Dragon Twins
A/N: Thank you all for the lovely reviews. Fair warning…this chapter will have major cannon divergence…I do mean major. I will be changing a great deal in this chapter from what happened in the show because I was not happy with the way things played out…plus certain things will just not fit with the direction I'm taking this story in…so they have to change. Hopefully you'll all enjoy the changes.
Also, updates will be sporadic at best for awhile. My grandmother is turning 100 in August and my mother and I are deep in party planning mode right now. It's very crazy and we're going to have well over 100 people there so…yeah…not a lot of free time for a while, but I promise I will update when I can.
HPuni101: I hate how much she fears him in the show…he knows she's his daughter so I can't see him being so harsh with her. Like in the episode for this chapter…I was not pleased with his actions towards Morgana at all. With my version of Uther who is slowly being redeemed, I feel that he would be more open to Morgana's gifts. Also, Happy Easter to you as well, I actually celebrate Ostara but there's a lot of crossover between the two.
Chapter 8 – The Beginning of the End
A man and his young son are hurrying through the market until they reach a particular stall, the Herbalist's stall. The herbalist sells all manner of herbs, both local and exotic. The hooded man leans over and speaks in a hurried tone. The herbalist hands him a little pouch but looks apologetic as he does so.
"Do you have my supplies ready? We must leave the city without delay."
"Everything you asked for, it's all here. I'm sorry."
A group of Camelot's guards are trying to get through the crowds to where they are so the man and his son duck under the herbalist's stall and make a run for it. They end up having to enter the palace grounds and the when a guard jumps out at them he cuts the boy's arm. His screams are both external and internal, and his internal screams are projected outward by his magic. Merlin stops polishing Arthur's sword at the sound but brushes it off as his imagination at first. Marlena is so startled by the telepathic scream that she drops the bowl she'd been carrying for Gaius and rushes out the door, ignoring him calling after her in concern. The hooded man throws a spell at the guard who attacked the boy which throws him against the wall. The two are stuck on the drawbridge and the soldiers are closing in. The man, seeing that the boy cannot run far as injured as he is, uses a spell to make the heavy gates slide closed and urges the boy to run through them before they do. The man allows himself to be caught to by his son time to hide. Marlena makes her way out onto the steps as the boy's mental cries for help sound in her mind again, and this time Merlin doesn't dismiss it either and soon joins her on the steps.
"Merlin…over by that cart. We have to help him."
[Please. You have to help me.]
The boy's mental call goes out again and the twins realize he is looking right at them, and he knows they can hear him. Marlena gives Merlin a pleading look and he caves in a heartbeat.
[Help me.]
As the guards enter the square and begin searching for the boy Merlin turns to his sister with a curious and slightly panicked look. When the boy's mental voice comes again Merlin answers him, and Marlena reassures him.
"Please tell me you have a plan?"
[They're searching for me.]
[Why are they after you?]
[They're going to kill me.]
[No, little one…they most certainly are not. I will not allow it.]
"Guards! In here!"
As the guards draw ever closer Marlena gives Merlin a pointed look and he knows exactly what she wants…a distraction. As she makes her way to a partially hidden door by the stairs Merlin heads the opposite direction and causes a big scene by tripping into one of the ladies of the court, who then screeches for the guards because the commoner touched her without permission. The guards are set to arrest him until they realize who he is, and his inherent clumsiness manages to keep him out of trouble. While that was happening Marlena motioned for the boy to run to her, smiling softly when he did as she asked. She lead him into the castle and up towards Morgana's room, the only safe place she could think of at the time.
"Come with me little one. I know a place you will be safe until I can speak to the king."
[You can't…he'll kill me. He's already got my father…]
"Hush now. I know the King quite well little one. I am his court sorceress. My name is Marlena."
[I'm Mordred.]
"Pleased to meet you little Mordred. Ah, here we are. Morgana?"
Gwen opened the door and ushered them both inside. Morgana immediately rushed to Mordred's side in concern.
"What happened to the poor thing?"
"He had a run in with some of the guards…one of them did this. His father has already been captured. Can you watch over him for me? I need to speak with the king immediately."
"Of course."
"Merlin should be along shortly."
"Go, do what you can."
"Thank you Gana."
Marlena leaves the room and rushes straight to the Council Chambers where she finds Uther and Arthur arguing over the Druid man and his son.
