I'm back! Since it's my first week I haven't got any coursework...it was more like an induction week which means I can post another chapter!
To clarify this chapter will be the last in hospital and then the twins get to go home!
I checked my schedule and it's pretty full, so I am not sure when my next chapter will be, but I will write when I can so please be patient!
This scene is between twins and Gobber no Stoick.
Thank you and enjoy!
Gobber made his way to the third floor building becoming accustomed to which room the twins were held in. His blonde moustache raised into a smile seeing his only favourite niece and nephew having a small fight over the remote.
"Come on this is boring, change it!" said Hiccup reaching only for Hicca to move her hand away.
"Nope you had your turn, beside it's only natural women are in control" she kept the control on her left side so Hiccup had no hope.
He snorted "Women?, sorry sis never thought you were one. You kind of act like a boy" he grinned as she glared grabbing the pillow. Gobber figured he should intervene.
"Well you two are certainly better, your attitude and sarcasm has returned".
Sharp whips of their head to see their uncle-figure leaning against the doorframe.
"Gobber!" The jade and cerulean eyes glisten, wide smiles showing glimpse of their teeth. Gobber wondered in awe if the siblings have ever looked at their father with the same bliss and fondness.
"They probably did before their mother died. I'm glad Stoick is not here right now".
The middle-age man strolled towards them ruffling their hairs, before grabbing the remote turning off the tv. The two were not bothered. Just happy at the fact he came to visit again.
"I'm surprised you two are even awake, it's what nearly ten o'oclock?" He smirked when Hicca poked her tongue out. "We sleep too much. You are supposed to recover I know but it can't be that healthy just to lie around all day".
Gobber chuckled. "That is true lass, but considering you both were nearly killed in a hit and run accident. I would force the same rules as well". He didn't mean to be so blunt but like their father, the twins sometimes needed to hear the right words. They both winced slightly.
"But still I wish we could go home now. We been here how long, four weeks?" said Hiccup gently rubbing his left thigh.
"Try twenty days but maybe the doctor is considerate and will let you rest at home and that means staying in your bed" Gobber implied pointing a stern finger. He saw Hiccup's fingers circling round the bottom of his stump.
"Are you in pain lad?" Hiccup looked up and shrugged. "No it's fine. The doctor told me to massage my leg when I begin to feel cramps, so far there only minor". Gobber nodded with sympathy. He knew all too well the feeling of a missing limb.
"Here let me help". Hiccup protest but the blonde took over gently massaging the crooks and knots in the area where he knew due to his own experience. He could hear the boy groaning slightly. Whether it was from the pain or relief he wasn't sure. Judging by Hiccup's peaceful face he guessed the latter.
"Your really good at that" Gobber winked "Well I learned overtime. It doesn't start off easy but eventually it will become a part of you".
The siblings saw the attachments to Gobber's arm and leg. Losing your leg is one thing but your hand as well? "It must have been difficult, how did you manage with only one hand?" said Hicca showing pity.
The man pulled on his long moustache, then angled his head towards the ceiling. "To be honest I felt numb at first. My mind refused to believe that I had lost my leg and hand. Maybe because I also knew my life had changed in a blink of an eye. I was in a car then suddenly in the hospital for them to tell me they had amputated. When Stoick and Valka came to the hospital I brushed off their concerns making them partly believe I was alright".
Gobber sighed deeply turning to look at the twins. "It was actually the birth of you two that made me realise things were different and there was no point denying it anymore".
The emotions of anguish and confusion planted on the twin's faces. "We helped you?"
The blonde smiled at the precious memory. "Aye you were born two months before I was released and I was actually petrified when Stoick gave me a baby Hiccup to hold. Both being soo tiny you could fit on my knees. Which is what happened of course Valka held baby Hicca. And you know what happened next?"
They shook their heads, their bodies moving forward for the answer.
"I cried" Gobber laughed upon the shocked expressions. "Yeah I know awful for a grown man to cry but when I held up my stump, I fear that you two would start bawling. Instead I heard gurgling. Your tiny eyes were following my hand-less arm with fascination and curiosity that I knew everything was going to be fine. And once I accepted that the tears came down like a waterfall!"
Hiccup and Hicca smiled at each other. Gobber is their family and always will be.
"Your mother and father took care of all three of us. Must have been hard for them but they never complained they just did all the tasks. So kids what I'm trying to say is...can you forgive your father?".
