Serendipity (Hiccup x reader)

Chapter 36

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(n.) state of extreme anxiety, distress

Hiccup's couldn't believe how close he was to losing you. If you were just an inch forward then you would be dead on the floor instead of in his hands. And then Hiccup's eyes widened ever so slightly when he became aware of what he's done. His hands were clutching your cheeks tenderly, as if afraid to ever let go. Hiccup had acted strongly on impulse, his first reaction was to make sure you were okay and that's when Hiccup realized how out of character that was for him. He sheepishly moved away his hands and cleared his throat.

You were still too dazed to even say anything. The only thing on your mind right now was how much you missed Hiccup's touch, how your face felt cold and empty without it.
Your heart was no longer pounding like you've ran a marathon, it was calm. Just staring at Hiccup's green eyes made you ten times safer.

"I, um... Hah, that was close." You chuckled nervously. You wanted to ease things up, but Hiccup's face remained thoughtful. He didn't look like he heard what you said, more so, he was probably too embarrassed to even think properly.

The sound of angry men searching outside brought Hiccup back to reality. It was becoming too dangerous to stay in the cave, but at the same time you couldn't get out because you'd be shot on sight. The only solution was to go deeper in the cave and pray to the gods that there will be an exit on the other side.

"We should go." Hiccup said rushing away as fast as possible, fleeing before things got even more awkward. You pursed your lips and boredly followed behind him. You took your time considering the Dragon Hungers haven't entered the cave yet.

Your footsteps echoed in the cave that grew darker and darker with each passing second. Before it got pitch black, you found a torch and Crystal lit it up. There weren't any bones or skeletons on the ground so that was a good sign. It meant that nothing was lurking in the distance... so far.

While walking you had the time to rethink why you were even stuck in this cave in the first place. Everything pointed to the trader.

"I swear to the gods, Johann is definitely working with the Dragon Hunters." You accused furiously. There was no other rational explanation. It was very suspicious how he was always at the wrong place at the wrong tine. How could he have possibly known about the Dragon Auction if he hadn't previously set it up with Viggo? Or why was he so caught up in returning his treasure chests that were worth nothing. It was an obvious trap and so was the last time.

"(Y/N), Johann has been Berk's close friend for more than eighteen years. He would never do that." Hiccup defended the trader as the two of you went further into the cave. You couldn't help but scoff.

"He's a trader Hiccup. The only thing they care about is money and Viggo is rich. So if you think about it, Viggo probably paid Johann to set us up so they can capture us." You countered determinedly, you've lost all trust for Johann and you weren't sure if you will ever regain it. Hiccup looked almost offended when you said that, how dare you suspect trader Johann to be a traitor.

"If that's the case then why doesn't Johann just tell Viggo where we are?" Hiccup challenged with a doubtful stare and for a second that made you ponder. Its easy as that, just tell Viggo where the Edge is and get it over with. So why does Johann play this game of chase?

"Well- Well... Well maybe they're planning to huh?"

"Sure and the earth is round."

"Maybe Viggo's fleet is gathering as we speak!"

"Look we'll talk about this later, now lets find a way to get out of here." Hiccup said exhaustedly and then mounted Toothless, probably intending to use his echolocation. It was much easier that way and you'd be able to leave faster. Which was great because you were starting to get anxious from the eerie silence.