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merlin-star.livejournal.com posting in usxuk Oct. 17th, 2009 09:10 am)Title: My Silent Language
Author: Ryuuto (moi)
Characters: America, England, cameo appearances of the rest of the G8
Pairings: USxUK
Disclaimer: Nope, don't own this awesome anime/web comic.
Rating: T for a sexual theme
Summary: Sign language is a very beautiful langauge in Arthur's eyes. De-anoning.
It was rare seeing a Nation using the language that used no spoken words, but used their hands and facial expressions. A fascinating language the Deaf have, it was like a dance of hands and fingers, a constant display of pure emotions upon one’s face. Yes, Arthur Kirkland loved this language for it was the only time he could honestly bring out his feelings. The Deaf did not judge him and, to be honest, he preferred being in the company of those silent people to his hearing citizenry.
So, when Arthur and the rest of the G8 had to go look for the very late American, they were surprised to find him in the lobby talking with five other people. Alfred’s hands were moving rhythmically and with purpose, each gesture fluid. His expression constantly changed, each sign forcing him to do that change. It was fascinating as the Nations just stood there, watching the dance without the notice of the speaking party despite how rude it was. Arthur had never seen such a beautiful usage of sign language before, only having been vaguely aware that Alfred knew it. He never knew the degree of fluency the American had, never knew that he could look so beautiful using the language of the Deaf.
They watched, silently, waiting patiently for them to finish, yet at the same time hoping that the beautiful dance would not stop. It did stop as Alfred waved his hands, explaining why he had to leave. They all smiled, some laughed, and they all waved good-bye, exiting the building while chatting amongst themselves. Alfred turned, a refreshing, beautiful, glorious grin lighting up his face as he walked toward the still-numb group.
“C’mon! We’ve got a meeting to start!” Alfred told them cheerfully, breaking the trance they were in. Sheepishly the others agreed and started walking back to the meeting room. However, Arthur stayed behind to walk with the American, wanting some private time with him.
“So, you are fluent with using your hands to speak?” Arthur asked him, using his own sign language. He glanced into Alfred’s eyes, relying on his peripheral vision to guide him. Those blue eyes met his, an eyebrow raised and a smirk upon his face.
“Would you like to find out tonight?” the American replied, returning to that dance of hands. Arthur tilted his head, pretending to think about it while keeping eye contact. He smiled, relaxing the lids of his eyes to about halfway.
“But of course.”
~*~*~*
Notes
I'm just putting this here for those who don't know the language or Deaf culture all that well, kay?
Deaf and deaf, the difference: There is, in fact, a difference between "Deaf" and "deaf." Deaf with a capital "d" is a person who can't hear, but does not want to immerse themself into the hearing culture. They tend to stick to sign language and not things like pidgeon signing or lip reading. Deaf with a little "d" is the opposite.
Expressions: You need to use facial expressions because it's part of the grammar.
Eye contact: You need this. It's considered rude to break eye contact.
Watching or eavesdropping on two Deafs talking: Also considered rude if you just stare at them without telling them that you can use sign language.
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Author: Ryuuto (moi)
Characters: America, England, cameo appearances of the rest of the G8
Pairings: USxUK
Disclaimer: Nope, don't own this awesome anime/web comic.
Rating: T for a sexual theme
Summary: Sign language is a very beautiful langauge in Arthur's eyes. De-anoning.
It was rare seeing a Nation using the language that used no spoken words, but used their hands and facial expressions. A fascinating language the Deaf have, it was like a dance of hands and fingers, a constant display of pure emotions upon one’s face. Yes, Arthur Kirkland loved this language for it was the only time he could honestly bring out his feelings. The Deaf did not judge him and, to be honest, he preferred being in the company of those silent people to his hearing citizenry.
So, when Arthur and the rest of the G8 had to go look for the very late American, they were surprised to find him in the lobby talking with five other people. Alfred’s hands were moving rhythmically and with purpose, each gesture fluid. His expression constantly changed, each sign forcing him to do that change. It was fascinating as the Nations just stood there, watching the dance without the notice of the speaking party despite how rude it was. Arthur had never seen such a beautiful usage of sign language before, only having been vaguely aware that Alfred knew it. He never knew the degree of fluency the American had, never knew that he could look so beautiful using the language of the Deaf.
They watched, silently, waiting patiently for them to finish, yet at the same time hoping that the beautiful dance would not stop. It did stop as Alfred waved his hands, explaining why he had to leave. They all smiled, some laughed, and they all waved good-bye, exiting the building while chatting amongst themselves. Alfred turned, a refreshing, beautiful, glorious grin lighting up his face as he walked toward the still-numb group.
“C’mon! We’ve got a meeting to start!” Alfred told them cheerfully, breaking the trance they were in. Sheepishly the others agreed and started walking back to the meeting room. However, Arthur stayed behind to walk with the American, wanting some private time with him.
“So, you are fluent with using your hands to speak?” Arthur asked him, using his own sign language. He glanced into Alfred’s eyes, relying on his peripheral vision to guide him. Those blue eyes met his, an eyebrow raised and a smirk upon his face.
“Would you like to find out tonight?” the American replied, returning to that dance of hands. Arthur tilted his head, pretending to think about it while keeping eye contact. He smiled, relaxing the lids of his eyes to about halfway.
“But of course.”
~*~*~*
Notes
I'm just putting this here for those who don't know the language or Deaf culture all that well, kay?
Deaf and deaf, the difference: There is, in fact, a difference between "Deaf" and "deaf." Deaf with a capital "d" is a person who can't hear, but does not want to immerse themself into the hearing culture. They tend to stick to sign language and not things like pidgeon signing or lip reading. Deaf with a little "d" is the opposite.
Expressions: You need to use facial expressions because it's part of the grammar.
Eye contact: You need this. It's considered rude to break eye contact.
Watching or eavesdropping on two Deafs talking: Also considered rude if you just stare at them without telling them that you can use sign language.
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Even though this was short, this was just so touching. As someone who works around the deaf culture, who speaks it every day, it just warms my heart to know that the nations, being a part of their own people, do speak sign language.
What I found most fascinating was that Arthur and Alfred could speak with one another. X3 I hear British Sign Language is very different to American Sign Language. Perhaps all that time Alfred spent in England, he picked up a bit of British Signing. ;D
I loved this. Thank you so much for giving us such a sweet morsel. I love sign language and watching people speak it, and speaking it myself. Coming home at the end of the day makes me sad, because everyone around me is hearing.
Yay for Hetalia and Sign Language fans! <3
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British Sign Language is different from American, but you can still get the basic gist of what they're trying to say. And being with England for a while would make him be able to pick it up. :)
You're welcome. :) It was my pleasure to write this.
*parties for SL and Hetalia fans~*
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but I remember I really enjoyed it when I see a woman said sign language in the corner of the television ,read the important news.
I don't know any of this language ,though. XDD
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it made my day.
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I remember reading this on the meme. So hawt (and there wasn't even sex!!).
That my dear is SKILLZ.
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