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This party Sucks.....
Probably the fact that it was in a 'tavern' or that the theme was vikings meaning they all had to give away their phone at the entrance as not to spoil the aesthetic should have given away that the party was going to be excruciatingly dull.
Well ,he couldn't have avoided it. Not because it was the 'best party of the year' or 'an event of significance'-although it was in fact of great importance- ,but because his father-in-law was not only the host of today's soirée but also the brilliant mind that came up with the 'divergent' theme of the party .. .......or so does the articles say on social media.
The party itself was not half bad.The tavern looks pretty much realistic-his father-in-law must have been real stern about the accuracy of the decor.I mean the whole place is made entirely of wood . you name it: the cups ;wood ,the cutlery ;wood ,the floors ,the walls ,the tables ,the roof you guessed it wood.Not to mention the yellow light coming from not yellow light bulbs but Candles.
This entire place is inflammable with some alcohol and lit candles to go with it.
And he really didn't like to make public appearances especially when it comes to his husband's father.
Nonetheless ,there he was sitting by himself on the bar.his husband went away for a second and he found himself in an unbearable solitude.
He would never drink anything alcoholic in these types of events ,However his father-in-law was wise enough to decide that Vikings were above anything other than ale(Vikings for beer) and mead whatever that was.he was having non of it....... literally.
Well ,for some odd reason he found a pack of cigarettes right next to him on the bar.who could have left it ? And how on God dam earth did they confiscate phones and allow cigarettes? He is no viking expert but he is pretty sure they didn't smoke back then.............at least not tobacco ........from a box.
Well ,what the hell.his husband is running late and he is bored out of his mind.
he reached for the box.slipping one cigarette from it kinda clumsily.
The cigarette hadn't touched his lips for a moment and some random man politely offered a light.he saw it coming a mile away. It is always like this with a husband or not.
He was aware he looked quite exotic and consequently beautiful to everyone who saw him. He could feel the eyes on him. a snow white hair and gorgeous blue eyes on an omega is a dangerous combination and he knows it .
So you can imagine every time his cup is empty ,a hand holding a bottle pours him a new one full. Something fell from his pocket, someone calls for him giving it back with a telephonenumber attached.and having an unlit cigarette would result in a hand holding out a lighter or in this case a lit match.guess those are allowed in.
thank God this one was rational enough to use a match not some candle he stumbled upon.now that he thinks about it.that might have been a gamble a bad one .
He doesn't bother to thank the guy.
"Thank you for lighting my husband's cigarette, would you mind ? You are blocking the way to my seat next to him.",his husband says while being passive-aggressive. His husband is fairly acquainted with these kinds of incidents that does not mean they do not bother him.
The stranger alpha just smiled accepting defeat and excused himself. He was actually quite the gentleman who knew when to back off.but he still winked at jack as he backed off.
Doesn't matter.
His husband gave him a kiss on the head."sorry I am late ,honey. I met some old acquaintances on the way back.",hiccup explained as he made his way to his chair.
"Although It seems like you found a way to keep yourself occupied while I am gone."
Was he talking about the smoke? or perhaps he meant the stranger.
Judging by his gaze which was directed to the cigarette between two long pale fingers he was talking about the smoke.
Jack couldn't help but smirk at his husband.
He maintained eye contact with hiccup as he took his first drag from the cig before coughing frantically.
"Babe ,how many times do I have to tell you are no smoker. I mean I don't know where did this come from. cigarettes have been spawing around you all week and even now though they are not allowed due to the party theme.",hiccup cooed as he took the cigarette from jack and stubbing it out.
So they were not allowed.
"Honestly ,I thought you liked it when I smoke.I was told you found it attractive and I keep forgetting I really Can't smoke",he admitted as he accepted the cup of water offered by hiccup.
Thank God he only held the cigarette and did not inhale in front of that random guest.
"Honey,that's not true. I mean You are always going to look picturesque no matter what you do , however please, don't ever attempt to smoke once again , for me at that.",the man's response elicited a smile on the dazzling omega's lips and blood to flow to his cheeks giving a crimson blush to the pale white skin. Like a pair of adonis blooming on a snowy winter day.
He wanted to caress those lips with his own.he wanted to test if it would be contagious causing him to smile in return.So he did the minimum.he reached for his hand kissing the back of it. He kept holding it in his own as he did not want to let go.
"You're such a flirt.",jack said as smacked hiccup playfully on the shoulder.
Only if he knew how much praise he held within himself but couldn't say out loud not in public at least.
"Now ,tell me, who is the prevaricator with the malicious intent of deceiving my husband into lung diseases?",his husband gently questioned him.
"It was Heather who told me."
"That seems about right.she wanted you out of the picture. You probably don't know that but a lot of people would kill to be part of the haddock family.and that leaves you on the other end of killing as you occupy the only space they could try to achieve as his only son's beloved spouse."
Wow, he really did not examine the matter from that perspective.yeah his husband's family were filthy rich and kinda owned the city, but for God sake recommending smoking was an unforseen killing technique for assassination.
Perhaps his husband went overboard.he was being silly but it was hiccup being hiccup.
