Authors note: Hey y'all, hope your well thank you very much for reviews and voting. Now for chap 7 hopefully this'll make the story juicy i really hope you guys enjoy when you read, review and tell me what you think. Nice long chap for you guys well long for me to write haha. enjoy and forgive the spelling and grammar mistakes.
Chapter 7
Arthur walked down the stairs after showering the next morning his hair still damp, He was surprised to wake up and find Merlin nowhere in sight but he hoped he was feeling better than yesterday's episode. Morgause had left very early in the morning leaving a thanks note, Arthur made his way to the kitchen he found Merlin sat on a stool staring out the window the kitchen was spotless so it meant Merlin hadn't bothered with breakfast. He never did until Arthur reminded him to eat for his body's sake and for the sake of Arthur. Merlin never said no to Arthur. Truth was the mismatched boy had lost a lot, including his appetite and any enjoyment in the activity it was more of a chore he did for Arthur's sake.
The blonde grabbed a pan and started making them breakfast eggs and bacon the lot he glanced behind him at the raven haired boy "So Merlin, how are you feeling today? any anxiety or uneasiness?" he casually said trying not to upset him too much. After a long pause Arthur gave up hope he'd get a reply when Merlin muttered " oh i'm amazing this morning, feeling fantastic" Arthur just grinned "Sarcasm is the lowest form of wit Lin", He set the plates on the table and beckoned his friend over who obliged without a fight the two sat down. Arthur took out his phone from his pocket and his eyes widened "18 texts and 5 miscalls from Guinevere" Merlin paused his poking at his eggs and smirked a little bit, Arthur went through the texts "blah blah blah, Oh Christ She's coming over today...for a movie night!" Arthur put his hand through his hair a nervous gesture of his "What am i going to do?" Merlin shrugged at him and went back to poking eggs.
Truth was even though Arthur was the rough tough save the world kinda guy, Gwen scared him. A lot.
She was a trainee nurse at the hospital where Arthur was finishing his F2 placement, she was a nice girl beautiful sweet and caring. But Arthur found her weird she'd stare at him for ages spoke to him for ages touching his arm whilst smiling and flattering her lashes at him. It was awkward and very obvious that Gwen liked Arthur very much, of course obvious to everyone but the blonde Dr himself. The blonde in question was now frowning how was he gonna spend the entire evening with her alone? He looked towards Merlin who was making steady progress with his breakfast mismatched eyes found his and locked on. "Don't worry prat, Lancelot and Gwaine called me earlier asked if they could come round to watch football, Gwaine got drunk and broke the plasma screen...again" he smiled at Arthur who had the biggest smile on his face Merlin was sure it'd get stuck like that. "God i love your friends at the tavern".
Evening came way to quickly for Arthur as he and Merlin were sat on the sofa watching a documentary about animals, well Arthur's head was in the clouds whilst Merlin was half eating and half playing with popcorn. The doorbell rang and they looked at each other Arthur stood up reluctantly.
Opening the door he revealed a beaming Gwen, hair tied up elegantly she wore bright red lipstick with a matching dress, Arthur had to admit she looked stunning. In her left arm she carried Dvd's and in the other hand what looked like freshly baked cupcakes. She smiled wider at him "Aren't you going to invite me in Arthur?" She fluttered her lashes and smiled flirtiously, On the sofa his best friend nearly choked on his popcorn This is gonna be fun Merlin thought to himself. Arthur ushered Gwen inside and closed the door chuckling nervously as he did. "I feel underdressed Guinevere, you truly look amazing" Gwen's eye's lit up as her cheeks flushed pink from blushing "Thank you Arthur, you look handsome what ever you wear" The blond rubbed his neck awkwardly and nodded. He lead her through to the lounge where Merlin was "Make yourself at home i'll just get those cakes on a tray" Arthur grabbed the cakes from her. She smiled and glanced at the sofa her smile fell, her face dropped. " I thought we'd be alone tonight Arthur" Arthur came back with the cakes on a tray "yeah i know but Merlin doesn't like going out by himself plus i thought it would be nice for you to get to know him a bit better, it'll be fun"
She tried smiling "yeah i suppose so"
"Drink?" Arthur offered, She nodded as he poured some in 3 glasses. Gwen grabbed her glass and sat next to Merlin who was on the far right.
"Hello Merlin" She sheepishly said all she got back was a "Hey." Arthur frowned he was supposed to sit next to Merlin it was a tradition plus he liked it when Merlin would grow tired and snuggle into his arm. He shook his head he was being childish and she could sit anywhere she liked.
Arthur decided to sit next to her so she was in the middle "So what films you got?" He tried to break the silence he knew Merlin wouldn't say a word. She turned to him completely ignoring the raven haired boy "Well, i've brought Titanic, when Harry met Sally, Romeo and Juliet and The Notebook" Arthur felt a groan growing in his throat but he fought it he was saved by the bell.
Arthur smiled in relief as Gwen frowned in confusion "Are you expecting anyone else?"
