Dragon Music Tales

The Path of Honor

Summary: After the incident with the Singetails, upon arriving back in Berk, Hiccup gets commended by Stoick about what he did for the Jorgenson men, implying that Hiccup is getting closer to becoming who he was born to be.

Post- RttE.

Requested by Musical Ninja.

WARNING: THIS ONE-SHOT COMES FROM A STORY THAT HASN'T BEEN POSTED YET. READ AT YOUR OWN RISK.

The isle of Berk soon came into view of the pale purple and pink horizon of the ocean. Hiccup, Stoick, Snotlout, and Spitelout had been flying for a couple of hours from the newly discovered Singetail Island. Once in a while, Hiccup saw his father beaming at him with pride. That feeling that would always build up in his chest when he saw his father like that would cause Hiccup to smile back. Also, that would mean that later, he would want to talk to him.

Soon, his hunch was proven correct. When the four of them landed back on Berk, and the villagers gathered around to ask them questions, Stoick brushed them off and said that Spitelout would have the answers they want.

Leaving the Jorgensons to take in all of the attention, much to their expected delight, Stoick took Hiccup further away from the crowd, with Toothless and Skullcrusher following a few feet away.

"You did a fine job today, Hiccup." The Chief said to his son.

Hiccup bashfully rubbed the back of his head. "Yeah, well, I just did what I thought was right."

"And that, son, is what makes you a great leader for the Riders, and one day, a great Chief for this village." Stoick added as he looked back and saw that they were already out on the outskirts of the village.

Hiccup looked back as well, feeling a small stone settle into his stomach. He knew that because of his birthright, he would one day become Chief of Berk. But back during the war with the dragons, his reputation as a misfit caused a lot of doubt of the future. But now, he was praised as a hero, and the people were saying that he would be one of the greatest chiefs in Berk's history. And that made his insides feel a little tight.

Sensing that his son was getting a little overwhelmed by the thought of one day becoming the leader of the village, Stoick placed a hand on his shoulder. "Easy there, Hiccup." He comforted. "You'll be ready one day. To be honest, I was nervous about becoming chief as well."

"I still find that hard to believe." Hiccup said. He faintly remembered when Gobber had mentioned that when Hiccup was appointed acting chief after Stoick was captured by Dagur.

"Well, I've gotten used to my responsibilities over time." Stoick said. "As will you eventually."

Then, Stoick began walking, gesturing for Hiccup to follow him. As the younger man did so, the older one began to sing. Hiccup then sang along.

Stoick: This life that we lead.

Hiccup: This role of leadership.

Memories of when he had to become a leader for his friends a few years back came to Hiccup's mind. All of the adventures, and some of the mishaps.

Stoick: Never said it would be easy.

Hiccup: Sometimes, I stumble and trip.

Then, Hiccup remembered the many times he would turn to his father for some advice of being a leader. As it eventually turned out, he now realized that they both learned something about true leadership.

Stoick: And yet, you get back up.

Hiccup: Get stronger from the fall.

Stoick: It's part of our role,

The flashback ended as the two of them began singing together, with their dragons following them.

Both: 'Cause in the end of it all,

It's the path of honor,
Those duties we hold.
We must face them head on,
We must be bold.

It's our life's calling
To help our friends.
It's the path of honor,
Until the Isle's end.

Soon, they were walking around the forests. Hiccup took advantage of it and began practicing his agility and dexterity, by jumping over logs, swinging on tree branches, and ducking under bended trees. Stoick just watched him with a smile as he tried to keep up with him.

Hiccup: At times, it seems too much.

Stoick: You handle it all in stride.

Hiccup: I have to find it within me.

Stoick: It comes from deep inside.

Eventually, Stoick had caught up with his son, along with Toothless and Skullcrusher. The Chief reached into a saddlebag on his dragon and pulled out a sword. Hiccup paused for a moment to catch the sword that his father had tossed him. Stoick then got out his own sword from the sheath on his hip. Hiccup smirked as the two began to spar.

Hiccup: It's more than I expected,

Stoick: But still, sometimes it's fun.

After a few strikes and parries, Hiccup had disarmed Stoick, holding both swords in his hands up. Stoick gave him a satisfied smile, which his son returned. He really had come such a long way.

Hiccup: I try to do my best.

Stoick: And I am proud that you're my son.

The two of them put the swords away, and continued their walk around the island.

Both: It's the path of honor,
These duties we hold.
We must face them head on,
We must be bold.

It's our life's calling
To help our friends.
It's the path of honor,
Until the Isle's end.

A few minutes later, Hiccup stopped at a particular cliff, where the sight of the village was down below and the view of the ocean was breathtaking. Stoick remembered that spot. He would come here many times to look for Hiccup and his two best friends when the three of them were young tykes.

Hiccup: I never thought I'd be a hero.

Stoick: I had doubts about being the chief.

Hiccup: And yet, we've both embraced our roles.

Stoick: That's part of what we bring.

Both: What we bring!

The two of them then stood on the cliff's edge, feeling the wind hit their faces.

It's the path of honor,
These duties we hold.
We must face them head on,
We must be bold.

It's our life's calling
To help our friends.
It's the path of honor,

It's the path of honor,
Until the Isle's end.
Until the Isle's end!

Stoick once more placed a hand on Hiccup's shoulder. The younger man beamed up at his father. The two didn't say anything, but they didn't mind. They just enjoyed the moment they were sharing, since soon, Hiccup would return with Snotlout back to Dragon's Edge to keep exploring and helping dragons.

A/N: Aww, I wished I could have saved this for Father's Day. But it's way too far off, so, I guess I could just read this chapter for when Father's Day arrived.

A quick thanks to Musical Ninja, who had requested this song. I love it! When I heard this song last summer, I loved it! So I was excited to work on this. The song is "The Path of Honor" from "The Lion Guard, a duet between Kion and his father, Simba. I don't own the song in any way or form, though. All credit goes to their rightful owners.

Okay, now that Valentine's Day is right around the corner, which is this coming Wednesday, I really would like some love song suggestions for when the holiday arrives. Remember, just a sweet little love song, and it can be for either Hiccstrid, my OC shipping (Ragnar x Juno), or both if you want. I need some suggestions quick, please.

Until then, I'll see y'all! Please leave a review about what you think, or if you have a request. No guarantees if I'll do them, though.

Got to fly! ;)