Chapter 10 Just some love

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Merlyn felt like she was walking on air the next day. She was in a bubble of happiness. Arthur was alive and he wanted to be with her. They had kissed and he had told her he loved her! Arthur loved her! There was only one thing that made her apprehensive. Her magic. He didn't know and she didn't know how he will take it if he finds out but even that didn't put a damper on her joy. There was a knock on her door and it was Morris holding a bunch of flowers. "Morris?" she said in surprise not expecting him but feeling joy at the sight of the flowers.

"Good morning my Lady. This is for you from the prince." Merlyn smiled taking the flowers. They were beautifully arranged with wild and garden flowers. "Thank you Morris." Merlin said breathing in and taking in their sweet scent. Morris smiled and left leaving Merlyn in her own world which was filled with Arthur. She placed the flowers in an empty vase and began fingering them. "They must be special flowers for you to be smiling like this my lady." Merlyn turned to see Gwen giving her a knowing look having just entered and she smiled. "Are they from the prince?" asked Gwen. "Yes." said Merlyn running her fingers on the petals. "They are beautiful." "I am sure he woke Morris up really early for him to pick these." Gwen laughed. "I am sure he did but it is the thought that counts." "Yes it is."

Merlyn took great care getting dressed that day just wanting to look good for Arthur. She wore a red dress and she left her hair down. Gwen styled it such that it fell in gentle waves to her back with a side bang. She felt beautiful. She went about her duties but everyone could see she was in a great mood even Gaius. She was disappointed when she didn't see Arthur much of the morning. She wanted to thank him for the flowers! She shared lunch with Morgana. It was quite funny seeing as Morgana wanted to know what had happened between her and Arthur but like any other sibling, she couldn't stomach the thought of Arthur kissing or being called a great kisser or attractive in that way. Merlyn had so much fun reeling the princess but all in all, Morgana was really happy for them.

Merlyn went by her day sneaking looks at Arthur who was training his knights but she still didn't get to talk to him. She wondered briefly if he was avoiding her but she pushed the thought away instantly. He had sent her beautiful flowers in the morning. He hadn't changed his mind. It was around dinner time when she was about to order for her dinner when there was a knock. It was Morris with a message from Arthur requesting her for dinner in his quarters. Merlyn grinned filled with anticipation and happiness. She freshened up changed and then dismissed Gwen amidst the teasing. Morgana helped her dress complaining all the while asking what she truly saw in Arthur.

Arthur sat on his chair anxiously waiting for her. The room was bathed in candle light and it set a romantic mood. There was a soft knock and he knew it was her. she was the only one who knocked that way. He smiled and went to open the door. His heart nearly stopped when he looked at her. She looked absolutely beautiful wearing his favorite dress, a red halter dress with gold linings and belt. Her black hair was let down wavy going to her back. He admired her soft pale skin, her blue eyes with the long lashes, the pink soft lips he wished to taste now and the slim shoulders he wanted to bury his face in. She smelled faintly of roses, her usual scent. He smiled and let her.

Merlyn entered and Arthur closed the door locking it. He didn't want to be disturbed. "No one will disturb us." He said looking back at her smiling as he saw her eyes sparkling at the candle light dinner. Her hair shinned in the candlelight which illuminated her skin. "You look beautiful." a faint blush graced Merlyn's cheeks as she smiled up at him looking at him from under the long lashes. "You look handsome." her voice was shy. He walked over and pushed her chair for out her stealing a soft kiss. Just the short contact was enough to give them goose bumps. She smiled sitting down. Silently he began serving her and she looked surprised but delighted. "My lady." He said graciously presenting her with the meal.

Merlyn laughed amused and very impressed when Arthur actually served her. He looked so adorable piling her plate and pouring her wine like that. "Thank you my Lord." said Merlyn and he sat down in front of her. The dinner was relaxed and they talked laughed just like old times only that now, they held hands, stole kisses. In truth she had never had such a fulfilling dinner both emotional and physical.

After their dinner, Arthur took her hand and led her to the fireplace. He sat behind her and Merlyn placed her head on his shoulder his arms around her. She felt so at comfortable and at ease with Arthur. They talked about everything, themselves, Uther, the kingdom. "I love you so much Merlyn. I feel so at ease with you like I can tell you anything." Merlyn leaned in and kissed him passionately. "I love you too Arthur and you can tell me anything. I will be here for you." "And I for you." they shared another kiss this time slow and leisurely but no less passionate. They both didn't want the night to end but they knew Merlyn couldn't sleep in his room. It wouldn't be proper not to mention what would happen if Uther found out.

Arthur escorted Merlyn to her chambers where it took him 30 minutes before he could leave. She was so addictive holding her close and kissing her. He kissed Merlyn one last time then left leaving her in cloud 9.

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