Living The Dream
Rated; M
Pairing; Hiccup X Astrid
Disclaimer; I do not own anything from HTTYD; it belongs to Dreamworks/Cressida Cowell
End Of A Long Day
=Normal POV=
(Saturday, December 28, 2019-3:35 pm)
{Berk; Snotlout's Apartment}
"All this time to consider our only two options and we still don't know how to handle the fact that Fishface was sitting with Hiccup, Astrid, and that other girl who we have never seen before," grumbled Snotlout with his arms over one another.
Currently, the Thorston twins Ruffnut and Tuffnut with their friend Snotlout Jorgenson were relaxing at Snotlout's studio apartment trying to figure out what to do regarding the fact Fishlegs was hanging out with Hiccup and Astrid, laughing and having a good time over lunch. And there was some other girl present who they had never met unless she was Fishleg's secret girlfriend, but the three friend couldn't confirm that without more information first.
"Can't we tell Hiccup's or Astrid's parents? I mean, we told them if we heard anything knew we'd let them know," Ruffnut suggested.
"I don't think that would help our case any. Weren't we trying to get back in their good graces?" Tuffnut shrugged.
"Yeah, but looks like Fishlegs went ahead of us," Ruffnut countered her brother's statement.
"Either way, Hiccup and Astrid seem to be cool with Fishlegs, but not us. I think our best bet is to talk to Fishlegs, and see if we can figure out how he got in with them," Snotlout told the twins. "We can't just approach Hiccup and Astrid; they were pretty mad on Snoggletog Eve when they took off from Gobber's," he added.
"Can't say I blame them. Stoick, Valka, Calder, and Asvora were on Hiccup and Astrid's cases about not staying in contact the past almost two years, and the two of them being in a relationship," Ruffnut said.
"And you're sure they are together?" Tuffnut wondered.
"Hiccup and Astrid confirmed it themselves to their parents about being a couple," Snotlout nodded.
"Kind'a figured it would happen eventually," Tuffnut remarked.
"We all did. I'm surprised it took this long," Ruffnut added.
"You think their parents would have let them before they managed to go wherever it is they are now?" Snotlout chucked a bit as the twins paused, then shook their heads. "I told ya how their parents reacted; they were furious to learn that Hiccup and Astrid were sharing a room wherever they are staying in Berk and that the two had been together for almost a year," he informed.
"Well, I think we should track down Fishlegs and talk to him about things first. Maybe he knows more than he's letting on because obviously if they met for lunch, then they are in contact with one another," Ruffnut said. With the three in agreement about their next move; they decided to wait until later during the night when they knew Fishlegs would likely be heading home to rest for the evening.
. . .
(7 pm)
{Berk; Helheim's Nest Hotel}
The day was nothing short of perfection. Hiccup, Astrid, Heather, and Fishlegs spent hours together just having fun and talking. After lunch together, the four moved on to a walk in the park; relaxing at the fountain and in some shady spots to chat about life. Heather and Fishlegs hit it off nicely, and it was evident that the two had begun crushing on one another. Heather was a headstrong, smart, take-action type of girl. Fishlegs, though, was a passionate, smart, and shy young man. However, Heather had told Astrid before that she didn't want someone who was exactly like her, and while Fishlegs and Heather were almost opposite from one another personality-wise; the two had a lot of common interests. Perhaps that is why they would fit together so nicely if anything developed more than a crush. Shortly after the time in the park, Hiccup, Astrid, and Fishlegs gave Heather a sky tour of Berk since she had never been before. After all that, to kill time; they went to the movies, then dinner, and finally got ice cream before taking a night flight together and landing at the hotel.
Now that they were back; it was time to call it an early night. Fishlegs had to work at 7 am, and Heather was feeling a bit tired from how much fun was had all day long with Hiccup, Astrid, and Fishlegs. Hiccup and Astrid would grab showers, then snuggle up to watch a movie from the TV selections before turning in for some sleep as well. With the dragons landed near the stables, Toothless and Stormfly were put away for the night while Heather walked Windshear down the way a bit to put her in the stable provided outside her hotel room. Afterward, Heather returned while Fishlegs was talking to Hiccup and Astrid.
"I'm really glad we did this," Heather smiled, reaching the others.
"We'll definitely have to do it again soon," Hiccup nodded in agreement.
"And until then, we'll stay in contact for random trips where we can meet up for a meal or something," Astrid added. "Fishlegs, maybe you would like to give Heather your number?" she hinted with a giggle.
