Mordred POV

I moved in the forest with Arthur and the rest of his Knights. We moved as a group, searching the forest for any trace of the prisoner Gilli. It was difficult to pick up any tracks. I had a feeling that the tracks were being wiped away with magic. Very strong magic. I hadn't expected the boy to have such powerful magic.

I moved away from the rest of the group. I focused on the ground, I hoped that I could pick up the trail. The magic must have been very powerful. I was barely able to pick anything up. Only the faintest of broken branches or half foot prints.

"I found the trail," I said.

They all looked around to face me.

"Well done Mordred," Arthur said.

I nodded; we moved forward picking up speed as we went.

"It seems as if there are two sets of tracks." I said.

Arthur seemed to agree. "It seems he had help. We are searching for a traitor that will join Gilli in the flames as well.

I sighed; why did sorcerers have to interfere. I had my own plans. Merlin seemed to be unwilling to show Arthur the true nature of magic, so I have decided to step in.

I had come to Camelot with two reasons. One I had a debt to pay. Arthur had saved my life, and I owed him. Secondly I came to see if Arthur was truly worthy. I had succeeded in paying my debt. And I had observed the comings and goings of Camelot for months. It was clear to me that Merlin had no intention of revealing himself and his true nature to Arthur. I had not yet figured out the reason, for it was clear that Merlin and Arthur had a strong and nearly unbreakable bond. I had come to the conclusion that Merlin would need encouragement, in order to fulfill his destiny. Once this matter and the rouge Druids had been dealt with, and I had gained Merlin's trust I will make my move. I shall show Arthur the truth about his dearest friend.

I needed to do this. It was time someone did something. Magic and all magical beings deserved peace. They deserved freedom. Merlin owed it to them.

Merlin POV

I sat on the ground completely exhausted. I could not move another mile. Gilli on the other hand was pacing.

I knew that Kilgharrah was on his way. I heard the wings, my friend was only minutes away. I saw him in the sky.

"Why have you summoned me?" He asked as he flew to the ground.

"I need help," I said; I thought it was obvious.

I barely heard the faint breaks of twigs in the forest.

"It's real." Gilli exclaimed. The amazement in his voice was clear.

I chuckled. "Yes he is real."

Kilgharrah sighed, I doubt he liked the fact that he was assumed to be dead.

"This is your fault, if you hadn't insited on faking my death, no one would doubt me."

"I had to keep you alive," Merlin countered. "Anyways back to the task in hand. I have to get Gilli out of Camelot and find those Druids again."

Kilgharrah looked down at Merlin. "Are you alright?"

"Yes, Gilli almost killed me. Other than that I am great."

"Not funny" Gilli moaned; it was as if he was afraid that Kiligaharah would kill him.

Kilgharrah looked between Gilli and I. "You did something foolish haven't you, young warlock."

I sighed. "What is done is done. I couldn't let him just die, especially when the life of an innocent girl is on the line."

"Who?" Kilgharrah asked. It was clear he was suspicious.

I moaned; he always knew when I had acted rashly. "The Druid girl. Yes I know what group she is in. I don't care."

"Merlin you have acted rashly, this could cost you dearly," Kilgharrah said gravely.

I knew that there was a chance that bad things could happen, I knew I had taken a risky gamble, but I wasn't a traitor. I didn't forget to protect my own kind. I would not let my friend get executed.

"I know that!" I said with exasperation. "I know that I have responsibilities, Arthur, Camelot, and Albion, but Gilli is my friend."

Kilgharrah looked at me with judgement; "Are you sure that this has nothing to do with the fact that those Druids judged you. Did you act so rashly to prove that you still support your own kind."

I didn't know what to say to that.

Gilli looked at me, as if he believed that I had selfish intentions.

I laughed; "Kilgharrah incase you haven't noticed I tend to do foolish and reckless things for my friends. Anyhow that is not the issue, Gilli and I have to locate the Druids, I have a girl to save."

Kilgharrah sighed; "I must warn you that this crusade you have to save everyone is dangerous, but the group hasn't moved; I have been keeping an eye on them."

"I guess they aren't that scared of me." I chuckled. They were about to be.

Gilli shook his head; "they are terrified of you, but I think they thought you would be dead."

"Doesn't matter, you, Gilli have to stay with Kilgharrah, I will go and save your love."

"NO!" Gilli shouted; "You have risked too much for me as it is. You are injured."

"You will only get in my way. I work alone, Gilli just stay safe."

He was standing firm.

I was too accustomed to stubbornness to be fazed.

"Look Gilli if you think you are stubborn you haven't met the King of Camelot. I will protect you, understand. That mean's you do what I say whether or not you like it." I commanded; I shared a look with Kilgharrah, he lowered his head.

"I hate being a mule." Kilgharrah said bitterly.

I couldn't help but laugh. "I know, you complain every time I ask for help, but please."

"Get on" Kilgharrah huffed.

Gilli was standing with his arms crossed; "I am coming with you."

I sighed; "why does everyone make it so difficult for me to save them."

With one swift movement I grabbed Gilli and used my magic to catapulte Gilli onto Kilgharrah's back.

"Merlin! Next time please be gentle." Kilgharrah moaned.

"MERLIN! Let me down." GIlli shouted.

I had the urge to laugh. "Kilgharrah could you please take GIlli somewhere safe, and I am sorry I won't do that again."

"Be careful young Warlock, these are dangerous times, even I can see that you aren't at full strength."

I sighed; Kilgharrah was right, but I wasn't going to let Gilli get hurt. I had enough blood on my hands.

"If Gilli get's too difficult feel free to knock him out." I was trying to sound confident. Like my usual self.

"MERLIN!" Gilli shouted he was trying to get down.

"Good Luck." Kilgharrah said as he flew away.

Merlin watched as they left. Just as Kilgharrah disappeared into the horizon, I sat down.

I was exhausted; I wanted to curl up into a ball and not move for a week.

But then I heard the rustle of leaves, the twigs breaking. I stood up immediately with my hands ready.

It was the Knights of Camelot, THE KNIGHTS OF CAMELOT!

In-front of the men I called friends was the one man who I had spent my life protecting; Arthur was looking at me with utter disgust.

Arthur didn't swing the sword I forged for him, but his eyes did more damage to me than that blade could ever.

Hey guys, I hope you like this chapter, I wanted to bring some more perspective in this.

I plan to have Arthur's perspective in the next chapter.

Anyhow I proof read this but I am sorry if i missed something,

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