Time for battle. Will Zeldoris and Morgan meet again ? Meanwhile Arthur discovers a secret.

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It was decided. Arthur, the Sins and Morgan will launch an attack to take back Camelot. Merlin wasn't very thrilled : she believed that her protégé needed more training. Arthur replied that he couldn't let his people suffer for too long. So here they were, advancing toward the palace. The plan was to distract the demons while Arthur would collect the holy sword. With all their power combined, they should success. Morgan was thoughtful. She'll meet Zeldoris there, and she still didn't know how to react with him. A part of her refused to see him wounded or worse. But she knew that their kingdom had to be freed from demons. Could she find a way to solve this peacefully ? Would Zeldoris listen to her again if she asked him to leave, by any chance ?

" Come on, don't be naïve. He's the Demon King representative, he can't decide this on his own. And just because I ask ? Tsss, ridiculous." she thought, looking through a window.

Plus, Arthur already ordered her to stay in the tavern with Elisabeth and Elaine. But will she obey was the question. Farther in the castle, Zeldoris was more or less thinking the same way. Arthur wouldn't be long to come here. What should he do when that time come ? Also, there were still Lillithania and Cusack outside. The latter wasn't far he could feel it, but the other pest … she probably ran to her family and told them everything. They will react. It was certain.

He closed his eyes and sighed, then opened them a little. Should he go check on her ? No, that would be suspicious. Because he couldn't hide his interest in Morgan she was now in danger, and he, suspected of betrayal. Zeldoris could feel the stress running through him, the desire to verify she was fine, his duty toward his clan … frankly, he was lost and torn by emotions.

Farther, the giant green pig was in sight of Corand.

" Oh. We have guests." announced Meliodas.

" Again ? This bar is getting too small for that." made Morgan, disenchanted tone.

The blonde looked at the window. He recognized those visitors. Lillithania's family : two of her brothers, and an uncle. Surely she wasn't far as well. Now what to do ? Go ahead and start fighting or avoiding it ?

" Let me guess : those are that demon girl's parents ?" made Ban.

" Yes. I knew Lillithania just wouldn't give up. They're here to occupy us while she'll probably go kill Morgan."

"And everyone on her way, huh ?"

" Yes."

Meliodas turned himself. Diane will stay inside to protect the girls with Arthur while the others would greet them. That said, he exited.

" Well well well. Look what we found here : a filthy traitor. To think we'd came here to avenge our sweet relative's honour and we got this instead." said the oldest demon.

"Yeah, we too are quite disappointed : we expected someone way stronger." replied Ban.

"I won't stoop to answer to a lowly human."

" In that case …" responded Meliodas.

In a second, he was before Lillithania's uncle. His demon mark appeared, his eyes turned black while he sent his fist in his chest. However, his opponent blocked it. On her side, Lillithania entered the bar. Diane arrived just behind her and hit her. The demon embedded in a wall.

" Welcome here, little demon." made Diane.

" You … I'm going to tear you apart." growled Lillithania.

" I'd like to see you try." intervened Arthur.

His sword hissed. Lillithania blocked it with one hand. Then, perceiving Diane's arrival, she sent Arthur against her. Lillithania tried to reach the girls, in vain. Diane helped Arthur getting up, before attacking together. The demon deviated their attack for a while. She used her speed to get rid of Arthur, which she believed was weaker. Alas for her, he proved to be stronger then expected. Lillithania managed to send his sword in the air. She grinned nastily before downing her sword. But instead of feeling flesh being cut, a strong hit met her own. Her sword went to the air. Morgan interposed herself, having collected her brother's weapon. The princess bent down immediately and sliced her opponent's legs. Her darkness was already regenerating her.

Meanwhile she took a dagger she sent against Morgan. She barely avoided it, its blade scratching her shoulder.

" Morgan !" exclaimed Arthur.

Lillithania rolled to dodge Diane's attack. Arthur looked at his sister. Blood. Blood were flowing from her shoulder. Morgan was hurt because of one of those damned demons. Just like his people. Frustration, anger, grudge overflowed him. He snatched his sword from his sister's hand. Then letting a war cry, he rushed to the demon. An explosion startled everyone outside, as Lillithania was sent through the door. Arthur followed, his face twisted by fury. He sent another wave of magic she took. The young king reiterated his offensive several times in a row, complying all the demons to back away.


