Hello! All you…Fan's! And also awesome other people who follow, favorite, and review! Ya…well anyhow! I just like to say that this chapter will be really important and don't worry, im not going to end quest for Excalibur so soon! So don't worry about that! And look up Mere888, and so ya! Im awesome! Ladies Layered Medieval Dress (the one Darcy wears for the coronation!) Medieval Maidens Everyday Dress (Is the one Harriet wears at the coronation!) Medieval Maidens Mulberry Overdress (Is Hermione's coronation dress!) Lady's Casual Castle Dress (and finally Ronda!) Robin of Locksley Complete Outfit (Couldn't help myself, you have to love Sir Morgana!)
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If you pick us do we not bleed? If you tickle us do we not laugh? If you poison us do we not die? And if you wrong us shall we not revenge?- William Shakespeare.
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The shadow of a sorceress known as Nimueh walked among coffins of undead knights, she stopped at a specific sarcophagus. With her hand outstretched Nimueh begins to chant a spell.
"Cum parum animi furore irae excitandis, ut sitim vindicate vindictam Victoria quaeram quod perdideris UTHER PENDRAGON!" Nimueh watched in excited smugness as the lifeless corpse once again came to life, smiling widely as it broke away from its ceiled coffin.
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"Do you solemnly swear to govern this kingdom and its dominions? According to the status, customs, and laws laid down for years?" King Uther questioned his young and only son as he was being crowned by his father true prince of Camelot, seeing as he had come of age.
"I do sire." Prince Arthur replied with certainty. Making Hermione and Merlin share a pleased look.
"Do you promise to exercise mercy? Justice, and your deeds and judgments?"
"I do sire." Arthur repeated once again. Ronda frowned in discomfort as Harriet squeezed her hand, Harriet had been looking forward to this ceremony more than Ronda had but when Harriet flashed her a smile Ronda plastered one on just to keep Harriet happy.
Looking off to the side Ronda noted that Darcy had on yet another silver dress. The dress resembles an under dress with a subtle sweetheart neckline, accented by a sleeveless robe overlay. The overlay features a laced-up closure about the waist, while the dress itself has long, small bell sleeves. Touches of the dresses secondary color act as trim which is white, along the lower skirt hem, along the sleeves, and along the neckline. Which in truth resembles an Underdress with an Outer Robe.
Ronda had quite the time helping Darcy put her hair in what they call a "Dutch Style braid" it worked on her nerves the way Malfoy kept insulting her, up till the point she put up a silencing charm around Darcy…well until Malfoy figured it out and undid it.
But in all honesty, Malfoy looked lovely in both her dress and hair…and Ronda took all the credit.
But a deeper part of herself made Ronda self concuss about herself, looking down at herself she found herself quite bigger than the other girls. Her hair less volume or silky, just flat. Her face was more blotchy thanks to being a Weasley as well as imperfect manners.
"And do you swear allegiance to Camelot? Now and for as long as you shall live?" Uther continued, tapping Arthur's shoulder's with his staff.
"I Arthur Pendragon, to pledge life and allegiance to your service and the protection of the kingdom and its people." The Prince swore, making Gwen, Hermione and Merlin share another pride filled look.
Ronda took a glance at Harriet who was transfixed on Prince Arthur, another jab of pain filled Ronda as she compared herself to Harriet.
Harriet was wearing a pure white dress, features a loose-fitting and straight-forward design. The fabric, and the fit, ensure that the dress is every bit as comfortable to wear as it is lovely to look at. The dress features a wide neckline that is designed to rest across and expose the tops of the shoulders. It has full length sleeves and a full length skirt as well. It is adorned with olive lined trim accents along the neck, sleeve cuffs, and skirt hem.
Harriet's hair was down and in nicely done waves that looked fresh and alive and also slightly wavy, it looked shinny and healthy but yet also some was still sticking all over the place but still. It only served as a reminder that in looks she was out pegged.
Even sneaking a peak behind her she could see Hermione in her Teal blue dress; the overdress is made from soft cotton velvet. It is completely sleeveless with square neckline accented by colorful trim, but she wore a long white blouse underneath that made her skin shine. Her hair which was still a little frizzy still was pretty in an up do.
