The Perfect Choice - Part One
"What about me? "Merlin asked. "I could be the baby's guardian."
He quickly ducked behind the shield, grinning as he awaited Arthur's response.
"You can't be a guardian, Merlin. You're a servant and a useless one at that. Lower your shield!" Arthur shouted.
He flexed his shoulders as Merlin rearranged his defence.
"Besides," Arthur continued. "You're going to be the baby's servant. My gift to you."
Merlin pulled his shield down, not sure if this was one of Arthur's jokes.
"Shoulder height," said Arthur, sounding irritated.
Merlin didn't move.
"I'm joking, Merlin. Why would I trust my child with you?"