A/N - ! VERY IMPORTANT ! -

Big changes to occur in later future

AND - Some of you may hate me at the end of the story... actually most will... But it's still a long way away.

1 Galleon = Approx $7.35 (US) or £5 (GBP).

SOOO heres is story :D hope you enjoy it. Thanks again to HyaHya for being my Beta.

Desclaimer - Merlin does not belong to me...

Chapter 4 – Vision

The streets were filled with the dead, soldiers and civilians alike. Fire and smoke was everywhere. On one side was Arthur, Merlin and Gwaine, all soaked from head to toe in blood and covered in cuts throughout their body. But instead of the attack being focused on Arthur, it was focused on Merlin. Morgana and Cenred were on her sides also badly battered. "This is what you chose Morgause!" yelled Merlin at her. She flinched wondering what choice he was talking about. Cenred ran towards Gwaine with a limp, but before he could even get to him, something tackled him, thus sending him flying to a pile of blood soaked corpses.

Morgause looked at her enemies and saw that they were as surprised as she was. Cenred with great difficulty stood up and got in a defensive position as he slowly made his way back to Morgana and Morgause.

A calm voice broke the silence. "Well well well, nice to finally meet you all though it's a shame we met in such gruesome circumstances,"

The six turned and saw three men and three women standing in noble clothes. "Who are you?" Morgause asked hesitantly, the six of them were no longer fighting but stood tensed ready to flee or fight at any moment.

"Oh my sweet, that doesn't matter," said the silkily calm voice from earlier. "All that does is the fact that you have killed enough of each other that 'we'(he point at his companions) now have the opportunity to do with Albion what we please."

Her confusion was clear and she could see the others were too. With faster speed than she had ever seen the mysterious man charged Cenred, who tried blocking the attack but was too slow. The man used his fists and buried his hands deep into Cenred's chest. Without even struggling he ripped Cenred's heart out blood dripping from his fingers. Morgause found Morgana and her back to back with Merlin, Arthur, and Gwaine.

The man laughed cynically. "You will all die!" and as he finished those words they saw that they were surrounded, not by six, but by hundreds.

She awoke gasping for air soaked in sweat and grime. Her body had sweat even with the low temperatures, and her battered dress clung to her skin. It had been years since she had a vision, but never one so vivid. "What's wrong?" asked a sleepy voice. She turned to Merlin who was yawning. "So care to tell?"

"Forget it... it was nothing..."

Merlin didn't push it and just nodded. He gestured her over to him. Still shaky from the vision, she crawled over and lay down with him. Merlin wrapped his arms around her waist, which had become a familiar routine to him now. She knew she was supposed to hate him, to want kill him. But it was no longer possible. She was falling for him and she knew it. He didn't push her like Morgana would; he wouldn't force her to do anything like Cenred. Every time she was in his arms she felt free. But she knew this wouldn't last. That once they were back to Camelot, they would try killing each other again. The thought saddened Morgause to a great extent. Merlin chuckled behind her.

"What?" She frowned at him and he grinned further.

"Yeah we definitely... need to bathe tomorrow," Morgause blushed crimson and took a whiff.

She burst out giggling. "Yes, yes we do,"

"Goodnight my sweet,"

Even though he had said the same thing the night before and that he most probably said it in a joking manner, she couldn't help but feel the fluttering in her stomach. She closed her eyes and in a soft tone that was barely audible whispered "Goodnight my love,"

[X]

Merlin had left to get them some breakfast, as they had woken up with hunger for not eating the previous night. She felt more energized then she had in years. She had always been an early bird, but found Merlin getting out of the adjacent room with his hair still wet from a bath he just took. He was quick to dismiss himself and left quickly. Morgause went into to the adjacent room to bathe. Merlin had already replaced the water with fresh hot water, expecting her to bathe also. She thanked Merlin quietly even though he was long gone.

There was a small thump as the dress hit the floor and she finished undressing. The water felt great and she technically plunged herself into it trying to avoid the chill air. She had enough space to stretch out her legs and she admired the inn. Even though the town was somewhat barbaric, and the people were not to her liking, the inn was actually luxurious and spacious. She slowly lathered her body, and remembered the vision. Her mind ran in circles as it became clear that it was no ordinary vision for that matter. And who were those strangers? Questions kept popping into her head. Her hands drifted to her thighs and the gash that was there. The herbs had done their jobs well, and even though her magic was suppressed for the time being, she was thankful. It's not like she wanted to amputate her leg. But the more her mind drifted the more they started to involve Merlin.