"The Druid was only in Camelot to collect supplies. He meant no harm. Is it necessary to execute him?"
"Absolutely necessary. Those who use magic cannot be tolerated."
"The Druids are a peaceful people…and Marlena has magic remember?"
"Given the chance, they would return magic to the kingdom. They preach peace, but conspire against me. We cannot appear weak."
"Showing mercy can be a sign of strength."
"Our enemies will not see it that way. We have a responsibility to protect this kingdom. Executing the Druid will send out a clear message. Find the boy. Search every inch of the city."
"Majesty?"
"Marlena…little one…I…"
"These two have done nothing to deserve death Majesty. I cannot…I cannot simply stand by and allow them to be executed for simply going shopping. The Druid man is a healer who was buying herbs to try and treat an illness plaguing their encampment. Is that truly worthy of death in your eyes simply because he has magic?"
"Marlena…it isn't that simple…"
"Yes Majesty…it is that simple. If you wish to execute the man and his son…then you'll have to kill me along with them because I will not allow it to happen without a fight."
Uther's heavy sigh causes Arthur to have to turn away to hide a smirk. He only just realized how much influence Merlin's sister had over his father, but he couldn't say it was a bad thing really…not in this case.
"Very well…you win. Arthur…bring the man to the courtyard…and Marlena…bring me the boy form wherever you've hidden him. I will pardon them both an allow them to leave unharmed."
"Thank you Majesty."
Marlena gave Uther a hug before racing out the door, leaving two stunned men in her wake who just looked at each other for a long moment.
"Well…you can't say she's boring father."
"Not in the least…go do as I asked Arthur."
"Yes father."
Arthur has guards bring the man to the courtyard while Marlena carefully carries the boy in her arms, using her magic to make him lighter. He is awake but hurting terribly and she fears the wound is already becoming infected with how red and angry it looks around the bandage Morgana put on it. Once they are all in the courtyard Arthur lifts the boy from her arms and places him in a chair that he had a guard bring over, earning him a grateful look from her that caused him to beam in response.
"Citizens of Camelot. I have gathered you all here today for a special reason. A Druid healer and his son were found in Camelot today. I know I have often said that all magic is evil…and that all magic users should be killed…however, I have found that that it not always the case. Lady Marlena has proven that to me, and she has informed me that the man was only here to buy herbs…to treat the sick in his encampment. Therefore, I decree that he and his son shall be pardoned henceforth and may freely enter and exit Camelot without fear of reprisal or harm. What are your names?"
"I am Cerdan My Lord, and this is my son Mordred. He was injured by one of your soldiers before they captured me."
"Injured how?"
"A sword Majesty…it sliced his arm open. I fear the wound may already be infected and I do not yet have the knowledge needed to heal such a wound."
"And you…Healer Cerdan?"
"I can heal it, but I do not have my supplies with me My Lord."
"You may work with my Court Physician to heal the boy, and you may stay here until he is well enough to travel."
"Thank you My Lord."
As Uther heads back inside Marlena turns to Cerdan and gives him a warm smile. Mordred beams up at her as though she were the sun itself and Arthur tries hard not to laugh at the rather besotted look the boy wears.
"I am Marlena, the Court Sorceress of Camelot. Would you be willing to help teach me some of your healing abilities?"
"It would be my honor My Lady. I believe I owe you a debt of gratitude for saving my life today."
"You owe me nothing…it was simply the right thing to do."
"Nonetheless…thank you My Lady."
"You are most welcome. Arthur? Can you carry Mordred to Gaius' chambers for me?"
"I suppose I can do that."
"Thank you Arthur. Come along gentlemen…we've no time to waste is my suspicions of infection are right."
They enter Gaius' main room in time to hear the tail end of his conversation with Merlin, which seems to amuse Cerdan quite a bit. Marlena has Arthur lay Mordred down on the cot and kneels beside him. Arthur looks at Marlena kneeling beside the boy with such a motherly look and quickly makes his excuses before fleeing from the room, something about that image caused his chest to feel tight and he felt that he had to leave before he did anything stupid.
"Do you know much about the Druids?"
"Very little. They're a very secretive people. Especially now they're being hunted by Uther. Merlin, please tell me you haven't got yourself mixed up in this? It's bad enough Marlena sticks her neck out…I can't bear to lose either of you two."
