Hiccupa/Dagur POV: (This might be confusing I am going to flip-flip between 2 points of views)

It was another evening, all in all a nearly two weeks since I had left Berk. Why I left Berk? the details were fuzzy I only know I am here with my friend Dagur. Also, it has been several days since I had been attacked.I have an even greater distrust of the Berserker warriors now after the incident. I am healing and in less pain but mentally I am a wreck and anxious about being left alone not that I am. Dagur insisted that if he was not near me I had to have at least two women near me at all times. He had found the warrior women of Berserk to stand guard at my door and escort me when I became better for when I would visit the gronckle. Thankfully it was usually Heather who I could talk to I was growing accustomed to Ingrid and the others just a means to an end.

I missed my solitude, my privacy, my independence, my home, my friends, my father, Ash, and Toothless. I don't know why I left Toothless behind maybe because Berserk wasn't quite dragon friendly yet. Still it would be easier knowing he was with me it's hard sleeping without him in the same room as me. Maybe if Toothless had been here I would not have been attacked.

I heard there was word from Berk and I was looking forward to meeting with Dagur this evening. Dagur has been a man of his word and being respectful since we are friends now I have been giving him hugs and nothing more. I'm forgetting why I had a distrust of Dagur.  I have been spending more time with him and yet there are times when I feel stronger feelings for him but I try to fight them for Ash. I'm finding it hard though with Ash so far away.

Tonight will begin Hiccupa not to trust Ash or her father as much any more I have been subtly hinting for awhile now. It is important I start as soon as possible when she told me she was engaged I had to hold back after all I remember it is easier to break an engagement than a marriage. The potion is working she is more affectionate I can see a certain look in her eye. The attack she went through was a terrible thing and I wish she never had to endure it however it has been to my advantage. She trusts me even more.

I have a letter from Chief Stoick of Berk and another which I had my forger create just for this purpose. Even if they stop my plans what will they do if she distrusts them and she loves me now I wonder smiling.

It is evening and I had made special preparations for tonight flowers were brought in, a tablecloth, and the good serving pieces were put out. The food were items I learned that Hiccupa enjoyed since she has been here. I stir the potion so it is ready for her two weeks down two more to go I think to myself. This will only make her more susceptible to my plans.

The door opens and in she comes escorted by my sister who discreetly makes herself scarce. I look at her and sigh she really is beautiful and will soon be mine.

"Good evening Hiccupa" I tell her offering my arm which she accepts now with a glimmer in her eye.

"Good evening Dagur" I tell him taking his arm.

He leads me to the table and I notice the flowers and special touches he helps me into a chair offering me a glass which I've grown accustomed to I automatically drink it. I feel myself become lucid as usual. Then we start to eat I have little appetite and pick at my food till we are finished. Then we gather around the fire which we do most every night.

"Hiccupa I have something to show you. You may or may not like it" Dagur told me removing the letter from his armor and then handing it to me "It might be easier if you simply read this though.

Dear Hiccupa

I have come to the decision that I must do what is best for Berk and my people. Forming a strong alliance with the Berserker's at this time would be a strong move to help protect not only Berk but also yourself. After all I won't always be here to protect you. The best way for this alliance to be formed is through your marriage to Chief Dagur the Deranged. He will take good care of you and as a result you can use your talents and knowledge to aid Berk. Your cousin Snotlout will step up as the rightful heir of Berk.

Your Father

Stoick the Vast

I read it in shock at least twice through "This..this can't be right. He always said I was heir and would be Chieftess. Why he even gave his blessing for Ash and I to be married how could he change his mind like this?" I said holding back my tears.

"Well, Hiccupa unfortunately these arrangements do fall apart and change when politically motivated" Dagur told her. "I do remember it was not that long ago when your own father distrusted you thought you were a failure, useless even. Even when you were a young child you were often left on your own and vulnerable. I also seem to recall you being disowned by him for befriending the nightfury. Your not being his daughter or part of the tribe even. Could be those feelings are still holding over ."

"I could have sworn we were finally past all that. My father and I have been getting along better than we have in years he allows me to run the dragon training academy. He is also training me to lead the village for when I take over from him some day." I told Dagur dejectedly.

