I'm so sorry it's been forever since I've updated! It has been hectic around my house and working at my new job and going back to college but things are starting to settle a little and I've finally found time to write! Im working on getting a new job that should give me more time to write and I will actually enjoy this job! So wish me luck! And thank you for any of my readers that have waited for me to write more even if I have taken way too much time!

*Hiccups POV*

"Hiccup!" I jump as my dad's voice cuts into my drifting thoughts. I had been home for almost two months and I was getting around more confidently. I often left my cane in my room now. The first month of being home was interesting to say the least. Dad would sometimes move chairs or carelessly toss his shoes on the floor which resulted in a few falls and bruises in my case. When something like that happened he would continuously apologize. We finally fell into a schedule and he learned how to organize my food on my plate so I know what I'm eating.

"You aren't listening to a thing I'm saying are you?" dad's voice continues and I feel my face flush at being caught in my musing.

"Umm, sorry dad. I kind of got lost in my thoughts." I mutter as I eat another bite of oatmeal. Dad wasn't the best cook in the world.

"That was obvious. Anyway I was just saying how I think it's time for you to go to school." His voice sounded nervous and I knew it wasn't his idea but most likely was Gobber's idea. My dad was scared to let me go anywhere and it often took quite a bit of convincing from his friend before he gave in. and most of the time it turned out fine.

"Gobber finally got through to you? Did you finally find a school for the blind?" I questioned because I know there is no way he would let me attend a normal school no matter how much I would like that.

"Actually you will be attending the regular public school. I already spoke to the teachers and they are willing to help with you notes and can order books in braille for you. And I also think you should get to know some of your old friends." He admitted but I could still detect the worry in his voice. I felt a jolt of excitement and nerves run through me at the thought of going to a regular school.

"When do I start?" I ask excitedly.

"Next Monday if you feel up to it." Dad says as I hear his chair be pushed backwards followed shortly by the sound of water running in the sink. I stand up and carry my bowl over to the counter for him to clean before he leaves for work.

"Sounds good to me! Is Gobber coming over today?" I ask even though I know the answer will be yes. Dad almost always has Gobber watch me while he is at work and if not he constantly calls to check up on me.

"I was actually considering having an old friend of your mothers come over with her daughter so that you can get to know them again." He replies carefully. I feel nervous at meeting new people but I swallow my nerves back and force a small smile that I hope convinces my dad that I'm fine with it.

"Sounds good can't wait to meet them!" I say with forced excitement.

*Astrid's POV*

I sigh as I get in the car with my mom. We have to go and basically babysit the police chief's son who is the same age as me. I mean I know he's blind but shouldn't his dad trust him to take care of himself? I would like to be alone sometimes if I was blind too. I still remember Hiccup a little from when we were young. My mom constantly tells me stories of when we would play together. She would show me pictures also and in all of them I was next to a little auburn haired boy with a cheeky grin. His green eyes were always expressive and shined brightly with joy. I wonder if his eyes are different now. The trees pass by my window quickly and my mind wonders as I see a little cross on the side of the road surrounded by flowers.

The little cross marked where Hiccup and his mom wrecked years ago. The grass bore no marks anymore having regrown nicely but a tree still bore old marks of where its bark was scrapped off when the car slammed into it. I never really thought of it too much since I can't really remember what Val looked like but my mom often went and placed flowers there and would come home with red tinged eyes and dry tear tracks. Not too long after we reached chief Haddocks house and my mom takes a deep breath before getting out and walking to the door. I follow her and stand next to her as she knocks on the door. A booming voice calls out that they will be there in a minute and then the door opens.

"Hello Liz, I'm so glad you were able to make it. Thank you for agreeing to watch my boy for today." Stoick said as he moves aside to invite us in.

"Oh it's no problem at all! I can't wait to see the boy again! He must have gotten so big!" mom says as she almost skips inside.

"Um well just make sure not to leave anything laying around. He has learned his way around pretty well but please make sure to keep an eye on him. I have a list of things you should know on the fridge as well as my cell number. If you need anything please let me know. Sorry I can't stay longer!" Stoick said as he leaves.

My mom stares at the door a little dumbfounded. "He's always been a bit preoccupied but this is kind of rash." She mumbles between us.

"Yeah no kidding. He's the king of being rash!" a slightly nasally voice says sarcastically behind us and I jump as I spin around. There stood a thin boy with shaggy auburn hair and dull green eyes. I stare entranced at his blank unfocused gaze. His eyes are still beautiful and I can see a spark of mischief hidden behind that blank stare. He bites his lip and looks a bit nervous as his sightless eyes flicker around as if searching for us. "Um…. Do I have something on my face?" he asks as he reaches a hand up to wipe at his face.

"No! No sorry I was just so taken aback by how much you look like your mom." Mom answers in a slightly wavering voice. Her eyes have a sheen of tears that she hasn't let fall. For some reason I have a feeling that this odd boy was going to change my whole world. The only question now is it a good change or bad?

Please let me know what you think!