A Fight To Remember

A.N Set after episode 10, when Merlin and Arthur save Ealdor.

A.N: This is my first fic, please tell me where I could improve and if you like it :) (Sorry about the spelling!!)

Merlin POV

"Merlin?"

I jumped, turning to see Gwen and Morgana on the doorway. I attemted to smile, seeing the worry in their eyes.

"Oh, hi Morgana, Gwen."

Gwen seemed subdued, and I could see why. There was too much death that day, and there were too many bodies to be buried and burnt.

"Merlin, are you okay?" Morgana said, obviously worried about me.

I nodded, not trusting my voice.

"I need to go find my mother, sorry." I said, my voice breaking as I half ran out of the house, towards the woods. Once I got into the woods, I slowed down, looking for my old childhood getaway. By the time I got there, it was getting dark. Oh, well. I'll go back in the morning. It'll give me time to think about—

"Merlin? Are you okay?" I closed my eyes briefly, knowing that voice better than any other. I turned, tears in my eyes.

"Merlin, I'm so sorry!" Arthur said, walking towards me. I turned away, unable to face Arthur, not now.

"How did you find me?"

I asked, my voice breaking. I'd been through too much that day; I couldn't keep my pretence up if I had to look him in the eyes. I jumped when his voice came from right behind me.

"Merlin, please look at me"

He said, sadness in his voice. Fine I thought, turning to look him in the eye. I swallowed, trying to calm my hyperventilating breath, but failing, and wishing Arthur would say something.

"Oh, Merlin…"

Arthur said, leaning towards me. I froze in shock, as his lips lightly brushed mine.

Arthur POV

I did it. I finally did it! I'd wanted to kiss Merlin since I'd first me him, but I was too worried that he wouldn't feel the same, but after seeing the terror that he had to go through during the battle, and having to see Will die, I must couldn't stop myself. I followed him after he fled into the woods, and saw just how much the battle had hurt him. I was shocked when he kissed me back, but it gave me more courage, so I pushed my tongue against his lips lightly, asking for an entrance. He opened his mouth, and I was in heaven. Our tongues battled, while our hands explored each other's bodies. I slid my hands up Merlin's tunic to feel his hair-less chest, making Merlin moan ever so slightly. I grinned, before remembering that Gwen and Morgana would be looking for us soon. We'll have to do this again sometime. I thought, before slowly pulling away from Merlin.

"Come on Merlin, We'd better go before anyone comes looking for us."

There were giggles from behind us, and Morgana walked out of the bushes, followed by Gwen. Both were in hysterics.

Morgana POV

OMG!! I knew Arthur never really took a fancy t all the well-dressed royal women who always came to Camelot, but I never thought he was GAY!!

"Morgana, how long have you been spying on us?"

I heard Arthur say, obviously embarrassed.

"Long enough! Imagine, the crown prince of Camelot, in love with his manservant! –No offence Merlin- Oh, how will Uther react to this!?"

"MORGANA!"

I heard Arthur yell behind me, as Iran back towards the town, still laughing. Huienth walked up to me, -with Gwen next to me, both laughing- Looking at us like we were mad.

"Sorry, Huienth, but I think your son's in love, and not with a woman."

I said, hoping she didn't mind.

"Oh, I know. He's been in love with Arthur since he met him. Does Arthur love Merlin back though?" I grimaced, nodding.

"From what we saw out there, yes. I'm scarred for life." I said, meaning it. Gwen started laughing, and even Huienth chuckled a little. I smiled

"Don't worry about Merlin, he'll recover from the things he saw today."

Arthur POV

I smiled at Merlin, happy that I had finally acted on my emotions.

"I love you Merlin."

"I love you too Arthur."

We smiled, before starting to walk back towards Ealdor, both looking solemn. The town wouldn't like the idea of us walking into the village looking like Christmas had come early. Huienth rushed forwards to hug Merlin, who smiled at her.

"Mother, don't worry I'm okay."

"I know, Merlin. Gwen and Morgana told me"

Huienth whispered the last part, as Gwen and Morgana appeared. Morgana was grinning like a child who knew a huge secret. Well, she does. I thought, sighing.

"Aw, Arthur, don't be so miserable. You're only going to be my slave for life. I wonder just what Uther would do if he found out about you two?"

I glared at her, unable to believe that she would tell my father.

"Morgana, please say you're not going to tell him. You know he'd have Merlin executed on the spot!"

Morgana smiled at me, looking kind for once.

"I know he would Arthur, and of course I wouldn't tell him!"

Morgana said, gasping.

Arthur, can I talk to you for a minute please?"

Merlin interrupted, looking nervous. I smiled reassuringly,

"Sure Merlin." I said, smiling, walking towards the door.

Merlin POV

I was finally going to tell him about my magic. He'd said he loved me, and now I was going to test that in the most extreme was possible. I was nervous after the way he'd reacted to the wind I'd conjured up to help over throw the soldiers who were attacking the village, but I hoped that he'd trust me and not hand me over to Uther.

I followed Arthur into the woods, before stopping.

"Arthur, you know what I said earlier? Before the battle when I asked you not to think any differently about me."

I started, not knowing how to say this.

Arthur frowned, but nodded.

"What is it Merlin?"

He asked, looking curious and concerned.

"Well… I was the one who made that wind. Will told you it was him because he knew what could happen to me if you found out it was me."

I admitted, sighing when the doubt spread across his features. I sighed; I'll have to show him then. I was worried this would happen. I closed my eyes, concentrating on light, and released some of my magic, opening my eyes so Arthur could see them glow gold, as a glowing light surrounded us.

Arthur stepped backwards, shocked.