Elizabeth Madison Swan

Chapter 1

Me: Well welcome to a new fanfic story of Merlin! I couldn't help myself I just am being brought into so many fandoms right now. No seriously I blame it on my sister.

Arthur: Who are you? Why am I here?

Me: *laughs slightly* Uh... i sort of kidnapped you...

Merlin: I guess that goes the same for me then.

Arthur: Why on earth did you do that! I am Prince Arthur! I demand you to send me back right away!

Me: *ignores Arthur and runs over to Merlin and bear hugs him* MERLIN! You are amazing! It is still a mystery as to why you are here, anyways I don't own you but the BBC does and legends as well! Oh young warlock!

I walked around the town, little children waving at me as I passed them. How could they always be so cheery even at the darkest times I wonder? I could not really wonder how they get their energy, as it seemed I had very much more than them. Adults worked with others or alone while other adults were walking. I wondered what was going through people's lives, if I could help them. I had no one when I was little and probably made a mistake by running off when my family was murdered. I was a coward; she fled and threw away a life I could have had. I hope Merlin understood me; I did not want to be hated for my stupid mistakes.

I have onyx ebony hair that was curly, coming just below my backside. My crystal sapphire icy blue eyes full of life, enjoyment, and care. I have plum cream lips that had never been touched by what women wear to make them pretty. My skin is pale, yet you can tell it was a skin colour. My clothes were very fitting, giving the impression that I was mature and elegant. I had a green long sleeved top on with another top that was a white creamy colour; the arms of it get wider nearer to my fingers. I had green straps that lay comfortably on my shoulders, it following underneath my chest. I had a long green dress that was not puffy at all it covered my green shoes.

I went into the library to read some old legends about mythical creatures. They seemed so exciting and breathe taking. Personally, I would not like to be in the presence of one if it were to be any harm. It had gotten into the day when I heard trumpets playing. I nodded to the librarian who was a friend of mine, then walked out into the square of the event. Drums were beating, people whispering, people gathering around the scene. I hated this, the punishments. In addition, I do not have any clue how it should been properly done. The person was brought onto the wooden plank with two knights holding securely onto either of his arms. I decided to be near the door to Gaius's home, or rather near the outside of the building where he was.

"Let this serve as a lesson to all." King Uther began; he was wearing his usual clothing when he was in public or when she ever talked with him. He continued his speech "This man, Thomas James Collins, is adjudged guilty of conspiring to use enchantments and magic. And pursuant to the Laws of Camelot, I, Uther Pendragon, have decreed that such practice is banned on penalty of death. I pride myself as a fair and just king. But for the crime of sorcery, there is but one sentence I can pass." He then nodded, everyone turning his or her heads to the man. They put his head on the tree trunk, raising the axe then chopping the man's head off. Everyone looked away, not wanting to see the mess. I started to walk into the one place I could keep a fond memory of. I walked into the room. Smiling slightly I then frowned as I heard a woman crying over her son's death.

"Greetings Gaius, how are you?" I greeted kindly, my smooth calm voice filling the silence.

"Hello Elizabeth, I am fine thank you, how about yourself?" I nodded kindly then went up to the books next to the man. He had old wrinkles with grey hair. His clothing was nothing special; she wondered why she had such fine clothes from Morgana. Morgana was like a sister to her and the King's ward so she guessed that was the reason. Suddenly, there was a knock at the door and a small 'hello'. She quickly climbed down and done something with chemicals. She was just finishing some medicine for Morgana. I was in a part where you couldn't see me if you walked around the room. However if you knew where to look you could spot me. I heard another hello this time louder. I didn't bother to see who it was as Gaius was here and I was doing Lady Morgana's medicine.

"Gaius?" a male's voice said more clearly and loud, he then cleared his voice. Gaius looked around to see who it was but I didn't pay attention still. I only looked up when Gaius was falling from the top part.

"Gaius!" I shouted not very loudly, as I did not have a very loud voice. He seemed to go slow motions and his bed move under him. Her eyes became wide as he fell onto the bed. I ran over to him, making sure he was okay.