"We both heard the boy calling out. He was nowhere to be seen, but I could hear him... like he was inside my mind. Marlena heard him too…she actually responded to him before I did…I thought I'd imagined it at first."
"Yes, I've heard of this ability. The Druids look for children with such gifts to serve as apprentices. Oh, hello Marlena dear. I take it these are the druids then?"
"Yes Gaius…the boy was hurt by one of the guards though…his arm was sliced open and I think it's already becoming infected."
"Let me see. You were quite right my dear, infection has indeed begun to set in. Luckily this can be fixed fairly easily as it is early on."
"Thank the gods. You hear that little one? You'll be just fine now."
[Thank you Aria…and you too Emrys.]
"Aria?"
"Emrys? Why do you call me that?"
[Among my people, that is your name.]
"Those are the names the Druids call the two of you in our legends. Your coming has long been foretold…the twins of magic…Emrys, the embodiment of magic and Aria, the song of magic."
"But…what does that even mean?"
"It is too early for you to know that yet. Certain events must come to pass first before you will be ready to hear the full prophesy. I do apologize."
"No, no it's fine. We're growing rather accustomed to cryptic answers."
"Merlin…be nice."
Merlin and left the room and headed down to speak to Kilgarrah, calling out to him and hoping the dragon could hear him.
"Hello?"
The dragon climbs around a corner and roars loudly, causing Merlin to jump and bit his lip to keep from screaming in fright.
"Do you have to do that? You scared the life out of me."
"The young warlock. No doubt you're here about the Druid boy."
"How did you know?"
"Like you, I hear him speak."
"Why does he call me Emrys…and Marlena, Aria?"
"Because they are your names."
"I'm pretty sure my name's Merlin, always has been."
"You both have many names."
"Do I? How does the boy know who I am? I've never even met any Druids. Marlena may have…she travelled quite a lot…but not me."
"There is much written about you that you have yet to read. You should not protect this boy."
"Why? He has magic. He's just like me."
"You and the boy are as different as day and night."
"What do you mean?"
"Heed my words, Merlin."
"Why should I not protect him? You have to give me a real reason! Marlena risked her own neck to save him…I can't just ignore that!"
The dragon flies off, ignoring Merlin's continued calling and ranting until the young man finally gave up and went back to the Physician's chambers. He was still grumbling under his breath when he went back inside to see only Marlena and Cerdan tending a sleeping Mordred.
"Stupid cryptic overgrown lizard."
"Merlin? What's wrong?"
"That stupid bloody dragon. He told me we shouldn't protect the boy."
"What? Why not?"
"He wouldn't tell me that…only that we shouldn't do it."
"He can go eat his own damned tail if he thinks I'm going to ignore an injured magical child without a damned good reason."
"You two are speaking with a dragon? I thought they were all killed?"
"No…at least one survived. The King has him chained in a cavern beneath the castle."
"You cannot trust it. If Uther chained it down there then that beast wants to destroy him and all those he holds dear. Dragon's serve only the Dragon Lords…and they will get revenge on any who wrong them…no matter how long it takes…no matter who else gets harmed in the process."
"I told you Merlin…I told you there was no way that thing doesn't want revenge. He's chained up in a dark cave…he's pissed off."
"So what do we do then? Who else can help us?"
"I can…my people can. We serve only magic and the land we reside on. I have already promised to teach your sister all I can about healing magic."
"Alright…I'll give you a chance…just one. If you do anything to hurt her in any way I will end you."
"Merlin!"
"I understand Emrys."
"Please call me Merlin?"
"If you insist."
"I do insist…it's the name my mother gave me…the one I'm used to."
Marlena just smiled and went to meet up with Morgana to let her know that the boy was showing signs of improvement. Morgana was as happy as she'd thought she would be, as was Gwen. The three women shared a happy smile before Morgana looked out the window with a longing sigh.
"What's wrong Gana?"
"She's upset because we were supposed to meet Sir Leon outside the city walls tonight. He was going to take us out into the forest to meet up with Lancelot, but Uther won't let either of us leave the city."
"There's another way out…a secret door in the back of the armory behind a shield…it leads to the lower town…from there it should be easy to get outside."
"That's wonderful. Thank you Mara."
"Well, you'll need a key for the door."
"Who has it?"
"Arthur."
"Well that's it then…not going to happen now."
"Oh ye of little faith Morgana…my brother is his manservant after all."
