Merlin groaned in frustration as he read the "departures" board. His flight home had been delayed again, and he was beginning to wonder if he'd make it home for Christmas at all. He walked back to his seat to sit with all the other disgruntled holiday travelers. Meanwhile flights came and went while he waited.

After once again checking the board, he decided to call home. He punched in Morgana's number and waited for it to connect.

"Hello, love," Morgana's voice said over the line. Merlin sighed as contentment washed over him. Her voice was a panacea to cure the worst ill.

"Hi there. It looks like my flight has been delayed again. It's pretty frustrating out here and I'm not holding on to much hope that I'll make it home in time."

"Oh, Merlin, I'm so sorry."

"There's nothing you can do about it, but talking to you has already made me feel much better."

"I'm glad. And Merlin, I have faith you'll be home soon."

"Thank you, love. That's just what I needed to hear."

"Good! What else can I do to take your mind off of things?"

Merlin shifted in his seat. "Tell me what's been happening there."

"You'll love this. It's supposed to snow tomorrow and not stop until Christmas night."

"That will be wonderful to see."

"And here's a surprise for all of us. Arthur told me he's planning to propose to Gwen on Christmas. But it's supposed to be hush hush so you can't tell anyone."

"Aw darn. I could have a lot of fun with that."

"I know. But—"

Morgana's voice was cut off by an announcement by the gate official. "Attention everyone. Flight 444 bound for London will depart as soon as its current passengers have deplaned and the crew has turned the plane around."

"Did you hear that, Morgana? I'll be boarding soon. It seems I'll make it home in time after all."

"I'm so glad! Take care, love. I'll be there to pick you up when it arrives. Let me know when that will be."

"Of course. I love you. Thanks for being there for me."

"Always. I love you too. Be safe. Goodbye."

"Goodbye." Merlin rang off and settled back in his chair. He could believe the good news. Now he and Morgana would be together for their first Christmas as a married couple. Life was truly good, even if it didn't always appear so.