"Yes, well Merlin's friend's are coming over as well, i hope you dont mind" He stood up to answer the door as the reply came back muttered in a low voice "Of course not" hurt written on her features clearly Arthur didn't want to be alone with her.
Arthur opened the door "Hey Lance" they shook hands and behind him Gwaine stumbled but smiled cheekly. "I HAVE BEER! YEAH!" the blonde chuckled "Get in you idiot."
Lancelot came into the lounge his eyes focused on the woman in red that looked very familar, he knew her, and deducted that he recognised her from university he was very surprised to find her at Merlin and Arthur's place. "Hello Gwen, long time no see what are you doing here?" she smiled at him "hey Lancelot isn't it?" He nodded "I work with Arthur at the hospital thought i'd come and hang out". He smiled and nodded blushing when their hands met for a firm handshake. She was still more beautiful than he remembered, she was gorgeous back then but now she was stunning. His heart swelled as those old feelings decided to make a comeback, he was so in love with her back then but never found the courage to ask her out on a date. How could he? she was way out of his league, he never got over it though, never got over her.
After saying hello to Merlin the group sat and rearranged, Merlin and Gwaine sat on the floor with cushions and blankets leaving the sofa for Arthur on the right and Gwen next to him. Lancelot sat in a single chair on the left. "so shall i put the footie on?" Lance asked gaining a cheer from Gwaine who was nursing his 3rd beer already. "Gwen wants to watch a film guys, we should do that" Arthur explained sipping his drink. Lance turned to Gwen "oh cool which one is it?" She looked uneasy but smiled "I was thinking Titanic would be best its romantic and has action too." Lance smiled at her "great choice Gwen." "Cool i'll grab the rest of the snacks then, pop it in the player" Arthur stood up Gwen jumped up fast "I'll come with you Arthur" she grabbed his hand and lead him to the kitchen.
Lancelot frowned Gwen seemed to be hanging on Arthur's every move and word, she did look at him like she adored him like a puppy. Did she like Arthur as in like liked him? that made Lance feel green as envy crept up on him meanwhile Gwaine smiled at Merlin. "I know everyone ask's you this Merlin but are you alright? you've been extra quiet today" Mismatched eyes looked up at him.
"Im fine G, just had a difficult night last night"
"Do you want to talk about it?"
"Yeah Gwaine lets do that, before or after the soppy movie?" Gwaine smiled again and held his hands up. "Fair enough Sarky pants."
The movie started and slowly but surely Gwen leaned into Arthur who squirmed under her contact as Lance kept a jealous eye on the pair, Arthur focused on the only thing that would calm him. Merlin. He kept his gaze focused on the Raven haired boy to make sure he was alright, he had scared him very much last night. He observed his friend was very quiet tonight more than usual, less sarcastic comments than usual as well. Merlin had his head rested on Gwaine's strong upper arm and was snuggling in. Arthur wanted His arm to support Merlin like that, instead he had Gwen's head resting on him. He surpressed another groan.
The movie ended and the boys thanked their lucky stars, Gwen wiped her eyes but the boys were relieved to say the least.
Suddenly a loud sob erupted in the room everyone turned in the direction it came from.
"Gwaine, are you crying?" Arthur asked with astonishment.
"No! no i'm... I have Allergies" Gwen and Lance shook their heads as Gwaine replied.
"You allergic to tradegy Gwaine?" Merlin spoke properly for the first time.
"No! I'm not! it's just very sad how Rose and Jack loved each other and were separated like that" Merlin grimaced his slight smile dropped as the memory of Will entered his mind. Two people who loved each other and got separated by death. Rose and Jack. Merlin and Will.
"it's completely predictable, the woman started speaking in the begining its obvious she survives and leo dies, they just wasted the hours in between" Merlin spat out angrily. Arthur noticed Merlin's changed tone however and agreed.
Gwen stood up "It's late i should go home"
Lance stood up too "I'll drop you Gwen, i'll have to drop the sobbing drunk girl next to Merlin anyway"
"oi, i have a sensitive side when under the influence"
"If you say so Cheryl." Lance replied Arthur just chuckled at Merlin's friends of the Tavern.
Gwen looked uneasy again "Well i was hoping maybe Arthur could drop me" Lancelot looked crushed at that Back to Arthur it goes.
Arthur looked up and nervously ran a hand through his hair "Well, Merlin is falling asleep on the floor i should make sure he gets to bed, besides Lance is going your way it'll be easier."
She nodded at him, as they looked at a passed out Merlin on the floor.
"Shall we go Gwen?"
"Yeah lets go, see you at work Arthur" Arthur nodded at them as Lance pulled Gwaine up and they left in his car. Arthur came back carried Merlin to his room taking his shoes and socks off wrapping the duvet over him. He pushed the stray hairs out of Merlin's eyes "Night Night Lin." He cleared the plates and drink's before stripping and passing out in his own bed.
Authors note: well what about that eh? most of you guys voted but have you changed your mind? ship another couple now? Lemme know vote your fav couples now hope you liked it read and review and tell others i apprieciate it.
