A/N: Here is the next chapter! Yes I am aware that it is short, but I've been so tired and busy... :( I hope you enjoy it!
Disclaimer: Christmas List- BBC's Merlin! because sadly, I don't own it
ARTHUR
Arthur's eyes closed and let out a sigh. He knew what he should do, but he didn't want to do it. The punishment for sorcery was death. Arthur couldn't bear to see Merlin's head on the chopping block. He needed time to think this over. "Well," he looked up to see Merlin with a worried on his face. "You better be on time tomorrow for work." The prince began to walk out.
"Arthur?" Merlin called after him. He put his hand up to silence his servant and continued to walk to his chambers.
The prince knew that he had a lot to think about tonight and had to consider everything. He sat on his bed staring at the fire that's burning brightly. Only when he closed his eyes Arthur realized just how tired he really was. The sheets looked so inviting that he crawled under their warmth and drifted into a restless slumber.
Arthur dreamt of telling his father that Merlin was a sorcerer and then, he, Arthur, lifted the sword and his friend's head on the chopping block. Just as the blade was about to slice Merlin's neck, the dream switched. This time Arthur hadn't told the king about Merlin, the warlock was destroying Camelot.
He woke up with sweat covering his brow. This was Morgana's thing not his! The prince still hadn't made his decision when he heard a gentle knock on his door. "It must be the sorcer- MERLIN!! It's just Merlin. Why should I care if he's a sorcerer?"
MERLIN
Merlin knocked on the prince's door, something he never does. There were footsteps inside. The door opened a crack and a blond head appeared.
"Merlin," he opened the door, but suddenly closed it which made Merlin stumble backwards. The wooden door was only open a crack. "You're not going to turn me into a frog or something, are you?" he teased.
Merlin rolled his eyes. "Shoot, you caught me." he smiled slightly before the prince nodded and let him in. His master went over and sat on the chair and motioned for Merlin to join him. The warlock pulled up a chair and sat staring awkwardly around the room.
"We need to talk." Arthur stated. "How long have you practiced magic?" The prince asked calmly.
"I never practiced. I was born like this." Merlin stated. He figured that Arthur wouldn't believe that, since Gaius didn't at first either.
"So, you can't help being a sorcerer like I can't help being a prince?" Arthur asked to Merlin's amazement.
He shook his head. "No, I can't help being a sorcerer like you can't help being a prat." Merlin joked. The boys laughed quietly for a minute. Arthur was the first to speak.
"I understand." Arthur said simply. To Merlin's luck Arthur hadn't mentioned the one question he was dreading to answer; how powerful are you?
"I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner." Merlin said with his head down. "I just didn't know how you'd react."
"Its fine I just wish I found out a different way other than my best friend trying to kill me!" Arthur gave a sarcastic laughed.
"Did you just say I was your friend?" Merlin asked jokingly. Arthur gave a slight nod with a smile on his face. "A lowly servant is the prince's best friend!"
"Don't let it get to your head!" Arthur joked.
"So," Merlin began slowly. "Does this mean you're not telling Uther?" He asked hopefully.
"No I won't tell him. I'm sorry I even thought about telling. It was stupid of me." he paused. "Just don't get caught!" Merlin knew that behind Arthur's teasing, he was being serious.
"I always am!" he said with a dorky smile.
Arthur rolled his eyes. "Anyway, you need to clean my room and then meet me at the stables." Merlin had a cocky smile. With a flash of gold from his eyes, the room started to clean itself. The sheets began folding on their own and clothes going back into their cupboards. Arthur could only stare in amazement at the scene that was going on in front of him. He looked at Merlin to say something.
"Shhh," Merlin said putting his finger to his lips, smiling. It silenced Arthur. "Keep the magic secret!"
A/N: OK so ya I know the last line is such a cliché, but hey it was too tempting too pass up don't you think? Anywho- please review! Yes the next chapter will be longer!!!!
