universeofmuses:

Hiccup should have known, it had been a thing they were talking about for a while ever since he had this last scare with his father. “Its just, scared of when that day comes, because that will mean that my dad is too old. or worse.” he said rehashing what he had already said many times before, but as she talked he knew what was wrong with her now, “Hey, youre not useless, you are here for me more than you know. I know it doesn’t seem like much it but its more than I could ever ask for.” he told her quietly but honestly, “Astrid, I love you, and you do so much more for me than you realize, I couldnt do any of this without you.” he said as he gently put a hand on her shoulder, he wanted to hug her but he wasnt sure if she would be ok with that or not. 

She was surprised how quickly he jumped to cheer her up and point out how much he needed her. She rubbed her arm and sighed. Her body relaxing. Astrid’s eyes connected with his as he placed his hand on her shoulder and she reached over and pulled him into a deep hug. She nuzzled him. “I love you too Hiccup” She spoke against his shoulder. He was leaner then he used to be. Comforting. Warm. And hers. She thought to herself