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All her life, Hungary has known combat, political intrigue, and death, which were all staples in a Nation’s long life. There were times when it seemed like that was all that she would ever know. Of course, with the advent of the turning of the century and the rise of Nations uniting with each other under the common goal of peace, she wasn’t as prone to picking up her weapons and seeking vengeance from her enemies. However, the political intrigue and death?
Well, those were definitely aspects of a Nation’s life that was inevitable, if not certain.
For Hungary, Nations were transient beings who were prone to following the whims of their people. Most of her peers agreed that while they had a sense of self, underneath it all, the will of their people ruled them. Rarely, if ever, were they afforded a chance to enact their wishes above the desires of the majority. Most were resigned to such a fate—they were lucky in a way because they were never truly alone, but cursed all the same.
Like other Nations, Hungary was keen on answering to her citizens’ call but still cognizant of her underlying personality, which she tried to embrace during the occasions when she was allowed to be somewhat free. For a time, she lived peacefully. She felt that her life was fulfilled and that she was doing well for a Nation of her status.
And then she met you.
As a woman who lived through her life as both a man and a woman, she knows what it’s like to be underestimated or treated harshly because of their appearance. What brings you to her attention is not because of your looks, but your strength and determination. Perhaps you’re a person who has been downtrodden by the superiors in your life. Maybe you were robbed of a position that should have been yours. Or perhaps you were a cute political aide or even better, a Nation, and she couldn’t help but admire your fortitude.
To see someone rise above their trials and tribulations with little complaint—to even flourish with such restrictions! Part of Hungary is envious and the other part is utterly fascinated with you.
Whatever the case, something about you captured her attention and she sought you out.
It was somewhat nerve wracking at first, a part of her was cognizant of the fact that most would have categorized her actions as obsessive and a tad overbearing (she didn’t mean to get carried away when she asked you out!) but lo and behold, you reciprocated her affections! You were just as entranced by her domineering personality, her maternal nature, and the fact that she was interested in you!
So what if she liked to make sure that you weren’t hanging out with other Nations?
So what if she liked to stay close to you at all times, even if you were unaware of her presence?
She loves you, you love her back, and maybe, just maybe, it was about damn time for Hungary to be selfish.
In the moments that she shares with you, she is not Hungary the Nation. She is Hungary your lover and you love her back.
And that’s all that matters.