What am I doing?

Err… is that a trick question?

Shut up I don't want to hear from you ever again.

Well he does have a point.

See even Toothless agrees with me.

Shut up both of you. I need to concentrate.

Call me when you need me.

Of course why else do you think I am doing this?

Hiccup quietly entered his and Jack's apartment. The lights were off so that was a good indication Jack had gone to bed already, that and it was 3 in the morning.

Hiccup quickly moved around the apartment, grabbing a shower and fresh clothes to change into. As he walked through the living room towards the kitchen Hiccup noticed a shadow on the sofa.

Going over to check it out, he held his breath.

Good job I didn't turn on any of the lights.

There lying fast asleep on the sofa was the one person Hiccup was trying to avoid. Jack.

He was trembling slightly as the apartment was cold. Quickly and gently so not to disturb him Hiccup lifted and carried the young male back to his bedroom and tucked him in.

Reminds me of that first night. I did tell him not to sleep on the sofa.

Clearly he didn't listen to you.

After placing Jack back in bed Hiccup observed him for a moment. He seemed in good health and was sleeping peacefully so he wasn't having nightmares. White hair rested gently against the sleeping boy's forehead. Delicate white eyelashes created a small shadow on his pale cheek. His thin lips a faint pink in colouring slightly open allowing him to breathe peacefully.

Unable to stop himself Hiccup bent gently over Jack's sleeping face and placed a small kiss on his forehead. He spoke in a whisper, almost to himself.

"I am so sorry Jack. I don't want you to be hurt or sad because of me."

Hiccup sighed before continuing.

"I like you Jack so I WILL protect you. Bye."

Placing on final soft kiss on the younger male's forehead, Hiccup turned and left the room. He missed the red flush that was slowly creeping across the sleeping male's cheeks.

Once back in the kitchen Hiccup sat down for a moment.

Ok Toothless your turn.

Finally.

In a single blink Hiccup allowed Toothless to take control.

Quickly the brunet stood up and started going through the cupboards to find ingredients to cook with.

Hiccup I think we are going to need to go shopping soon. There is nothing in here to make much of a proper meal.

Ok I will deal with it tomorrow.

Good the boy is already skinny enough.

Aww Toothless you sound like a concerned mother.

Shut up. I care for the boy that's all.

Mmmhmm…

Let me cook then we can leave ok?

Sure.

Toothless quickly got back to preparing the ingredients he had grabbed. A few minutes, some professional cooking skills, and the food was nearly completed. A couple more minutes and the bags were prepared ready for the food.

It took Toothless exactly an hour to prepare, cook, pack and clean up after himself. He had prepared food that could be eaten cold, so Jack didn't have to worry about it when he woke up.

After checking everything was fine Toothless let go allowing Hiccup to gain control once again.

Thanks bud. Time to go.

I should be thanking you for allowing me to cook for him still.

There is no way I would stop you after he told us the first day he only eat microwave meals or ice-cream.

With that Hiccup headed towards the front door once more. He turned to look around.

"Bye Jack."

Hiccup walked down streets that normal people would avoid. These streets were dark, the kind people believed they would be robbed, murdered or raped going down them at that time. They were probably but to Hiccup these streets felt like home.

Hiccup thought back to the day that brought him to the streets.

After his dad had kicked him out Hiccup had walked to the harbour and caught the first boat back to the nearest mainland. The captain knew him and they had a good relationship so had given him a free ride, as long as he helped on board. Hiccup had helped on ships before so had no worries doing what was asked of him.

Soon they had anchored in a new harbour and Hiccup climbed off, thanking the captain. He walked around for a while trying to decide the next step. He had no money, food or shelter. The little he did have was in the bag his dad had packed, which was only clothes.

After a little while Hiccup noticed he was being followed. He couldn't see anyone but he knew someone was there.

As he walked past an alleyway a hand had grabbed and dragged him in. He didn't scream or fight, not until he saw what he was against. As he was pushed against a wall he realised it was a group of 5 children around his age. A few younger and a few older. The one holding him was clearly the oldest and the leader.

"What have we here?"

The boy in front of Hiccup began to speak. He had a cigarette in his mouth and with each word released a puff of smoke. His eyes were yellow and had cat like pupils, his hair was red with hints of black.

He seemed to observe Hiccup before moving away a little.

"Now what would a runt like you be doing wondering around a place like this?"

Hiccup's natural sarcasm kicked in.

"Can't you tell? I'm here for the amazing reviews people gave this particular alleyway."

The boy laughed.

"You don't look like the kind we usually pick up. But I guess if you prove yourself we can help like we have others."

Hiccup was confused by that statement. The older boy noticed.

"It is easy to tell those who have nowhere to go if you watch long enough. That's you right? No home to return to or a place to stay."

Hiccup nodded. A grin spread across the other boy's lips.

"I knew it. Come on follow us. If you pass the test we will let you stay with us until you get on your feet. If you fail we will leave you to fend for yourself, understand?"

