A/N: Here we are the finale. Thank you all for coming with me on this journey. A special thank you to everyone that left a review I truly enjoy reading them and seeing your responses as I'm sure you all know. An extra special thank you to Anonymous Noob the 2nd who gave me this story idea years ago, it was a blast to write. I will explain what story is next at the bottom. So without further ado I give the final chapter of Big Break.
CB73: Henry is a boy of many talents but every now and then he gets to remind us that he is a 15 year old boy who is trying to navigate the tricky world of the film industry and the even more confusing world of women. lols. Once again thank you for all your reviews I will see you in the next story which I'm sure you will enjoy. See you next time.
Gandalfnho: Henry is risking it all but lucky for us Henry is good at what he does.
WinterBreath0602: I got you story idea and I'm sorry to say I won't be able to write that. I have two other huge story ideas that I have put off for too long and want to get started on. I also am not familiar in any way shape or form with the lore of WoW. Sorry, hopefully you enjoy what I have planned next and I hope you enjoy the ending of Big Break.
Please leave a final review of what you thought of the story as whole and I will see you all in the next story.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Mexican ;p
(Friday, December 14th, 2018)
It had been four weeks since the executives had visited the set in Norway; nearly shut everything down, sold off the Dragons, and blacklisted everyone. Until Henry came in like a knight in shining armor on his white horse. Well it was more like ragged clothes and a fire breathing dragon but those were just details.
The minute the executives were off the island it turned into chaos. Everyone wanted to know what had happened and if they were still employed. Helga had taken over for Henry as the boy was exhausted and just woke up from his coma. She was able to calm everyone down for the moment but informed them of the hard work that was ahead of them all in order to make the release date.
Determined to prove the executives wrong, everyone got to work. With only a few scenes to shoot, the cast, camera crew, props, and costume departments kicked it into high gear. Making the most of every second of daylight they managed to finish filming in only a few days. The editing crew already had a head start with what they had prepared for the executives now it was just a matter of refining what they had done and working on the last few scenes that had been shot. No one got much sleep during those weeks.
Once filming was done Steven had taken Henry to the closest hospital to get his leg looked at properly and get measured for a prosthetic. They were gone a few days but came back with Henry on crutches, a few bottles of pain killers and anti-biotics, and covered in a few bandages for burns he sustained. While Steven was never far from his son's side on the occasions that he had to go, Audrey and Toothless were always there and made sure that Henry got the rest he needed and never over worked himself. Much to the boy's minor annoyance at being treated like a cracked piece of glass, he couldn't fault them for their worry and accepted it with little protest. Henry figured Audrey liked looking after him, but he would never say anything to her about it, lest he get another bruise on his shoulder.
To keep his care givers happy Henry agreed to stay in his hut as much as possible but would still need to be able to work and help market the film. So the decision was made to have the marketing team come to Henry and Steven's hut so they could work out how they were supposed to market and sell a movie with so little time. Henry smiled at the worried adults and gestured to the two Dragons that were curled up around the table.
They already had a few trailers made up and photos for potential posters, which was good but Henry knew that they would need something else, something big. He had called Helga into the hut and pitched the idea of having the Dragons shipped back to the United States and fly them around major cities setting up meet and greets, giving short interviews, autographs, and even a few Dragon rides. With Helga's strange ability with the Dragon's Henry figured that it should help the Dragon's remain calm and show the public how great the Dragons are. Helga was onboard and praised Henry for his creative thinking.
They flooded social media sites, magazines, news outlets, anything and everything that they could in order to get the word out. Henry took videos with Sharpshot and Toothless, Audrey with her Nadder, and everyone else with their respective Dragons. The posts spread like wildfire and soon enough it seemed as though their marketing campaign was working.
The trailers were a hit showing snippets of the battle and Dragon Queen, as well as Henry and Toothless' bonding moments, the training arena, a still shot of Henry and Audrey flying on their Dragons, and the moment when Audrey kissed Henry on his cheek. That one caused both teens to blush but they looked at each other and gave a shy smile. They hadn't had time to talk about anything that had gone on between them yet and time was running out.
