Disclaimer: Do you really think I own HTTYD? Tsk, tsk, *sighs* but a girl can dream...
Summary: This is a collection of one shots mainly based around Hiccup and Toothless' friendship, but there will be stories based on other characters too. There's also going to be mild Hiccstrid in some chapters but nothing serious.
(A/N) I appreciate constructive criticism, but not flaming. Thank you!
(A/N) Ahhhh! This update is really late! I'm really sorry. I've been having a bad week, and my teachers have been assigning so much homework! I just wanted to thank you soooo much for all the reviews, favorites, and follows! This chapter's going to be a light, fluffy Hiccstrid with a LOT of cute romance, so be prepared for some mushy stuff. After editing and redoing half the story multiple times, I present to you...the story!
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Hiccup knew he was lucky.
Every time he saw Astrid he was reminded of that fact.
The dragon trainer also knew that Astrid was one of the best vikings of their generation, and she could probably get any guy to be her boyfriend. She was pretty and athletic, but her beauty went far beyond her exterior looks. Astrid was extremely smart, kind, compassionate, tough, disciplined, thoughtful, a perfectionist, and, overall, an amazing person.
It had been a little over a year since Hiccup had defeated the Red Death, and Hiccup's self esteem had improved greatly since that time. And yet, Hiccup was still amazed that Astrid picked him as her boyfriend. Him, the scrawny, awkward, brainy, clumsy, village screwup. Over the past year, Hiccup's crush on Astrid had morphed into something much more serious: love.
That next day was their first anniversary together, and Hiccup wanted to make that day memorable. He had been planning their anniversary for a month, but he was extremely nervous about it. Astrid meant so much to him, so he wanted to tell and show her just how much he loved her.
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Unlike most days, Hiccup woke up before Toothless, and, then, he woke up a grumpy Night Fury. He also grabbed his satchel and a picnic basket he had prepared the night before. After that, he ripped out a page in his journal and left a note for his dad that they were leaving early. His dad already knew that Hiccup would be taking the day off from his duties.
"First stop, the forest," Hiccup muttered.
Toothless yawned and shook himself slightly as he stretched and spread his wings in preparation for flight.
Hiccup smiled as he mounted Toothless, and, with that, they took off. The sky was still dark with the tiniest bit of light peeking through. Hiccup knew he had time to get everything done.
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They landed in the forest near The Cove, and Hiccup quickly dismounted. The viking and the dragon walked around the forest searching for something in particular.
"I could've sworn it was here," Hiccup mumbled. "Ah-ha!" He exclaimed victoriously. He bent down to pick the flower, and he stood, holding up a beautiful, glowing, red and orange flower. [(A/N) Imagine the flower from Tangled, except it's red and orange.] This flower only bloomed for one week out of the year, and then, it closed up, losing its glow.
"Astrid's going to love this," Hiccup said fondly.
Toothless butted his snout against Hiccup's arm, reminding his friend that they still had things to do.
"You're right, bud, we better get going."
Hiccup mentally checked the flower off his list. He carefully placed the flower into his satchel.
"Next stop, The Cove," Hiccup said.
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When they landed, Hiccup took the picnic basket and hid it in a crevice in the rock wall, and he covered up the entrance with a larger stone (with the help of Toothless). Hiccup wanted to make sure that curious Terrible Terrors didn't ruin his hard work.
After they were done, Hiccup said, "Let's get to the forge, Toothless."
Said dragon nodded in understanding, and they flew off once again.
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The pair arrived at the forge just as the sun was beginning to show a sliver of itself. It was empty, and Hiccup had no doubt that Gobber was probably still asleep.
Hiccup entered the forge and told Toothless to stay outside. The Night Fury did what could only be described as a pout but stayed put nonetheless.
The crafty viking had been working on this project for quite some time, and he just needed to put the finishing touches on it.
Hiccup picked up a long, brown leather strap and wrapped it securely around the handle of the battle axe. Then, he picked up a hammer and two small nails; Hiccup proceeded to hammer the strap firmly in place.
He picked up the axe, holding it in his hand and taking a practice swing with it (using both hands, obviously) to test its grip. The axe he had been working on was bigger than Astrid's original weapon; it had a bigger blade that was additionally held on by a pinkish and bluish leather strap. Going down the sturdy wooden handle, was the brown leather strap Hiccup had just nailed in. At the bottom of the handle, was another leather strap wrapped around it, but this one was stuffed with fur. There was a stone skull shape [(A/N) I don't really know what it is.] at the bottom of the axe, below the second leather strap.
Hiccup set it back down on the work table, but as he looked at, he noticed something was missing. Getting an idea, Hiccup went over to the scrap basket where all the left over parts went. He dug around the basket before he popped back up with a scrap of red cloth in his hand. Taking the cloth, Hiccup wrapped it around the handle of the axe and tied it into a bow. Hiccup looked satisfied and stood back to admire his work.
He exited the forge with the battle axe in hand, but he realized that Toothless wasn't there.
He scanned the area before he noticed that Toothless was playing tug-of-war with a Gronkle over a fish.
