No one of the 4 standing in the room said anything until Astrid noticed the time on the wall clock and gave Hiccup a small shake. "Babe...first doctors appointment is in 40 minutes..." Astrid reminded him.
"I haven't forgotten mi'lady...Why don't you go make sure everything is ready for us to go. We'll leave in 30 minutes okay? I love you." Hiccup said gently.
"I love you too. You sure you can handle them?" Astrid giggled a bit.
"Its just as they said babe. A parent wants nothing more than their child's happiness, and this..." He gestured to their rings and her growing belly, "Makes us happy." Hiccup said.
"True." Astrid replied as they kissed softly and Astrid went to start getting things ready.
"Stoick! Your boy knocked up my little girl!" Calder yelled out now.
"Your daughter agreed to it! My boy wouldn't rape her!" Stoick boomed angrily. Hiccup couldn't believe it, instead of yelling at them about Astrid being pregnant, they were yelling at one another. He stepped between the two and pushed them away from one another and made Calder sit down, then his father on the opposite couch as Hiccup stood in the middle where they could both see him.
"Enough! While I'm thrilled neither of you yelled at Astrid and I for this...you two shouldn't be fighting!" Hiccup yelled angrily. They both stared angrily at one another. "You're best friends. Yes I got Astrid pregnant, no I didn't rape her. It was a choice between us to make love. The pregnancy was an accident and we only just found out about it yesterday at the hospital." Hiccup stated to them, now they both looked at him.
"Why was she in the hospital!" Calder asked quickly with worry in his tone.
"If you'll both calm down, Hiccup will tell you..." Astrid grumbled walking by them with a folder and collecting all the documents with her new last name on them. Stoick took a deep breath, so did Calder as they looked at Hiccup again.
"Alright...we're all ears son...please just...don't leave anything out." Stoick sighed.
"Astrid had been really sick last night, she was throwing up for 30 minutes and passed out. When I rushed her to the emergency room on Toothless, they took her in right away. I stayed outside with Toothless and our friends who were also over. They were the ones who got me...We started thinking the worst, that Astrid had what her mother did since you said she was sick in her high school years...The doctor came out and explained that both Astrid and the baby were fine...now mind you, she was wearing the fake belly that we were using for the sake of the project...And then the doctor said, 'The little one has a strong heartbeat'. Now I'm good inventor and all but I didn't program a heartbeat mechanism in to her fake belly like I did with the kicking so people wouldn't ask questions..." Hiccup took a breath.
"My friend Eret had said its just the fake belly they see. But I reminded him that with a fake belly, the doctors wouldn't of been able to heart a real heartbeat. That's when he understood, I had the doctor take me inside since I'd...brought her in under the name of being my wife...and this was before I found out that we're really married. We just found that out this morning...Moving on. The doctor handed me the ultrasound pictures and said she's about 9 weeks and 3 days along...told me that all the throwing up made her dehydrated and that's why she passed out, also that the fake belly saved our child because the force in which she hit the floor could of killed the baby..." Hiccup paused to make sure they were getting it all.
"But when I woke up...Hiccup told me we had to talk and showed me the ultrasounds...I confided in him that I already knew because I'd taken a home test. I wanted to know what was wrong, and I saw the test in the cabinet...we'd bought it for the sake of the project to do our video with when we made everyone believe I was 4 months pregnant...It got me thinking about everything from the time I first threw up at random...to now. I tried to think back the times Hiccup and I made love and came to terms with the fact I could be pregnant. Nothing else could explain the extended illness, the tiredness, and mood swings...I took the test and it came back positive. The shock overwhelmed me...and that's why I blacked out." Astrid jumped in now.
