Epilogue

Hiccup and Astrid finished their night flight with Toothless with a nice glide over Berk. They landed just before the Hofferson's House, Astrid giving her Champion a warm embrace and lingering kiss, which Hiccup gladly returned, taking her into his arms.

'Oi, yer two, get a room, or show some decency will yer.' They both look at Gobber and stood silent for a moment.

'Gobber, go to bed,' Hiccup ordered smugly, Gobber made a start to protest, stopped and hobbled to his workshop, grumbling to himself. Hiccup turned back to Astrid, who had a grin plastered on her face.

'Nice going, Champion,'

'Thank you, Milady,' he responded with a peck on her lips.

They remained there a few more minutes, until Astrid finally went into her house, giving him a smile and a wave. Hiccup returned the gesture before she disappeared behind her door. He remained there for a moment before he and his Night Fury made their way towards the Haddock Household.

Hiccup placed his Thawfest medal in his little hovel of souvenirs, including the blue quill from Hamish the First's treasure hoard, and his helmet. He poured himself a mug of ale from one of the tankards he had received in honour of winning Thawfest. He then walked over to his desk where his journal lay, picked up another quill and dipped it in ink. He drew a picture of his Night Fury sleeping on his rock and began to chronicle the events surrounding the Thawfest Games. After two hours of writing, he came to the end and decided to write a memorable conclusion.

So I was able to prove to an island full of boar-headed, stubborn Vikings, that you are able to win Thawfest and still remain an honourable contender. I'm glad it all happen, like it was meant to happen. I won Thawfest, the first Haddock in a considerable amount of time. I was able to win with honour, mend my friendship with Snotlout, beating him in armed combat, and then making amends with him for the future. During the last few days, I had grown closer to everyone, the other Riders, my Dad, especially Astrid. I know I could not have done the deeds of the past few days if it had not been for Toothless. His friendship and support showed me I could do anything if I put my mind to it.

I have my family and friends, and we have our Dragons and one another. I don't know what the future holds for Berk and its population of Vikings and Dragons. What is yet to happen and what could happen to us all. Times will be exciting and times will be hard. But I wouldn't trade it for the world. Would you ?

Hope you have enjoyed this story. I have decided to incorporate this stories events into my future stories, as if it really happened. Look out for my other HTTYD stories, Happy Birthday Dad and Welcome to Outcast Island. Hope you enjoy them too. Thanks again for your reviews and support :)