" Arthur ! Calm down !" said Merlin, holding him by a shoulder.

" Oh ? You woman. Your face seems familiar." made one of Lillithania's brother.

Because of the fight he didn't take time to analyse it, but now he could see it clearly : she looked like Belialuin's daughter. The child who received blessings and deceived both the Demon King and the Supreme Deity, causing this very city's destruction, he said with a laugh. Lillithania seemed surprised.

" You demons do like to hurt people don't you." said Arthur, coldly.

" Yes of course, but what's the point here ?"

Merlin displayed a scared then a furious face. Morgan who came after her brother, saw those emotions.

" Your lies are of no use." replied the king.

" Lies ? Why would I lie now since I'm going to kill you ?"

" Merlin … is that true ?" asked Morgan.

Arthur blinked. Merlin looked guilty. Arthur watched her. Unable to face his look, she leaned eyes. The young man felt his heart falling like a rock in his chest.

" What ? Merlin ?"

" Please tell us you didn't do this." added Morgan.

" It is true." confessed the interested one.

They both displayed the same shocked expression.

" No … you caused the destruction of your city, your people, friends and family just for power ?!" exclaimed Arthur.

" How could you ?" resumed Morgan.

"Enough with the chit chat ! Let's get rid of those filthy humans right now !" said Lillithania.

" You … GET LOST !" screamed Arthur.

His magic hit all of them and made them fall from the giant pig. He went to add another blow, when he felt a great tiredness. No, he wouldn't be able to launch another attack. Meliodas ordered the pig to get away full speed. Arthur fell on one knee. Merlin approached him to help. But he slapped her hand. Morgan arrived, gave her a reproachful look and took care of her brother. Merlin opened her mouth and shut it. This was bad. She always feared his reaction if he ever came to know her secret. Arthur was righteousness itself and cared so much for his people, something he taught his sister as well. Doing something such as hurting citizens out of greed, selfishness or any sort of these feelings was unthinkable to them. So what the Sin did … was certainly unforgivable.

" Ugh … I don't feel like staying confined here." confessed Arthur, once inside.

" Then let's get on the roof."

" Very good idea."

Elaine wondered if something bad happened, especially given Merlin's sad face. To what Meliodas answered that it was a bit complicated. Once on the roof, Arthur sat on the floor.

" I can't believe what I just learnt." he said.

" Me too. Merlin asked for blessings from two powerful beings, knowing what their reaction would be if she dared to manipulate them."

" He said she was a child … but is that an excuse ? Even a child knows when he's doing something stupid. She should have known what would happen. And she still did it. Darn ! Why her of all people !" resumed Arthur.

" I don't know. The question is more like : what should you do ?"

Arthur sighed. That was the question, he didn't know. Could he continue to trust Merlin after that ? What proved that she wasn't going to betray him as well ? The siblings stayed silent for a moment, trying to sort things out. They went down after everyone for diner. Arthur had some difficulties to eat. All kind of memories were flowing in his mind. He had known Merlin since his childhood, she taught him so much. The second person he trusted more after Morgan.

" You know …" said that one.

He raised eyes.

" I think you should explain yourself with Merlin."

" Don't feel like it."

"Sure, but at least hear her version of the story. The world isn't all black or white, and so are people. Everyone made mistake. That's why I suggest you, and me if you want to, should go talk to her." advised Morgan.

" I'll think about it."

Morgan didn't add anything else. They finished dinner, and stood up when they spotted Merlin's presence. Escanor was here too. Maybe that was an opportunity to comfort the Sin and see them getting away from each other. Indeed, Arthur's face clouded. Merlin took a breath.

" I think we should talk." she said.

" No thanks. All I want now is to rest. I'm not in mood for excuses." he said curtly.

Merlin lowered her head.

" Running away as I thought and judging without knowing. " made Escanor.

" That's rich coming from you. When you'll have the balls to assume your feelings, you'll talk to me." retorted Arthur, near him.

Escanor blushed and stood mouth opened, while Arthur left with lordliness accompanied by Morgan. The next morning, Meliodas walked outside where he found the royal duo preparing their horse.

" Here Arthur, your gourd."

" Thank you sir Meliodas."

"So you're leaving. Is that because of Merlin ?" asked the captain.