Hiccup nodded once again.

"Good because we can't help those who aren't will to help themselves."

Hiccup followed the group through alley ways and abandoned streets. Eventually they came to an abandoned building. Hiccup saw shadows of others inside the building but couldn't get a glimpse of anyone. As he entered, Hiccup noticed the building was an old apartment complex. The center section had no roof and was Hiccup could see the sky as he looked up.

It was here the older male stopped and the other split off to different sides and appeared ready to watch. Hiccup stood still observing the boy and waiting to see what happens.

"Right now you need to prove you want to help yourself. Your test is too fight."

Hiccup thought for a moment and met the challenging look it the older males eyes. He nodded his head. The older male signalled for one of the others to step forward.

The first was a female. Her blonde hair seemed to have blue flecks in. She wore leather fingerless gloves with spikes on the knuckles. Her hands flexed as she walked closer.

Change with me.

Hiccup gave a small nod, registering the slight confusion on the girl's face, before closing his eyes allowing Toothless to take control.

As he opened his eyes he heard the other gasp and the girl threw herself forward, hand already pulled back to send a punch his way.

Toothless moved effortlessly dodging the punch. As the girl passed him, he raised his elbow and struck the back of her head. She fell on the floor face first, she quickly stood up but before she could move again, a single clap sounded. She dropped from her fighting positions and backed away a few steps.

Toothless noticed movement out of the corner of his eyes. This time a male and female stepped forward. They had the same long hair, which was a strange green colour.

They spilt up and circled the brunet knowing he couldn't keep an eye on both of them. Toothless didn't try to look at them. He closed his eyes and listened. A crunch as the ground was suddenly pushed down told him when an attack was coming and where from. He quickly spun and dodged once again. The two hit each other sending themselves flying. Another clap as the two stood back up.

Toothless turned this time the leader stepped forward. The older male didn't bother keeping his distance. He walked straight up to the younger and threw a punch. Toothless just managed to dodge it and at the same time registered the males other fist moving. The few punches he was unable to dodge he managed to block. Then the older male started using his legs to knee and kick the younger male.

Toothless moved naturally letting instinct take over. He started dodging, blocking and returning attacks every now and then. The older male seemed to do the same. To those watching it was like a dance as the two dodged, blocked and attacked.

Eventually the two started getting tired. Toothless unfortunately tired first and received a knee to the stomach, which managed to open one of the cuts that were still healing. The older male moved away once spotting the blood. Toothless just watched.

Suddenly the older male held out his hand.

"Congratulations I believe you have what it takes to join us. The names Hookfang the Monstrous Nightmare."

Toothless closed his eyes and Hiccup took control again. He reached and shook Hookfang's hand.

"Thanks my name is Hiccup, the one who fought was Toothless."

Hookfang looked confused to begin with but just smiled.

"It is nice to meet you Hiccup, Toothless. This here is Stormfly the Deadly Nadder."

The first girl stepped forward.

"Those two are known as Blech and Barf The Hideous Zippleback. They are twins."

The two also stepped forward.

"The final one over there is Meatlug the Gronkle. Don't let her appearance fool you. She is the last one you want to annoy."

The final of the group that brought Hiccup here stepped forward. She had brown hair and looked like she couldn't harm a fly.

Hiccup nodded to them each in turn. He noted that they all had cat like pupils. Hookfang continued to talk.

"There are others. Torch the Typhoomerang, Thornado the Thunderdrum, Cloud Jumper the Stormcutter."

Hookfang started walking across the opening and up the stairs. Hiccup followed. He kept walking until he got to a door.

"And know there is also you. Seen as you apparently fight as Toothless, you shall be known as Toothless the Nightfury. Welcome to the Dragons."

Hiccup smiled at the memory. That group were the first time to accept every part of him straight away.

Hiccup helped the group with their daily tasks and got to know them. Each child had their own story. Hiccup would listen and tell them his.

He told them about Pitch. What he had done and why he was there. They listen and didn't hold it against him. They even decided to help him.

Hiccup began spending days with them training when they had time. Days became weeks then months and finally years. Soon Hiccup was the first to be able to defeat them all. No matter what they did, attack as a group or individually Hiccup was able to defeat them all without changing into Toothless or Pitch. He learnt to control and Pitch and when releasing Pitch was a good thing.

After proving himself Hiccup was given the title the dragon tamer by Hookfang.

Hiccup laughed as he remembered the past. Suddenly he felt himself dragged into an alleyway. He didn't panic, he was expecting it to happen. There in front of him stood an older Hookfang. Still with his red hair with black tips.

"Hey Hookfang."

The male smiled back before giving him a hug.

"Hey Hiccup. I didn't expect to see you around these parts. No-one called you did they?"

Concern passed over the older males face. Hiccup shook his head.

"No but I need a place to stay is my old room still available."

Hookfang smiled and nodded.

"Of course. Come on the others will be so surprised."