"What the…? What did you just do?" he exclaimed. That was when I looked at the person that had entered Gaius's house; I had a jolt of daja-vu. He looked so familiar yet not. He had scruffy coal black hair, the same sapphire blue eyes as me, and a brown jacket with a red type scarf. In addition, a pretty shade of blue, some brown trousers; I was left to wonder why he felt so familiar.

"Umm…." He looked around to avoid our gazes.

"Tell me." Gaius demanded.

"Well, er… I have no idea what happened." Liar, whoever he was he was rubbish at lying. Gaius looked around with his mouth open.

"If anyone had seen that…"

"No, that was nothing to do with me." He lied again, I sighed.

"It defiantly wasn't me, and by the way you are a terrible liar." I murmured, hoping they heard. Gaius turned back to this boy whoever he was. It seemed they knew each other somehow.

"I know what it was! I just want to know where you leant it!" Gaius informed him; I nodded in agreement, just finishing the last touches of the medicine.

"How do you know magic?" I asked, smiling as I knew Gaius was about to say the same.

"I don't" No, of course you don't. However… no that is impossible. That was a very tedious assumption.

"Where did you study?" Gaius knew as well as I this boy knew magic. "Answer me!"

"I've never studied or been taught." He stuttered, it made me somewhat annoyed, he was new she knew that much. Maybe he is frightened of being punished like the man not so long ago.

Gaius stepped closer "Are you lying to me boy?"

"What do you want me to say?" He was defiantly frightened. She gave a reassuring smile to him.

"The truth." Gaius stated.

The boy spread his arms out slightly. "I was born like this." My eyes went wide once more. It couldn't be him. It just couldn't!

"That's impossible." I murmured, trying to see what he would say. They both looked to the ground then back at each other.

"Who are you?" Gaius questioned, my heart paused for a quick moment. The boy quickly took off his bag.

"Oh… um I have this letter." He replied, searching through the bag. He then handed him the letter. I walked up next to Gaius, curious.

"I don't have my glasses." He exclaimed I smiled at him the boy was staring at Gaius.

"I'm Merlin." I stopped my breathing, my eyes going once more wide. It couldn't be!

"Hunith's son?" I looked at Gaius, wondering how he knew her. I secretly wanted it to be a yes but I desperately didn't. Merlin began to smile.

"Yes." I looked at him.

"Really…" I whispered to myself so no one could hear. This could not be happening to me now. It isn't right. Why would Merlin be here now?

"But you're not meant to be here till Wednesday!" He answered. I gave him an odd look.

"Um.." I tried, not really wanting to.

"It is Wednesday." Me and Merlin said in unison. I looked at him; we used to do that all the time when we were children. It made me wonder if he recognises me.

"Ah. Right then." Gaius seemed calmer he pointed to the other room. "You better put your bag in there." I walked over to the door and opened it. Merlin turned around to Gaius.

"You won't say anything about that…" Referring to the incident earlier, I nodded at him.

"No." We vowed at the same time. "Though Merlin. I should say thank you." I opened the door and stood by it. I nodded at him then walked off to talk to Gaius. When he closed the door, I handed him the medicine and smiled.

Light spat through the window. I sat up looking around. I had a wash when I came home the night before so I brushed my hair and got dressed. Today I had my usual red and white clothing. It was more suitable for someone like me. I walked over to Gaius's house. I was to have some food there as Gaius insisted. I knocked on the door and heard a voice to say I was allowed in. I smiled slightly. "Good morning Gaius, Merlin. I hope you had a pleasant sleep." I said kindly, sitting opposite to Merlin. I smiled kindly at Gaius. "Do not worry I had some breakfast on the way as one of the little children gave me some." I lied they seemed to take it. Merlin slopped the substance that was somehow called food into his bowl. Gaius knocked the bucket over; Merlin stopped it with his magic. Gaius and I gasped.

"How did you do that?" He asked. Merlin dropped the bucket full of water to the floor making a puddle. I walked over to the broomstick to wash the mess up but Merlin beat me to it. I didn't really listen to them until a while later. "You can help me with until I find you some paid work." Gaius grabbed something in his hands it looked like medicine. "Here- some hollyhock and feverfew for Lady Percival and this are for sir Olwain." He put the things on the table. "He's as blind as a weevil, so warn him to not take it all at once." He ordered Merlin. Gaius then gave him a sandwich.