"I did get upset with her...but only because she got the thought she might be pregnant, she didn't tell me and let me be there with her to take the test. And I'm not saying like in the bathroom while she took it, just outside the door and she could of let me in afterwards and I could of kept her from passing out, which could of led to far more serious outcomes...I told her I was only scared for her and the baby. The doctor came in and started asking a bunch of questions, did another ultrasound...everything was fine with the baby. We came home...and talked about things this morning. It's why we're not in school right now...We decided to keep the baby and raise it. We want to do it here since this is where we're comfortable but dad if you don't want us here, we'll leave...I'm not worried about money. I have two jobs that give me a lot more than I need and Astrid works too now, for Gobber. Astrid has a doctors appointment at 1:15 today..." Hiccup said as Astrid came in now.
"Originally Hiccup planned to sleep on the couch and give the baby his room since I said I wouldn't let us share a room until we were married...that turned in to a small fight too. But in the end he made me see that adding a wedding on top of everything else wasn't a good idea because of stress which is bad for me...Then Gobber came by and brought all those documents, we realized we were already married and decided to share the big room and the baby will have the smaller one...But like Hiccup said...if you don't want us here...we'll find something else..." Astrid said lowly.
"Well I'm impressed at how well you handled everything. I didn't when I found out your mother was pregnant with you son, you were actually conceived before we got married. I didn't know what to do." Stoick chuckled a bit.
"I never knew that...Huh. Well learn something new every day then." Hiccup remarked with a smile.
"If she's...9 weeks now that means...she got pregnant in January, correct?" Calder asked now.
"Yes sir." Hiccup nodded.
"I don't want details but I want to know when this happened, or...how it happened per say..." Calder stated as Stoick gave a nod to agree.
"It was just after we got together, I'd promised Astrid once the holidays were over...I'd take her on our first date. She'd been raving about that new indoor theme and water park, Dragons Edge. So I pulled some strings and got us tickets to the grand opening...But I didn't want to just tell her, 'Hey babe, taking you to the theme park.' I wanted to surprise her so...I–made a weekend out of it." Hiccup stammered a bit seeing the looks on their dads faces.
"Hiccup and I left the school and went home...I–I tried to make love to him at that moment because with him...I just...wasn't afraid anymore and I knew I'd never love anyone else...but he stopped me and said we couldn't because we didn't have any...protection...He told me we'd do it soon, just not right then. We both got ready and then went to the restaurant. It's the one you and mom always go too...We ate, and got in the truck again. When I saw Hiccup not going towards home I asked what we were doing...and he very sarcastically told me that he never said the date was over...He only grinned and told me to relax. I fell asleep from being so full which I still think was planned to this day babe..." Astrid lightly punched his arm.
"And its something you'll never find out either. Anyway...the drive was two hours and she slept the whole time. When we arrived...I woke her up and got our bags from the truck, which she also didn't know about because I had the maid pack them while we were at school. Her eyes lit up when she realized I took her to Berkian Palace...We checked in and went to our room. I told her it was ours until Sunday morning. We ate some ice cream, went swimming, watched a movie in the Jacuzzi and yes...we were in our bathing suits before you ask. She fell asleep again and I put her to bed. I cleaned things up and went to bed too." Hiccup took a breath trying to watch the time. Still had 15 minutes before they had to leave, he didn't want to be late.
"Basically...he surprised me by blindfolding me and driving to the theme park, I was so surprised and happy. We spent all day there then returned to the hotel around 3:30...Hiccup gave me a back rub and we both fell asleep until 7:30ish...and I woke up remembering we were going to the comedy show and karaoke night in the hotel. Hiccup woke up in a...well...uh...yeah okay you can take over now babe." Astrid said quickly running off to her room.
"Astrid...you weren't shy about it that night!" Hiccup called to her as he got looks from both Stoick and Calder now arching their brows. "You owe me for this!...I woke up with a hard on and she took care of it after I said I was going to take a cold shower. She didn't want me to and yeah. Moving on! Went to the comedy show, then karaoke. I sang her a song, ended up being live on TV. Our friends called demanding we kiss, I kissed her we came back to the room and made love. End of story. Went home Sunday morning and that was it..." Hiccup sighed.