Time flew and she put her ragged dress back on. It made her feel disgusting but she was glad that she was going to get new clothes. As she walked back to the bedroom she noticed a full body mirror and walked up to it. She admired her body and tried smoothing her hair. Her face radiated with cleanliness. A gasp escaped her lips as she noticed a series of marks running down her neck. 'He bloody branded me!' She looked around trying to look for something that could help her cover it up, but found no such thing. She settled by putting her hair over the hickeys.

The priestess slowly made her way back towards the bedroom to lay down. Her eyes were closed and her mind was all over the place. 'He is so going to pay!' It came out as a small snarl and she subconsciously rubbed her brand. She was fuming but at the same time it reminded her about the wonderful moment that had occurred. She quickly went back to sleep but was woken up as quickly by a hand touching her. She instinctively muttered words and her eyes glowed gold.

"What the hell?!' yelled Merlin as he dodged a metal hanger that was flung at him.

"Oh sorry... I thought it was someone else," The look on his face was of shock and she wouldn't be surprised if he had wet his trousers. Morgause burst out laughing while Merlin walked warily closer to her.

"Well, you at least you have gained some of your magic back," it came out as a mumble and Merlin had a serious look now.

"Don't worry, I won't kill you... I can't,"

"What was that?" Barely hearing what she said.

"Oh nothing... I said; don't worry, I won't kill you, yet," she fumbled out, trying to avoid eye contact.

"Whatever, here's breakfast," She snatched the plate he was holding and started eating forgetting her modesty. She couldn't help it, they had skiped dinner and she had to get energy, plus the fact that the food tasted simply amazing. But remembering Merlin was there, and she slowed down. He hadn't touched his food and was again lost in thought. Her stomach fluttered and his eyes didn't leave hers.

"Ehh 'ello there, what's wrong?" She had to cover her mouth with her palm to look at least decent.

"It's just that I have never seen this side of you, truth be told, I never really actually had a real conversation with you before the incident,"

"Well what do you expect? We were on different sides,"

"I like this... I like actually being able to talk to you..." The words came out low, but Morgause heard them clearly. She resumed eating, Merlin joining in soon after. Small talk was made and breakfast was finished quickly. "So shopping to do milady,"

"Finally," She quickly stood up. Merlin was at the doorway waiting for her. As she went through the threshold, her subconscious went into play and she didn't feel like going anymore. Morgause turned around but was turned back by Merlin.

"No, no, no, you are coming," It was a barked order given with a scowl, but the priestess decided not to say anything. They walk out of the inn and the innkeeper waved at them both with a smile. "See ya later David!"

"David?"

"That's his name... we kind of became friends, too bad we can't stay for long,"

"Uh, I see," Morgause once again got close to Merlin. It was now by instinct and she didn't challenge it. Merlin seemed to know his way around town and quickly made his way towards what seemed to be the one and only clothing shop around. "So I am pretty sure you have a good idea where we are now, don't you?

"Yeah, apparently we are in Cerdia," A grunt came out of Morgause at this. "I know of all places... It will take us at least two weeks by horse, and that's if we go without stopping, but winter is coming, we will be slowed down drastically."

"So I'm, ah, stuck with you?"

"Yup, is little old Morgause afraid she will fall for me?" The words came out with confidence, and Morgause knew he was grinning and elbowed him in his arm.

"Shut up servant," she said in a playful voice. As she entered the shop she noticed it was way bigger then she previously had thought. It was elegant and the colours attracted her eyes to many places. She marvelled at the quality of the clothes. It was nicely organized and there were already some clothes in particular that caught her attention. A female voice broke the silence.

"Excuse me, what can I do for you today?" Morgause jumped and nearly elbowed a old lady as she turned around.

"Holy crap, you scared me!"

"Oh, my apologies. 'Ello again Merlin," the lady shook Merlin's hand. "My name is Meredith, and you must be Morgause," She held out a bony hand.

"Um yes, yes it is," She looked at Merlin questionably and he just shrugged in response, he seemed to be holding back laughter. Morgause gave him a death glare, causing Merlin to burst out laughing.

"I'm going to leave you two alone, before you kill me. Oh and remember, it's going to be a long journey, so get plenty of clothes," He turned around and started walking to what seemed to be the man section of the shop.

Meredith looked at her with a smile. "We have a LOT of work to do," The lady took hold of Morgause's hand and guided her around the shop pick out what interests you the most. Don't worry about the cost," She looked around and found seven that were absolutely amazing.