"So Could you please promise to pay her no mind and most preferably no one else. I am too young to become a widow plus I could never get over such an ineffable beauty of an omega"
Huh 'Ineffable' he said, his husband's always tried harder to impress him when he successfully pulled a reaction from himself.
Maybe it was that stranger earlier that aroused some.....possessiveness in him.
Overwhelming himself with compliments so he wouldn't seek another for it.Such a stupid idea. as if jack would humor another alpha.
believe him when he says he's had his fair share of admiration for as long as he remembers.
However, there's no way he would tell hiccup to stop, he never said he didn't like the praise coming from his alpha.in fact he should keep it coming.
"I promise.",he complied with his beloved simple request then he gulped what water remained in his cup.
"I can't find something to drink." 'This party sucks', jack didn't dare to say.
"What are you talking about you just had the most popular drink on earth", hiccup was aware of the narrow drinks options.
"Water",he simply stated the fact.
"Well ,I would like another one with some ice in it this time. Vikings had ice ,no? or did your dad forbid ice as well as everything else necessary for man's survival in this era?",he asked the bartender for another cup of iced water and whispered the last two sentence to the man he sat beside.
"I know you do not fancy this type of events ,but this could be a nice change. You know live in the moment trying something different."
He merely nodded as he caught the glass wooden cup of water slid across by the bartender. Ice cubes jiggling making a soft sound.
He sipped on the icy water as he listened to hiccup. He was right this was an experience he should enjoy.he likes to have fun.
It's just that he feels out of place.like everyone here is actually a viking and the tunic he wore didn't help him blend in. His husband especially who appeared in an elaborate outfit looked like he belonged here.
He looked good. While most of the outfits were made of wool or fur ,hiccup's sported garments consisting of leather of some sorts.The brown color complimenting his hair which had few braids in it if you looked close enough thankfully, he did not wear one of those funny helmets most considered necessary for a complete fit.he admired him in this light but that's something he'd keep for himself at the moment.
He is willing to share it with hiccup when they return home though.
Hmm....home.
It is kinda quiet nothing but some soft--as soft as Vikings music can get--music.the instruments used were familiar to what we can see nowadays except for one or two and it was made of--you guessed it-- Wood.
There looked like a lyre ,a flute ,a horn , a drum and three instruments with strings which he couldn't recognize at all.
They can leave. Honestly it's not that early.
If he proposed the idea ,he would probably be met with disapproval from hiccup.However ,with some persistence, he would succumb to his spouse's wish.
Yes, that was the perfect plan.
"Babe?",Jack tested the water.
"Yeah,honey",hiccup answered apparently in good mood.
'Bingo' ,Jack thought to himself.
"What do you think if we took ou......", Jack was promptly interrupted by a loud deep voice.
"There you are hiccup. How are you and Jack enjoying the feast?", he knew that voice and the colossal of a man it belonged to.'the feast' he just couldn't bring himself to call a party ,couldn't he?
"Dad, we were just talking about how realistic the interior design, food, music, and drinks are ,giving this authentic feeling. We are enjoying it just fine.I guess all the time and hard work you put into planning, monitoring, and execution really paid off"
WoW ,was hiccup in charge of the articles written about his father cause he's starting to sound like them a lot.
Anyhow jack was distracted by mourning their early departure-they would probably be responsible for the closing shift.his plan went down the drain.
He didn't notice hiccup turning his gaze towards himself hinting that it was his turn to speak.
"Honey, what do you think?",hiccup asked him and only then did he cease sulking about his shattered hopes of sneaking out.
"It’s amazing .we are really having great time.I guess the grind was worth it.and I must note how remarkably well-maintained it is.",jack said though he directed the last part to his husband as he would be the one to understand the underlying meaning of it.
"I am glad to hear it.",their host said with a hearty laugh.
His father-in-law was the epitome of a true viking warrior.Thus, it was no wonder that he was the mastermind behind tonight's theme and that his outfit fit him like a second skin. It was as if he returned to his natural habitat.
"Nonetheless, Stay tuned for the dance cause it is about to start.",his husband's father added as the music shifted slightly.
A dance ...... that doesn't sound so bad.
Jack loved dancing. He was into almost any kind: casual, disco, traditional ballroom, slow, tango, and even just dance.Although his just dance days were before he met hiccup.
It was nicer to have a partner to dance along with.
You, you can control your movements voluntarily, nothing but calculated and intentional plan.
Having someone to dance with is far fiery and exciting adding some spice of surprise.It converts the dull monologue into a dynamic conversation.Not to mention, it gives a sense of grounding be it via a grasp of the wrist or a hold on the waist .
whether you lean back feeling as if you're parallel to the floor or you gain much momentum you almost stray away ,you know a hand is going to pull you back into a tight embrace.
For him it has always been his hiccup.
However, he is not sure if he knows what kind of dancing were they planning on in today's event. A viking dance...?
Never seen it before.
That doesn't mean it would stop him though.
Funny enough he recognized the music played. they previou....
Always a step ahead ,hiccup came up to him cutting his trail of thoughts , "would you do me the honor of this dance?'.
"What's the rush for?"jack asked.
