Hey thank you guys for the positive support so far! It means a lot :) Enjoy this new chap! If you have any ideas for the future of the book please feel free to let me know. Also, if you get the chance please check out my other fanfic. It's a post series fic that follows after the season finale of Merlin.
Morgana Pendragon stared at her reflection in the mirror. She traced her fingers over the dark circles forming under her eyes, sighing in exhaustion. Morgana for the past few years had been plagued with a terrible case of insomnia. She dabbed foundation on her face, making her porcelain skin appear even more flawless. Like every morning, she touched up her eyes with a thin layer of eyeliner and mascara. She forced a smile. It was the first day of her junior year. She was finally an upperclassman. Morgana turned to the side, tucking in her navy blue blouse into her plaid skirt. Albion Prep had uniforms, but Morgana didn't really mind. It was less work to do in the mornings. She pinned her braided hair half up half down, letting her loose luscious black curls fall down her back. She turned to grab her bag, stopping quickly to look again at herself before she left. Morgana smiled mischievously as she unbuttoned the first two buttons on her shirt, revealing some impressive cleavage.
She walked downstairs and into the kitchen, finding her brother sitting down eating cereal. When Arthur noticed her he rolled his eyes.
"Oh joy," he said while chewing.
Morgana ignored him, pouring herself a glass of V8. She stood there with one hand on the counter, taking small sips while drifting off. Morgana was not looking forward to going back to school. Yes, she was beautiful and popular but Morgana had never found an actual real friend. Girls only wanted to hang out with her because she was the mayor's daughter and the most fancied girl in the school. And fancied she was. Everyday while walking down the hallways, boys would practically undress her with their eyes. And if Morgana ever took the time to talk to any of them, rumors would spread around the school faster than lightning. The boys would love to compete against each other. Nothing made them feel more powerful than boasting about fucking Morgana Pendragon.
Morgana tapped her fingers against the glass. No one at Albion Prep ever really wanted to get to know her. They wanted to know her darkest secrets, but not her dreams. No one had ever asked her what she wanted to do for a career. No one had even asked her what her favorite band was. Nothing. Only her recent hookups, dieting tricks, and her extravagant collection of clothes.
"Morgana!" Arthur yelled.
Morgana jumped and whipped around to face him.
"Are you deaf?" he asked bitterly.
Morgana creased her eyebrows in confusion. Arthur stood up and cleared away his plate.
"You always were a spacey one," he said under his breath but loud enough for her to hear.
Morgana emptied out the rest of her V8. Arthur looked at her with a quizzical expression on his face.
"That's all you're having?"
Morgana shrugged.
"I'm not hungry," she responded flatly. Arthur shook his head in disbelief. He then took out his phone to check the time.
"We should leave soon," he said. Morgana nodded and smiled, trying to hide her nervous state. Her brother was not fooled.
"You alright?" he asked, looking a bit concerned. Although his sister could be a definite pain at times, Arthur was still very protective of her. Morgana sighed and twirled one of her ringlets.
"I'm not very peachy about going back," she said glancing at the ground.
Arthur stepped in a bit closer.
"Hey," he said quietly. Morgana looked up to meet Arthur's eyes. Her blue eyes, usually so fierce and bold, were now soft and vulnerable.
"They're all a bunch of bloody wankers. You're too good for them."
Arthur gave his sister a reassuring smile. Morgana nodded.
"But if it makes you feel any better, I don't really fancy going back either."
Morgana smirked.
"How is that possible? You're Arthur Pendragon," she said mockingly. "Everyone loves you," she meant as a joke but her voice carried a hint of jealousy. Arthur crossed his arms.
"I'll give you one word."
Morgana raised one eyebrow.
"What?" she asked curiously.
"Vivian."
The two siblings burst out laughing.
"I heard you ended it with her. How'd she take it?" Morgana said trying to stifle back more laughter.
Arthur let out a dramatic sigh.
"I told her we're on a break…"
Morgana let out a sharp laugh.
"Oh god Arthur! You have to be barmy to think you can actually take a break from Vivian."
Morgana continued to break out in another round of wild laughter.
"Let's go," Arthur said as he began to walk away. He was beginning to become irritated with Morgana taking pleasure in his misfortunate.
"I'm nice to her for one second…" he murmured to himself.
Arthur managed to find a parking spot. He pulled in and turned off the radio, which was blasting "Heaven" by Emeli Sande. Morgana had won the argument over what music they'd be listening to on their way. Arthur sat up in his chair to look at the rearview mirror. He adjusted his navy blue tie and ran his fingers through his hair. Morgana rolled her eyes and undid her seatbelt, stepping out of the car. Arthur opened his door and slid out. It was a stagnant day. Hot and dry. He looked at his sister who was watching the many kids in navy blue uniforms standing and talking in the main stone courtyard of the school. Sounds of laughter and squeals of excitement echoed through the air.
"Ready?" he asked, breaking her out of her daze.
Morgana glanced at her brother.
"Are you?" she asked teasingly. They both laughed and in unison began to walk towards the courtyard.
Kids broke out in excited whispers as the two Pendragon siblings walked by. Both had very confident strides as though they were a force to be reckoned with. As they approached the stone steps a group of boys wolf whistled at Morgana. Arthur clenched his fists. He rolled his eyes as his sister flashed the boys a flirtatious smile. She wiggled her fingers at them playfully. Damn was she good at faking it.
Suddenly a group of girls rushed over to Morgana, greeting her with tight hugs and girlish laughter. Morgana hugged them back, faking a million dollar smile. The girls practically swarmed Morgana as his sister made her way up the steps. The same group of boys waved at Arthur.
"Looking forward to tryouts Pendragon?" one of them asked.
