[Hetalia] Italy x Reader - Attraversiamo 3

You were staring at your reflection in the mirror. You were wide eyed at the girl you saw before you. Your hair was beautifully done, in spite of what Feliciano told you about how Lovino had clumsy hands, and the make-up was enough to bring your eyes out. The sleeveless black and white dress you were wearing accentuated your body and extended a bit past your knees, which you liked because you didn't want to expose too much leg anyway.

You looked absolutely stunning. You looked absolutely pretty. Satisfied with how you looked, you grabbed a black trench coat from your closet and went to the kitchen. Lovino was sitting on the couches and was about to say something.

"___________, great timing! Feliciano's here and… Wow. That dress did wonders for you. " he managed to say.

You turned slightly red at the comment. You hugged him tightly.

"You know, Feliciano does care for you. You guys are family right? You just have to work on your temper issues."

Lovino laughed and pulled away. "I know that. But I guess that trying to talk about it might bring me and Feliciano closer to one another."

"Exactly. It takes time, Lovino. Just try not to push him!"

"All right, all right. Feliciano's waiting. You better get out there."

"Grazie, Lovino. Arrivederci!" You said with a curtsy. Lovino grinned and bowed. He walked you outside the house. You saw Feliciano's red-orange hair a few meters from you. You slowly approached him and just when you didn't anticipate it, Lovino pushed you to Feliciano.

*****

Feliciano was waiting outside with a bouquet of roses in his hands. He was fidgeting around and looked a bit nervous. Your entrance didn't help at all. You ended up caught in his arms. You were flustered with his white shirt that he wore with his black blazer. It had only made him more irresistible to you.

"Bella¸ you look so pretty! I mean, you're always pretty, but wow!" Feliciano as he handed the bunch of roses to you.

"You don't look bad yourself, Feli!" You shyly remarked. You smelled the roses and could tell that they were freshly picked. You were wondering where he got the roses in Italy when Feliciano interrupted your thoughts.

"Come on, ____________! I bet you're hungry after being cooped up with Lovino for so long!"

You heard a grumble in your stomach and you realized that he was right. You have been so focused and so quiet around Lovino that you hadn't bothered to notice your stomach's growing need for food. You smiled sheepishly at the Italian and he held out his arm for you.

"Andiamo, bella?"

You smiled. Somehow it felt like the best part wasn't even meeting up with Feliciano. The way he smiled at you said something else was bound to happen.

Feliciano took you to Trattoria Corte Sconta, one of the loveliest garden-style restaurants you have ever been in. The way the lights from the candles had only improved the serene ambiance of the place. But what you loved was the way Feliciano was such a gentleman to you. He was a bit clumsy, as if he was nervous for something, but as soon as you were both settled down, both of you talked as if you hadn't seen each other in a decade. You were about the noisiest people in the place, but you didn't seem to care. As long as you were with Feliciano and his smile, it was more than fine for you.

As soon as you had finished your meal, Feliciano held your hand as you walked the streets. Just at that time, you heard the soft sound of lively music. Feliciano beamed and happily dragged you down twists and turns. Before you knew it, you and Feliciano found the source of the music.

A group of people were playing a guitar, a violin and a beat box. People were circled around them, dancing to the beat of the music. Before you knew it, Feliciano had pulled you to the center of the circle and began to dance with you. You weren't the best dancer but the young Italian didn't seem to care at all. He was laughing at your embarrassment.

"Come on, ___________! Just dance to the beat!" Feliciano said as he twirled you around. Soon enough, you gave up trying to learn dance in that spot and just followed Feliciano. All the stress that had accumulated from the week had dissipated like thin air. You were lost in the claps and cheers from the crowd as they joined in the dance.
As soon as the group had finished playing, Feliciano took you aside and looked in your (e/c) eyes. He looked a tad more excited than usual. It seemed that he was trying to get something out of his chest.

"____________, I want to show you something!"
You were curious as he led you back to the main streets. Feliciano stopped by the side of the canal and looked around before taking hold of your hand once more and brought you in front of an empty black gondola. Your face broke into a wider smile as you realized that this was your ride.

"Buonanotte, bella. Will you accompany me to this fine trip tonight?" Feliciano asked sweetly.

Feliciano held his hand out and you took it and carefully got into the gondola. Feliciano stood behind you and started rowing the boat. It was a bit late, but you could see the faint outlines of the picturesque buildings with the glow of the soft lamps as you passed the Grand Canal. You looked around in utter amazement. You had never ridden a gondola, in spite of staying here for a while.

"Grazie, Feli. I really think this is sweet of you. "

You couldn't help but notice that Feliciano's face had turned slightly red. The boat was docking , and Feliciano had stopped rowing. He put the paddle down and sat down beside you. He took something out of his pocket and faced you with excitement.

"____________, I have a gift for you! I hope you really like it!"

He gave you a small red box wrapped with a gold ribbon. Curious, you opened it and gasped as you saw a pendant necklace winged lion in a loop of gold chains. It was more than just the usual kind of gift any friend would give you. Your emotions were at a high now. But this was Feliciano, for God's sake! Did he really feel the same? You looked up to him, and he looked slightly uncomfortable.

"_____________, in case you haven't noticed, I really like you. Dio Mio, I might actually like you more than just a friend! Bella, ti amo. That's why I had Lovino help with the whole thing."

You stared in utter surprise.

"Feliciano Vargas, there's something I need to tell you."

Feliciano's face broke into confusion and worry.

"Is there something wrong, ____________? I'm sorry if I'm telling you, but I just really
think that you're more than anything ordinary! "

You couldn't help but blush at his comment. You held his hands and looked him in the eye.

"Ti amo, Feli. I've wanted to tell you that for a while, but I haven't. So here I am
coming clean. And I didn't really think that you would choose me. "

"Are you kidding, bella? You're awfully smart, pretty, and really nice!" he placed his hand on your cheek and tucked a loose strand in your hair with the other.

"I was in a rage when you bumped into me." You said, laughing.

"But I guess it was worth it, since I got to meet you." He said, leaning closer. You had never had your first kiss, and you couldn't help but feel butterflies in your stomach. But as Feliciano's lips touched yours, your heart melted and you could feel a rush. When both of you broke apart, you leaned your head into his chest, and he stroked your (h/c) hair. You entwined hands and savored the moment of your newly found relationship.