Ronda looked down with a long sigh, her dress is entirely light brown in color, and is made from 100 percent light-weight Muslin cotton. It is features an undecorated v-shaped neckline, along with full-length bell-sleeves that are decorated with a brown-lined band at the elbow. The same decoration is mimicked on the waist of the dress. The dress closes in the front using a series of buttons, while it also secures in the back using elastic smocked insets. The interior of the dress is fully-lined.
Truth be told, Ronda felt like the ugly friend… Ronda came out of her thoughts as another tight squeeze from Harriet informed her that King Uther had taken to crowning the Prince.
"Now being of age and heir of importance, from hens forth, you shall be crowned prince of Camelot!" Ronda clapped along in respect as the King placed the crown on the young Prince's head. She didn't over do it like Harriet who watched him, looking ready to burst with pride.
Harriet looked a little sheepish, but Ronda soothed her nervousness with a jab in the side good naturally, Harriet flashed a thankful smile. As Harriet's eyes wondered towards the front where Sir Morgana stood just behind the king.
Ronda could of drooled right there, if it wouldn't have been if Malfoy wouldn't have chewed her ear off afterwards. Sir Morgana wore Heavy two-piece garment consists of a corduroy undershirt with padded and studded sleeves and a quilted sleeveless gambeson that goes over the undershirt. Both pieces are chocolate brown corduroy, the pants are a Medium colored Brown and go nicely with the shirt, which is Green, so it has a nice Forest Look to it when worn together and the pants also feature hand stitching down the length of the pants in a lighter brown color. The Shirt is stylish and durable. The deep hunter green color, along with Leather lace-up front and button wrist.
His red cape with the Pendragon symbol stood out proudly, and with great design, yep it was official Harriet was one lucky girl to be working for him.
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"So how does it feel to serve the crown prince of Camelot?" Hermione heard Gwen ask Merlin. "Washing his royal socks will be even more of a privilege." Hermione smirked at his sarcastic comment.
"You're proud of him, even though you pick on him constantly." Gwen teased, drawing a small grin to Hermione's face.
"No im not." Merlin denied. "You are I can see it in your face, aren't I right Hermione?" Gwen asked, looking over Merlin's shoulder to stare at her.
"Of course you are Gwen." Hermione played along. "His socks are very clean of course im proud of him." Merlin relented, giving into the girls who had matching smiles.
All their joy and peaceful occasion was ruined by an uninvited guest, who crashed in through the window on a chestnut horse that Hermione couldn't identify. The man came through the window at top speed, shattering the glass across guest and unfortunately both Ronda and Harriet.
Prince Arthur along with all the other knights pulled out their swords, and stood in defense waiting to see what the unknown intruder next move would be.
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"What in the devils name?" Ronda heard the king mutter, but she was busy checking over herself and Harriet. They both seemed to be fine, nothing life threatening, just a few cuts thanks to the glass.
Approaching slowly the black knight road forward, making the guest go still in a tense silence. No one moved, unsure of the intentions this unknown black rider would do.
"Who the bloody hell is this guy?" Ronda wondered, glancing at Harriet who returned her puzzled stare.
The unknown man road up, stopping straight in front of Prince Arthur, his dented helmet gave nothing away expression wise. With a toss of the black knights hand, a gantlet was thrown before Arthur.
The majority of the occupancy in the room looked ready to wet themselves in Ronda's option. Yet she couldn't help but be placed in suspense herself as Arthur glanced down at the gantlet and reached down for it…
Only for a much scrawnier boy, who apparently was a knight take it instead. Beating Arthur to the duel instead.
"I, Sir Owain, accept your challenge." The Boy said with certainty.
"Single battle, noon tomorrow, to the death." The black knight said, in such a lofty tone of detachment that Ronda thought at first she was hearing one of Professor Cuthbert Binns lectures.
And just like that the black knight left as he had come, leaving behind a state of turmoil for all the celebration guest and royals alike.
"Well that was quite an entrance." Ronda tried to joke to Harriet, receiving a glare in return for her attempt at lighting the mood.
"Ya, I didn't think it was that funny either." Ronda thought in despair.
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"Have you ever seen this black knight before?" Merlin questioned his guardian, watching him make potions while Hermione was out.
"I don't believe so." Gaius replied, not looking away from his task. "Didn't recognize his crest?" Merlin baited.
