A Nuclear Retaliation

Introduction

I'm the hero.
I grew up believing this and I dont ever want to stop. I'm a young country, and people hold that against me. But I keep my chin up, and keep a bright smile on my face, because I know I'll fall apart if I don’t. I know I slack off, and I know I'm loud.
 
But this is a mask.

A mask I use to make sure that they don't find my weaknesses and break me down. I'm the hero for god's sake! I'm supposed to be their hero! I fight their wars, give them my supplies, take their side even if I know they're wrong. But what do I get?

Nothing. Not even a simple thank you.

For a gentleman who is all about manners, Arthur sure doesn't know how to use them. They forget I'm a superpower, and they treat me less than I'm worth. Like I'm a child in need of guidance.

They act like I hold no power, like I'm stupid. They think that because I act oblivious that I dont know how the world works.But you know what? I do. I've seen how the world works first hand.
The way they treat me will end. Soon enough they won't be receiving my supplies or support. If they want to treat me like I'm some little kid, then fine. I was forced to grow up faster then I was supposed to, barely able to see my family.

Doesnt that make it fair for me I to act like a child if I want to? I'm not even trying to be childish, I'm just tired of the constant tension.

The only time they act like family is when they need something from me.

The only friend I had when I was a colony died, not even remembering who I was. They dont know who I am as a person, they just know my mask. They forget about the power I have over my trade and government, and my determination to get things done.

They think I'm playing their game, but in reality, they're playing mine. Soon enough, they're going to gripe at me at the wrong time. And when that happens, they aren't going to know what to do.

What are they going to do without their hero protecting them?

They spend all this time pointing out imperfections, all while ignoring their own. They are allowed to be themselves, why cant I? Am I the only one who has to play along to this masquerade?

I want to be the hero. I want to be their hero. But they just wont let me. They treat me like a bother, only treating me with respect when they need something.

I cant be alone with this treatment... right? I am going to find my allies, my real allies, and I am going to be their hero. And in return, they can be themselves. I can protect them, and they can protect me in return.
I'm tired of all the ridicule and petty insults. I'm going to find my people, and soon.

Because I am the United States of America. Land of the free, and home of the brave. I'm stubborn and loud, and I am going to prove my worth. I'm not going to take their shit anymore, and neither should anyone else.

"Because I'm the hero, and I'm not just going to stand here and watch them break us down. I'm going to fight back full force. Why? Because I'm the hero of course!"