Truths, Untruths, and Other Happenings

by flaming-crystal-star

A collection of 100 word drabbles. Mostly based around Merlin and Arthur. Ch 78- Arthur did not understand yet the evils of sorcery. The intention behind the act did not matter. Who knew that better than he did?

67. Explanation

Author's Note: Here we have part 22 of my ongoing reveal arc. Thank you to everyone who has been reviewing, alerting, and following this story. You're all awesome. Read and review!

Disclaimer: I do not own Merlin.

Chapter 67- Explanation

"Sire, you know exactly why I couldn't trust you with my secrets. When we first met, you would have turned me in to your father without question. When we knew each other better, there was still always the risk that your father would find out about me or that you wouldn't accept what I am. Then you became king, and you had become so set against magic that I couldn't possibly tell you."

Merlin's eyes bored into Arthur's; trying to convince him of the truth.

"I needed to be alive, sire. How else would I be able to protect you?"