" That's part of it. Originally I came here to obtain help to free Morgan. Now it's done." responded Arthur, after riding.

" Say goodbye to the girls for me, as well as my apologies for leaving that way." intervened Morgan, behind her brother.

" Fine. Are you sure about this Arthur ? We can still help you for my brothers."

" Yes, I don't want to put all of you in danger with my problems. Thank you for your hospitality and farewell."

" Take care."

Arthur shook the reins. It was still early and no one else was up. Meliodas went back inside. Ten minutes later, Merlin teleported.

" Good morning captain."

" Morning Merlin."

" Everyone is still asleep ?"

"Hmmm yes. Except our royal friends." responded Meliodas, cleaning a glass.

" Oh ? Where are they ?"

" They left about ten minutes ago."

Merlin blinked. Left ? Like how ? Like they were gone, coming back to their kingdom, offered helpfully Meliodas.

" And you let them go ?!" exclaimed Merlin.

"Why shouldn't I have had ? They're not our prisoners."

" But ! They're going straight to their death if they intend to fight your brothers on their own ! Tell me we're still going there !"

" Well of course we are. Not because they're not here anymore means we're giving up." responded peacefully Meliodas.

Merlin felt relieved. She couldn't resign herself to lost them. Especially Arthur. She wanted to find him and explain. Yesterday's rejection was weighing on her.


A few days later, Arthur and Morgan were back to Camelot. They stopped 2km before and entered a wood. Once there, they found a cavern in which they entered. A secret passage. They arrived at a vast room where they let their horse in company of others mounts. The king and the princess resumed their walking. Arthur knocked at metal door, in a specific manner.

" King Arthur ! Princess Morgan !" exclaimed a guard.

He let them come in. Then, the new spread. All Arthur's knights rushed to them.

" Morgan-sama ! There you are ! You're still alive !" exclaimed one of them.

" We were so worried to not hear you anymore." added another one.

" That's because I was with my brother. Sorry to have worried you all." smiled Morgan.

Nanashi went to greet the young king.

" So that's your sister. She seems quite popular among your knights." he noticed, looking in her direction.

" Yes ! I suspect most all of them to have a thing for her. So, how are things outside ?"

" Nothing really new since your departure, in fact."

" I see. Well that's going to change. We WILL take our home back !"

Arthur exposed what he and Morgan devised of during their travel. It was risky, very risky but they had little choice. Now, time to prepare and rest for everyone. Two days after, they assembled and marched toward the castle. They separated on the way. Then, they waited for the signal. Arthur looked at Nanashi. Morgan was with her brother, despite how much he tried to dissuade her. Arthur gave the signal. All the knights charged. They entered the castle by the secrets passages. That took the enemy completely by surprise. They threw bombs made of magic : Morgan's idea and conception. Spells to blind, freeze or send to sleep. Zeldoris ran to a window. It has begun.

" Here we are." he thought.

Will Morgan be here ? Let's hope not. He had to go. On his way, he felt a presence. He stopped, a hand in his sword. A silhouette appeared.

" Well hello Zeldoris. You have come at the right time." greeted Morgan.

" What are you doing here ?!" he exclaimed.

The princess was walking toward him. She was wearing an outfit more suitable for fighting : a purple top that matched her hair, black trouser and a pair of boots. Zeldoris thought she was beautiful.

" I'm doing what must be done." she replied.

And to unsheathe a sword. The demon sighed lightly. Now that was unexpected. Or was it ?

" You're aware that the instant you draw a sword I can't ignore it right ?" he asked.

" Close your eyes if you don't want to see it." she smiled.

He raised his head. But frankly, he didn't feel like fighting her at all. Even if it was inevitable. Damn, he had hoped she wouldn't come. He examined her. Morgan was still waiting, her smile on her face and her sword right at him.

" Weird. Her attitude isn't aggressive at all."

Was she planning something ? Perhaps he should give it a go, just out of curiosity. He pulled out his weapon. In a matter of second he was near her. Their blades clashed. Zeldoris got surprised here : the princess clearly wasn't a beginner. Morgan proved to be quick and agile, as she kept pirouetting around him. They backed away.

" Well well well ! Isn't this a woman full of surprises !" he thought with amusement.