They were alarmed by the question.
"Your father knows he should have never done what he did. That is why he is trying to refill the gap that he has broken. He is such a hard-headed, stubborn man who rarely ever cries. And he did knowing he might never see his kids become adults because of the crash. He told me that you two are very important to him and it took you both to almost die for him to see how much he does love you".
Hicca refrain from looking at Gobber and Hiccup remained staring into his lap, his eyes scrunched in concentration.
"I said that this could be a sign of change. Stoick has now opened his eyes to a new world where his son and daughter are still alive and kicking. He made many horrible mistakes and he even admitted that to me yesterday. Are you kids willing to give your man another chance?".
Gobber sat patiently in slience waiting for the twins response.
Hiccup positioned his body higher to support his back. Resting his cast arm on his lap he then spoke. "Dad already said that he was sorry and he will make amends, but I just" Hiccup frowned his eyebrows almost touching his eyelids.
"I feel that it's almost fake, like all of this is pretend untill we officially leave the hospital. I want to believe everything he said to me and Hicca is true. However I-I don't know what to do. I'm so confused, he ignored us for years and now we are back into his arms like he never hurt us in the first place".
Hiccup moved his IV arm to cover half of his face. Hicca placed a hand on his shoulder, she could feel the tremble.
"I kind of feel the same way. I will give dad another chance to prove to us he can be a father again. But right now I will not hold success. Please don't think we are being harsh, it just I'm still terrified Gobber. Dad can easily got back to work and forget us again. We need proper evidence before I can fully open my heart to him. I like him and love him but it hurts".
She could feel the tears coming so she wipe her eyes. "I told how I felt anyway so I hope it all works out for the best".
Hiccup now faced the window, his arm now dangling down the side of the bed. Gobber knew the situation would not be hugs and a pat on the back. Right now he is observing two young teens who have suffered more than they should have. Their emotions have shattered through disbelief and distrust by being loved by parents and then thrown away like a toy no child wants anymore.
Could be months or years before they fully reconnect the delicate, vulnerable relationship. You have to start somewhere and so far Gobber had confidence that Stoick will cut the fiery red beard just for his children to accept him as a dad.
He brought the twins into a hug, rubbing their backs. "Listen kids, this will take time. There will be emotional trauma, outbursts and possibly even walking out the door just to escape for a few hours. But I promise you Stoick will never misinterpret something like this for the rest of life. Like I said your dad is stubborn and once his mind is made up then prepare for the kisses!"
They both chuckled at Gobber's humour. But that still didn't stop them from grabbing hold of his clothing. Their shoulder shaking slightly and the small sob coming from their mouths. Gobber tighten his grip on the teens as they begun to soak his top, kissing their hair, whispering gentle encouraging words.
The twins let go, their face tinted with red and snotty noses. They then smiled thanking him. Gobber winked ruffling their locks once more. "And more thing. Do not feel afraid to cry, keeping it bottle inside will do serious harm. But I guess I don't really need to tell you that after how many times you two burst the bubbles. I'll be here to help for moral support anyway".
Hiccup raised his eyebrow suspiciously. "But don't have to go back to work?"
"Your right I will, but since Stoick is one of the best when it come to business, he is going to help me move back into his branch meaning i'll will be staying in this area. Or a much better place would be your home permanently".
Hicca gleamed "Seriously, your not joking right?".
Gobber gasped "Lie! About something about this. That's just charming!" he waved his hands around causing them to giggle. "Well maybe I'll just change my mind and go back to-"
"No!" exclaimed the twins.
He nodded his head at the children's gullible, innocent faces. "Nah I'm just messing with you. You need me not just with home but treatment as well". Hiccup was puzzled but filled with understanding when Gobber touch his thigh.
"Someone has to show you the ropes lad and I'm just your perfect person. All four of us will take it one step at a time".
Giving the twins once last hug, he said that he would leave so the kids could rest before their father came to visit. When the blonde man left, the twins were preoccupied by their thoughts. It was only natural under the circumstances they had doubts their father would not adapt a new lifestyle so easily. However even they could see he was determined. The talk with Gobber had ease their heavy hearts. They will all take baby steps and then eventually maybe even a bigger step, but for now the siblings can relax knowing things were going to be different.
Wow! 17 chapters! longest story I have ever done! Hope you love & like! And ill see you soon!