Boy, you shouldn't get involved

Run while you have the chance to

Honey, 'cause you don't know me at all.

Don't love me, I'm quicksand.

Won't freeze, I'm sinking.

I'll pull you down if you try, try, try

You're in danger, no lie, lie, lie.

Don't love me, I'm quicksand

You'll be gone in the morning.

-Quicksand Whissell

Gaius looked up and saw the dirty, rotten vegetabled state he was in, "What did you do this time?"

Merlin assumed a defensive look, "Nothing. Honestly, it wasn't my fault. Arthur wanted to get out of going on patrol with Uther and the guard, so I covered for him."

Gaius frowned, "And Arthur was prepared to let you do this?"

"It was his idea."

Surprise took over Gaius's face, "And what made him neglect his duties? It must've been something terribly important."

Merlin smiled, "Sophia."

"The girl from the forest?"

"He wanted to take her out for the day. He's absolutely besotted."

The physician's eyebrows furrowed, "But they've only just met."

"I know, must've been love at first sight."

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"You're sure you'll be alright?"

Sophia nodded, "Yes. Thank you for today," she leaned up and kissed him on the cheek, "Goodnight Arthur."

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Morgana walked into Arthur's room, he looked up when and smiled, "Morgana to what do I owe the pleasure?"

Morgana closed the door and leaned against the table in his room, "I wanted to talk to you about Sophia…. You seem very fond of her."

Arthur frowned slightly, "You make it seem like a bad thing."

"Not necessarily. I've just never seen you fall under a women's spell so quickly."

The prince now had a teasing glint in his eyes, "If you're jealous, Morgana, it's okay to admit it."

Morgana snorted, "Don't flatter yourself."

"Oh come on. It wouldn't be the first time now would it?"

"Arthur I'm trying to protect you! She isn't what she seems."

"What makes you say that?"

Morgana crossed her arms, "I just have a feeling," her voice lowered, almost imperceptibly, "It's difficult to describe. I had a dream. A nightmare."

Arthur laughed, "You really are sweet Morgana."

"Why are you laughing?"

Arthur smiled wide, "You! Your feelings, bad dreams. You don't have to make this stuff up. You can tell me the truth. It's obvious you like me."

The lady scowled, "Less and less by the second."

"Alright. Whatever you say."

"You're intolerable, just hope I'm wrong about her."

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Merlin looked at the scene before him with wide eyed astonishment, "You're dressed!"

Arthur rolled his eyes, "Nothing gets past you, does it Merlin?"

Merlin held out the selected clothing for today, "You're supposed to be wearing these! Your father's bestowing a knighthood on one of your men this morning!"

Arthur shrugged, "I'm giving it a miss."

"Won't the king mind?"

"Not if you, uh, cover for me again. By the way. Thanks for yesterday. Heard you ended up in the stocks. Bad luck."

"They were throwing potatoes at me. It's only supposed to be rotten fruit!"

Arthur looked thoughtful for a moment, "I'm not sure there's any hard-and-fast rules, but if it's any consolation, I think it was worth it."

Merlin smiled, "It went well?"

"Great. Fantastic. She's incredible."

Merlin nodded and said, "Don't worry. I'll find a way to get you out of it."

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That night when he delivered the food to Elin he still smelt like vegetables.

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"What do you know about seers Merlin."

Merlin shrugged, "Not much. They're supposed to be able to see the future, like prophets."

"It's said to be an innate ability. Those who have it are born that way. Some aren't even aware that they see the future. It comes to them in dreams."

"What's this got to do with Sophia?"

Gaius shifted in his seat, "The night before she and Aulfric came to Camelot, Morgana had a dream. Sophia was in it."

"Before she arrived in Camelot?"

"I've been watching Morgana since she was very young. And though I tried to persuade myself otherwise, I realized that some of the things she said she'd dreamt came to pass. I kept it secret from Uther, of course. The gift of prophecy is too close to the work of magic."

"You think Morgana is a seer?"

Gaius shook his head, "I fear it. Morgana said she saw Sophia kill Arthur."

"It could've been someone who looked like Sophia."

"That's what I hoped. But Aulfric caught me in Sophia's room and, in a flash of anger, his eyes changed color. I worry about what they plan with Arthur."

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Merlin ran back to Camelot with the plan of the Sidhe, not stopping once.

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Uther walked out of the main hall with Morgana at his side, "You're not planning any surprises on me, are you?"

Morgana looked at Uther, confused, "Aren't you going to take this a bit more seriously?"

"He's young, foolish and in love. Give it a week and he'll be chasing after the next girl that catches his eye."

Morgana scowled, "Sophia will never let that happen."

"Do you bear a grudge against out guest?"

Morgana sighed, "There's something about her I don't trust. You've seen the way Arthur changed since she's arrived."

