Through The Ups & Downs

Couple; HarrisonXAddilyn

Rating; Mature

Disclaimer: I do not own HTTYD or any songs I might use!

3) Quiet Night

Things were calm now that Harrison was home and had explained everything to his family and friends, also, they got to meet Toothless. To his parents, brother, Addlilyn, Frankie, Regina, and TJ, it wasn't the best situation but what more could they do about it? Harrison dropped out and join the army on his own power because he was eighteen and there wasn't anything they could do to stop him because they didn't know his intentions. However, after Harrison explained his reasoning, they had come around to understand that while Harrison had everything he could ever want, he wanted to protect what was dear to him. Protecting family, friends, and your home with the help of the army was a big job, and Harrison seemed ready to do it.

At the moment, Harrison was outside with everyone, Nathaniel couldn't get over his elder brother having a Night Fury, and the others were silently settling with the new of Harrison being in the army now. The group said they accepted his choice and would support it, that was enough for Harrison to be happy.

"Harry," Nathaniel said nervously, Harry was the nickname that Nate gave Harrison when he was trying to learn how to say the name, so now it just stuck for Nate to call Harrison that for short.

"What's up little bro?" Harrison glanced at him.

"C-Can I sit on Toothless?" Nate asked. Harrison laughed a little and nodded.

"I don't see why not," Harrison replied as he raised his hand to Toothless, then lowered it as Toothless crouched down at the command. Harrison led Nate over and helped him sit on the saddle the right way as Nate giggled when Toothless stood up and walked around the backyard slowly with him. Harrison pulled out his disposable camera from his pocket and took a few pictures knowing Nate would want the memories. Toothless returned to Harrison as he climbed threw his leg over the saddle and sat behind Nate. "Wanna go for a fly?"

Nate's eyes lit up. "Can I really?!" he exclaimed.

"If Mom and Dad say it's okay," Harrison motioned to them.

"J-Just be careful, Harrison. Night Furies are known for their speed," Viviana reminded. Harrison nodded as he had Nate hold the handle bars of the saddle while Harrison gave Toothless a pat on the neck, then the dragon took to the air in a light launch and began gliding on the breeze.

"I still can't get over him having a Night Fury!" Frankie squealed.

"I can't believe he joined the army," Addilyn pointed out, still in shock about it. With Harrison home now, Addilyn wanted to tell him her feelings. Of course, she was nervous to do so but why should she hide them? Harrison was in the military, and Addilyn felt she should express her feelings towards him since he was going to be busy or possibly have to go away again. Addilyn didn't want to miss her chance.

After five minutes, Toothless landed as Harrison helped Nate down, then he got off his dragon's back next. "That was cool!" Nate exclaimed.

"I'm glad you enjoyed it. Alright, Toothless, go lay down bud. I'll bring you out some dinner in a bit," Harrison told his draconic friend. Toothless licked Harrison's cheek then wandered over to a warm spot in the grass to lie down as instructed. Harrison faced his family and friends now.

"Well, let's get inside so you can unpack and relax a little," Addilyn smiled to Harrison.

"That's an idea I'm happy to get behind," Harrison sighed out from exhaustion. After that was said, everyone moved into the house again as Harrison grabbed his two bags that were near the wall, then he walked past the wall towards the front door and started up the staircase. Thank the Gods there was only ten of them to climb, reaching the second level, Harrison saw the rooms laid out before him.

The Haddock Household floor plan was simple. Pulling on to Ormr Drive, the Haddock residence was number one. From the street, one was able to see the front side of the house, then the right where the driveway and two car garage was. The front of the house had a porch, front door and them four windows, two on either side of the door. These windows were to the living room on the left and dining area to the right. The garage had a door to the backyard and one that led into the kitchen/dining room.

Entering the house from the front door, the first thing a visitor could see was the staircase leading upward to the second level. Staying in the main section, if you didn't go upstairs, you could go right to the dining room/kitchen or left to the living room. The dining area had a big six-seater table on a small rug that protected the hardwood floors. There was a cabinet with a beautiful set of china, then a wine fridge and small bar to set food out on if there was a party. Moving past the door on the right where the garage was, someone would find themselves in the kitchen.

A horseshoe shape was the best way to describe the kitchen. Going right to left; the fridge and freezer, counter space with cabinets above and below going all the way around to the right side. In the middle was the double sink and a window above it, then finally continuing around was the four burner stove top and oven with the microwave above it. Next to that was a small pantry for dry foods, mop, broom, dishtowels. Oh, there was a dishwasher to the immediate right of the sink instead of a cabinet.

If you continued past the pantry, it was the hallway where you had two more doors on the left and the laundry/mud room that also had a door leading to the backyard to the right. The first door on the left led into the basement; the second door was a half bathroom. That was the entire main level of the Haddock Household. Now, back to the stairs for the second section. The stairs were built interestingly; you had to go in the living room to climb them because you'd walk up six stairs, turn left and walk up the remaining four.