"Is it okay if I accompany you Merlin? If it is okay with you as well Gaius." I questioned, not wanting to really be in the same room all day and I needed to talk with him. Merlin looked at me with a smile from the sandwich and nodded. Gaius sighed. "Off you go." I smiled and said thank you. We walked out of the door. Well I did whilst Merlin was warned about magic.

We walked for a little while before I decided to speak. "I never told you my name did I? I am Elizabeth Madison Swan." I smiled at him as he came to look at me. I nodded at him.

"You are Lizzie? Whatever happened, I thought you were dead!" He claimed in realisation. I smiled sadly at him, my gaze turning to the ground.

"I ran away, I did leave a note. I would have thought you would have found it." I shrugged; he then hugged me. I went stiff as it was unexpected, he went to pull away but I then returned the hug. I leaned my head on his shoulder, as he was a head taller than I was. He pulled away and I really did not want to stop the hug. I ignored my feelings towards my friend and pulled away as well.

"You have changed a lot since we were children. By the way, we found no note." I laughed slightly and nodded as we started to walk again. I was troubled by the fact that they didn't find the note. It made me wonder who found it or what made it go. We walked onwards until we found the room for sir Olwain or whatever he was named. Merlin knocked on the door a few times, finishing the sandwich. An old man answered it.

"Um… we brought you your medicine." Merlin said and handed the medicine over to him. He had it all in one gulp; Merlin tried to say that he was not supposed to do that but failed. I smiled awkwardly at the scene. We stared at him. "I am sure it's fine." The man nodded. We walked off quickly walking into another area I could hear Arthur talking. I sighed, if only if he wasn't arrogant then he would be okay.

"Where's the target?" I guess he was showing off again. I looked at Merlin slightly, hoping he wouldn't do anything stupid.

"There, sire?" The servant answered.

"That's right in the sun." He commented.

"It's not that bright." The servant said I felt sorry for him.

"A bit like you then." I growled slightly under my breath, not everyone who wasn't high in rank was stupid. Arthur was smiling, Merlin and I watch the scene, I tried to push him to make him walk but he didn't.

"Put the target on the other side then, sir?" His voice sounded different for an odd reason…

Arthur threw some knifes at the target, making his servant move more. After a few hits the target came rolling to us. Merlin put his foot on it.

"Merlin!" I hiss quietly under my breath for him to hear. He looked at me and gave me a look I knew that I couldn't stop so I stepped away a bit and looked to the ground. Merlin was an idiot at times.

"Hey, come on that's enough." He said, smiling. The fool had not one bit of a clue who he was did he?

"What?" Arthur began to walk to him.

"You have had your fun my friend." I snorted slightly at that.

"Do I know you?" He walked closer, I didn't like where this was going.

"Arthur… come on he is new." I murmured, he didn't seem to hear me.

"Um… I'm Merlin." He put his hand out but Arthur did no such effort.

"Then I don't know you."

"No."

"Yet you called me friend." He said it as if he was the greatest and most powerful. Well I guess he will be once Uther dies…

"That was my mistake." I wanted to crawl into the ground and hide I didn't want to watch this stupidity.

"Yeah…"

"I'd never have a friend who could be such an arse." Merlin should really stop now I shuffled my feet.

Arthur laughed. "Or I for one who could be so stupid." I wondered what he had against stupid people. "Tell me Merlin, do you know how to walk on your knees?" I looked at them then turned away. What idiots, I wondered why I hadn't already walked off. "Would you like me to show you?" He questioned teasingly.

"I wouldn't if I were you." I looked at him with a worried expression, what was he doing!

Arthur seemed amused by this though. "Oh yeah and what are you going to do?" I ignored the rest until Merlin tried to punch Arthur but failed and was in an arm lock.

"Who are you the king?" Merlin dared.

"No, I am his son, Arthur." I looked at Merlin and nodded to tell I will get help.

I walked back to Gaius and told him everything; he told me he would do something. I nodded and went back home to sleep. When it was morning, I rushed off to Gaius. We went and managed to pull a few strings for Merlin. I was so throwing some fruit at him! We walked on him with his but in the air. I coughed rather loudly.