"He's a fool in love."

"She's dangerous."

Uther's eyebrows raised, "Dangerous? To who?"

"Arthur."

"Why do you say that?"

"I just have a feeling. I don't know how to explain it."

Uther looked at her, concerned, "Try. Whatever it is you can tell me."

Morgana at first, tried to put it into words. But then she stopped and looked at Uther and instead said, "I've just seen girls like this before. They string men along and then drop them. I don't want to see him get hurt."

Uther pat her shoulder, in an attempt to console her, "Some lessons we have to learn for ourselves. He'll hurt for a week and then Sophia will be forgotten."

"I hope so."

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Merlin felt proud of himself.

More so than usual, he stopped Arthur from dying (again), the buzzing noise stopped, and he got to say that he knocked out Arthur. In all, it was an amazing day.

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"When you failed to show up to patrol this morning, I feared you eloped with Sophia in a fit of passion."

Arthur said nothing simply gesturing to his manservant, "I- I wish he had. Because then I wouldn't be stood in front of you feeling like an idiot… again."

Uther frowned, "This is becoming a near daily occurrence with you."

"But there was a mistake. And I would not say it was anyone's fault, not- not really," he looked at Arthur who's lips had thinned, "Er, you- you could say it was mine."

"Can somebody tell me what happened?"

Merlin started to speak.

"Somebody with a brain."

Arthur stepped forward, "After Sophia left, I wanted to take my mind off of her, so I went for a hunt."

Morgana gave Arthur a deadpan look, "And killing things mend a broken heart?"

Arthur looked at Morgana, "No, but its good fun." he looked back at his father, "Merlin was meant to inform you that I wouldn't be back till later today."

The King of Camelot looked at Merlin with curiosity, "Have you some kind of mental affliction?"

Merlin nodded, "Probably."

Gaius decided to speak, "I'm looking into it Sire."

"Well, I hope for our sake you find a cure. Or we'll find ourselves with a food shortage on our hands."

Merlin couldn't help but laugh, "Food shortage," then the smile went away, "Oh."

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Merlin set down the tray on the small desk that Elin had in her cell.

"Elin?"

She looked up, "Yes Merlin?"

"Are seers like me?"

Elin shook her head, "No one has your ability's."

"But could they develop magic. "

Elin shrugged, "Everyone can. But I suppose seers are more inclined to develop the gift yes. Why?"

"I have a friend. And she's a seer."

"And you want to know if she could develop magic," Elin finished.

Merlin nodded.

"Well, unless she actually learns the magic she shouldn't be able to cast anything."

"Why am I different?"

The question was spoken quietly, as if saying it louder would prevent the answer.

Elin smiled sadly, "You were chosen by Destiny. I wish I could tell you more, but that is all I know."

"How did you know it was me that was chosen?"

"Your magical aura. It's very unique."

Merlin, who was now sitting on the floor comfortable, despite the guards outside, tilted his head, "My aura?"

Elin nodded, "It's an old technique magic users used to do to identify rivals."

"I thought you weren't aloud to do magic in here."

"It's not magic, per say. Just something that you can be aware of."

Elin got up and picked an apple from her plate, and handed it to him, "Channel magic between the apple and you. And eventually you'll begin to see something around it, when you see it, try something else. With time, it can be something that you can do without magic."

Merlin looked at the apple and nodded, getting up, "Thanks, see you tomorrow Elin."


Hello! So I realized that I haven't been answering reviews so here is the 2nd round of answering really out of date questions! (and comments)

1. Karameiwaku- If you're still reading this story: Thank you for saying so! I honestly have a fun time writing this and reviews like yours honestly make my day!

2. Sageofchaos- First of all SageofChaos awesome name, I'm giving you internet pancakes because it's so amazing. Secondly I'm glad your enjoying my story it's always good knowing that people enjoy what I write.

3. xjmcx19- Sorry for the really late reply, I think by now everyone knows that my updates are few and far in between, but I can say that most likely I'm not updating within the next 2 weeks. Only because I have finals, but since my brain likes to rebel against my words there is a chance that there will be an update within that time period.

4. Emilyh16- I'm glad that you're sticking to my story Emily! As I'm sure I've said before I honestly didn't expect so many people to enjoy my story. And the fact that you've chosen to tell me about it makes me all the more happier!

So here is the latest batch of answers along with a maybe update confirmation? I don't know. Most of the time my writing just happens. Also Elin teaching Merlin! I know someone said on AO3 that they wanted to see that and I know that it was something I wanted to see, so I'm glad I got to work it in finally!

Also if you have questions, or comments, or hate, or whatever feel free to tell me. I will most likely answer the hate will sarcasm but hey, you'll get a spot on my page of answers.

I think that's it for today.

*Hands SageofChaos their pancakes*

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