This is a Merlin songfic I wrote, I've heard this song a few times and it always makes me think of Merlin and Arthur when I hear it so I had to write something based around it. I hope you guys enjoy and if you some other songs let me know and I'll see what I can do!
Song- King and Lionheart by: Of Monsters and Men**** Link- watch?v=A76a_LNIYwE
As always I sadly own nothing. If I did Merlin and Arthur would be living happily together in Camelot. But alas it cannot be. Sooo this is the next best thing.
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Merlin knew this was a bad idea, and he had no idea how he let them convince him otherwise. Sure since Arthur and the knights had come back they had adapted rather well to the new world they were thrown into a year ago. Merlin however had been very careful to keep them away from this part of his life. Sadly all things must come to an end.
Merlin walked from his bedroom toward the living room where everyone else had already gathered. As he stepped in he saw six sets of eyes immediately look at him in question. He held a hand up before they could speak, slinging his guitar onto his shoulder. "I agreed to bring you along to stop the begging. But first I'm laying down some ground rules. Rule one; we aren't talking about my clothes." He said gesturing to himself. While he had to admit it must be weird for them to see him in skinny jeans and leather, he did have an image. "Rule two; while I'm not saying you can't talk, just be careful. I really don't want to move because someone said something they shouldn't." He looked them all over watching for their accepting looks. "And finally rule three; how this goes tonight will decide if I ever let you come to a show again. Keep that in mind."
Once Merlin received mumbled agreements from the knights, and a scoff of disapproval from Arthur he was ready to go. He grabbed his keys and they started out the door and to his van. On the way there he felt Gwaine wrap an arm around his shoulders. "Now mate, I know you said not to ask about the clothes, but I have to know… Can I get some pants like that?" He asked laughing softly.
Merlin pushed him off with a snort and shook his head. "Get in the van Gwaine." He said rolling his eyes with a fond smile. The drive to the club was a quite one, but Merlin had expected this, knowing they were all trying to figure out exactly what they were going to see from Merlin today.
When they pulled up behind the back of the club Merlin climbed out first and grabbed his guitar, but before he could turn around and say anything to the knights he was practically tackled to the ground. The knights all rushed forward to help, but they stopped short at the familiar laugh that bubbled out. Merlin wrapped his arms around his "attacker" pulling him into a tight hug.
"Alex… It's been to long mate." Merlin said with a wide smile as he pulled back to look the man over. He was about a head taller than Merlin, but his build was about the same. He had short brown and a large doping smile.
"Merls, I've been good. James in the green room, we're both ready for the show. What about you, still fit your little arse into your skinnies?" Alex teased good naturedly.
"I don't know why don't you take a look?" Merlin teased shoving Alex before wrapping his arm around him and turning to the knights. "Guys this is Alex, he's one of my mates. Alex these are the knights; Gwaine, Percival, Leon, Lancelot, Elyan, and of course Arthur." He said motioning to each of them in turn, and while the knights all looked shocked, Alex just smiled.
"Nice to finally meet you, Merl used to get drunk and rambled bout you lot for hours. It was good to see him light up when you returned." He turned back to Merlin and ruffled his hair, "You take care of them I'll see you in there." He said before bounding through the door.
"How did he know about us Merlin?" Arthur asked while folding his arms. The other nodded in agreement wanting answers.
"They've been my mates for ten years. I wasn't going to keep this from them." Merlin ran a hand through his hair. "I owe them my life, and they've accepted me both the good and the bad. They're good men." He said firmly before looking at them. "Let's go."
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Arthur stood against the bar with his arms folded; he scanned the crowd before looking at the knights who were left out here with him. "I don't know if I trust these men to know our secrets. What if something goes wrong?" He questioned, loud enough for only his men to hear.
"I trust Merlin, and if he trusts them that's enough for me." Lancelot said firmly, Gwaine quickly voicing his agreement on the matter. "Merlin has always been a good judge of character, I can't imagine that changing."
"But why hasn't he told us of them?" Leon brought up. "If they're important enough to know of us; why didn't we know of them?" He questioned, shrugging when Arthur motioned his approval.
"He did say they saved him. Maybe he still has secrets from us." Elyan offered looking at the other faces around him. "He was alone for a long time, we can't expect everything to be perfect, even around a year." He reminded patiently.
"Well I for one am going to be having a long talk with him about this." Arthur said firmly, his next statement being cut off when a woman came onto stage.
"Alright now's the time you've all been waiting for! Everyone please put your hands together for the local favorite Dragon Knights!" The woman stepped off the stage as the people in the club started cheering.
The knights watched the stage intently as three men stepped out, all wearing similar clothes, but one very family face was wearing a Camelot red vest.
Merlin grabbed the mike a charming smile gracing his features. "How's everyone doing tonight?" He asked chuckling at the cheers that greeted him. "Most of you already know us but for those who don't, we are Dragon Knights, I am Emrys lead singer and rhythm guitarist. To my left is Dante, back up vocals and lead guitar. And behind us is Druid, he's our drummer. I'd ask for introductions from you… But I think you'd rather hear us play." He said smirking.
"We're going to start off with a fan favorite, so if you know it… Sing along." Merlin started tapping his foot slowly before Dante started playing.
Taking over this town, they should worry,
But these problems aside I think I taught you well.
That we won't run, and we won't run, and we won't run.
And in the winter night sky ships are sailing,
Looking down on these bright blue city lights.
And they won't wait, and they won't wait, and they won't wait.
We're here to stay, we're here to stay, we're here to stay.
The knights stared in shock, they had expected quite a few things, but even know none of them knew Merlin could actually sing.
Howling ghost they reappear
In mountains that are stacked with fear
But you're a king and I'm a lion-heart.
A lion-heart.
Merlin's eyes scanned the crowd until his eyes landed on the knights. But they only lingered for a moment before he locked gazes with Arthur. A small genuine smile graced his face and suddenly the knights knew just why he was singing this.
His crown lid up the way as we moved slowly
Pass the wondering eyes of the ones that were left behind.
Though far away, though far away, though far away
We're still the same, we're still the same, we're still the same
Merlin tore his eyes away to address the audience again, he moved across the stage bringing it over to Dante so the male could sing with him.
Howling ghost they reappear
In mountains that are stacked with fear
But you're a king and I'm a lion-heart.
And in the sea that's painted black,
Creatures lurk below the deck
But you're a king and I'm a lion-heart.
And as the world comes to an end
I'll be here to hold your hand
'Cause you're my king and I'm your lion-heart.
The music slowed and the lights dimmed. Once more Merlin eyes locked with Arthurs.
A lion-heart, a lion-heart, a lion-heart, a lion-heart
A lion-heart, a lion-heart, a lion-heart, a lion-heart
Merlin's eyes stayed locked this time, and an all too familiar smile graced his features as the light surrounded them again.
Howling ghost they reappear
In mountains that are stacked with fear
But you're a king and I'm a lion-heart.
And in the sea that's painted black,
Creatures lurk below the deck
But you're a king and I'm a lion-heart.
A lion-heart, a lion-heart, a lion-heart, a lion-heart
A lion-heart, a lion-heart, a lion-heart, a lion-heart.
The lights dimmed once more, completely blacking out the stage as the cheers started from the crowd. But as Merlin listen he could hear the very distinct sounds of his friends as they clapped, whistled and yelled. And he decided that maybe, just maybe, they could come back for another show.