The weeks went by and finally after a rigorous marketing campaign, premier night was finally here. DragonWorks had rolled out the red carpet and was putting on quite the show, no doubt thanks to Henry's pay cut. The cast began to arrive one by, pulling up in limos and being ushered in by family members, their agents, or both. All dressed up in tuxedos and dresses they walked onto the red carpet.
The twins were having a rousing time messing with the photographers, pulling out sling shots and firing paint balls and the expensive camera's and their suits. Not to mention they each managed to train a Terrible Terror of their own and were unleashing the sneaky devils on the unsuspecting paparazzi.
Simon was basking in the attention that was being given to him. While on set his attitude had improved well enough to work with him. He was still arrogant and tried to put himself above his station more times than not; and with all the camera's being pointed at him right now it was sure to get worse. He continued to walk down the red carpet as if it was there just for him, he smiled and posed for the camera's blowing kisses to any girls he saw in crowd. When Audrey walked out of her own limo he offered her his arm which was greeted with a firm punch. He grumbled something but soon turned his attention back to the cameras.
The cameras were soon snapping every picture they could of Audrey, questions were being shouted at her but were drowned out due to everyone trying to shout louder than the person next to them. Familiar to the scene she smiled waved her hand to a few people in the crowd and continued on. Her deep blue dress shimmering amongst all the lights she was surprised it didn't blind anyone. As she neared the steps to the theater she looked back to see Finnick trying desperately to get away from the camera's without looking like he was trying to. Audrey giggled and walked back to over some moral support. The boy was still trying to find his confidence and needed some help.
"Doing alright?" She asked jokingly.
"Oh sure, why wouldn't I be!" Finnick answered, his voice cracking as he did.
Audrey couldn't help the laugh that escaped as Finnick's face turned deep red. Once she regained her composure she looked behind Finnick to see if Henry's limo had arrived yet. She had really wanted to ride with him and his dad but Henry said he had a last minute errand to run and that he would meet her there. She tried to hide her disappointment and play it off as best she could but it still sucked.
She saw the last limo pull up and smiled as she saw Steven step out and the limo raise a couple of inches as the suspension finally caught a break. Seconds ticked by as she waited for Henry to step out but when the driver closed the door she realized that he was not in there. She sighed and couldn't hide her disappointment this time. Steven walked up to her and noticed the girl's mood, he kneeled down and placed a massive hand gently on her shoulder.
"Don't you worry lass, Henry will be along soon just dealing with a stubborn old yak is all." He said sagely, as if she should know what he is talking about.
She raised an eyebrow in confusion but didn't have time to ask him as he had walked off and into the theater. Giving a sigh and shaking her head she turned with Finnick and began to walk towards the theater. As Audrey and Finnick reached the doors to step in, a high-pitched whistle pierced the air causing them to halt mid-step and look back over the crowd.
Everyone was looking around trying to find the source of the sound but as it grew higher in pitch and louder as it got closer Audrey and Finnick smiled as they recognized the distinct sound. A shadow flew over the crowd followed by a strong gust of wind, knocking a few camera's out of the paparazzi's hands and into the waiting claws of Rachel and Thomas' Terrible Terror, who quickly scurried away with its prize.
The whistle died down and the shadow passed over the crowd again and again and soon everyone was able to make out the black mass that was a Dragon. Audrey and Finnick walked back from the doors and waited expectantly for the Dragon and his rider to land.
"He just had to be dramatic about it didn't he?" Audrey asked as she laughed amusedly.
"I don't think he knows how to do it any differently." Finnick replied his voice full of equal mirth.
"Still though, he needs to get used to his leg before he goes off trying to be a stuntman. Come on, we better go walk him in." Audrey answered back, her voice gaining slight concern.
The NightFury made a few more laps around the crowd before making its final descent. Audrey smiled as she saw the familiar shape of Henry on Toothless' back but furrowed her brow when she noticed a much bulkier shape sat behind him. Steven had already arrived so she was at a loss as to who could be sitting behind Henry.