The women shared a look of wicked glee for a moment before Marlena gave the others a little wink and sauntered out of the room and down the hall. Later that night Merlin gives Arthur his dinner, some sort of soup that looks unappetizing to him but Arthur seems to like it. He whispers a spell and floats the keys off of Arthur's belt.
"Is there any bread?"
The keys jangle as Merlin floats them behind Arthur's head as he turns, using his magic to keep the keys out of Arthur's line of sight no matter which way he turns, but the jangling sound can still be heard so Merlin feigns ignorance.
"What was that?"
"What?"
"There was a sound."
"Was there?"
"What is that? Can't you hear it?!"
"I can't hear anything."
"Are you deaf? It's like a...jangling sound."
"There!"
"What?"
"I thought I saw something."
Arthur moves to where Merlin pointed and Merlin drops the keys into the soup, making a loud plopping sound as Arthur whips back around to investigate.
"What was that?"
"What was what?"
"A different sound, like a...like a splash."
"Bread?"
Merlin picks up a piece of bread and hold it out as an offering but Arthur shakes his head and leaves the room, checking his hearing on the way and shaking his head a few times. Merlin grabs the keys from the soup and runs down to Morgana's chamber where he meets the three females that he had just risked his safety for. Morgana was wearing one of Gwen's dresses and both had simple cloaks on their shoulders.
"Lena…I got it."
"Excellent! Thank you Merlin."
"Consequently…Arthur now thinks he's hearing things."
At their questioning looks he tells them how he managed to get the keys and leaves the three of them in stitches from laughing so hard.
"Oh that is priceless…what I wouldn't give to have seen his face. Thank you for that story Merlin."
Morgana leans in and kisses Merlin's cheek, making him turn bright red as a dopey little grin spreads across his lips. Marlena shakes her head at him and heads back down to Gaius' quarters as Morgana and Gwen try to sneak their way out of the city. A servant sees two shadowy figures enter the armory and informs a guard who brings Arthur to investigate the issue.
"A servant saw two shadowy figures enter but all of the men are accounted for.
Arthur sees the revealed door and checks his key ring, but the key is missing. He groans softly and shakes his head in confusion.
"Sound the warning bell."
Morgana and Gwen make a run for it but eventually they get cornered and Arthur catches them, though he does not know it is them at first. He sees the figures and places his sword against Morgana's neck.
"Halt, or I'll run you through. Show yourself."
When Morgana and Gwen pull their hoods down Arthur nearly drops his sword in shock. He looks between the two and then realizes why Merlin had been acting so strangely earlier.
"What the hell are you up to Morgana? Why did you make Merlin steal that key?"
"I didn't…Mara did."
"Mara?"
"Marlena. She lets me call her Mara…I've told you this before."
"Yes, yes…but why?"
"It's my fault Sire…I wanted to see Lancelot and Sir Leon was going to escort me to meet with him. Lady Morgana insisted on joining me but the king forbade anyone from leaving the castle tonight."
"You do realize I have to take the two of you to him?"
"Yes Sire."
"Fine…but I'm not happy and he's going to hear it."
"I'd expect no less Morgana."
They enter the council chamber where Uther is sitting on the floor with Marlena, which would have been shocking enough but she had the little druid boy sitting beside her and they were both doing magic for the king. Arthur and Morgana both froze in shock before Marlena's bright smile beamed up at them and she beckoned them closer.
"Come here. Mordred was teaching me a new spell. It causes flames to turn into animals of your choosing."
"Father?"
"I was curious…what are you three up to anyway?"
"Oh…sorry about that Majesty…I think it might be because of me. I helped Morgana and Gwen get out of the castle. Gwen wanted to meet her secret love and Morgana wanted to accompany her…Sir Leon was going to escort them so I thought they'd be safe enough…Is that alright?"
"Hmm? I don't see why not. Very well then, you two may go and meet Sir Leon. Arthur…you may go with them or remain here and watch the little show with me."
"I'll stay and watch. Sir Leon is more than capable of protecting them, not that they can't protect themselves of course…"
"Nice save Arthur. Come, join me."
Marlena held out her hand and Arthur was just about helpless to resist her call. He soon found himself sitting on the floor between her and his father while she and Mordred made the nearby flames turn into all sorts of creatures. Morgana and Gwen raced outside and met up with Sir Leon who led them a short ways into the forest where a lightly armored man was standing next to a gleaming white horse.