"Merlin." Gaius said. Merlin got up. "You never cease to amaze me!"

"Us…" I added, looking annoyed or at least as much as I could look. Not very much of a threat.

"The one thing for someone like you should keep your head down, and what do you do?" he continued. "You behave like an idiot."

"I'm sorry." Merlin apologized.

"Yes so you shall be, you are so lucky to have us!" I added, maybe he would listen to me next time. That will be never though.

"We pulled a few strings to get you released." Gaius continued. Merlin grinned.

"Oh thank you, thank you!" Gaius obviously didn't approve but I was laughing. "I won't forget this."

"Well, there is a small price to pay." I grinned at that.

Merlin was paying his price that made me laugh slightly. I knocked on the door. I heard someone say I was allowed in. I walked in and bowed slightly. I smiled at Lady Morgana. "Hello Lady Morgana. How are you feeling?" I greeted curtly.

"Hello Elizabeth I am very well thank you how about you?" She replied I smiled kindly.

"Very well thank you. Merlin though is being annoying with him challenging Arthur." I told her. She was like a sister to me so we had always shared our troubles.

"It seems you like him." She smiled, looking at me.

"No… well yes, we were childhood friends." I smiled at her she nodded.

"So you like him that way…" She said mostly to herself. I blushed, not really knowing how to act.

"What? Yes of course I do wait, what way?" I really was shy about this topic even if it is friendship. Morgana laughed slightly.

"Don't worry, your secret is mine." She smiled at me and I nodded, not sure what she meant. I wasn't exactly an expert on these things…

I sighed "Gaius will probably be wondering where I am, I guess I should go to my mentor." I smiled and waved slightly at her. "Goodbye Lady Morgana."

"Goodbye Elizabeth, good luck with Merlin!" I turned a dark scarlet but nodded anyways. I walked off to work with Gaius.

Gaius and me heard something and looked to see what it was from the window.

"Stay here and finish these." Gaius ordered; I nodded to indicate that I heard him and agreed.

"Yes, make sure that idiot doesn't get hurt too bad. I will make some healing medicine in case it is needed." Gaius nodded his agreement. I started to work on the medicine when the door opened, Merlin and Gaius walking in. I then remembered I put a certain ingredient in the medicine that wasn't supposed to be in there. "Great…" I murmured.

"How could you be so foolish?" Gaius shouted, I jumped at the noise that filled the silent room.

"He needed to be taught a lesson." Merlin replied I sighed; I started to walk, as it was not my place to stay.

"I am going to go for the day, goodbye!" I told them, quickly walking out of the room. I walked around the building for a little while.

It was now the next day from that event and it was time for the celebration. I had a crimson coloured dress with white on my top half. I had my same old necklace that I always wore, my dress covered my white shoes. An obsidian belt wrapped gently around my waist. I had a light red scarf on that you could see through, it rested around my neck and shoulders. In my long wavy hair, I had white flowers that went on my parted bangs.

Gaius, Merlin and I walked into the room. The trumpets were playing and everyone talked to each other. The room had a warm feeling to it as the colour red was nearly everywhere. I nodded to some people as a token of my respect until we stopped. We all looked at Morgana. She was simply stunning, her red dress had a gold part crossed her stomach, her hair tied up. She had jewel type things on her face and other accessories to make her stand out. Merlin was looking at her forever, which made me laugh slightly. I walked over to her and asked if I could walk with her. She being close to me Morgana agreed. We walked pass Merlin and Gaius I smiled at them.

"You look simply stunning!" I exclaimed with a calm smile. She nodded.

"Thank you Elizabeth, you look stunning yourself." She replied with a smile as well.

"Thank you Lady Morgana, it looks like a certain someone wants to talk to you." I was referring to Arthur, the blond son of Uther. Arthur came up to us and I nodded, walking away as they needed privacy. Soon after the trumpets played again. I went and sat over next to Gaius smiling at him. Well we were standing but we were going to sit down. King Uther walked down and nodded at some.

