Disclaimer: Still don't own Merlin, if that changes I'll let you know :) also dont own the song 'I need a hero' featured in this chapter.
AN:Thank you as always for reading my story.I hope all of you enjoy this chapter it was really fun to write, if you do, please review! This is my first story so please let me know how im doing! Well here is Episode two Valiant!
"Somewhere after midnight
in my wildest fantasy
somewhere just beyond my reach
There's someone reaching back for me
Racing on the thunder and-"
I sang lightly, practicing for the Banquet held to kick off the knight's three day tournament. To my greatest dislike I would be part of incentive to winning, I would escort whoever would be declared Camelot's great champion. Morgana was thrilled to be sitting back while I took the 'beating' of having all the men sniff around me like a pack dogs. Don't get me wrong I love watching the intense sword playing but I did not like the idea of me being some type of 'trophy' for the winner. Although for the past five years the winner has been the same, Prince Arthur Pendragon.
"BANG BAM CHING" came in a startling noise through my window. Curiously I put my head out the window and saw an armored Arthur hitting and slamming someone with ill fitted armored. I squinted my eyes trying to see who it could be and quickly realized it was Merlin. Arthur was beating the poor fellow good shouting some type of words before every blow. I decided to go see how the two young men have been getting along since Merlin was made Arthur's personal manservant. I skipped towards the mirror, using my hands as a hair tamer trying to make my hair look presentable then stopping mid brush. Who were I trying to look good for, Merlin...defiantly not, then Arthur's face came to my mind. I blushed thinking of how blue his eyes where, "Stop it Lyanna, its Arthur, Prince Prat remember!" Looking in the mirror I started ruffling my hair making it look a bit messy. I made my way down to the field where Arthur was beating poor Merlin to the ground. As I got closer I could distinctively here Arthur's booming voice.
"BODY! SHIELD! BODY! SHIELD! BODY! HEAD!"
"head?" Merlin's confused and slightly dazed voice asked
"HEAD!" I screamed as Arthur took the final blow to Merlin's helmet. The blow was so strong Merlin fell straight on his arse. I giggled as I got closer to Merlin stretching my hand to help him up.
"Hello Merlin ...Arthur" I said sweetly helping Merlin up.
"Is it over?" Merlin asked me with a pair of puppy dog eyes.
"Judging from the way Arthur is smiling ...not even close" I replied back staring at Arthur.
"Can you stop hitting my head then? I do need a brain in the future!" Merlin sighed to Arthur.
"Lyanna, what are you doing here?" Arthur asked ignoring Merlin in plain sight.
"I thought I would take winner" I smiled wickedly "It's been ages since we had a go Arthur. scared ill beat you!"
"First off Lyanna you are a girl, I am a man, it's not proper for you to be fighting" Arthur stated like he was talking to an infant "Plus I could beat you with my eyes closed"
"Wanna bet!" I said loudly walking closer to him till our chests were almost touching. For a few moments it felt like me and Arthur were the only ones in the field until a voice knocked me out of my strange trance.
"Ana, is it true you are singing to the banquet? I didn't know you could sing? Not that you look like you can't sing it's just that ..." Merlin inquired.
"Merlin must you be so unbelievably irritating!" Arthur barked." Plus it is the Lady Lyanna show some respect, she may be an unladylike like wildling but she is still your better!"
"Unladylike like Arthur Pendragon, a WILDLING? Ugh I don't why I bother trying to be civil towards someone like you!" I shouted at him "Hopefully someone will knock you off of that high horse of yours!" I stormed off back to my chambers. I couldn't stop replaying the conversation between Arthur and me. It seems every time I talk to him recently we end up shouting and fighting. Granted our relationship has always been like that but since I came of age it feels like it escalated. Arthur and me had a strange companionship when were younger, sure we both knew we annoyed each other but we still spend a lot of time together. Sometimes I wish we both were children again, running around and splashing each other in the lake for all times sake. I laid in my bed contemplating again why weird emotions overcame me when I and Arthur were close in contact. Pushing away the strange feelings and letting sleep overtake me.