The fight resumed. Honestly, Zeldoris was way much stronger than her, and he could kill her any times. Morgan knew it, he was sure of it. She wasn't stupid enough to defy someone of his calibre. So why ? He analysed her a bit, but she was good at hiding her emotions. He was doing the same, but he failed to understand the big idea here.

" She isn't even trying to hurt me. Then why did she come ?"

As they got close again, he took the opportunity to discover it.

" Tell me why you're truly doing this, Morgan." he asked mentally.

The princess rounded eyes as she heard his voice in her head.

" You … you are a telepath ?"

" Yes."

" How unfair ! Can you read my thoughts ?" she asked, continuing to fight.

" No just talk. And no one else can hear us unless I create a network. So, answer me." replied Zeldoris.

" Very well then, since you don't seem to be the smart one …"

" HEY !"

Morgan tightened her jaws to not laugh. Zeldoris perceived her amusement here, and rolled eyes.

" I know it wasn't planned that you protect me. I'm from the enemy's side, so it could be considered as a betrayal. You saved me, I'm repaying you today."

Zeldoris looked at her with emotion. He cut the conversation, leaned to avoid a hit on his head.

" She's doing this for me ? To preserve my reputation, my loyalty ?"

If he were to fight the one his people suspected to have diverted him from the right path, it will be proof of his allegiance. Zeldoris felt gratitude and affection. For Morgan, she was only repaying a debt, as she was taught. So they continued their fight. Zeldoris smiled : it was rather exciting. Suddenly, her sword cut his jacket from top to bottom. He looked at it. No scratch. However, he caught her look on his torso.

" Enjoying the view ?" he teased.

"What view ?! You're so tiny I can't see a thing !" she replied, blushing.

He chuckled, feeling flattered. Yeah right. Morgan did admit that he has indeed a perfect body. As he went back, he repaid her by doing the same.

" Ah !"

Zeldoris gave her an ironic look. Aaaaand didn't forget, eh no kidding, to enjoy the view as well. That was the most interesting fight he had until now, since his releasing.

" Okay, I think that's enough playing."

" ? "

Morgan attacked once more, he parried. Except that this time, a shock hit him in the belly. Zeldoris was pushed against a wall.

" You … you can use magic ?!" he exclaimed.

" Surprise !" she smiled.

Zeldoris noticed a ball rolling to him. He just had the time to protect his face when magic exploded.

" Urf ! Ha …" he said, lying on a crater.

That barely hurt him of course. But it gave time for Morgan to run away.

" Hahahaha ! Those humans !" laughed Zeldoris, an arm on his eyes.

Meanwhile, Arthur was heading to the room where Excalibur awaited him. There, he took it.

" What do we have here ?" he heard.

Turning himself, he saw a tall and muscular man arriving. His presence was overwhelming.

" Oh ? You must be Morgan's brother. You look just like her."

" And you are ?"

" Estarossa. Please to meet you."

" So. You're one of those who kidnapped my sister." guessed Arthur, his eyes becoming dark.


Outside, the Seven Deadly Sins finally arrived. Merlin rushed to the palace, while her companions helped the knights. Hopefully she'll make it in time … Meliodas and Escanor were following her.

"Looks like they're doing well." noted Meliodas.

An explosion resonated. Merlin noticed with fright that it came from where the holy sword was. Damn ! Faster faster ! In that very room, Estarossa was enjoying his fight with Arthur. That kid was gifted, it was so fun ! However, that sword was much more trouble than he expected. As for now, he couldn't lay a finger upon him. Arthur sent another wave of magic.

" Do you need some help, Estarossa ?" intervened Chandler.

" No thanks ! I can handle that child."

Estarossa decided to use his commandment on him. Arthur's arms dropped. He felt unable to move. That was when a magical ray hit Estarossa, freeing the king.

" Hm ? Master Meliodas !" exclaimed Chandler.

" Merlin ?!"

The magician landed before him. Estarossa straightened.

" Well ! This must be karma. How about we resume our little fight ?" intervened Escanor, walking.

" Gladly." smiled the demon.

" I'll handle the other two. So master Meliodas, please don't interfere you'll soon be free of these vermins." added Chandler.

" I don't intend to join you." replied the one.

Merlin was the first to strike. Chandler repelled her attack with a move of his cane. Merlin took the hit.

" Merlin ?!" called Arthur.

