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My Manipulated Misfortune	By : FlayraDowitcher Category: +G to L > Hetalia: Axis Powers Views: 2001 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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***Warning: Language, minor violence, sex talk, yaoi, humor, dark humor

***Disclaimer: I do not own Hetalia. This fic is for fun. I am making no money off of this fic.

Chapter 15

Ludwig had been slightly prepared for that particular issue to come up. However, he had never expected it so soon into the court case. He looked back at his table, where everyone appeared shocked and frightened. His father seemed to slump in his chair due to embarrassment. The judge had a troubling frown on his face, silently asking for Ludwig to explain himself. Ludwig remained calm and turned to the court, more than ready to defend himself.

"It is true. When I first started at VOX, I was put with Gilbert because I spoke fluent German and could translate for him. As I continued my work there and saw how horribly Gilbert was being treated, my ideals and feelings began to change. Since I was so caring and gentle to Gilbert in the medical sense, he developed a fondness for me. I only found out later how often the patients were raped. We were two consenting adults, and I am not a doctor yet. I am only an intern. I found out he was my brother after Dr. Carty had told me because Gilbert was his 'favorite'." He glared at Carty. "I was a rival."

Carty glared back and the judge cleared his throat. "So you had no inkling that Mr. Beilschmidt was your brother? Even though you share the same last name?"

Ludwig nodded. "That is correct, your honor. We share a common German name, so I thought nothing of it. My parents had given Gilbert up for adoption when I was only a infant. They never told me I had a brother."

The judge tapped his finger on the stand. "Strange coincidence. Something as ironic as that rarely happens."

"It is, sir. And yet, it has happened. I have no reason to lie. My personal feelings for Gilbert should not have a major part in this case. We are here to change the cruelty at VOX. I am through, your honor." Ludwig went over to his table and glanced at his father, who would not make eye contact. "Father, I-"

"I don't know what to say. I really, really don't." Was his father's response. "First off…don't tell your mother."

Gilbert looked at Ludwig before he turned to his father. "Please, don't hate Ludwig for this. It was a mistake and we don't do it anymore. Right Ludwig?" Gilbert eyes flashed a 'just play along' look, which Ludwig understood.

"That is correct, father. We did not know we were brothers, but now that we do it has ended. I only have brotherly love for him."

Their father looked at both of them. "I don't believe that for one minute. I'm a lawyer. You can't bullshit a bullshitter. However," he smiled "I would LIKE to believe it, so I'm going to. Ignorance is bliss."

"I have heard enough for the day from your side. Let us hear from the defendant." The judge rubbed the bridge of his nose.

When Carty took the stand with his lawyer, everyone shared the same feeling of dread. Ludwig focused his blue eyes on the man's mouth, which spat out logical explanations for his crimes. Ludwig had feared all along that Carty would be able to give full reasoning for what went on at VOX. They sounded well thought out, as if Carty had prepared himself for a court case like this. Some of the things he was saying had Ludwig fuming and the others trembling. Carty's explanations seemed to go on for hours until the man finally stepped down from the stand. Ludwig breathed a sigh of relief and reached for Gilbert's hand under the table. His brother gripped it tightly.

The judge spoke again. "We will take a recess while the jury meets to discuss the case." With the bang of his gavel, everyone started to exit the courtroom.

"Let's all get some coffee. Round up the others." Said Ludwig's father simply.

Ludwig nodded and called the others together. "Heracles and Sadiq, you two take the back. My father and I will lead in the front."

It was important that everyone stay together in the main hall while waiting for the jury to make a decision. Dr. Carty and his lawyer were no where to be seen. Ludwig's father sat all of them at the far end of the room where they could see the entire hall. Sadiq and Ludwig brought over as many chairs as they could for everyone to sit. Roderich and Heracles went across the street to the donut shop to get coffee for everyone. Gilbert remained close to Ludwig, wanting to hold the other's hand but refraining from it.

