by not being supportive.' He sighs heavily and then kisses Alex. 'Why is it everything you say and do is awesome?' He asks with a hint_

of humour in his voice.

"Ohhh I see. To be fair though, he's not insanely supportive of our relationship either." He chuckles at the thought. "I'm just not sure I -

have an easy answer for you, but I wish I did." He stay quiet for a second smiling before answering the question. "I'm not awesome, I -

just love you." He rubbed the tip of his nose against Brett's "This is a Maori kiss right?"

flushes and chuckles lightly. 'I love you too, and don't deny it-you are the most awesome guy in the world.' He gently rubs against his_

nose. 'Yup, this is one of my kisses. I think you should adopt it in Australia so we can do it all the time.'

"I definitely think we should adopt this kiss. It's fun." He grins. "Are you going to be ok? Want me to beat anyone up?"

pretends to think about it. 'Well I guess...no, I don't want you to get into trouble.' He laughs and plays with Australia's hair. 'Do you_

make a habit of beating people up, my beautiful Aussie?'

"You guess? That's not real certain, if you don't want me to beat anyone up can I do something else?"

He laughed with Brett. "Not a lot anymore, just if they mess with you."

pulls him round and round in circles. 'I appreciate it, Alex, I really do.' He laughs. 'But I'd be happier if I got all of your attention_

myself. I'm selfish that way.' He knows Alex is more physical than he is, seeing as he's had more dealings with other nations.