Merlin's Mistake

Hello to all of my lovely readers! Here is a (slightly angsty) drabble for your enjoyment.

Disclaimer: 'Merlin' doesn't belong to me.

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"What… are you…" Arthur paused, trying to think of the right words to express what he was feeling. He cleared his throat and tried again.

"What is wrong with you?"

Merlin stared at him for a long moment, his expression inscrutable, before turning away.

"I wish I knew", he whispered, his words a mere breath.

"Arthur." Merlin looked up from where he had been making the King's bed. He looked scared, young and vulnerable, and despite himself, Arthur felt his heart ache for the young man before him.

"Arthur", Merlin said again, "What are you going to do to me?"

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