"How's it look for us, Ludwig?" Gilbert asked in a whisper.

"Hard to say. We may have to wait a short while, or a few hours for the jury to make a decision. I believe it will be in our favor though." He gave Gilbert a smile. "Just hold on a little bit longer. Everything will be alright."

3 Hours Later, back in the courtroom:

The judge looked from the plaintiffs to the defendant before clearing his throat slightly. "I am to announce that it is a hung jury." The courtroom mumbled softly. "The case will continue once we have the report from the government. Court adjourned."

"Damn it!" Ludwig's father hissed under his breath.

"What does that mean? What the hell is a 'hung jury'?" Gilbert asked their father.

"It means that the jury could not come up with a verdict. They could not find Carty guilty, nor could they find him not guilty." He sighed. "Everything depends on that report from the government. Hopefully, they will find much more."

"Does that mean we're doomed?" Francis asked when he came over to the table, followed by all the others.

"Not necessarily. We still have a very strong case against him, regardless of what he said. None of you will be going back there, so don't worry. Today may seem to have turned out bad, but we still have more going for us. I will continue to handle it from here. The rest of you go home, it's been a long day."

/

Ludwig was preparing himself for bed when Gilbert entered the room, giving him a soft smile. "Is the movie over?"

Gilbert chuckled. "Yeah, it's over. Almost everyone fell asleep. Sadiq, Hercales, and Roderich went out to some store to buy more food."

"I see." Ludwig sat down on the bed and Gilbert joined him.

"Can I sleep with you tonight?"

"No. You still need your medicine." He felt Gilbert touch his hand.

"Then can you sleep with me?" Gilbert's pink eyes pleaded with him and Ludwig sighed.

"Very well." Ludwig blinked in surprise when Gilbert pushed him down onto the bed, looming over. "Gilbert…everyone is here. We can't have sex."

"Well, I want it. I know how to be quiet. Also I locked the door, so we're safe."

Ludwig did not seem to believe him, but he allowed himself to be kissed. It had been so long since they had last been together like this and Ludwig felt himself grow hard with just the kiss. He brought his hands up to slide them up and down Gilbert's sides, making the other moan. Ludwig tried to prolong the kiss, but Gilbert pulled away. The albino gave a seductive smirk while unbuttoning his shirt slowly. Ludwig felt his breathing quicken as more of Gilbert's chest appeared to him. Now that the pale man was safe, he did not have to wear bandages all over his body. Even his skin was healing from the numerous needle bruises. The man was even more attractive now than ever.

"See something you like?" Gilbert whispered with a purr.

"There is a lot I like." Ludwig allowed Gilbert to bring his hands up to feel the pale, but warm skin.

"We can do this every night, Ludwig. Every night." Gilbert said with a deep moan, rubbing himself against Ludwig's erection. "You're so hard and big…you have no idea what a fucking turn on that is to someone like me." Gilbert flashed him a mischievous smirk. "I can't wait to bring out the beast in you." Ludwig swallowed hard. "Once I get stronger…" pale hands slid up under Ludwig's nightshirt "I will be able to rip these clothes off of your body and fight for sexual dominance." He purred.

Ludwig's answered in a husky voice. "I do not know why that is 'turning me on'…but rest assure that you will never be dominant with me. I will not allow it for I always win." The blonde sat up and gripped Gilbert's hips, forcing the smaller man onto his back.

Gilbert looked up at him with heavy lidded eyes, panting with lust. Gripping the back of Ludwig's biceps, Gilbert lifted his lower body with his feet to rub his erection against the other's clothed, rock hard stomach. "Mmm…see what you do to me? I like it rough!"

"When you are stronger," Ludwig kept his hands planted along side Gilbert's head, gazing down at him "I will drag you to this bed, bend you at the waist, and fuck you into the mattress." He had learned those words from reading the Hussler magazine in the bathroom, simply out of curiosity. "I will make this bed rock with my thrusts as I fill you to the hilt, making you scream out for more."

"Please, fuck me too!" Came another voice that froze them both in place on the bed.

Two pairs of eyes turned to the left to focus on the sparkly eyed Frenchman who had found his way into the bedroom. Both men shot up into sitting positions, Gilbert annoyed and Ludwig completely embarrassed. Francis forced his way between them and settled himself into Ludwig's folded lap, back to chest. Ludwig froze entirely as Francis brought his hand up to casually stroke the short blonde hair. "Germans don't know how to properly make love." Francis said with a purr. "You need a sex kitten from the city of lovers to properly satisfy this healthy BIG fellow beneath me."

"Hey! Froggie! Get your hands off of my brother and lover!" Francis smiled at Gilbert and Ludwig remained in a stone cold stare.

"But why?" Francis moved his hand to stroke at Ludwig's cheek. "He saved me too, you know. I want to properly thank him!"

Gilbert was ready to strangle to Frenchman when an excited Spanish accent filled the room. "What's everyone doing? Are we having sex? Count me in! Gilbert's in the middle!" Antonio joined them on the bed but latched on to Ludwig's neck, nuzzling the blonde's ear.

"BOTH OF YOU!" Gilbert hollered. "GET THE FUCK OFF OF HIM! RIGHT NOW YOU SEX LEECHES!"

"Why is everyone fighting?" Everyone except Ludwig looked to the open door where Ivan was now standing. "No fighting! We like to be friends!" He gasped then, and smiled brightly. "Wait! I know what this is!" He ran into the room and leapt in the air shouting "SLUMBER PARTY!" and plopped onto the bed. Everyone was lifted a quarter of an inch off the bed.

"WHAT THE FUCK, IVAN?" Gilbert shouted, hitting the large man with a pillow. "GET OUT OF HERE!"

Ivan happily clapped his hands and squealed. "Let's do each other's hair and make prank phone calls!"

"No! We're bringing sexy back!" Francis stated happily. "I say we bring back the wonders of group sex orgies!" He sighed dreamily.

"Say what?" Ludwig slowly lowered his blue eyes to look at the Frenchman in his lap.

"Qui! Ludwig, you're our knight in shining armor! Rescuing us from the dungeon of the evil wizard! Now we all want to thank you with our bodies! I have it all planned out!" Ludwig's head slowly started to tilt to the side. "No one would say 'no' to you, my handsome friend! Just think of all the fun you would have! You can have me, who can send you to the moon and back. Antonio knows all kinds of upside tricks!" Ludwig's head continued to tilt. "Little Kiku's tiny body would flush so sweetly under you. Ivan will let you do whatever you want, Yao will try to dominate, Arthur only does doggie-style- oh! And we'll have Roderich play some soft jazz on his piano and Sadiq will belly dance and Heracles will-"

"Oh my god, stop already!" Gilbert hissed at him. "No one is fucking Ludwig but ME! I lay claim to him, you harlots! Out! All of you! Out!"

"Awww, but we just got here!" Antonio whined.

"And me still wants to hear a ghost story!" Ivan's smile turned into a grin. "A ghost story about bloody people with broken bones in sunflower suits…"

"Well, there's a buzzkill and cock-block if I've ever heard one." Antonio said with a sigh, letting go of Ludwig. "I'll take him. Let's go, Ivan." Antonio took the large man by the hand and pulled him from the room.

Francis looked at Gilbert. "You're staring at me as if you've never been part of a threesome."

Gilbert narrowed his gaze. "Ludwig is mine. Stay away from him. We are friends, Francis, but I will not let you try and move in on my Ludwig."

"Oh, well then," Francis stood up from Ludwig's lap. "did not mean to ruffle your feathers." Francis left the room, closing the door behind him.

Gilbert looked at Ludwig, noticing the stunned stare of his brother. "Ludwig? Are you alright?"

