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Merlin got Arthur dressed in silence. He wanted nothing more than to make him feel better, but he has no idea how he can do it. So, he only worked in silence, trying to give him the moral support he needs without saying a thing.
"Merlin?" Arthur was unsure what he wants to ask. Merlin gave him a questioning look. "Thank you, for everything. I know I am not one of the easiest people to handle and was properly even worse than normal. Thank you that you for not leaving." Arthur tens up a little when he felt Merlin's arms going around his shoulders. For a few beats he froze before sinking against Merlin, wrapping his arms around his waist.
Arthur nuzzled into Merlin shoulder, breathing in, he could smell herbs and wood on Merlin. Merlin smelled like a warm summer day. They stood there for another few seconds before Merlin gently pulled back, giving Arthur a warm smile.
Arthur wished that they did not have to go anywhere, just wanting to stay here where it was warm and safe.
Merlin gently run his fingers trough Arthur's hair making sure that it was neat. "Arthur, if you need to leave tonight, please leave." Merlin's voice pushed Arthur out of his own thoughts, and he realised he still had dinner with his father.
Merlin gently rubbed his thumbs over Arthur's hand, giving him something to focus on. "If you need me to make a distraction I will. Just signal it." The words gave Arthur a pause. He realised again in how lucky he is, to have Merlin with him. "Thank you." Arthur gave Merlin a grateful smile and started to make for the door.
When they got to the room they normally dined in, Arthur could not help but to stop. The fear of doing something wrong makes his pulse race slightly. He knows that there is nothing to be worried about, but at the same time he could not help but fear Uther. Knowing that he would punish anyone going against him.
Uther gave Arthur a smile when he walked in. Arthur heart sank a little bit when he realised that Morgana was not there yet. Would this be an alone dinner? He could feel how his heart rate started to go up.
Uther got up when he saw that Arthur was pail. "Arthur? Are you alright?" He tried to make sure that his voice is as non-treating as possible. Arthur could only nod. "Come sit down, you look like you are going to fall over." Uther helped Arthur into the seat. He quickly realised that it was he that had that effect on Arthur.
He swallowed around the knob in his throat. "Arthur, if you rather eat dinner in your chambers, that will not be a problem." He winched slightly at how his voice sounded. Arthur only shook his head. He can do this.
Both looked up when the door was slammed open and Morgana walked into the room. Arthur felt how relieve flooded his system. He was never as glad as he was now to see his sister.
Sorry that this is short. Next chapter would be longer again. Hope you have enjoyed it.