On the second floor, there was three room in plain view. A guest room directly across from the entrance to get down the stairs, there was about two arm's length worth of room between the door and first step, so someone had to be careful exiting the guest bedroom. There was another bedroom on the corner, then a full bathroom. The next room down was more of an office for Spencer and Viviana. Across the hall on the right was another bedroom and it was Nathaniel's. At the end of the hall was the master bedroom with Jacuzzi tub, standing shower, his and hers sinks and a toilet.

Harrison's room was the one on the corner in between the guest quarters and bathroom. Harrison opened his door and took in a deep breath, glad to be in it once again. Standing in the doorway, Harrison looked around, and everything was the same as when he left, he could see his whole room from this spot. Going around left to right was the book, games, and movies shelf, then on the left wall under the two windows was his file cabinet and desk where he used to do homework and use his laptop. Next was the bed, kitty cornered with a tall lamp behind the headboard and two small side tables on the left and right of the bed.

After that, it was the backyard windows, a sliding door closet, Harrison's dresser with a swivel mount for his forty-two-inch flat screen. The room had been arranged this way for years since Harrison was thirteen. 'It's good to be home again,' Harrison thought as he put his bags on the bed after closing the door and starting to take off his uniform and set it on a hanger to put in the closet, he had four in total, plus his formal dress set. Harrison started taking out his second set of boots and the undershirts; then he removed his physical training clothes. The next to come out was the field gear, and finally, Harrison unpacked his backpack which had civilian clothes and anything he brought with him to training.

Harrison got everything put away then grabbed a quick shower. He changed into something comfortable before shutting his door and getting down the stairs to see his that Syrus, Hailey, and Dexter had come over.

"Hey, guys. What brings you by?" Harrison greeted with a smile to the two from his platoon.

"Syrus called me and asked if he could come over, and these two were with him," TJ mentioned.

"I wanted you to meet my sister, Harrison. This is Hailey," Dexter introduced.

"Pleased to meet you finally. Your brother talks about you all the time," Harrison smiled as he shook Hailey's hand.

"And from phone conversations, Dexter talks about you, Syrus, and Trevor all the time. Says you three are a riot," Hailey replied with a light laugh.

"Guilty as charged I'm afraid," Harrison answered with a half chuckle.

"So, heard from Lieutenant Belmore yet?" Syrus asked.

Harrison shook his head. "Damn. I wonder why we're the only platoon that didn't get our station assignments, the others did," Dexter sighed.

"I'm sure we'll hear soon, enjoy the time at home. Odin only knows where we could go or for how long," Harrison reminded.

"You mean you will hear, and the rest of us get a message from you, mister hotshot squad leader," Syrus huffed.

"Harrison leads the team?" Viviana wondered.

"He sure does. It's a title given to the soldier who graduated with high marks and shows leadership qualities," Dexter informed.

"And Harrison is the only private in our company who made Private First Class," Syrus added in.

"Okay, I gotta hear all about training. You have to tell us," Addilyn smiled broadly. "Please?"

"Fine, it's nothing special though," Harrison muttered.

"Well, let's hear it over supper then. Your friends are welcome to join us, Harrison," Spencer invited. Harrison nodded as the others excitedly made their way to the dining room where Harrison and Spencer worked together to extend the table with the extra pieces that allowed the table to hold twelve, then Syrus and Dexter helped Harrison bring up the chairs from the basement.

Addilyn and Regina assisted Vivian set out the food. Nate and Harrison proceeded to set the table, then everyone took a seat. When everyone had a plate; Harrison, Syrus, and Dexter began telling their tale of training at Fort Fury, including parts from Reception Week too. There were three phases to BCT; Brown, Green, and Silver. Then there was a month of AIT, two colored segments in that known as Black and White then another month of DT. Four total but they learned everything they would need to do their jobs and serve the island. Harrison talked about the drill weekend being the last one of every month too.

After dinner had ended, everyone had to get ready to leave because it was a school night for them. Dexter, Syrus, and Harrison knew they were probably going to sleep in and enjoy the free time that they haven't had in four months. Harrison would have to go out and get a new cell phone for when Glenn called about station assignments, but that wouldn't take long to do.

"Have a good night guys and girls, see you soon!" Harrison waved as Addilyn got in her car and left, then Frankie with the twins. Syrus departed with Dexter and Hailey not long after. By this time; it was about 7:30 pm and he was ready for bed. Harrison hadn't a clue what he would do with his days since he didn't have work at Berky's or needed to attend school anymore. Harrison suspected he would do some chores around the house and get used to being home and settling back into semi-normal life again.

"Get some sleep, Harrison. You look beat," Nathaniel chuckled.

"Not yet, if I go to bed now I'll be up at four in the morning, but I am gonna go relax until it gets later so this is goodnight," Harrison said as he hugged Nate, then his parents before going upstairs. After using the restroom, Harrison laid down on his bed and felt instant comfort. Harrison thought about what he would do tomorrow; getting a new phone was top of the list, then after that maybe he'd see Calvin about working during the times Harrison wasn't doing army things. Harrison was sure he could think of others, but he was too tired. Early or not, he was falling asleep and wouldn't fight it. Harrison finally closed his eyes after turning off the lights and knocked out for the remainder of the peaceful and quiet night.