Fishlegs nervously played with his fingers. "I, uh, actually don't remember my number off the top of my head since I just got this phone…I'm still working out how to use it," he informed softly.
"If you get your phone out; I can put mine in for you, then call mine and I'll have yours," Heather suggested. Fishlegs nodded shyly as he dug his phone out of Meatlug's saddle bag, then handed it to Heather as she tapped in her number to his phone and saved it as; Heather's Cell. After that, she called her phone from his, and her mobile began ringing as Fishleg's number came up. Once that was done, she ended the call and handed Fishleg's device back to him while going into her recent calls and getting his number, and saving it in her phone as contact ID; Fishlegs's Cell. "All set," Heather stated.
"Great. I had a really great time, Heather," Fishlegs smiled.
"Same here. I hope that next time Hiccup and Astrid are in Berk; they'll bring me alone, and we can all hang out again," Heather said softly. Fishlegs blushed a bit and beamed happily.
"Without a doubt. I'm sure we'll have to find a way to distract Dagur," Hiccup chuckled.
"Shouldn't be too hard," Heather nodded with a giggle. "Don't worry, Fishlegs. My brother is ridiculously overprotective about me since it's kind of just us now," she assured.
"Nothing wrong with that," Fishlegs stated.
"Well, I'm gonna head to my room for a shower and to relax," Heather enlightened.
"Same here," Astrid agreed.
"And I'll be after you in that, Milady," Hiccup added as he snaked his arm around her waist. "Fishlegs, you're welcome to join us where we are now for New Year's Eve. We're gonna watch the fireworks show from outside the hotel room," Hiccup invited.
"I'm sure I can clear my schedule," Fishlegs tried to joke.
"I hope so," Heather stared at Fishlegs with a smile and Fishlegs was captivated by her green eyes. "I'd like to see you again," she said more quietly before kissing his cheek. Fishlegs lit up like a firetruck but composed himself the best he was able.
"I can most definitely make myself available to come for a New Year's party," Fishlegs informed.
"I can't wait," Heather told him. "Have a safe flight home, Fishlegs," she added.
"And you have a good night's sleep, Heather," Fishlegs replied.
"I'm positive I will after today," Heather said, blushing a bit as Fishlegs did the same. "Don't be shy about texting me,"
"I won't," Fishlegs nodded. "Night, Heather,"
"Goodnight, Fishlegs," Heather responded. "See you two tomorrow at some point," she directed towards Hiccup and Astrid.
"I have zero doubts about that," Hiccup said. Heather waved with a smile and headed down the path a bit towards her room, then waving once more before she entered the space and closed the door. "You're crushing so hard on Heather," he teased Fishlegs.
The man sighed. "Is it that obvious?" Fishlegs inquired.
"Incredibly," Astrid remarked. "But hey, it's cool. It seems like Heather's into you too, Fishlegs. That's why Hiccup and I did this; we saw some chemistry between you two when you talked with Heather after we made up as friends,"
"Yeah, when you came to the base," Hiccup nodded. "And now you have her number, so just play it cool, Legs," he added.
"Will do. Thanks," Fishlegs smiled to them. "Enjoy the rest of the night, and I'll see you on the 31st here, right?"
"You got it. We're gonna meet up for like 6 pm, Gobber too," Astrid informed.
"I'll be here," Fishlegs said. "Night," then he got on Meatlug and headed for home. Hiccup and Astrid entered their room, closing the door and shades.
. . .
(7:15 pm)
{Berk; Ingerman Residence}
"See you in the morning girl," Fishlegs said after securing Meatlug in her stable for the evening. Fishlegs turned around to get into the house when he saw Hookfang the Monstrous Nightmare and Snotlout on the dragon's back. Ruffnut and Tuffnut were on their Hideous Zippleback; Barf the left head, and Belch, the right one. Tuffnut rode Belch, and Ruffnut was on Barf. "Hey, guys," he greeted.
"Where have you been all day?" Ruffnut asked.
"U-Um…O-Out doing stuff," Fishlegs answered.
"Oh, save it, Fishface. We know you were with Hiccup and Astrid," Snotlout jabbed a finger into Fishlegs' chest as the blonde with green eyes tensed. "Saw you at the restaurant with them and some other chick. So spill it, have you had contact with Hiccup and Astrid?"
Fishlegs was quiet at first; then he sighed closing his eyes. "Yes…" he admitted.
"For how long?" Tuffnut pushed.
