Chapter 7-Anger: In which the village gets pissed

Kara POV

I stood in a dark corner of the Mead Hall, waiting for father to announce me. I tried to still my shaking hands has Hiccup rounded the corner to join me.

"You were seen earlier today. By Tuffnut." He said, sounding none too pleased.

I shook my head "He didn't see my face. Did you know he calls himself Tuffnut the Great when sword fighting alone?" I giggled.

Hiccup chuckled "Seriously? Well, I guess it's fine, we'll figure it out later."

I nodded and leaned into him as he wrapped an arm around me and gave a squeeze.

The room quieted as father started speaking "As many of you know I lost my wife when my son was very small, but what none of you know is that before she passed, my wife bore me a daughter. A daughter I sent away to an island to be fostered. Now, 14 years later she has completed her fostering and has come back to Berk. I am proud to introduce to you all, my daughter Kara."

Hiccup took my hand as we stepped out into the light to stand next to our father. I silent stares from around the hall did nothing to ease my shaking hands.

A man with a hook for a hand and a peg for a foot took a step forward. He had a long blond mustache "'Tis a pleasure to meet you Lady Kara, my name is Gobber; I am the resident blacksmith." The man had blonde hair and a kind smile as he gave a small bow.

I smiled at him "It's nice to meet you Gobber." I was introduced to a man that was now known to me as my Uncle and his son Snotlout and the rest of father's council. Soon I was surrounded by people wishing me well, asking questions. It was very nerve racking.

Father cleared his throat to call the hall back to order; "Now, I have another announcement to make."

There was silence for a few moments. I looked at Hiccup, concerned, Father was hesitating.

Hiccup took my hand "When I say run. Run." He whispered as father began speaking. I nodded looking up at him.

"I have sent for a wife. She will be arriving within a fortnight and is bringing her daughter."

The hall was silent as what the Chief said registered with the villagers and then they erupted in a rage. Hiccup squeezed my hand,

"Run." We escaped our father's side just as the villagers surged forward to crowd around him. Pressing against the sides of the hall we made it outside onto the steps. Hiccup and I stopped to catch our breath. We looked at each other and started laughing. "I hope dad's going to be okay in there." Hiccup said.

I nodded then turned when I felt someone tap me on the shoulder. It was Astrid. The girl my brother was terrified of when she was angry but obviously had a crush on. She was pretty, long blonde hair in a single braid with a more intricate braid separating her fringe from the rest, and pale blue eyes. There were others of my brother's age behind her, as well as Snotlout, looking at me with open curiosity.

All except Tuffnut the Great, he looked at me with another emotion I could not place. I refocused on Astrid as she began speaking "Uh, hi there. I'm Astrid. But you know that already. I'm sorry about last night that was…a misunderstanding."

I smiled at her "No broken bones, all's forgiven."

Astrid smiled at me. "So what are you guys up to now?" she asked Hiccup and I looked at each other

"Well, dad and I were going to take Kara to pick out a dragon to train but since he's dealing with the village…"

My face fell, I was really looking forward to looking for a dragon today. Tuffnut spoke up "Why don't we all go? I mean, we all have dragons, and…stuff. I'm Tuffnut by the way."

I smiled at him and his cheeks turned pink "The Great?" I questioned. His face turned red and I giggled.

A more portly boy spoke "That's actually a good idea Tuffnut. I'm Fishlegs. Anything you need to know about dragons, I'm your guy."

I smiled at him "I'll remember that."

I turned to Hiccup. "Please Hiccup? If we wait for Father it'll be months before I get a dragon of my own."

Hiccup seemed to think about it then he nodded "Alright, we'll go."

I cheered and threw my arms around him. "Thank you!"

Hiccup turned to the group before us "Let's meet at the docks in ten minutes that will give time to get supplies. It's going to be a long day."

Everyone split off, going to their respective homes. Upon returning to our home Hiccup got Toothless ready and I got to work restraining my unruly hair. I combed through it quickly and made a simple plait before tying it back with a leather tie, letting the rest hang loose.

I changed out of my dress and slippers and into leggings, an armored skirt and a green top with a leather jacket and a fur vest. I pulled on boots and grabbed my knife in its holster and made my way downstairs.

As I buckled the knife around my waist I heard a small gasp. I looked up and saw father standing in the doorway. His face was a mix of pride, love and pain.

"Father, are you alright?" I asked. He shook her head seeming to come out of some sort of trance.

"S-So, off to train a dragon then eh?" he asked smiling at me.

I nodded "Yes! Hiccup and his friends are taking me!"

Father smiled a sad smile "Glad to hear it. You know there was a time when Hiccup didn't have friends."

My eyes widened "What?! How is that possible?"

This made father laugh out right "Yes, I know it's hard to believe because you think the world of your brother. But a few months ago, things were different."

I nodded understanding. "Well, you'll have to tell me all about it when I come back. Hopefully astride a dragon." I grinned.

He looked at me, a softness in his eyes "If you're anything like your mother. You will."

I held back the tears that threatened to fall and threw my arms around him.

"I'll be back Dad."

And there's that chapter