I was having a dream, no not just any dream a nightmare. Mist seemed to be everywhere I could vaguely see myself through all of it suddenly out of the mist came two figures clashing swords menacing. I tried to get closer but it seemed as if I was glued to the spot. I opened my mouth to yell, scream say anything to the men who seemed to fighting to the death. Finally one of the men's helmets flew off and I saw golden damp hair. My gut knew who it was right away. it was Arthur. I saw the other man still protected by his helmet aggressively swing his sword back and forth to Arthur until finally Arthur tripped on thin air. I desperately tried to save Arthur, I never saw him look so weak so not like Arthur. He wasn't my arrogant strong prince anymore. I watched anxiously trying to summon strength for him and pass it through the air. Finally the masked man threw his sword down and started chanting weird words, pressing his shield to Arthur's face. In a flash, snakes popped out of no where opening their jaws at Arthur. All that could be heard was the man's cynical laugh. Again I tried screaming but this time I did make a sound.
I woke with a jolt, panting and sweating profusely. I took in my surroundings and tried to calm down my breathing. Thank goodness no one was around me to hear me. This has been happening all my life not often like my elder sister, Morgana though. I stared at the ceiling trying to get my breath to go down to normal trying not concentrate on the hissing noise I still could hear. Finally feeling a bit better and not so paranoid, I decided the best thing for me to do is go visit Gaius and get some sleeping draughts from him on the down low. I do not want Morgana hearing about this, knowing that it will only cause her more stress having to deal with her own "nightmares" let alone dealing with mine. Seeing Gaius was always a pleasant thing even if the circumstance was not. As soon as the man saw me he sat me down and made us some tea, the one thing I loved most about Gaius is when he told me stories of my mother. I unfortunately did not get to know her since she died while giving me life, when father was alive he never spoke about her much just few sentiments here and there and Gana was always so secretive about her half the time. Apart of me was afraid she blamed me for her death, but I desperately tried not to think like that. Gaius and me were simply chatting till a certain someone burst into the room.
"Gaiussss..please tell me you know how to properly put on amour on someone!" Merlin voiced whined.
"Ello Merlin, I think I can help you out there!" I chimed in before Gaius said something. Bidding Gaius goodbye and thanking him quietly while he discreetly slipped me the medicine putting it in my hidden pocket in my cloak and grabbed merlin's sleeve, yanking it for him to follow. I zig-zagged past many people, determined to play match-maker for my dear Gwen. Merlin was confused to where we were going till we stopped outside Tom's shoppe. I knocked gently and greeted Gwen with a small hug when I she opened the door. I explained to Merlin how Gwen was the blacksmith's daughter and absolutely amazing on piecing together armor. I saw Gwen was pleased to see Merlin and Merlin was so excited to be a pupil. I started to walk out the door till I heard Gwen voice.
"Lyan-Milady are leaving us so soon?" she inquired
"yes, Gwen for I already know how to put armor on" I replied with a simple smile. Giving her a wink and humming back to my chambers.
The first round of the tournament was being held today, I was getting dressed with a bit of help from Reggie. She insisted I dress up even if I would be jumping up and down cheering on Camelot's prized knights. She tied up the back of my gold dress that had tiny beading that made it dazzle in the sun. Leaving my hair braided into a couple of twists resting on my neck. I told her I wanted no jewelry or makeup which she simply huffed at me and told me I was ready then. I smiled at her while walking grabbing my blue cloak wrapping it around me, since there was never enough time to get ready for the banquet I didn't want to dirty my dress. I walked to designated spot where both me and Morgana would view the fights putting me closest to King Uther so when he announces the rewards I could stand up and 'show them off' so to say. Everyone was chatting excitedly with themselves then the trumpets declared the competitors entering the ring all of Camelot's people started cheering wildly. There was something in the air as Arthur walked out to the field, his red cape billowing in the wind, everyone was shouting "ARTHUR!ARTHUR!ARTHUR!" with great pride. I couldn't help myself but start cheering along with them and clapping wildly. Gwen and Morgana looked at me mildly amused as they clapped not as near as loud as I did. Everyone quieted down as King Uther walked to the floor.
