Author's Note: Here's another part to the series. Enjoy!
Disclaimer: I unfortunately do not own Merlin.
Chapter 25: Waking (part 6 of 8)
Merlin began shaking his shoulder gently, and Arthur jolted awake, panting. His eyes darted around as he tried to understand where he was.
Merlin called his name and tightened his grip, trying to get Arthur to focus on him. Merlin would have wanted to draw his friend into an embrace, but he knew the prince would not take that well.
Finally Arthur's eyes settled on him, and he started to calm. Once he understood what must have happened though, Arthur's expression became embarrassed. He looked like he was about to order Merlin away.
"Arthur it's alright. Let me help you."