"So you not only whisk my baby girl away for the entire weekend, but you two made love with no protection, the very thing you told her no to sex in the first place about?!" Calder asked with a slightly angered tone.
"No no! Oh gods. Calder, I stopped on the way to the hotel and picked up condoms! I knew there was no way we were leaving that hotel without having our first time...Astrid didn't even know I stopped to get them. After the karaoke, we returned to the room started making out, she got upset thinking we couldn't have sex. I asked her if she was sure she wanted it, and she told me she was 100% sure. I said okay, she was shocked and I showed her the box of condoms telling her that there was no way I wasn't coming prepared...And then yeah...we did it." Hiccup said quickly.
"Calder...calm down. At least they had enough sense with their raging hormones to use the condoms..." Stoick stated.
"It did them a lot of good, didn't it, Stoick!" Calder snapped back.
"Look, I'm not anymore happy about this than you are but the kids...well excuse me the adults made their decisions and very grown up ones at that. It takes quite a bit of courage for them to stand here and tell us that not only are they officially married but also having a child together. They took the time to tell us everything and I believe that is worth something." Stoick stated calmly now. "Hiccup, was this first time when she conceived...?" Stoick asked.
"We think so...we...uh...did it twice. Once that night, and then again Sunday morning before going home...It had to be because we didn't have sex again until the night of the wedding..." Hiccup replied. Calder glared at him. "And yes...every time we've done it, we've used condoms. Like I said, we just found out she was pregnant yesterday...Time line puts it at that weekend. We don't know what happened. Old box, broke during the process or whatever...we didn't flip out, we sat calmly and talked about it and that was the choice we made together..." Hiccup sighed.
"Well...I'm not pleased at how early this happened but...I will not be throwing my son and his pregnant wife whose carryin my grand baby out. You two are more than welcome to stay here if that is what you want to do. And I'm proud of you for telling me all this, it couldn't of been easy. Your mother would be proud too. Now...I believe you said you had to take your wife to her first appointment...and it's nearing that time. Best get a move on and we want to hear everything when we get back. Isn't that right Calder?" Stoick said turning a glance to Calder now who seemed to be calming down slowly.
"Astrid...get out here..." Calder finally said standing up as Astrid slowly came out of the room and stood before him.
"Y–yes father?" Astrid said lightly.
"I am not happy you slept with him only after...a month of being together. Your mother and I taught you better sweetheart. But after hearing everything...and knowing you did use protection...I'm not as mad as when you first told me you were pregnant...Go on to your appointment, Astrid and we'll talk about this more when you get back...Do you have all you need?" He asked her.
"Yes, the woman said just to bring my license and insurance cards...I guess Gobber took care of everything since on Hiccup's now..." Astrid replied.
"Good...good...Well off you go then. I want to know everything when you return!" Calder told her as Hiccup walked over and took Astrid's hand.
"Ready?" Hiccup asked her gently. Astrid nodded.
"We'll be here waiting." Stoick said smiling as he stood beside Calder while Hiccup and Astrid left the house and drove off.
(With Hiccup and Astrid)
"Well that was...unexpected." Hiccup stated finally.
"That's an understatement...God, I thought my dad was going to like beat you." Astrid laughed a little.
"It wouldn't of gotten that far babe...lets just get through this appointment and then we can deal with them. You heard my dad, he's not happy about it but...he's not pissed either. Same with your dad." Hiccup said as he turned on the street where the office was.
"I'm so nervous...What do they even do at an appointment like this..." Astrid said shaking slightly, Hiccup took her hand and smiled.
"Its okay. Just questions, that's all it is...Everything is fine, Astrid. You've got me, you're not alone in there." Hiccup smiled at her.
"You're the best, you know that...Of course you do, I never let you forget it..." Astrid chuckled a bit as Hiccup parked the car and shut it off. "Okay, lets do this...I'm ready." Astrid took in a deep breath. Hiccup got out and met her on the other side, they walked in the building and to the desk.
"May I help you?" Asked the woman.
"Yes. I–I'm supposed to have an appointment with Dr. Vali at 1:15..." Astrid said softly.