Toothless landed and the paparazzi swarmed around the Dragon and his passengers. Audrey and Finnick attempted to break through the crowd but with everyone shouting and trying to snap photos they went unnoticed.
"Does this mean you are back in Hollywood!?" One reporter shouted.
"Are you working with the Haddocks now?!" Another yelled.
"What is your first project going to be?!" A female shouted.
"What about your niece?!" multiple voices shouted.
The last question had Audrey pushing and shoving her way through the crowd. Her heart was beating a mile a minute, her chest tightened, and throat thickened. If Henry brought who she thought, he did she might just punch him extra hard for dropping a surprise like this on her. As she neared the center of the swarm a voice, she hadn't heard in years broke through all the shouting and her eyes began to widen.
She caught just a glimpse between two reporters before the gap was shut and she couldn't believe her eyes. She tried again to break through but this time she spotted Henry who seemed to be looking for her as well. They made eye contact just long enough for Henry to motion for her to come closer. He was excited and tried to get the crowd to make a hole for her, but they were all to busy shouting and snapping photos of his surprise guest. The boy leaned over and whispered to his NightFury who was soaking up all the attention. The Dragon nodded and let out a mighty roar that quieted the crowd and allowed Henry to speak.
"Thank you Toothless, now everyone make a hole. You are holding up a family reunion." Henry announced proudly.
He motioned to the group of reporters that were blocking Audrey path and they all slowly stepped to the side. Audrey appeared from behind them and her lips parted slightly as she finally laid eyes on her Uncle Finn.
The hulking figure towered over the crowd, his long blonde hair was braided down his back, and blue eyes shone in setting sun and camera flashes. His smile was warm and inviting as he looked at his niece, who was still star struck.
"Audrey." He greeted warmly and began walking to her.
Hearing her name and seeing her Uncle walk toward her broke Audrey out of the trance she was in and flung herself into her Uncle's embrace.
"What are you doing here?" She asked, her voice muffled from burying her head into his chest and just a few happy sobs.
"Well a little Dragon came by and said he had a promise to keep. A promise he made to a friend." He answered softly as he hugged her tightly.
Audrey unwrapped her arms and peered around him to see Henry standing sheepishly by Toothless. Audrey walked from her Uncle and over to the nervous boy who was awaiting her reaction. As Audrey was walking, Steven's words played over in her head and the stubborn yak must have been her Uncle. She laughed and she slugged Henry in his shoulder.
"Really?! What is it with you and all the violence?" He mumbled angrily.
"It is not violence it is communication, and so is this." She answered.
Henry looked up just in time to feel Audrey's lips connect with his. He closed his eyes and kissed her back for a few moments before Audrey broke the kiss.
"How did you get him here?" She asked as she looked Henry over.
Steven had made sure that Henry had gotten the best prosthetic he could and now if you didn't know you wouldn't be able to tell his left leg was fake.
"It wasn't easy and I might have played a little dirty by mentioning to him that his niece has been working hard to get him back in the game and it would be a real shame if he wasted all her work. Not to mention offering a ride on Toothless is always a good closer." He answered cheekily, still a little dazed from the kiss.
"You didn't have to do that." Audrey replied as she looked back at her Uncle who was taking in the sights, sounds, and feel of being back in Hollywood.
"Of course I did. I promised you I would help, and I did. You did all the work though, I just brought him here." Henry answered softly.
"Thank you." Audrey whispered as she hugged Henry.
He smiled, hugged her back, and snuck a quick thumbs up to Finn who nodded in return. They broke the hug and smiled at each other, Henry motion for Toothless to follow them and met up with Finn to walk into the theater.
"Wait what does this mean for your career's?!" A reported shouted which sparked hundreds of questions being shouted back at them.
"No more questions right now. I want to spend my first night back in Hollywood with my niece and watch her first film. Thank you." Finn's booming voice answered and silenced the crowd.
