Some of his people mutter that France's man is just a short fellow in a flashy coat, but over four centuries Lithuania's learned not to underestimate short men who love nice clothes.

That line make me snigger uncontrollably.

Brilliant all through. I especially liked the way you handled Russia's slow degeneration; it was so believable and heartwrenching. And Lithuania's hidden strength - and Poland's! - came through very well. It was nice to see such as well-done historical fic. (I was a little suprised the Polish-Lithuanian War didn't come up, but I suppose this was complicated enough already.)

Excellent job. Please keep writing for this fandom!