"Crest?" Gaius questioned.
"Which house is he?" Merlin pressed, his curiosity peaked.
"I don't know, I didn't see it that clear." Gaius turned away, once again detached from the conversation.
"Not something you would forget in a hurry." Merlin put out, getting a look from Gaius. "No." Was Gaius simple reply.
"So, you're saying he's not from around here?"
"That would seem likely." Gaius muttered, not impressed in the least.
"What's he doing here?" Merlin questioned.
"Merlin, your faith in my all seeing knowledge, is both touching and holy misplaced. Now if you finished your work, you should go to bed and leave me to finish mine." Gaius retorted, giving Merlin a clear dismissal.
"Ok…Gaius" Merlin turned back around for another minute. "Merlin!" Gaius countered irritation in his voice. "Do you think Owain can beat him?"
"We'll find out soon enough." Gaius replied vaguely, watching his nephew leave to his own courtiers.
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"He had no right; he shouldn't have picked up the gantlet!" Arthur ranted, Sir Morgana stood ridged in understanding. Harriet unfortunately didn't understand the sympathy that Morgana shared with Arthur.
"So put an end to it!" Harriet cut in, drawing Arthur's attention onto her. "I cant, the duel has already been token up, theres nothing I can do." Arthur sighed, Harriet's face lit up in disbelief.
"Than fight in his place, you're the best fighter…well one of the best fighters in all of Camelot!" Harriet pointed out, glancing from both Morgana and Arthur.
"I can't." Arthur groaned out, making Harriet confused and upset.
"Well, why not?" She huffed. "Owain, picked up the gantlet, Owain is the one that must fight. And that is the knight's code." Arthur stated, making Harriet's face drain of color.
"He knew that…"
"But it's the fight to the death!" Harriet pleaded, padding after Arthur as Morgana took up the rear.
"I know…" Arthur whispered, leaving the room. Harriet tried to follow, but Morgana put a hand on her shoulder signaling with his head, not to follow.
"Oh, Morgana what are we going to do?" Harriet whispered, her face shadowed in grief at the thought of someone, yet again, dying while she was there to witness it.
"There's nothing we can do for now…but wait…you don't have to come and watch tomorrow." Morgana pointed out, allowing her to slip from his grasp and sit on one of his dinning room chairs.
"I feel like I couldn't live with myself if I didn't." Harriet confessed, looking up at Morgana with a guilty expression on her face. "You really don't have to though; I would like it if you could be far from this kind of tragedy that will occur." Morgana came to take a seat on the opposite side, gazing at her from the other end of the table.
Harriet almost snorted, but instead sighed. If only she had someone like Morgana there throughout her Hogwarts years. Someone who actually cared enough to try and defend her…it could have been easier to bear.
"No, I will go tomorrow…and don't you try and stop me." Harriet glared as Morgana opened his mouth to object. Sir Morgana snapped his mouth shut, it tightened on reflex, he really didn't want Harriet there tomorrow but…this was Harriet, and even if it pained him. He knew he couldn't stop her one way or another.
"I just don't want you to be prepared to see someone die." Morgana whispered, eyes filled with pain for his friend.
"Don't worry, worry more on Owain." Harriet muttered softly, smiling weakly at him as they sat in silence.
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"Gaius! Thank god!" Geoffrey of Monmouth said in relief as he saw his old friend.
"you know why im here." Gaius said, getting right to the point. "Black Knight?" Geoffrey confirmed. "So it is he." Gaius replied.
"Saw his crest."
"Have you confirmed it?" Gaius questioned his old friend. Who nodded his head. "It is the crest of Tristan De Bois." Geoffrey was quick to confirm.
"And he is the only De Bois, to have ever carried such a crest." Gaius sighed, coming to stand next to his friend.
"According to the records." Geoffrey said with a shrug, confirming Gaius already known suspension.
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So stopping it here! Sorry! I just started back to school today! Also don't worry; I will try to have another chapter up soon! And also I only had half a day today because it started to snow! Ya Wahoo! Also still thinking about another new story to do! Also does anyone know how to put up polls like some people have on their profiles? I would like to do something like that to see if anyone would actually do it! Well if not whatever! I hope you liked it! Another chapter coming soon! Also look up Mere888, because she is my Bafe! And review!