"Knights of the realm, it's a great honor to welcome you to a tournament at Camelot. Over the next three days, you will come to put your bravery to the test, your skills as warriors, and of course, to challenge the reigning champion, my son, Prince Arthur. Only one can have the honor of being crowned champion, and he will receive a prize of 1,000 gold pieces," he announced. I stood up and opened a chest the left of me letting everyone marvel at the coins and trinkets. Arthur was looking like a true knight ready to face whatever should approach him. ""It is in combat that we learn a knight's true nature, whether he is indeed a warrior or a coward. The tournament begins!"
The whole way through the battles I was screaming, yelling and clapping with the crowds as knights won and lost. The most exciting was Arthur though of course he fought with confidence and agility that the crowd ate up. Just looking at him fight with strength and power made the dream and our fight a distant memory. I was bouncing on my toes, cheering for Arthur on top of my lungs whooping and clapping like a mad women. Looking around at Camelot's people I saw them doing the same even Merlin seemed to be enjoying himself. Prince Arthur topped everyone with ease and strive, there also looked to be other promising competitors but none could hold a candle to Arthur in my eyes –err- I mean Camelot's eyes. After the tournament all the noblemen and women and servants scrambled to get ready for the opening banquet. I took my leave of Gwen and Morgana to get ready with Reggie for a bit. Both me and Morgana had to be by the King's side to greet the winners of today's rounds plus I would be singing to start everything off. Reggie let my hair down and scooping half of it and making it a braid wrapping it around my head as if it was a crown the letting the rest of curls drop down my back. I quickly walked to dining hall taking my place next to Morgana as the competitors came flying in. Most of them were very charming and talkative, but a few were a down right bore. As soon as one left me to make their way to their table id make a silly face at Gwen who was standing behind Morgana. She had to keep covering her mouth from bursting out laughing while I kept making hand puppets to symbolize the knights while I start to make choking motions. Morgana laughter filled the air, startling me a bit and made me straighten up right away I looked to my left seeing Arthur staring at me with a glint in his eyes and a small smile on his face. I felt the room start to get a bit warm realizing he must have seen all my faces I was doing. I broke our eye contact to look at who Morgana was talking to,he was a man older than Arthur but still looking young. He wasn't bad looking but again not my type he had something in my eyes that made me not trust him as far as I could throw him. But my sister on the hand had a thing for men who can not be trusted. Morgana turned to me suddenly as if she was reading my thoughts and said
"now you must meet my little sister, Lyanna this is-
"Knight Valiant of the Western Isles, my lady" answered the man who called himself Valiant. I curtsied and was about to say something when he grabbed my hand and placed a kiss on it. I was shocked to see someone so upfront, most men are never this bold.
"My lady…it is a honor meeting you and your fine sister" He continued
"I saw you competing today, you have a bit of aggressive style milord hopefully that will bring you luck in your upcoming battles" I started
"I saw you watching." He leered "Lady Morgana, your darling sister is very enthusiastic in the stands I can see her jumping miles away." He took this moment to gaze at my bossom area with hungry eyes "I understand the tournament champion has the honor of escorting my lady Lyanna to the feast."
"That's correct Lord Valiant." Morgana relied eagerly
"Then I will give everything to win the tournament. " he stared at me again with those same eyes that made me shiver but not in the same way that happened when I was with Arthur. "If only I could have the honor of escorting both of you two beauties"
Morgana beamed a smile while I answered "now milord don't be too greedy, first you must defeat the other challengers! "smiling back at him with mistrust in my eyes.