"Where can I try them on?" She was excited and was nearly jumping up and down on the spot. The priestess noticed Merlin watching and collected herself. 'Way to act mature Morgause.' She told herself. 'At least he's not saying anything.'Her thoughts were interrupted as Meredith grabbed hold of her empty armed and pulled her over to a back room.

"This is where you can try out your clothes. It is private and nobody will see, so don't worry," Meredith walked out, closing the door behind her.

Morgause flipped her shoes into a corner and her ragged clothes soon joined them. A full body mirror was in the centre of the small room and she looked at her naked form. 'Well I know why Cenred is drooling over me.' she was smiling, but it was taken away as she noticed her neck markings again. 'Yeah... he is so going to pay... and now I have a chance to do some playing around.' Morgause had smile once again, but this one was of a different nature. The priestess knew they were far away from home, and that nobody would know who they were. Her eyes gleamed in excitement of what was yet to come. 'Time to try stuff on, I guess.'

[X]

They had left the shop an hour ago and had dropped off everything in their room. Morgause, other than the dresses had picked out four pairs of shoes and six different pairs of a lacy type of undergarment. Merlin had good taste in Morgause's opinion and had picked out some good trousers and shirts. The priestess had been worried about how much money they were using up, but when their purchase didn't even phase Merlin's pouch, she calmed down. "I guess we will need a carriage now, I didn't expect to get all of this." Both were wearing new clothes and looked nice. Morgause wore a black dress trimmed in a goldish colour. It hugged her body perfectly and was laced in some places. She had picked it out for that reason. It did feel great, but she knew Merlin wouldn't be able to take his eyes off her, and so far, so good.

They arrived at the stables and asked the stable master if he had a carriage. "Well yeah I do actually," Morgause jumped up in excitement. "Don't get too happy, It's expensive because of its quality. It used to belong to a noble and many like it aren't made,"

"What do you mean? Merlin asked in a curios voice.

"Well why don't I just show you?" He waved them to follow and they obliged. It wasn't a long walk and when they got to the carriage they understood why he said it was one of a kind. There was only one door to enter it and it was from the back. The front seemed to go down half way then go further out and down once again. It seemed weird to them. A light piece of glass was in the front so you could see the front or where you were going. Two wooden wheels on each side kept it in balance there seemed to be space for a horse on both sides, plus one in front. The carriage was a black colour trimmed in violet.

"This, this is absolutely amazing," Merlin was in awe and Morgause was also.

"It makes it so that you can be inside all the time, you steer what I call a steering wheel and it pushes the horse in the directions you want it to go. It is an amazing piece of technology and whoever created it must have been a genius. But the thing is that it costs Ten thousand gold galleons,"

"WHAT!?" Both in shock and not knowing how to handle it.

"Like I said, it is from a noble, and you see the quality,"

"Yes but Ten thousand is pushing it, I'm willing to give you Seven thousand." Morgause was about to say something when Merlin shushed her.

"Look, like I said Great quality. The only carriage I have also. How about... eight thousand?"

"seven thousand, five hundred,"

"You're killing me man, but okay,"

Merlin took out a bigger pouch and started taking out the money, it took several minutes and by the time he was done, Morgause noticed the pouch was nearly empty. "But Merlin..." She whined, but he told her it was okay. "Whatever, don't listen to me then,"

"We will come and pick it up tomorrow get the horses ready,"

"Okay, I'll give you my best ones,"

"I wouldn't expect less... especially after what I just paid," At this Merlin started walking away. Morgause was right behind him. "Don't lecture me Morgause. I did what I had to," She just nodded trying to not start a fight.

The time went by quickly as both went around town and getting to know the people. Everyone thought they were married, and none of them denied the claims. It was getting dark and cold by the time they had gotten back into their room.

Morgause stretched her arms as Merlin went into the adjacent room to change into his nightwear. He had bought two pairs, and Morgause three, he only knew of two though. When he was back, she could hardly take her eyes off his body, with great effort did she get the energy to do so. Once back she went to the adjacent room to do the same. The priestess picked one of the nightgowns he had seen. Even though it wasn't anywhere as revealing as the one she had hidden, it did cause Merlin to drool over her as she walked back into the room. She giggled as Merlin tried looking away. Morgause threw herself on the bed and was cover by a blanket and an arm. She turned and saw Merlin staring at her.

"You know, just to keep you warm,"

"Not the best line ever Merlin, you should try something else next time, but whatever," She scooted closer to him, rubbing her bum right on him in the process. But all that didn't matter at the moment as sleep consumed her quickly. She slept without dreaming that night.

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