"We have enjoyed 20 years of peace and prosperity. It has brought the kingdom and myself many pleasures. But few can compare with the honour of introducing Lady Helen of Mora." He then bowed and everyone clapped. I wasn't really a big fan of music which usually surprised people because of my personality. We all then sat down and listened to the music. Everyone started to drift to sleep so I clamped my hands over my ears, hoping to not let the same happen to me. I saw Merlin did the same as me. Everyone seemed peaceful, untouched even. Cobwebs started to climb over everyone it was like a nest. Lady Helen was near the front now, she grabbed a dagger out and was about to throw it. Suddenly, the light thing fell down onto her. Everyone started to wake up, grabbing the cobwebs. It seemed Lady Helen was not who she seemed but instead was an old woman. She threw the dagger, aiming at Arthur. Merlin grabbed him and pulled him to the ground so he wouldn't be killed. They both then got up.

"You saved my boy's life." Uther began, still in shock. "The debt must be repaid."

"Uh... oh well…" Merlin began.

"Don't be modest. You shall be rewarded." Pendragon commented, I wondered what he reward was, probably Arthur's servant.

"No, honestly you don't have to your highness." Merlin said, bowing slightly.

"No, absolutely. This merits something quite special." King Uther insisted, his old face seeming serious.

Merlin shrugged. "well…" Just say yes, I want to see you suffer!

"You shall be rewarded as a position in the royal household. You shall be Prince Arthur's manservant." He had put his arm on Merlin's shoulder. Walking of it seemed Arthur didn't agree.

"Father?" He said but his father acknowledged no such thing. Everyone applauded I made a bad luck face but smiled anyways.

When everyone was done I walked over to Merlin. I smiled at him. "Don't worry Merlin. I know something will come great out of this." I seemed sincere enough for him he nodded.

"Thank you Lizzie." He smiled slightly as I grinned. I took hold of his arm and dragged him along with me. When we were out of earshot for everyone I decided to say something else.

"You know maybe this is your reason for your powers." I commented, still overjoyed that I was able to hug his arm.

"But Arthur is an idiot." He reasoned I nodded in agreement.

"He maybe but it doesn't mean that you won't change him. Who knows, maybe you are the one to help him turn into a great king." I told him, probably hinting at something. He looked down at me.

"Maybe, it is rather hard to think of Arthur not being a prat though." He grinned as I rolled my eyes.

"You never change Merlin. Never." I laughed slightly as he did too.

"Well, you can't change me that easily." He grinned at me I repaid the grin by doing the same. I then hugged him more, snuggling into his arm.

"Why are you so comfy?" I murmured, rolling my head a bit on his arm. We ended up at my home. It was very small, only one room. It had a bed in the corner, shelves and bookcases cover one whole side of a wall. Then there was a table and a counter for when I cooked. I let go of Merlin's arm, spreading out my own, twirling around.

"Well this is home." I told proudly, though it was not much. He smiled that goofy smile that I grew fond of when we were children.

"This place is amazing! It is a mystery of how you could live with such small space though." I just shrugged smiling a huge smile I only shared with Merlin.

We catched up on our lives until Merlin was on his way back to Gaius. Everything was perfect, well until I was knocked out by something. I woke up with a vicious headache. It took time before I noticed a well build figure standing in front of me. The figure then grabbed my neck, crashing back against the wall.

"Oh how I have longed to give you what you need Elizabeth Madison Swan. Oh how long I have longed to kill you with my bare hands." The figure's voice was full of pure hatred and cruelty in its deep voice.

Me: *looks nervously around.* What did you think of my days work? I am very nervous about this... i hope all questions will be revealed during time...

Arthur: What is this? *pokes at phone*

Merlin: It must be some sort of sorcery.

Arthur: Yes, she must be a witch!

Me: I CAN HEAR YOU! *hits them both around the head with my graphics tablet* Sorry Middie but they had to be hit with something my poor bamboo tablet...

Arthur and Merlin: Help us!

Me: You can only save them if you review and favourite this story! It will take a lot of convincing.

Merlin: *whispers* Why do i have to fist be with a prick then a phyco?

Me: I HEARD THAT! *sulks in the corner, sending puppy dog eyes to them every now and then*