Valiant bowed one last time after kissing both me and my sisters hand.
"My ladies," he said.
I saw Morgana still staring at Valiant while he walked towards some other men. She finally snapped out of it and practically gushed to me
""They all seem rather impressed by Knight Valiant, don't you think Gwen and Lyanna? "
Out of no where came, Arthur voice "They're not the only ones I see, So Lyanna answer your sister's questions are you impressed by him?"
"You're not jealous, are you?" Morgana taunted, smiling at Arthur's face like she was the cat that ate his bird.
"I don't see there's anything to be jealous of. " Arthur remarked staring at me as he left with a small smirk.
"Could Arthur be any more annoying? I so hope Knight Valiant wins the tournament. Than he can escort you, Lyanna, or if you don't want him I'll take him!" she quickly said.
"You don't really mean that. Gana" Gwen stated
"Yes. I do." Morgana simply stated "Come on Gwen it is almost time before Ana sings"
I smiled at both of them as they went further in the dining hall. I stepped outside and took some breaths to calm me down. I always get nervous when singing in front of large audiences but I have a few tricks to make me feel better. Mark who was going to accompany me on the violin told me it was time. I walked in the hall straight to the center where all eyes were on me. I curtsyed low to both King Uther and Arthur then throw a nod to Morgana. I saw Merlin and Gwen looking at me with anticipating eyes, I gave them a small smile while Merlin gave me a thumbs up.
"My king, privileged guests and good people of Camelot, it is my honor to open the feast with a song. The song I choose will hopefully describe whoever will be my and Camelot's champion in this exciting tournaments. May the Gods smile on you tomorrow and remember it is not my arm or gold you are trying to win but glory and prestige I wish luck to all participates and may the best man win!" I threw my hand in the air giving the signal for mark to start playing. I opened my mouth and started to sing
"Where have all the good men gone
And where are all the gods?
Where's the street-wise Hercules
To fight the rising odds?
Isn't there a white knight upon a fiery steed?
Late at night i toss and i turn and i dream of what I need
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'till the end of the night
He's gotta be strong
And he's gotta be fast
And he's gotta be fresh from the fight
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'till the morning light
He's gotta be sure
And it's gotta be soon
And he's gotta be larger than life
Somewhere after midnight
In my wildest fantasy
Somewhere just beyond my reach
There's someone reaching back for me
Racing on the thunder and rising with the heat
It's gonna take a superman to sweep me off my feet
Up where the mountains meet the heavens above
Out where the lightning splits the sea
I could swear that there's someone somewhere
Watching me
Through the wind and the chill and the rain
And the storm and the flood
I can feel his approach
Like the fire in my blood
hero
i need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'till the morning light
and he's gotta be sure
And it's gotta be soon
And he's gotta be larger than life"
During the middle of the song I started to sway my hips gently feeling the music, Mark was playing. Towards the end of my song I looked at everyone staring at me with pure fascination till I locked eyes again with Arthur; singing the rest while staring at his sapphire fire in his eyes. I ended with a dramatic curtsy all the way to the ground head pointed down. Cheering and clapping filled the air and the celebrations officially began.