"Since June 7th this year," Fishlegs confessed.
"How?" Snotlout asked.
Fishlegs wasn't going to say anything about Dreki Heart, so he'd have to lie a bit. "Hiccup and Astrid were in Berk for something. I ran into them and used the brief amount of time to apologize for not supporting them. We made up as friends…And I've been talking to them ever since,"
"Who was that other girl you were with during lunch?" Ruffnut inquired.
"She's someone Hiccup, and Astrid know. A person they met during the whole once in a lifetime opportunity thing," Fishlegs responded. "Her name is Heather,"
"Look," Snotlout said, falling seriously now. "We want to be friends with them too. Apologize for what happened back in school,"
"So, you're gonna message one of them and try to set it up…" Tuffnut added.
"I'll see what I can do after work tomorrow," Fishlegs informed.
"Good…" Ruffnut stated. "Let us know," she added.
Fishlegs nodded his head to them once, then watched them mount their dragons and take to the sky. Fishlegs sighed heavily and made his way into the home. After greeting his parents; he quickly used the bathroom and went to his bedroom. Fishlegs plugged his phone into the charger and gave it a moment before bringing up Hiccup's contact ID, and tapping the call icon. Fishlegs put the device to his ear and waited. Three rings in, there was an answer.
"Fishlegs?" came Astrid's voice.
"Hi, Astrid. Is Hiccup around?" Fishlegs wondered.
"Well, he's in the shower. What's up?" Astrid inquired.
"We have a slight problem, and it affects you and Hiccup," Fishlegs stated.
"Does it have to do with either set of our parents?" Astrid questioned.
"No. Snotlout, Ruffnut, and Tuffnut saw me with you, Hiccup, and Heather eating lunch earlier. They cornered me outside my house moments ago," Fishlegs informed.
There was a slight pause on the other end, but Fishlegs could hear that Hiccup was out of the shower and asking Astrid who had called. Shortly after that, Fishlegs overheard Astrid telling Hiccup what Fishlegs had told her.
"Tell us exactly what happened, Legs," Hiccup's voice asked next.
Fishlegs took a deep breath before beginning to explain everything from when Snotlout and the Thorston twins cornered him as he arrived home after saying goodbye to them at the hotel. "And then they left," he finished. "Seems like they are trying to apologize for not supporting you two," he added calmly.
"We can see that, but the question is if we can trust them with knowing the information that we're with Dreki Heart…" Astrid muttered. "The twins can't keep a secret,"
"And Snotlout has always gone to my parents with information to get back at me so he can seem like the good boy," Hiccup sighed.
"I didn't tell them anything about Dreki Heart, just that I saw you two in Berk…And Heather is a friend who you met during your once in a lifetime opportunity thing," Fishlegs reminded. There was a bit more silence on the line before Fishlegs heard Hiccup and Astrid sigh together.
"We gave Fishlegs a chance; I think it's only fair we do the same for Snotlout, Ruffnut, and Tuffnut," Hiccup remarked.
"Yeah, I agree," Astrid said in reply. "Alright, fine. But we're not telling them anything until we know that they can keep their mouths shut,"
"And if they can't?" Hiccup wondered.
"Then like with our parents; we know they'll never change…And we continue our lives without the people who can't be trusted and won't support us," Astrid said.
"Understood. Send the three of them a text, Fishlegs. We'll meet with them on the 31st at 5:00 pm to talk. Don't give them our numbers, or mention anything. Just have Snotlout, Ruff, and Tuff fly in with you here," Hiccup informed firmly.
"Understood. I will have them meet at my place for 4:45 pm, then we'll fly to the hotel and land outside the stables," Fishlegs replied.
"Alright. Well, we're gonna watch our movie. See you on Tuesday the 31st," Astrid enlightened.
"See you then!" Fishlegs smiled. The call ended after Hiccup said bye, then Fishlegs took a deep breath as he pulled up three contacts in a new group message.
You[7:40 pm]
Hic & Ast will talk 2 u. I take you 2 c them. Meet my house 445pm on 12/31.
After sending the message; Fishlegs went to take a shower and get ready to relax for the rest of the evening. The first part of his job was done for the evening; he got Hiccup and Astrid to agree, but it was up to Snotlout, Ruffnut, and Tuffnut to get Hiccup and Astrid's forgiveness and friendship back. Fishlegs was ready to text his friends a bit, and Heather, of course, to end the long day he'd had, but it was perfect and well worth it.