"Don't you think you have forgotten the fact your father has never forgiven you for being born a girl either. If you were his son you wouldn't be in this situation at all. I have a sister even I know Stoick did a lousy job raising you. He wants a male heir so he chose your cousin instead. Face it Hiccupa to him your a disappointment and always have been your only use is as a bargaining chip." I told Hiccupa.

"But...But my sacrifice" I  said gesturing to my peg leg "I saved the entire village from the red death I brought the end to the raids and made peace between humans and vikings" I felt so dejected and betrayed by my own father.

Dagur looked at me sympathetically "Perhaps Berk does not honor their heroes if you were a Berserker you would be honored and respected. Not used as a bargaining chip to win favor with other tribes" he told me.

"I-I just don't understand I really thought he changed. I mean I knew he wanted a son and didn't know how to raise me but after what I did we had grown closer. This just doesn't make any sense" I said my voice breaking.

"Yes, I seem to remember that you were never quite what was desired. Your father obviously didn't know what he was doing or how to talk to you. I could tell. " I patted Hiccupa on the back sympathetically.

"What about Ash he will be so heartbroken?" Hiccupa said.

"Yes, Ash I don't recall him being around all that much for you either in the past nor the other teens of Berk you were always alone. Which made you an easy target for everyone to make fun of. Ash wasn't exactly jumping to your aid even though he is stronger and nobler than the others. Where was he anyway all those years? I would have been there for you if I wasn't here on Berserk. In fact didn't he threaten you a few times with that axe of his? He is quick to violence after all don't you think?" I added for good measure.

"No, Ash, no he couldn't have could he?" I said my mind recalling distant memories of Ash that were not very fond and in fact were rather terrible.Memories I thought I had forgotten but had lain dormant in the back of my mind because Ash had changed for me right? I felt so confused I could trust Dagur he was my friend he had saved me from harm and respected me and he was right about somethings.

"Hiccupa your the Chief's daughter think about it all he had to do was get in your good graces till you liked him enough. Then he asks you to marry him. Next thing you know he is the Chief of Berk and you will be too busy taking care of his children to mind Berk or train dragons. It's an obvious power grab for him" Dagur said.

"But, But Ash loves me we are partners and friends he would never do that" I said my tears flowing freely I collapse to my knees in defeat.

"Hiccupa if you didn't believe Ash was capable of such a thing you wouldn't be having this strong of a reaction now would you. I'm only telling you the truth because I don't want to see you get hurt. Better to learn the truth now then be stuck in an unhappy marriage for the rest of your life." I told her tilting her chin up and wiping her tears away.

She nodded her head "Sometimes I think your my only friend" she said voice trembling.

"I might also have an ulterior motive" I told her.

"What is that?" she said taken aback distrust growing in her eyes.

"Hiccupa I'm in love with you." I told her. "I only care for your happiness. I don't want to hold you back I want you to be a free spirit as you have always been. If you would give me your heart I would be the happiest man alive."

"I..I don't know if I can do that right now this is a lot to take in" she said looking at the ring on her finger and sighing.

"Of course I don't want to pressure you or force you I want you to come to that decision on your own. Take your time who do you want the most me or Ash? I will respect your answer either way. Ash...however I don't know what his reaction will be he can be pretty quick with that axe of his and prone to violence." I insinuated once again stroking Hiccupa's cheek tenderly.

"Dagur I...I have something I want to tell you too" I said hesitantly.

"What is it Hiccupa? go ahead take your time I'm patient" I told her part of me growing anxious with what she could possibly say.

"Well since we've been spending so much time together and you saved me from those men. You've been nothing but kind and attentive. I..think I..might be falling..in love..with.. you" I told Dagur hesitantly my eyes closing because I was nervous and shy.

"Hiccupa that is wonderful news" I said leaning in and I pressed my lips to hers I could feel her stiffen at first but she soon relaxed and began to reciprocate. Gods how I have missed her lips and now she is actually reciprocating back instead of me taking this is even better than before. I could stay like this for hours just us, she smells so good and her skin is so soft.

I'm kissing Dagur the Deranged it doesn't feel strange at all it feels..nice really. Surprisingly he has soft lips  and his beard isn't scratchy as I thought it would be. I can feel his hands on my back he has large, strong hands which can cause damage in battle as I have seen but have been nothing but gentle with me. I feel his tongue flick against my lips and slip inside my mouth causing me to gasp.

"Hiccupa" I moan in her ear pulling away and pulling her to me close. Finally she is closer to being mine and mine alone.