quite a short chapter. but when i tried to make it longer it just didn't work as well. i hope you all like it despite the shortness. also I'm starting to notice that i tend to be posting new chapters on Sundays. so its less sporadic than i thought it would be in terns of up dating. but still it may bee earlier or later. this is pretty much Gwen's chapter. i know not everyone likes her, but i kinda do. hence why what happens this chapter happens. i still don't own Merlin. I'm just playing with the characters for amusement and adding in my own versions of existing characters in the mythology. read on and um enjoy?
of kings and maids
As Gwen approached the council chambers she was getting more and more confused. Servants she passed would smile and pat her on the back, soldiers would stand to attention or bow. When the doors were opened the first thing Gwen noticed was that Uthur was not the only king in the room, and on seeing her, Uthur smiled fondly and beckoned her and sir Leon over to the where he stood. "Sir Leon, you found her good, good. Come here Guinevere." She moved over to stand in front of both kings curtsying.
"I'm sure you're wondering why you have been called here," she nodded having lost the ability to speak. Luckily the other king spoke up at that point "I had been wondering that myself Uthur. Why have you called me and this girl here?" Uthur sat down and motioned for the other two to sit down Leon who had been trying to make a subtle exit was beckoned over to the table as well. "in these past few days, few weeks much of what I know and much of what I believe has been called into question. My son is nearly ready to be king, I have no doubt that if I were to die today he would be a great leader. I have come to realise that much of that is down to his friend ship with Merlin. There are aspects of that boy I despise" Gwen looked down hearing the venom in Uthurs words when speaking of Merlin "but that his ease of character and wisdom, when it comes to my son are his saving grace, I realise now, given the situation. That it was Morgana who instigated the ruse that forced your feelings for my son into the open Gwen. That she would do something so unjust and unfair to one she saw as a sister sickens me." He looked across at the other king now "and this is where you come in. My son had no quarrel with your son but entered that duel anyway Odin" again Gwen looked up finally recognising the other king.
"Why are you bringing this up now Uthur? I have repented for sending that assassin" Uthur smiled "Odin. My son took your Childs life and I took Gwen's fathers. As I said Gwen was like a sister to Morganna not many know that Morganna was in actual fact my daughter. My son Arthur knows about it, Merlin has confirmed it to him, my son loves this girl sitting here. So here is why I have called you both here" Gwen reached across and took uthurs hand. An act forbidden to all, but sensing what was coming she took the risk. "it is improper for a prince to court and marry a commoner, but having known Gwen since childhood I can vouch for her dignity and grace. As a peace offering, I request that you accept Gwen as your ward and take her into your care so that she may" he was cut off by Odin standing up and pointing at Gwen "You! Did you know about this girl. What are your"
Gwen realising what was happening and knowing Odin's reputation stood up as well and brazenly pointed back at him "you dare speak to me that way sire! Do I look like I knew this would happen. I love prince Arthur but I have always been more than happy to let him marry another, one of noble birth. I have always known it is not my place to presume he would grow old a bachelor." Uthur hid a smile behind his hand as Gwen continued her rant "now I would be honoured to have a place in you house, and I know that Arthur regrets what happened to your son. Now if you can not be civil I shall take my leave," she paused sat down then said "sire"
Leon and Uthur were both trying very hard not to laugh knowing from Arthur, that Gwen when pushed was unafraid to speak her mind while still being polite enough to use titles, they both looked across at Odin to see him smiling before giving a short laugh.
"You have spark Guinevere, and are clearly tough, I like that in people, I think maybe it would be entertaining to have a daughter figure around the castle. If it suits you young lady I think I shall accept your proposal Uthur." Unsure of what to do as the kings started to make arrangements between themselves Gwen just sat there processing what had just happened. Had she really just been given over to Odin to be educated as his ward and surrogate daughter? Where had that come from? Before these thoughts could continue Sir Leon stood up smiled at her and said "milady, may I escort you to your home?" she stood up took a moment to smile her thanks to Uthur and curtsied towards Odin saying "M'lord I look forward to experiencing life amongst your court and promise you shall not regret this.
Sweeping out if the council chambers with Leon at her side she managed to make it to the end of the corridor before letting out a deafening yelp of glee and turned to hug Leon before hitting his arm "did you know?" His smile told her he had "and you couldn't give me any warning?" "It wasn't my place. So do you wish to go to your house to pack first or" she ran away from him calling over her shoulder something indistinguishable before he could finish his sentence, but he didn't need to ask, Sir Leon knew where she was headed.
short and sweet. so dum dum ddduuuuuuuuuum Gwen is being made a lady. yey!
but being sent away to do so. boo!
next chapter will be up next sunday if not sooner.