"Couldn't take any chances someone might beat me to asking you".
Come On, he was seated right next to him for God's sake!
"Aren't you just clever.Real smooth.",jack retorted taking the other's hand.
Dance floor was mildly crowded with people as most wanted to participate in the first song of many yet to come this evening.
It was a bit hectic frankly.
Most people weren't actually acquainted with this dance just enjoying themselves.However,it surprisingly felt right.As if every passing second he spent in this place was trying to deceive him into believing that this was no theme party but rather the real deal.the vividness of it was getting to him.
Snapping back to the dance.
He was half crouching straightening up gradually with each time he clapped with the beat simultaneously as hiccup's movements mirrored his own,they encircled one another.
Intertwining their arms at the elbow, they completed two round around each other.breaking point of connection only to tangle their other arms to do another two in the opposite direction.
GOD,This dance is silly.However,he kinda likes it for a reason.
To finish it hiccup has to get down on his knee and jack takes seat on his bent leg.
Say no more he goes through this specific dance for this exact moment.
Few seconds after the music ceased, all the guests-participated in the dance or simply observed-erupted with enthusiastic cheers and laughter and Jack agreed with them as it was quite energetic and left him aware of the movement of the blood within his vessels and how warm it felt.
He was pulled suddenly by his arm and got dragged outside by his husband.
"What about the party?Your dad might worry.",jack asked as he adjusted his scarf although he did desire to leave, dancing was not unpleasant.they could've danced a couple more songs then took their leave after informing his father-in-law.
"Don't worry about it.I just felt like retiring early for the night would do us some good.",hiccup explained as he guided them back home.
The walk was incredibly short as the party was just adjacent to their skyscraper.
"But maybe you're right.my dad might get upset about it. I guess the only way to make amends is to fulfill his dream of having grandkids tonight.",said as they were about to enter the elevator.
'Just kidding' hiccup was about to say. He already told his father that they were leaving beforehand.he liked to tease his husband about having kids cause Jack would always get flustered whenever it was mentioned.he was personally pretty neutral about it.it will happen when it happens and he will be more than happy to raise them with jack.every day was already a blessing with his beloved.so they are going to be happy and if they are blessed with children, they will be happy, with children.
That didn't mean they couldn't spend time together when they reach their floor.
"We are already giving him some.",jack said coincidentally as hiccup pressed the botton to their floor.
"What?",hiccup awoke from his stupor as the door to the elevator closed.
"What I meant to say is...I think so....I have notice these changes.. I brushed it off....but now that you've mentioned it....I think I am...I think I am.",jack elaborated with pink-dusted cheeks flusteredly except for the last sentence which he stated looking him directly in the eye.
Perhaps he lied when he said that he was neutral about it because there's no word to describe how happy he was right now.
"Honey, this is great news!",hiccup exclaimed taking hold of jack and spinning around.
"I said 'I think so'.It's not confirmed yet!",he yelled at him but still held onto him for dear life.
"I am so happy.",he said as he slowed down and merely embraced his spouse gently.
"Really?Just a simple 'happy'?thought you'd grab your dictionary and pick something like 'overjoyed' or 'over the moon'.",jack mocked.
"Naah, I'm happy.",hiccup continued to embrace jack and proceeded to make his way to the apartment after the elevator's door were open with a ding indicating their arrival.
"Hiccup?"
"Yeah?"
"When are you going to let me down?"
"I am not sure, but it won't be soon."
"Well, take me to the bathroom."
"What?you need to go like right now.I thought urgency was in more advanced trimesters.",hiccup teased.
"Very funny.It’s not like that. I wanna take a pregnancy test."
"We have a pregnancy test?"
"Yeah, I use one every time after my heat ends."
"Okay,Let's go.",hiccups marched his their way into the bathroom.
"No way.",Jack firmly refused.
"It’s fine, just do it.",hiccup reassured him.
"I won't take it with you in here,Get out.",his omega demanded leaving him no room for compromise so he left, standing outside the door to the bathroom in the hallway.
Nothing but him and his thoughts for now.
Now that he thinks about it. Did jack try and pick up smoking just as he became pregnant!!?
What rotten luck.
Thankfully he didn't get more than three huffs of cigarettes in total.
........It's gonna be fine.
Just then did he feel something rubbing against his legs.
As he glanced down he was met with nothing but a furry green-eyed black void.
It was toothless head bunting him.
"Hey there buddy.",he greeted him crouching down patting his head.his friend answering him with a meow.
"Have you been napping before we arrived?did we you wake up?.",he bonded with him further.
At the end of the hallway, a bright white figure was visible.half-sitting half-standing in that way that cats do. Looking like a true tyrant,Luna monitored them with an icy stare through those azure eyes colder than the snow falling outside.
They never got along, however, it was never about him to form a connection with the snowy monarch. Toothless had been more lonely than ever.So a friend was introduced and fortunately they hit it off..... eventually.
Abandoning him after greeting him, toothless strided towards fluffy devil licking her face before sitting next to her.
Observing them two cats, they had this uncanny resemblance to the other couple in this apartment which gave him chills.
Better stop thinking about it.