"Socially…awkward…ness-" Gilbert laughed.

"Okay, stud muffin. Time for bed." He pushed Ludwig onto the bed and covered him up. "Good night, kleiner bruder." Gilbert stroked the bandaged spot on Ludwig's head.

"Gilbert…you need your medicine." Ludwig broke out his trance. "But first, lay with me for a bit."

Gilbert smiled and lay next to his brother. "Do you just want to cuddle for a bit?"

"Yes, what choice do we have? We were so rudely interrupted that 'it's' gone now."

"Fair enough." Gilbert snuggled into him. "I like this just as much. I can't wait until everything is over so we can snuggle without the past on our minds."

"Yes. And one day, you will be healthy and strong, then all this will be behind us. Of course, I will be with you every step of the way." Ludwig took Gilbert's hand and held it gently.

/

"So…where are we going again?" Sadiq asked Roderich through the rearview mirror. He put his blinker on and made a turn.

"To the farmer's market on Greenwood Drive. Everything there is grown organically and they have a very large selection of fruit. Our patients need to eat healthy."

Heracles was staring at out the window. "Yes, because eating food grown in shit is so healthy." The man smirked softly at his own joke, knowing Roderich was glaring at him.

"Do not get me started on just how WRONG you are!"

"Hm…" Sadiq narrowed his eyes in the rearview mirror. "This guy's been on my ass since we took the exit from the highway."

Roderich looked out the back window. "Slow down and let him pass."

"HA!" Sadiq smirked. "As if."

Heracles turned to look out the back window with Roderich. "He does seem a little close…a little too close. I say we lose him." Heracles was pleased that Sadiq agreed with him by turning down a one way street to come out the other side. "Did he just turn with us?"

Roderich straightened his glasses. "He did. Okay, I think it is fair to say that he is following us. Remember what happened to Ludwig." He rolled up his window.

"Don't worry, I'll lose him." Sadiq assured them and quickly pulled out into oncoming traffic. Breaks squealing and horns honking filled the air around them.

"ARE YOU INSANE!" Roderich huffed angrily. "YOU COULD HAVE KILLED US!"

"Um, guys? He's still following us." Heracles pointed to the rearview mirror.

"Buckle up!"

Sadiq sharply turned the wheel and jerked the entire car as he made a quick turn. He pressed down heavily on the gas and sped down the city road, exiting onto the highway. Roderich was screaming at him to slow down and Heracles kept his eyes on the black car following them, which had also sped up. They were indeed being followed. The car jerked slightly forward when the black car nudged their bumper with its front.

"Oh my God, they are trying to ram us!" Roderich hollered. "We need to do something!"

Heracles replied with calm sarcasm. "Sorry but my Tommy gun is in the shop."

The car hit them again, this time hard enough to jerk them all forward. Sadiq stepped on the gas, now reaching the 110 mph mark on the highway. It was late enough at night where there were not a lot of cars on the road. The black car was still behind them, so Sadiq had to make a quick decision. "HANG ON TIGHT!" He quickly changed lanes and slid heavily on his brakes, turning the wheel sharply to flip them around. The black car passed them but appeared to do the same as Sadiq. Sadiq repeated the process again, his tires and brakes screeching loudly as he drove on the road before onto the grass divider. His car slowed a bit on the grass, but he was able to make it to the other side of the highway.

"Goddamnit! I spent four hundred dollars on these new tires, I just left two hundred back there!" He hissed through his teeth.

Roderich reached over the sheet and furiously grabbed a handful of Sadiq's hair. "You nearly killed us with that stunt! And your check engine light is on! You could have made the car explode!"

"Huzzah, they are behind us again." Heracles gave a sigh. "I suggest we do what the ladies do. Pull in to a heavily lit area and call for help. There is a truck stop coming up."