"Useless reptile," Hiccup grumbled, "Toothless, we really need to go."
Toothless reluctantly dropped the fish, glaring at the Gronkle who smugly gobbled it up.
Hiccup sighed, "What am I going to do with you?"
He looked up at the sky, the sun was already halfway up in the sky. Hiccup, still carrying the axe, got onto an irritated Toothless and flew to Astrid's house.
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It was with sweaty hands that Hiccup knocked on the door, flower in one hand and axe in the other.
The nervous boy looked back at Toothless. Toothless have his friend an encouraging, gummy smile.
Hiccup took a deep breath, and the door opened.
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Astrid was just getting up, and she brushed her hair and styled it in her usual braid. It was her and Hiccup's anniversary, and she wondered what he had planned for today.
She had been agonizing over what to give to Hiccup, and she decided to give him the dark, sturdy leather he had been wanting for some time. Astrid had gotten it from Trader Johann, and she hoped Hiccup liked it.
She heard a knock on the door. Expecting it to be another viking asking for dragon advice, Astrid was pleasantly surprised to see her boyfriend standing there.
"Hiccup," Astrid gasped, seeing the presents.
Hiccup held the gifts out, "For you, M'Lady. Happy Anniversary."
"Wow, thanks, babe!" Astrid said, carefully tucking the precious flower into her hair and examined the axe, "Hiccup, this is incredible. How long have you been working on this?"
"Oh, just for a few months", Hiccup shrugged humbly, "It was no problem."
"I can't wait to try it out!" Astrid exclaimed excitedly before pausing and saying sincerely, "Thank you, Hiccup. This means a lot to me."
Astrid put the axe on her table inside her house. Then, she launched herself at her boyfriend, fiercely hugging him.
Hiccup caught her, almost toppling over as he did so. He sported a huge, goofy grin as he hugged Astrid back. Then, Astrid leaned back to place a sweet kiss on Hiccup's still smiling lips.
Once the kiss had ended, Hiccup still looked dazed for a moment or two before snapping out of it when Astrid laughed at him.
"Here, I have something for you too," Astrid said, and she ran to re room and got out the leather. She quickly ran down the stairs and gave it to Hiccup.
"Wow," Hiccup said in awe, running his hands over the leather. "Astrid, this is incredible, but this must've cost you a fortune!" Hiccup exclaimed, and his eyebrows furrowed in concern.
"Don't be silly, Hiccup it was well worth it, and, if it makes you feel any better, Trader Johann gave it to me with a discount," Astrid said.
Hiccup took the leather, and he stashed it in his satchel.
"Astrid, your noble steed awaits," Hiccup said, dramatically bowing and gesturing to Toothless once he had packed away the gift.
Toothless just rolled his eyes at his friend's antics.
Astrid laughed and shook her head and said, "Where are we going babe?"
"It's a surprise," Hiccup said, and he shrugged mischievously.
With that, Hiccup and Astrid got onto Toothless, and they took flew to The Cove.
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The trio landed in The Cove a few moments later.
Astrid was completely distracted, looking at the beautiful scenery while Hiccup and Toothless were getting the picnic basket.
Everything was green and lively; the trees were a variety of colors. The multicolored flowers had bloomed, and some had fallen to the ground. It covered the ground beautifully, and the blond haired girl couldn't help but admire the scenery.
Hiccup and Toothless scrambled to quickly move the large rock before Astrid turned around. In the hole, was the basket filled with snacks.
He hurriedly took out the blanket and laid it on the soft, green grass. Next, he unpacked the plates and food before clearing his throat to get Astrid's attention.
His girlfriend (he loved saying that) swiftly turned around, and her eyes widened.
"Hiccup," Astrid stared in awe at the scene before her, "I don't know what to say."
Hiccup simply smiled. He gently grabbed Astrid's hands in his.
"Astrid Hofferson, exactly one year ago you became my girlfriend. That day was one of the happiest days of my life. I couldn't imagine a day without you, and...," Hiccup seemed to pause and gather his courage before saying, "Astrid... I love you."
Astrid felt tears well in her eyes, and she gently grabbed the side of Hiccup's face with her hands.
"I love you too, Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III," Astrid said.
Hiccup was grinning from ear to ear as he said, "Shall we eat?"
Astrid nodded, and they sat on the blanket and dug in.
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Astrid and Hiccup were flying back to her house on Toothless, the sunset reminding her of their first ride together.
As they landed, Hiccup walked her to her door, and he gave her a goodbye kiss.
Mounting Toothless, Hiccup sent Astrid one last smile before flying away.
The blonde viking smiled happily, and she walked into her house.
Astrid knew she was lucky.
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(A/N) FINALLY! I AM DONE! Honestly, I started this last Friday, and I'm just now finished. The reason it took so long is because:
1- I had to come up with solid plot.
2- I ended having a lot of plot holes that needed patching up.
3- I wasn't satisfied with the first half of the story, so I rewrote that part.
Enough with the excuses, I hope I did their relationship justice, and please, PLEASE, leave suggestions and ideas for the next story because updating's gonna go a lot quicker if you do.
(A/N) Thank you for reading and reviewing!