"Astrid Haddock, yes?" The woman asked. Astrid nodded, it still felt weird to hear her being called Hiccup's last name. "I have you right here. Do you have your insurance cards and license with you?" Astrid pulled out her wallet and handed them to her. "Excellent, now I just have a few forms for you to fill out and don't worry if you don't finish. The doctor will be going over them with you. Just fill out what you can. The nurse will be coming to get you soon." The woman stated handed Astrid back her license and cards, then the clipboard with a pen. Astrid took them as she smiled.
"Thank you." Hiccup said as he led Astrid over to the smaller seat that could fit them both. Astrid put her purse beside her and started filling out the papers. Hiccup sat back with his eyes closed now, 15 minutes later the door to the office opened.
"Astrid?" Called out the nurse. Hiccup was shaken awake as he got up with Astrid and they walked in, down a hallway and finally in to a room. The nurse shut the door and smiled to them, it was nurse Olavo, Astrid was happy to see a familiar face. "So, how have things been since last night?" She asked.
"Pretty easy, we went to sleep then spent the day talking things over. The morning sickness has lightened a bit..." Astrid replied as she walked towards the table she was supposed to sit on.
"That's quite normal dear. Most morning sickness starts to fade by the start of the second trimester which you're only a few weeks from now. Also its an old wives tale that morning sickness is only bad in the start since most women don't know their pregnant right away. Its almost a subconscious thing, your body makes you wonder what's wrong until it runs across the possibility of pregnancy." Nurse Olavo stated with a smile.
"I think I understand that. Last night in the bathroom throwing up for so long...I could figure out what was wrong with me and then seeing the test in the cabinet my mind jumped at the possibility of being pregnant. The throwing up seemed to subside...after the test read positive...though I was shocked and passed out...I–I felt a lot better waking up in the hospital, and again this morning...I still get the nausea but...I don't throw up anymore..." Astrid said gently.
"And it gets better, you're energy will be back up in a few weeks too then back down towards the end. Pregnancy tends to be an emotional roller coaster. Or so I've heard. I don't have any kids of my own." Nurse Olavo chuckled as Astrid handed her the clipboard and she scanned over it. "Excellent. The doctor will be here soon and we'll just go over everything. Questions, concerns and then before you leave we'll set up all your appointments for the remainder of your pregnancy. Just sit tight." Nurse Olavo said as she then left the room.
"Why are you so tired babe?" Astrid asked seeing Hiccup sitting there with his eyes closed again.
"Not tired. I hate hospitals, and doctors offices...Never been pleasant for me." He stated.
"Ooh...I'm sorry, Hiccup...do you...want to wait in the car?" Astrid asked now.
"I'm fine...I said I wasn't leaving your side, and I'm not going too. I'm okay...for once I'm here because of something good..." Hiccup replied.
"What do you...Oh..." Astrid said, she understood now. Hiccup's life being at the doctors was never good news in the past, it made her feel bad. The doctor came in with a smile and shook their hands.
"So everything seems to look good, I just have a few concerns from what you put in your paperwork...Cancer runs in both sides of your family?" He asked.
"Yes. We both lost our moms to it..." Astrid sighed.
"I'm very sorry for your losses...If its not to much trouble, could you both possibly explain the cancer, were they the same...We want to be cautious to catch it and start treatments early if need be." Dr. Vali said to them sitting in his chair.
"You want to go first babe?" Hiccup asked her, his tone had changed now. Sadness.
"How about...we just give me the names of the cancers...and I'll have my nurses to the research...I can see this is not a subject either of you want to talk about." Dr. Vali said softly now with sympathy in his voice.
"Appreciated...My mother died from Chronic Leukemia...Stage 5." Hiccup said in a cold tone. No wonder it hurt Hiccup so much. A stage 5 leukemia, people barely made it to 5 years and his mother had died in 3.
"I'm very sorry son...Astrid, what did your mother have?" Doctor Vali asked slowly now.