"Lancelot!"
The man turned as Gwen launched herself into his arms and the two laughed happily. Leon leaned against a nearby tree with Morgana as they watched the happy reunion.
"They make quite the match don't they My Lady?"
"They do indeed. Gwen has Lancelot…I have my eyes on Merlin…and Arthur is after Marlena…now we need to find the perfect woman for you."
"I'm perfectly content alone for now My Lady. When the right one comes along…I'll know."
"I'm still going to help you…and I'm sure Marlena will as well."
"If you insist."
Eventually they had to head back to the castle, Gwen and Lance sharing another hug before parting. Morgana teased Gwen on the way back about not kissing the man but Gwen waved her off by saying they weren't ready for that yet. Leon just watched on in amusement as he guided them safely back to the castle. Marlena put Mordred to bed, tucking him in and singing softly to him to get him to sleep. Merling and Arthur watched form the doorway for a bit until Arthur had to leave because he couldn't stand the tightness in his chest any more. Merlin hid a smirk as Arthur walked off and then smiled when Marlena turned to him.
"Where did Arthur go?"
"No idea…you know how he is."
"True…come on then. I have a bone to pick with a certain scaly creature."
"Please don't anger the thing that can breath fire…"
Marlena rolled her eyes and dragged Merlin down to the cavern under the castle, screaming out the dragon's name until he finally landed in front of them. Merlin spoke before Marlena could, worried about what might come out of her mouth when she did speak.
"I need to know why you told me not to protect the boy."
"You seek my counsel and yet you choose to ignore it."
"Just tell me why."
"If the boy lives, you cannot fulfill your destiny."
"What's he got to do with my destiny? You said it's my destiny to protect Arthur."
"Then you have the answer you seek."
"You're telling me that little boy is going to kill Arthur?"
"It seems that is up to you."
"No. You can't know that for certain."
"You have it in your power to prevent a great evil."
"There must be another way! The future isn't set in stone!"
"You must let the boy die."
Marlena could hold her tongue no longer and finally just let loose, giving the dragon a verbal tongue lashing as she let her anger take over. Merlin winced in sympathy and thought the creature would attack her, but was surprised to see the beast bowing his scaly head in submission before her anger. When he turned to look at her he noticed her eyes were a molten gold and he realized she was beyond angry, she was enraged by the dragon's words.
"He is a child! You cannot be so cold and callous as to suggest that letting a child die is a good thing! I will not have it! Do you hear my dragon?! I will not allow you to twist my brother's mind to suit your whims! No destiny is set in stone, and prophesies can change with the wind. You know this, yet you choose to make him think that all of this is what WILL happen, rather than what COULD happen. No more. I know you are angry about being trapped down here. I know you hate Uther…and likely his entire family…but that does not give you the right to play with us like were some kind of chess pieces. We are human beings…and you claim we will be the most powerful magic users in the world one day…perhaps you should show up a bit more respect if that is in fact truth?"
Merlin just stared at his sister in shock. He had never seen her quite that angry before, and clearly the dragon was surprised as well. The great beast gave her another low bow and spoke in a much softer tone than he usually used.
"I…apologize…for making you feel this way young sorceress. It was not my intention. You are correct that destiny is not set in stone…however, some destinies are more likely to come to pass than others."
"Yet they cans till change if those involved have knowledge of it and a strong enough will to change it."
"Yes…that is true…"
"Then we will change that boy's destiny. I will not allow what you said to come to pass. I will not sentence that boy to such a dark fate."
"I hope that it works…for your sakes."
Marlena turned and left the cavern, Merlin following shortly behind her heels. He said nothing as they made their way back to Gaius's chambers where Cerdan and Gaius were already waiting for them. Mordred was still in a deep sleep thankfully so he heard nothing.
"I assume it's the plight of the Druid boy that's causing your forehead to wrinkle like a lizard's elbow."
Marlena fairly snarled in her anger and stalked over to sit by Mordred, combing through his hair with her fingers. Gaius and Cerdan both turned to Merlin with raised eyebrows.
"Umm…not a good time…she's…angry…really angry."
"I can see that Merlin…why?"
"Kilgarrah…the dragon…he said some thing that pissed her off…"
"About my son's fate?"
"erm…yes…"
"I know what his fate is meant to be…though I still hold out hope that it will not happen."