The next day was round two of the grand tournament. Everyone was a bit more quiet than the previous day most likely all from drinking and eating too much from last nights activities. But that did not stop most competitors from giving it all in their fights. Looking across the field I saw Merlin preparing Arthur on the sides staring at his opponent. The man who Arthur would fight next was as big as a bear but I could tell Arthur had no worry for I knew the same thing that he knew. Arthur had speed on his side always have and that will be the way he wins this round. As sure as daylight Arthur proved me right. I cheered and clapped with everyone as Arthur proved he would be in the finals. Valiant was next he seemed to be getting more and more aggressive and to be honest scarier after match. But as I watched I noticed that his shield had 3 green and yellow snakes on them, it was as if time was going slow like in my dream, every hit Valiant blowed on his victim made him stumble till there was no way he could get up. I watched intently gripping my cloak in like 3 seconds a snake appeared and bite the poor knight named Ewan. I savagely started shaking my head seeing if anyone else saw it but saw no one but screaming fans. I took a seat trying to make sense of what I saw and almost making myself believe that it was a trick of the light. I went to King Uther explaining I was feeling a bit under the weather and would like to retire early today so I would not miss anything tomorrow. Since it was almost over the king agreed saying to visit Gauis later on in the day. I stayed up in my room the rest of day cooped up praying that what I saw was not real. For if it was Arthur would not go up Valiant but his deadly snake shield. I was startled out of my thoughts by Gwen quickly telling me Arthur is up holding a court in the throne room, I rushed with Gwen to see what exactly was going on. When I came into view I saw Merlin behind Arthur who was speaking to his father and Sir Valiant in the corner. Valiant didn't seem to happy and was staring daggers at Arthur. "My Lord, this is ridiculous. I've never used magic. Does your son have any evidence to support this outrageous accusation?" Valiant informed
"Do you have evidence?"Uther looked hesitant when asking his son.
Arthur confidently nodded. "I do." And lifted a snakes head towards the King I gasped loudly recognizing it as the one from my dream
"Let me see the shield," Uther demanded. Merlin whispered something in Arthur ear that made Arthur nod curtly "Be careful, my lord." Arthur warned his father as he got his sword out.
I was watching the shield so intently that I barely missed Gauis sneak in. It wasn't till I saw the color drain from Merlin's face that he had my attention. "As you can see, My Lord, it's just an ordinary shield," Valiant concluded smugly.
"I have a witness," Arthur defended, it was clear he was not going to back down easily. "Knight Ewan was bitten by one of the snakes from the shield. Its venom made him grievously ill, however, he has received an antidote. He will confirm that Knight Valiant is using magic."
Uther demanded to see the witness at once but unfortunately Knight Ewan was dead. Leaving Arthur with no witness, i could see the embarrassment start to show in his face. He was looking at a sorrowful Merlin with pure anger.
"So you have no proof to support these allegations. Have you seen Valiant using magic?" King Uther spoke slowly as if talking to a simpleton.
Arthur quickly shook his head. "No. But my servant fought one of these snakes from..." he started but high and mighty King Uther would have none of it.
"Your servant? You made these outrageous accusations against a knight the word of your servant?"
"I believe he's telling the truth!" Prince Arthur defended his manservant, causing a small smile on my lips.
Valiant snorted rudely. "My Lord, am I really to be judged on some hearsay from this boy?"
Merlin then tried to speak up only adding fuel to Uther rage. I stepped into the light knowing i had to tell him what I saw. "My liege, I too must speak up, I swear on my late father's honor that man somehow had snakes come out of his shield!"
Uther looked just bothered by me dismissing me simply saying that i wasn't feeling earlier well and my eyes can not be trusted. Then he added that most likely it my strong imagination taking over my female mind. Needless to say I was angry,
"I know what I saw and I am not some weak little girl making up stories!"
"My lord," Valiant started not giving the King anytime to answer me back "I'm sure the lad was merely mistaken. I wouldn't want a young man punished on my account and to pull an argument between two and your lovely ward. I am sure she just needs to get some sleep and rest her overactive mind" he stated with a charming smile, sending a wink to me. My hands made a fist how dare he!
Uther smirked straight at the court. "You see? This is how a true knight behaves - with gallantry and honor." Arthur's duck his head, admitting defeat in front of everyone. Valiant seeing his opening took a final blow,
"My Lord, if your son made these accusations because he's afraid to fight me, then I will graciously accept his withdrawal."
Uther looked at Arthur with disappointing eyes burning hole at him.
Arthur's eyes widened. "No!" he shouted in outrage.
"Then what am I to make of these allegations?" King Uther questioned.