"Breast Cancer...Stage 4..." Astrid sighed out.
"I'm sorry to you both...Truly I am. We'll be watching closely. Hiccup if you don't mind me asking son...what stage was your mother's cancer when she was diagnosed?..." The doctor asked him now.
"I don't know..I was only 4...but my dad might. I'll ask him..." Hiccup said as he pulled out his phone and called his father.
"Hey son, everything okay at the doctors?" Stoick asked him.
"Ye–yeah...dad..." Hiccup couldn't find his words now as the doctor looked gently and offered his hand to take the phone now. Hiccup handed him it as he turned his back and closed his eyes taking a few deep breaths.
"Yes hello. I am Doctor Vali the Obstetrician over seeing your daughter in law's pregnancy...Your son informed me that your late wife had chronic leukemia stage 5...Could you...tell me what stage she was when she was diagnosed?..." The doctor asked.
"My wife was at stage 3 when she was diagnosed doctor. Does this have something to do with my daughter in law's pregnancy?" Stoick asked quickly.
"We're just being cautious Mr. Haddock. Cancer can be passed from mother to child in the womb and if you're wife was stage 3, I'm finding myself concerned for both your son and his unborn child. It might have skipped him, or laid dormant. Also, cancer runs in Astrid's family...we want to make sure we know everything to avoid a problem...I thank you for the information." Dr. Vali said handing the phone back to Hiccup.
"Hey dad, thanks..." Hiccup said to him.
"Hiccup...your mother had cancer when before you were born...It was...in remission and came back during on of the tests she got when she was pregnant...I'm...sorry I never told you...Make sure the doctor knows..." Stoick said before hanging up. Hiccup put the phone away now, he didn't say a word.
"Hi–Hiccup...are you okay?" Astrid asked now.
"I–I'm fine...Is my wife alright? You have all of our information..." Hiccup stated.
"Yes of course. Yes she's fine. I'm going to schedule a an ultrasounds for once a month until you give birth. We'll be able to watch things. Other than that, Astrid you are doing just fine. If you have any trouble, don't hesitate to call us. Just head out the way you came in. My receptionist will ensure you have everything you need to know about your pregnancy." Dr. Vali said smiling. Astrid got off the table now and Hiccup led her out.
"Head to the window. I'll be there in a sec..." Hiccup told her with a smile. She nodded and went to see the receptionist.
"I don't need to be psychic to know you're hiding something. I thank you for not saying anything in front of her, but now I'm going to need you to be honest with me. Dr. Vali. The risk of cancer runs in both families and my father just informed me that my mother's cancer was in remission when they met, but when she got pregnant with me, it came back. Be straight with me. Are you concerned about my unborn child being born with cancer?" Hiccup asked him.
"I knew you were a smart man...Yes. I am quite concerned. However, if we watch closely like I intend to do we may catch the cancer early and stop it before it has a chance to start. I remind you this is an IF situation. But son, I am concerned for you too. If you get any of these symptoms...do not hesitate or wait. Go to the doctors straight away." Dr. Vali said handing Hiccup a piece of paper with some symptoms on it. Hiccup nodded as he folded the paper and put it in his pocket.
"I understand doctor. Thank you. We'll see you in a few weeks." Hiccup said as the two shook hands and then Hiccup met Astrid at the window with a smile. "Are we all set?" Hiccup asked wrapping his arm around her waist.
"Yep. Got all my appointments right here and a bunch more papers with facts and what not to go over." Astrid giggled.
"We can go over them tonight, lets go home. I'm starved." Hiccup said kissing her cheek. That being said he walked her out of the office and to the car, they drove him and saw more cars in the drive way. He sighed their friends were there, he told them to check with him first. Oh this day just kept getting better and better, Hiccup shut off the car and led Astrid back inside the house where everyone was waiting for them including their fathers, of course his father looked miserable and full of guilt. Ignoring it for now, his focus was Astrid and getting her through the mob of their friends asking millions of questions.
