If Canada was aware of the reason for some unease there, she didn't let on. Perhaps that was the tact of it, to realize she'd said something unfortunate and to let it go. The compliment, on the other hand, earned a bright, happy smile. To impress someone she respected so much was always a goal.

While Prussia found her ice legs, Canada was already testing her own balance, doing a few quick switches in direction as she skated around in a loose figure eight. "Of course, Prussia, take your time."