I do not own Merlin. This is in Arthur's Point Of View.
He Is Gone
By waterrain
I can't believe it, but his scarf laying on the ground. He always has that thing wrapped around his neck. I called his name several times, but there was no reply and Lancelot is moving.
Merlin had asked me 'What is a life of a Servant compared to that of a Prince?'. Some would reply that a Prince's life is worth a lot more than a mere Servant. Before I met Merlin my reply would have been 'A Prince's life is worth more than that of a Servant', but after meeting him…My views changed.
Why did he sacrifice himself?
He is not a Knight or a Prince. I had told him that I would sacrifice myself, but in the end…
"What happened?"
I couldn't answer my Knights for my throat felt as if it is sealed shut. My heart was clenching in pain and my eyes were in sheer agony. Lancelot briefly looked at me and he turned to face them.
"Merlin sacrificed himself." Lancelot's voice was low and quiet.
My eyes tightly closed, head looking down, fists clenched by my sides, and I couldn't look at my Knights.
It should have been me not Merlin. I remember on how I told Merlin 'No man is worth your tears'. I covered my eyes and Merlin's death is worth crying over. He was brave, loyal, and always there for me.
I should have knocked Merlin out so that he wouldn't do something as idiotic as sacrificing himself. He did not have to die. I had told him that I'm going to be the one, but he doesn't listen and does it despite my words to him.
"Why?" I asked quietly as I held the scarf in my arms. "Why, Merlin?"
"Because he cares about you and finds you to be that important, Arthur." Lancelot told me in a low voice. "He willingly gave his life to keep you alive."
There was silence. Merlin's scarf is with me for I refuse to let anyone else hold it. I know my life will be quieter without him. No one can replace him. No one can replace Merlin.
I will keep this scarf with me. I'm positive Merlin has at least another scarf and I can have that burned instead of this one in my arms. I will keep this scarf in memory of Merlin. In the memory of his bravery, loyalty, devotion, and courage.
I will never forget, Merlin. I will become the greatest King that has ever lived.
How will I tell Gwen? Merlin and her were friends.
How will I tell Gaius? Merlin was like a son to him.
I notice the people of Camelot have gathered. Gwen and Gaius are standing next to each other.
"He is gone." I managed to tell them. "He is gone."
Please Review and Thank You. How do you think Arthur would have reacted if Merlin had sacrificed himself?