"Marlena is determined that it won't happen…"
"It won't. I won't let it. If anything is going to kill Arthur it'll probably be his own foolish pride."
Gaius and Merlin both shared a look that clearly said they agreed on that point. Cerdan chuckled softly and clapped a hand on her shoulder.
"You should come with us to our camp. Mordred clearly adores you and it would be easier to teach you there."
"You would have to convince the king to let me leave…he's…rather fond of me."
Merlin's loud snorts earned him a trio of raised eyebrows and he huffed a bit in return.
"Oh come on…anyone with eyes can see that the man adores you…I'm fairly certain he views you as he would a daughter….pretty sure he's hoping you and Arthur get married one day."
"Oh honestly…I can barely tolerate Arthur most days…"
"I agree with Merlin my dear…I'm also certain that is Uther's hope."
"Men…"
Everyone eventually drifted off to bed but Marlena remained by the boy's side, refusing to leave him. When he woke in the morning he looked a great deal better, which was confirmed when Gaius and Cerdan checked him over.
"He is much better now. I believe we can finally head home today."
"Shall we go and speak with the King My Lady?"
"Yes, let's do that."
Cerdan and Marlena headed to Uther's private chambers, and Cerdan was surprised when they were allowed in without question.
"He certainly holds you in high esteem My Lady."
"She has earned it, Healer Cerdan. Good morning, little one."
"Good morning, Majesty. I hope you slept well?"
"I did indeed. You have news for me?"
"Yes, young Mordred is well enough to travel now so Cerdan will be taking him home."
"Wonderful news. I am glad the boy is better."
"As are we all, My Lord. I have been teaching Lady Marlena what I can about healing magic…"
"But there is so much more to learn Majesty. I'd…I'd like to request permission to travel with them to the Druid camp to learn more. If I can learn to use my magic to heal others I can be of greater assistance to the people of Camelot. Besides…who know what else they might be able to teach me…"
"Alright…you may go…with a few conditions."
"Alright…"
First and foremost…you take Sir Leon with you. I trust him to keep you safe."
"I can agree to that."
"Secondly…you must keep in touch frequently…at least one letter each week that you are gone. Update me on how you are doing and what you are learning."
"Also agreeable…I would have done that regardless."
"And lastly…please be careful and return to us? It would pain me greatly to lose you little one."
"I promise I will be very careful. I will return as soon as I feel I have learned all I need to."
"Very well then, you may go with them. I will gather Arthur and Morgana and we will see you off."
Uther was true to his word and stood in the courtyard, flanked by Arthur and Morgana with Merlin standing nearby, as Marlena and Cerdan prepared to leave. Marlena had Mordred sitting in front of her on her silvery mare as the boy refused to leave her side.
"Merlin…I'll miss you…and I'll be back as soon as I can…I promise."
"I'll hold you to that…and if I don't hear from you I'm going to come after you."
"I'll join him…you can count on that Marlena."
"I would expect no less Arthur Pendragon. Try not to get yourselves killed while I'm gone alright?"
"Who us? We're always safe?"
Marlena just gave them a look that had Morgana laughing and Uther chuckling. As the three set off for the druid camp those they left behind watched from the ramparts until they could no longer see their shapes in the trees.
"She'll be alright won't she Uther?"
"I'm sure she will Morgana…she's strong…and stubborn…a bit like all of us really. She'll do just fine."
"I'd hate to lose her now father…I haven't even started to properly court her yet."
"So you do plan to court her then? Good…I was wondering how long it would take you to figure it out."
Merlin just stared out over the trees, ignoring the conversation behind him as he worried over the most important person in his life…he twin…his other half…his whole world. Arthur and Morgana each wrapped an arm around him and guided him back inside before Arthur left to allow Morgana to comfort Merlin.
"She'll be alright Merlin. She used to travel before right?"
"Yes…but never for very long. She'd always be back within a month."
"She'll come back Merlin. Come here, sit with me."
Morgana wrapped him in a hug and he let himself find comfort in her arms, despite knowing he shouldn't and thinking she was far too good for someone like him.
"Thank you My Lady…for being here for me."
"Any time Merlin…any time."
A/N: Alright…so I know I changed a lot in this chapter but I felt this fit my story and characters better than the original story line. What do you guys think? Was it good? I hope you all enjoyed it anyway. As I said above it may be awhile before I can update again because planning a massive party that will be taking place a long way form home is a lot of chaotic work.