Arthur nodded giving them a charismatic response. He then quickly jogged up the stone steps, searching around for his friends. But the courtyard was packed. Finally, Arthur spotted them. They were standing near a couple of benches. Gwaine was standing on one of the benches, throwing flirtatious comments at girls walking by. Most of them rolled their eyes in disgust, which seemed to provoke Gwaine even more. Leon and Percival were jostling around. Arthur laughed as he watched Percival hold Leon in a headlock, his toned biceps shining in the sunlight. Lancelot was sitting on one of the benches, with one headphone in his ear. Arthur felt his stomach leap in excitement as he began to make his way towards his friends.
"Arthur!"
Arthur silently cursed to himself. He turned around to face Vivian. Her long, platinum blonde hair was straightened. Vivian was the type of girl who always made sure her hair looked perfect. He noticed she undid some of the buttons on her shirt to show off her chest. She rested her hands on her hips.
"How was your summer?" she asked in her high-pitched voice. She smiled sweetly but her eyes carried a hint of anger. Arthur scratched the back of his neck.
"It was good," he responded nonchalantly. Vivian stepped in a bit closer.
"You never called," she said in a flirtatious voice.
She pouted playfully. When Arthur first went out with Vivian she had him wrapped around her finger. Those puppy dog eyes would make him do anything for her. Arthur thought of Elena.
"I was busy," he replied flatly. Vivian's face turned serious. She crossed her arms.
"So busy you couldn't even send a text?" she asked viciously. Arthur sighed.
"That's what a break means Viv. I needed some space."
Vivian nodded and twirled a piece of her hair.
"Do you still need space?" she asked. Arthur nodded.
"Yes." There was a long awkward silence between them. Suddenly Vivian pointed her finger at Arthur.
"You met someone didn't you?" she asked accusingly.
Arthur opened his mouth and then closed it.
"You did didn't you?" she said louder.
People were beginning to notice them now. Arthur pinched the brink of his nose and shook his head.
"No Vivian," he managed to reply.
"Arthur-
"Hello friend!" Arthur felt a strong hand on his shoulder. He looked to see Gwaine smiling at him.
"Gwaine!"
The two friends hugged. Gwaine then looked at Vivian and flashed her a charming smile.
"Vivian, well don't you look beautiful."
Vivian rolled her eyes and walked away. Arthur sighed in relief.
"Thanks mate. I arrive here for five minutes and already I get a bloody interrogation."
Gwaine swung his arm over Arthur as they made their way over to their friends.
"Well if you're done with her don't mind me testing out the waters," Gwaine joked nudging Arthur hard in the gut. Arthur let out a quick laugh.
"Good luck with that. She's insane."
Gwaine shrugged.
"Eh, her bonkers make up for her insanity."
Arthur suddenly held Gwaine in a headlock, rubbing his head roughly. Gwaine broke out of his grasp and patted his hair down.
"Careful, the hair is the money maker." The friends laughed again as they approached their group.
"Pendragon!" Leon shouted cheerfully.
Leon and Percival both ran over to Arthur, patting him hard on the back. Percival lifted Arthur up in the air for a tight hug. Arthur struggled for air.
"Bloody hell Percival! Did you get stronger?" he managed to say. Percival chuckled and put him down.
"Maybe," Percival smiled sheepishly. Arthur shook his head in amazement. Lancelot walked over reaching out his hand, which Arthur took firmly.
"Good to see you Arthur," Lancelot said formally.
"You as well Lancelot," Arthur said mimicking his tone.
The two suddenly broke out laughing, pulling in for a tight hug. The five friends talked about their summers. Arthur even told them a bit about Elena. As Gwaine shared some of his "experiences" with girls, Arthur couldn't help but grin. It felt good to be back.
Arthur then noticed a sudden hush over the courtyard. People were looking towards the stone steps. Girls whispered frantically to each other. Arthur moved in a bit closer to see what they were staring at. Suddenly, the sound of wheels against smooth marble echoed around. A pale raven-haired boy rolled in on his skateboard towards the center of the courtyard. People jumped out of his way. He stopped and stepped off his skateboard, pressing his foot against one end so the board could flip up to reach his grasp easily. He was wearing a black leather jacket over his uniform and shades. Arthur watched the boy curiously as he looked up at the stone exterior of the school. The moment he swiped off his shades, Arthur heard wild giggles and whispers exchanged between the girls. The boy smiled, clearly enjoying the attention.
"Who is he?" a girl named Katrina whispered out loud.
Morgana was busy looking at her phone until she heard Katrina. She followed the girl's gaze and raised her eyebrows in surprise. A boy with jet-black hair, pale skin, and piercing blue eyes was standing in the center of the courtyard, a skateboard in one of his hands. Morgana smirked as she noticed the way other girls were looking at him. Yes, he was attractive but he wasn't a movie star for fuck sake. She returned back to her phone not noticing the boy walking towards her direction.
"Excuse me, but where is the dean of academics office?"
Morgana looked up to find the dark haired boy talking to Katrina who was standing next to her. Katrina's cheeks flushed a terrible shade of red.
"It's-it's through the main doors right on your left," she said while pointing her finger to the large wooden doors ahead.
The boy flashed her a charming smile.
"Thank you."
Right before he turned away his gaze fell upon Morgana. A soft smile tugged at his lips. Morgana found herself smiling back. He then turned away. Morgana watched him curiously as he walked to the main doors.
"I wonder what his name is," Katrina said almost in a trance.
Morgana nodded.
"Me too," she whispered.
So pretty much Merlin is sexy as f*** in this book. I mean he already is but Colin Morgan in a leather jacket...yummy. Haha anyway hope you like it. Please leave reviews lovelies. Mwah!
