That smile didn't escape Astrid's gaze as she watched Hiccup throw himself over and over against the mattress. There. She knew it was fun in general and it wasn't just her riding out the high of her excitement.

He was almost there, but not quite there yet.

"Here." She offered him her hand, wanting him to stand atop the bed just as she was. "Try it standing. It's a lot better, trust me."