Silence (How To Train Your Dragon AU) (Hiccup x reader OC)

Chapter 7

Chapter 7

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Camicazi quickly warmed up to Harley, and was sad to say goodbye when we left for breakfast, leaving him gazing out the window with his stuffed dragon.

Breakfast was the same, but I was almost caught sneaking the food out. Astrid passed me a bottle of water, so Harley and I wouldn't get dehydrated, and I nodded in appreciation. They really have helped me keep Harley hidden and cared for. I couldn't be more grateful to have friends like them.

I snuck back to our rooms, welcoming the eager child. I made sure he ate, and that the bread rolls I took from each girl (those who knew Harley, of course) at dinner last night was in my bag, along with the bottled water Astrid gave us.

Harley squirmed in excitement when I slipped his socks and boots on. I pulled out my cloak, holding Harley close to use the cloak as extra cover. I peaked out of the hallway before slipping out.

I walked down the path to the stables, where I explored the night before to look for any exits. It was busy, but would have to do until I found another opening.

Keeping Harley still and quiet long enough to dart out unseen proved to be challenging, but we managed. I ran a few minutes before setting Harley down, letting him explore on his own while keeping an ear out for any guests.

I kept a close eye on the time, guiding Harley back in the direction of the castle as it neared lunchtime. He was unhappy when the castle came into view, especially when I scooped him back into my cloak and darted through the narrow window of opportunity while it lasted, glad I didn't have to wait.

I took off his shoes, despite his protests, so he wouldn't get mud on the sheets while I was away. I set him in front of the window, making sure it was locked, before dumping my bag and cloak and darting down to where class was being held.

My group always hung in the back, so it was easy to slip around the corner and pop in between Astrid and Kylie as we headed to lunch.

I did my best to draw no attention to myself as we walked passed Mrs. Manning, who always waited for the long line of girls to walk into the dinning hall before closing the door behind us.

"Have fun?" Heather asked.

I nodded, brightly, as we sat down with our lunch trays. Within seconds, I remembered I left my bag in the room and silently cursed myself.

"Here, use mine," Ruffnut offered, having already slipped her cookie into it.

I nodded my thanks, accepting the extra food for Harley whenever something was passed to my under the table. Lunch took longer than I wanted it to, and then I slipped off the back of the line again as they turned for the music rooms. I went straight to Harley.

He was excited to put his boots back on and sneak back into the forest. I didn't plan on going back until dinner- which was around dark, anyway- so I snacked on a roll, making sure Harley ate as he explored.

It was half an hour before he found a beautiful stream and a small waterfall. A cluster of rocks elevated at the top of the waterfall, a big dry spot with a perfect view for watching Harley splash around. I had pulled off his socks and boots and rolled up his loose pants as best I could, but he was still soaked in minutes.

I sat on the rock formation, listening to Harley's laughs and the moving water (at the perfect speed, not too hard for Harley and not too slow). Birds and other animals started to chirp again, realizing we posed no immediate threat. And the breeze kept me cool as I dipped my bare feet into the crystal clear water, letting it rush comfortably around my feet before following the downward flow of the waterfall.

I leaned back, letting the sunlight mix with the leaves, putting my in the combination of shade and light. I closed my eyes, keeping a careful ear on the energetic boy.

After an hour or two at play, he curled up beside me, using my cloak as something soft to rest on. I smiled, letting myself doze off.

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