"I see it!" Sadiq sped up and took the exit, taking the ramp with such force that Roderich's seatbelt popped out, slamming the other against the door. The black car had followed them, yet passed when Sadiq pulled swiftly into the Arby's parking lot and gas station. He pulled the car into a spot and killed the engine, dropping his forehead to the steering wheel. "Tell me that…this did not just happen?"

Roderich was white as a sheet. "It did. We almost died tonight. I must call the police, my father, and Ludwig." He stated in shocked calmness.

Sadiq plopped against the head rest, breathing a sigh of relief. "I can't believe I actually outran that car…"

"Anyone else want curly fries?" Heracles pointed to the Arby's in front of them.

/

The phone rang in the apartment while everyone was scattered about, asleep. The only one awake to hear the ring was Ivan, so he skipped over to the kitchen and picked it up from the wall. "Hi there!"

'Who is this?' Asked Roderich.

"It's me! Ivan!"

'Oh god…is a competent person there?' Roderich said with a sigh.

"IS THERE A 'COMPETENT PERSON' HERE?" Ivan shouted into the living room, waking up most of them.

'That is not what I was asking for!' Roderich hissed on the phone.

"Aiyah! I'll get it!" Yao was the first to say and got up from his sleeping bag. He shoved Ivan out of the way and took the phone. "Hello?" The sound frequency from Yao's hearing aides echoed briefly in the phone.

'Ah! That was loud. Yes, Yao, this is Roderich. I am sorry to be calling so late. Where is Ludwig?'

"He is asleep in his room. What is it?"

'Well…Sadiq, Heracles, and I were just…just attacked. We are fine, but we need to talk to Ludwig.'

"Attacked? By who?"

'Possibly the same people who shot at Ludwig. Keep all the doors and windows locked. We have called the police and a car will escort us back to the apartment. I also just called my father so extra armed guards will be there shortly, so do not get scared, okay?'

"Yeah, okay. Still want me to get Ludwig?"

'Yes, put him on. Please.' Roderch heard Yao say 'hold on', so he impatiently tapped his foot in wait.

"Hello? Roderich?"

'Ludwig! Good, I need to speak with you!'

"Yao just told me." Ludwig responded. "Who was chasing you?"

'I think it was same people who tried to shoot you. Sadiq seems to think they are hired assassins from Carty and Heracles thinks it's the mob.'

"Please, hurry and come back home."

'We will be there shortly. A police car will follow us back. Also, I wanted to tell you this…are you alone?'

"Yes."

'I just spoke to my father, to tell him about the incident. He told me something else, though. The investigation report from the government? It has arrived and a court date is already set for the day after tomorrow.'

Ludwig gulped. "Is it…good or bad?"

'I am not sure. My father was unable to read its contents, but I know it has arrived and will be presented to just the judge and not the jury. This is a matter that the judge needs to pass.'

"So there is no way to fight it if it is good or bad?"

'That is correct. I am sorry, Ludwig. I just want to get home. I am shaken up.'

"That is understandable. I am sorry you have to go through all this for my sake. You and the others. All three of you have been a massive help."

'Yeah…well…that is what colleagues are for. Also, I think we should bring this night up when they do your shooting case.'

"Yes. I agree. Just hurry home safe."

'It is a long wait until the court date…who knows what will happen.'

"I fear for all of us." Ludwig whispered to Roderich on the phone.

'As do I. See you soon.'

Ludwig hung up the phone and turned back to the dark apartment, looking upon the sleeping bodies in the living room. He looked at Arthur in the corner asleep with Matthew in his arms and Alfred on his head. The image made him smile, knowing that all these men slept peacefully because they were safe. But for how long would they all be safe? What if Carty is not found guilty? They would not have to go back to VOX, but Carty will no doubt try to seek revenge. At this point, Ludwig did not even care about the attack on himself. All he wanted was for Carty to be behind bars so his patients could all be safe. That is what he wanted.