The two teens were thankful for Finn's quick response and hurried along to the doors where Finnick had already entered, having left the group to enjoy their moment and take advantage of the camera's not focused on him.
"You know Audrey, Henry here told me about all the work you have been putting in to try and resurrect my career. I'm touched that you thought I was worth the effort and I promise not to waste it." Finn told her as they walked through the doors and into the theater.
"You are family and got a rotten lot, I just wanted to make things right." Audrey replied
"Well thank you again now let's get in there. I'm eager to see the fruits of your labor." Finn said eagerly, leaving the young teens in the hall.
"So, what are you doing after this?" Henry asked.
They were both standing around awkwardly as the question brought up an important topic that had yet to be addressed. Were they more than friends, what would they do since they lived hours apart?
"I don't know, Finn is back now and I want to help him with that." Audrey answered honestly.
"Good, if you need anymore help let me know. But what about us now?" Henry asked softly, afraid of what the answer could be.
Audrey started to play with her hair and looked to the ground. These were tough questions but ones they needed to answer. Audrey knew that there was something between them, she wouldn't have kissed him just outside if there wasn't. She did like him, and he was a good actor. With their careers they would be traveling a lot and seeing each other would be difficult but not impossible, especially now that Henry had Toothless. She smiled as ideas started to pour in and when she looked up Henry appeared more like a nervous 15-year-old asking a girl out than the confident boy that had faced down the Dragon Queen and the executives.
"Do you want there to be an us?" She asked.
"YES!" Henry shouted out, but turned beet red and covered his mouth and his sudden answer.
Audrey laughed, thankful for the break in the tension around them. His answer was so honest it filled her with joy. She placed a hand on his shoulder and got his attention back on her.
"I want there to be an us too. It will be difficult, but you have Toothless now and I'm sure he wouldn't mind some flight time. I know Stormfly wouldn't mind flying back and forth." She smiled.
"Stormfly?" Henry questioned with a quirked eyebrow.
"My Nadder, I named her Stormfly; but the important thing is if we want this to work than we will make it work." Audrey replied.
"I'm sure your dad and my uncle could work together and get us working on few more shows and films so we can see each other and work together." Audrey suggested.
Henry lit up and the suggestion of working together and nodded his head eagerly.
"We can sort out the details later for now let's get in there and enjoy the movie." Audrey said confidently as she took Henry's hand in hers.
Henry allowed himself to be pulled along, but he didn't mind it. They walked into the dimly lit room and found seats and the ground level that her uncle had saved them. Taking their seats Audrey looked over to see Henry rubbing his leg.
"How is you leg by the way?" She asked, concerned to see him in discomfort.
"It's getting better, I've been putting a lot of stress on it lately to get used to it." Henry replied with a smile.
"Don't overdo it or I will ground you from Toothless." She warned.
"You wouldn't dare." Henry challenged.
"Try me Haddock." She challenged back.
"Oh I will Hofferson, trust me." He smiled back at her.
They burst out laughing and grew excited as the lights fully went out and the previews started. Audrey felt someone tap her shoulder and looked over to see her uncle beaming down at her.
"I like him." He whispered to her.
Audrey blushed slightly and snuck a peek at Henry who had his eyes glued to the screen.
"Me too." She whispered back before turning her attention to the screen as Henry's voice came through the speakers and announced that they had all finally gotten their Big Break.
"This is Berk…"
A/N: Told you the last line would be from a movie! So for my next projects I will be working on two stories at once. This Work Suits You and Prove It. Prove It will be a series of one shots that takes place after Earn It and will be updated sporadically. This Work Suits You is a melding of ideas that I think will work really well. The gang takes the places of the members of the Thieves Guild from Skyrim and follows that story arc. This is going to be fun. I'm going to be taking some time off to get a stockpile of chapters built up and to recharge my batteries (Both mental and my laptop's) Once again please leave a final review and let me know what you thought as a whole. Until next time, this is the MidwestMexican signing off. Peace.
Published 8/20/2020