It was like she disappeared. But she just shrank in the form of a little girl. Chandler recognized her. He raised his stick again. Arthur moved : he launched an attack before grabbing Merlin and ran away. Meliodas faced his former master. His eyes went dark.

Meanwhile, Arthur found a secret passage he engulfed in. There, he slid against a wall. Merlin felt the ground made of stone under her bare feet. He had carried her in his arms. She stoop up and backed away.

" Arthur." she said.

He was out of breath. Finally, he raised his head. After a while, he gave her an indecipherable look. She leaned eyes again. Damn, why wasn't she able to face him ? Arthur stood up.

" You stay here." he announced.

" What ?! You can't be serious ?"

" Merlin, for once in your life do as you're told. You're to stay here until I come to fetch you, am I clear ?" resumed Arthur.

" But …"

" Am. I. Clear ?"

Merlin tightened her fist. She came here to protect him, to help him and atone for what she did.

" Why … Not because I'm in this form means that I'm weak !" she exclaimed.

Arthur sighed.

" I never said that. Wait for me, alright ?"

" Arthur, you can't possibly expect me to nicely wait here while you're fighting !"

He looked at her, then crouched.

" I don't want you to be hurt. So you stay here and that's final."

On that, he exited the passage, leaving a confused Merlin. On the way, he crossed Zeldoris' path. Arthur didn't stop and unsheathed his sword. Next thing the demon knew he was jumping high to avoid the attack. He landed behind the young king. That one turned fast and downed his weapon. Zeldoris blocked it with his fingers.

" Well hello, King Arthur. We meet again." he said.

" And that's the last time. You will get out of my kingdom !" hissed Arthur.

Zeldoris released the weapon and dodged every offensive. He was obviously more trained than his sister. Suddenly, Zeldoris approached his fingers and gave him a flick on the forehead. That was enough to make him fall. Arthur stood up and charged again. But he couldn't hit the demon no matter what. However, that one wasn't responding either. What was he meaning of that ?

" He's toying with me ! But … why is he looking at me that way ?"

Zeldoris was giving him an amused look. Arthur was wondering if he should continue this fight.

" Well ? Is that all you got ?" asked Zeldoris.

" Grrr !"

Arthur sent a magic wave.

" Stop toying with me !" he yelled charging.

Zeldoris parried all his attacks, but it was becoming harder. He had to find a way to end this quickly. However, the young king began to be out of breath. Suddenly, a ball rolled between Arthur's legs. Recognizing what it was, both jumped backward. Morgan grabbed her brother and forced him to flee.

" What are you doing ? I can beat him !" exclaimed Arthur while she opened a secret passage.

" Yes of course ! You're out of breath and barely standing on your legs !" replied Morgan.

True, he was pretty tired. Before fighting the demons inside he did it outside. His sister asked him where was Merlin. She didn't see her with the other Sins. Arthur said he left her in a secret passage. Morgan continued to walk. The castle was shaking. They arrived near the biggest fight. It appeared that Estarossa was quite in a bad state. Chandler too. Estarossa was lying on the ground. King used his ability to worsen their wounds. Another hit and they will be done for.

" Where's Zeldoris ? Is he trying to find and protect his girl instead of helping us ?" wondered Estarossa.

King made some moves while Escanor raised his axe again. Meliodas was getting ready too, so were the others.

" This is bad Chandler. I think … we'll have to retreat." smiled Estarossa.

" Nghk ! As much as it pains me, you're right."

They escaped trough a window. Arthur went to look through another one. The demons were gone. It was over. He let a sigh of relief.

" We did it. Camelot is free."

"I'll handle things from here. Go find Merlin." announced Morgan.

" Thank you, sis."

Arthur exited. He almost ran to where he left the magician. When he opened the passage, she was here, back in her adult form. Arthur smiled nicely to her, and invited her to come out.

" Is … is it over ?" she asked.

"Yes. We won."

Merlin went out. He leaded her to where everyone was. They greeted her. Morgan wondered if Zeldoris left the palace. She went to give orders to heal the wounded, as well as looking for him. But he was nowhere to be found.

" So. That's probably the last time we saw each other." she thought.

She had an indefinable feeling about this. Oh well, it was probably better that way. Away from the castle, Zeldoris has joined his brother and Chandler. He looked at the castle. It was over.