"Ludwig?" Asked Yao's whispered voice. "Why do you look so worried?"

Ludwig had forgotten that Yao and Ivan were awake, both now staring at him. "I am not worried. Just a bit stressed, that is all. I must wait for Roderich and the others to come home."

"We wait with you." Ivan smiled happily and nuzzled Ludwig's knee.

"Very well." Ludwig sighed. "I would like some company."

/

The long awaited day…

The courtroom was deadly silent as the judge approached the stand. Ludwig and Gilbert were holding hands under the table. The others sat very close to one another, each one on edge. Arthur had the boys with him, and although they were young, they understood how troubling this day was. Francis took both Antonio's and Kiku's in his own while Yao gripped tightly to Ivan's arm. Sadiq reached his hand over from the bench and placed it on Ludwig's shoulder briefly.

"After hearing a review of the testimonies again, has the jury come to a conclusion?" Asked the same judge from the first case.

A middle-aged man stood up. "Yes, your honor. We the jury have found the defendant to be 'not guilty' for the alleged assaults on the victims."

The court room burst into frantic murmuring. Ludwig felt his heart drop and Gilbert found his eyes stinging with tears. Carty smirked over at their table and their father cursed heavily under his breath, wishing he could run over and strangle the man. The others all looked worriedly to one another until the gavel came down loudly.

"ORDER!" The judge shouted. "There is still my judgment to pass." He folded his hands in front of him. "When I was a little boy, I remember my grandmother crying as she talked about her mother's sister, my great-aunt. After my great-aunt had a baby, she experienced extreme post-partum depression. In those times, no one knew exactly what it was, so they treated her horribly. The horrible treatment was allowed since nothing was known about it. It was accepted. There was no one back then who could protect these people from ailments they did not understand. Nowadays, such an issue can be easily treated because we have come so far in the medical field.

After reading this investigation report from the government, beginning to end, I have come realize that these sorts of medical treatments of patients are still happening. There is no reason that all these men before us needed to suffer the way they did because of their ailments, which medical science already knows a lot about. We are no longer in the dark ages where doctors and scientists had the right to treat patients as they see fit. The acts preformed, while medically necessary, were done in cruel ways that would equal such things as 'dark science'. We as people would like to think that our friends and loved ones, being in a hospital, daycare, or nursing home, are being well cared for by the people there. The idea of them being mentally and physically abused seem a horror to us.

VOX is a corrupted establishment that has been getting away with such harsh treatments for too long. The government has seen this and issued for a change. Dr. Carty, while you have not been found guilty of the alleged assaults, I do hereby strip you of all your medical titles and duties. You will no longer serve in any hospital or government run medical facility. All your governmental accounts will be closed and your licenses retracted. Court's adjourned." He banged his gavel loudly.

"WE DID IT!" Ludwig's father said proudly and turned to his sons. "We won!" Every one of them gathered around the table to congratulate one another and share in the happiness. "He may not be in jail, but he no longer has any power over anyone! You'll see soon that VOX will be under new management!"

Ludwig, while wishing he could rejoice with the others, frowned. "Father…the man is still free to walk the streets." Everyone's smiles turned to frowns at the realization. "What are the chances of him attacking us?"

His father sighed. "Ludwig…that is just a chance all of you have to take. All of his finances were government owned. Now that he is stripped of money, he couldn't hire anyone to try and kill you. It's just…it's hard to say. We will still pursue the assault case on you and the car chase with the others. There is still a chance the man will land in jail. It may take awhile."

Roderich spoke up. "My father has offered us sanctuary in our family's large lake house in Maine. I suggest we all relocate there until things settle down here. Too much has happened already. He will send for armed guards to always patrol the house until that bastard is behind bars."

"Then we shall waste no time." Ludwig said firmly, turning to look at Gilbert. "We are to relocate. All of us, together."

End Chapter 15 TBC

***One more chapter to go before it ends folks!***
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