WHO I REALLY AM

(A How To Train Your Dragon Fanfiction)

by:Astrid Camicazi N. Hofferson

Edited by clank2662, my awesome beta.

Summary:Astrid Hofferson, shieldmaiden of Berk and second-in-command of the dragon riders, swears to tell everything to her betrothed,Hiccup Haddock,even secrets. She tells him everything, except for one.Will Hiccup accept her after finding out the truth?(Story is set in the Race to the edge timeline)

DISCLAIMER:I DO NOT OWN HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON

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VII

THE SECRET

"Hiccup, you remember a month ago when you asked about what am I doing on Bog-Burglar Island?" Astrid asked him.

"Yeah. I did. You told me that you were exploring the wonders of that place." Hiccup nodded.

"Absolutely. But the truth is, I am visiting my mother." she stated.

"Your mother? But your mother is back on Berk." he said, a little bit confused.

"Yes, you do have a point. Anyway, the one that I am talking about is my real mother." she told him.

"Are you saying to me that you are adopted by the Hoffersons? But you are pretty much alike!" Hiccup exclaimed.

"Yeah. They're my relatives anyway." Astrid stated simply.

"Tell me how did it happen."Hiccup requested.

"But you make sure that you listen for what you are asking is going to be a long story."she said poking a finger on Hiccup's chest.

"I will, Milady."Hiccup promised.

Flashback from 15 years ago..."Long time ago, I was living as a child on the Bog-Burglar Island also known as Splash, because of the big waves that splashes the shore,with my real mother, Big-Boobied Bertha, chief of the Bog-Burglars."she started.

"So you were an heir?"he asked.

"Yes."

"Splash is a good place to live. It is peaceful, as well as ,beautiful, until we were attacked by Berserkers, outcasts and Wild dragons. You see? Bog-Burglars make many enemies and a few allies including, Berk.The attacks and raids by both dragons and humans , eventually became war. Many of our tribe members were struggling because of the frequent raids. Many died from the battle, if not, due to hunger. I wanted to help defend my tribe and my island from invasion. Even as a five-year-old kid, I know what to do. I beg my mother to agree, but she did not.

'Mommy! I wanted to fight and show the dwagons and the other ugly people that Bog-Buwglaws awen't weak!'

'No, Camicazi. I think you should stay at Berk on your Hooligan Relatives.It is much safer in there.'

'But-'

'No buts. It's for the best.'

I couldn't oppose to my mother's decision for it was a fact that I possess a Hooligan blood in me. For my late mother married my real father who is a Hofferson which died in a battle.Anyway, it was a week after when my mother and I sailed to Berk. We arrived a few hours later. We are lucky, because there were no raids on Berk that time. She brought me immediately in my uncle and aunt's house and introduce me to them. Then, she went to the Great Hall to talk to your father and summon his help to fight dragons. He agreed and they left as soon as possible. She bid goodbye to me and promised that she will come back. My mother, your father, my tribe and a couple of Hooligans went to Splash and fought dragons. I wish I was there to help. But there I was, helplessly staring at the window, hoping for their safe return.Then one day, ships returned. I run into the docks to see if my mother was there. But she isn't. Instead, Stoick approached us, or me to break the bad news.

'We are very sorry, Camicazi. Your mother and your tribe are gone. I'm sorry. We did all of our best to save them but can't. I know it is pretty hard for you to lose someone close to your heart. I know that too. But you need to be strong and I know you need a place to stay. You can stay here.'

Hearing his words made me feel like my world is falling apart. I am now an orphan. A nobody. I was very sad that time. Not just sad but I was full of rage too. I wanted revenge. But I knew that it wasn't the right time. I wanted to bring back the past and save them, but I couldn't.My relatives, my aunt Helga and uncle Olaf felt sorry for me. They accepted me into their family as their own daughter and assured me that I can make my revenge to them someday.

'Don't you worry, Camicazi, child. Your mother and tribe might be gone. But, we are still here for you and we will take care of you like our own child. Is that okay?'

I nodded.

'Good. From now on, you will be called with your Hooligan name, Astrid and not with your Bog-Burglar name, Camicazi. Astrid Hofferson of the Fearless House Hofferson. Don't you cry. We will make sure that you'll be the best warriors of your generation and you'll avenge them soon.'"

"I remembered it like yesterday. It is still painful for me. Anyway, I trained as soon and as hard as possible, so I'll get to be the best warrior if my generation and take my revenge on dragons, sooner. That is why I am so competitive and eager to place first in dragon training.I was furious when you did and I wanted to know your secret. But when you show me the truth, it changed my thought, forever. That's my story. I am afraid to tell you the truth. For maybe you won't accept me anymore."

"What makes you think that I won't accept you? I do accept you, no matter who you are. For, I love you, Astrid, Camicazi, or whatever your name is. Remember that." Hiccup told Astrid with a soft, caring voice. That's when Astrid stated crying.

"Astrid, are you crying?"he asked in concern.

"No, Hooligans and Bog-Burglars don't cry!"she explained, wiping her tears. "Thanks for accepting my past and I love you too." she kissed him on the cheek.

"You're welcome."he smiled at her and kissed her too, but in the forehead. Then, they hugged each other.

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Unbeknownst to them, the other riders were actually eavesdropping at their conversation and heard everything.

"So, Astrid is a Bog-Burglar?"Fishlegs asked in shock.

"Yeah Fishface. You heard it from her."Snotlout retorted,earning him a glare from Fishlegs.

"True. But why didn't she told us?" Tuffnut stated questioningly.

"Maybe we should have eavesdrop some more so we can find answers to our questions."Ruffnut stated simply.

They leaned themselves. With Ruffnut on the front, near the door. Tuffnut on her back. Snotlout at the back of Tuffnut and lastly,Fishlegs. They gently leaned and inched a bit forward to hear more of the conversation but Fishlegs leaned more than he should and losed his balance, ending up on top of his fellow riders and making a loud noise of the floor in front of Hiccup's hut.

"WHOA!"

THUD!

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THUD!

A loud noise was heard outside Hiccup's hit that made them break their hug apart.

"What was that?!"Astrid asked.

"I don't know. Let's see to find out?" Hiccup answered.

They rushed and opened the door to see the other four with themselves stacked with each other.

"Ruffnut,Tuffnut,Snotlout and Fishlegs? What are you guys doing?!"

They looked at them and smiled innocently.

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A/N:That's all for this chapter. So the secret of Astrid, or Camicazi, is actually out. Not only to her betrothed, but also to her friends. And for that, they deserve an explaination. Find out on the next update.See you next time;-)!-ACNH