Arthur's eyes widened, focusing on Merlin's chest. "Merlin, what hap-" Arthur's eyes darted around, instantly taking in what had happened. The enemy queen with her hand still outstretched to shake Arthur's. The archer, standing in the shadows, lowering his bow after his shot went amiss. And the archer's arrow, clearly meant for Arthur, now buried in Merlin's chest. Character death.
Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 8 - Words: 8,111 - Reviews: 122 - Favs: 415 - Follows: 190 - Updated: 4/7/2013 - Published: 3/10/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete