Merlin's Destiny
Prologue
Uther stared at the young raven-haired beauty, who had just saved his son's life. The young, raven-haired, girl/woman whose beauty surpasses all others, even his young ward- the Lady Morgana. This young raven-haired beauty's stubbornness is clearly more than a match for Arthur's, his son. Not to mention her wits. Which is not a surprise due to the fact that she is Gaius's niece. The fact that she is modest is an excellent addition, especially considering the fact that she kept trying to prevent him from giving her a reward.
Yes, she will be an excellent wife and queen for Arthur, thought Uther. She will make Arthur become a great King. But first to get them to fall in love. And make sure that no one would have any objections to their union.
Then it hit him.
And with a smirk, Uther proclaimed, "As a reward for saving my son's life I name you, Merlin, as the new Grand Duchess of Cornwall!"
After a mere moment of silence cheering was heard throughout the Great Hall. Every noble, courtier, knight, guard, and servant cheered at their king's proclamation.
At long last the Grand Duchy of Cornwall has been revived. At long last the Grand Duchy of Cornwall has a ruler. And this time there will be no doubt that the new Grand Duchess would ensure the bloodline of the House of Cornwall can continue on, for she is obviously of the perfect age to conceive and give birth to many children. The fact that she is quite beautiful is an excellent point in her favor.
Especially for several of the noblemen who had began to mentally form plans to court her, to possess her, to marry her, for they had desired her ever since they first caught sight of her during her errands for Gaius after she first arrived in Camelot. The only ones who were not celebrating were Arthur and Merlin. Arthur because he was too busy making sure Merlin was alright. Merlin because she had fainted at Uther's proclamation. Fainted right into Arthur's arms.
Yes everything is coming into play, thought Uther at the sight Arthur and Merlin had made. Soon my dear Ygraine. Soon Arthur will have everything and everyone he will need in his journey to become the man and king we know he can become. With Merlin by his side there is nothing he can't do. Not to mention the beautiful grandchildren they will give us.