Author's Note: This one is connected somewhat to the previous drabble, as it involves Arthur expressing very similar feelings. I hope no one thinks it's out of character, but I honestly think he feels safe when he's around Merlin, as Merlin lets him be himself. However, he's bound to feel a lot more confused about why this is so, since he doesn't have the knowledge of their shared destiny that Merlin has. Please enjoy and review!
Disclaimer: I obviously do not own Merlin.
Chapter 35: A Truly Ridiculous Sense of Safety
Arthur is used to feeling secure in the knowledge that few have the skill to harm him. When that feeling gets another facet after meeting Merlin, he doesn't think much about it.
When he finally understands the feeling, he can't understand how it happened.
Merlin is an idiot and useless with a sword, but Arthur feels safe around him somehow. Merlin likes him for the person he is, not caring about his title.
Around Merlin, he doesn't need to be the undefeated warrior, the powerful future king. He just needs to be Arthur.
Somehow, he can't help responding to that.