The blonde prince sighed, as he knew he was publicly humiliated and defeated "Obviously there has been a misunderstanding. I withdraw the allegation against Knight Valiant. Please accept my apology."
Arthur left in a rush right after Valiant accepted his apology. Merlin quickly chased after his new master. I waited until everyone mingled out to follow the two men as I arrive i caught Merlin staring at Arthur with disbelief.
"You're sacking me?" he asked
"I need a servant I can trust." reprimanded Arthur
"You can trust me!" yelled Merlin back
"And look where it got me this time. Get out of my sight!" Arthur yelled back to Merlin. I saw Merlin rushed out of Arthur's chambers with a face of shock.
"Arthur, you need to calm down! Merlin is just trying to help and save you. It is true what he -" I started to say coming in his chambers.
"Lyanna, I have no time for you and your silly ideas! I have to think how to prove myself not just to my father but to the bloody land because now everyone thinks I am a coward! Do me a favor and get the hell out of my chambers" Yelled Arthur. I blinked several times at him and took a few steps back, no matter how bad me and Arthur's tiffs got never yelled at me with such anger. I stared at him a second longer and walked out of his chambers without a word.
I walked around a bit in confusion deciding to see if Merlin was fairing any better. When I finally found the man he was sitting on the castle's steps with Gwen. She looked like she was giving him one of her special pep talks. I smiled at the sight and walked past them to get to my chambers. I laid there wide awake on my bed till I heard some battle cries coming outside. I got up and looked out my window, there was Arthur battling an imaginary Valiant . He looked as if he have been there for hours, I stared down at Arthur knowing that i could not take it if he died. He looked alert and ready for battle but if he was training this hard this late at night, Arthur knew that what Merlin and I were trying to say was true. I stayed at the window all night till Arthur himself left.
Arthur was replaying what he told Merlin in private last night, how he did believe him and would gladly die, then withdraw. His mind started to wander if this was the last time he would be armed up. His old servant Morris was trying to get the final latches on his chest plate on but was having some difficulty. All of a sudden a woman's voice entered his thoughts "Let me," Arthur turned his head to see who was speaking. His mind wondered to a little dark hair woman he yelled at yesterday but his disappointment grew when it wasn't said woman but her older sister. Arthur nodded towards Morris letting him take his leave of them. Morgana opened her mouth again but Arthur barely paid attention his mind was saying the name 'Lyanna' over and over. He wished he could see her before his battle with Valiant, he wasn't sure why or if he would apologize but he longed to see her face. Arthur thanked the woman he saw as an elder sister figure when he was younger. As he made his way out of his chambers Morgana called for him, he spun around looking at a face he wished it was her sisters.
"be careful." she stated a bit worriedly.
Arthur walked out to meet his unknown fate but stopped when he saw the woman who was plaguing his mind not even a couple a minutes ago. Lyanna was leaning on the wall in simple blue dress her with a silver cloak that had white fur trimmings. She looked beautiful to him for some reason staring at him with nervous eyes.
"Lyanna," he breathed her name as if it was a prayer "shouldn't you be in the stands with your sister?"
"Arthur, I -I know you won't withdraw if you did I would be flabbergasted and inquire what you did to Prince Arthur, but I beg you please be careful! Camelot still needs their arrogant heir" I spoke hesitantly, worried he would snap at me. I turned around to walk to the stands until Arthur spoke,
"I am sorry for the way I spoke to you last night-I wasn't myself" I looked at Arthur's face letting myself take in everything. I could tell it took a lot from him to admit he was apologizing. My lips spread into a grin as I opened my mouth
"Arthur kick his arse for me!" I replied letting my hand go to his arm and give it a gentle squeeze. I walked away from him going towards the stands.
"Lyanna, Ill see you at the feast tonight!" Arthur said going towards his tent.
I took my regular seat next to Morgana and Gwen. I gave them a hesitant smile as I stared at the arena. The clapping and cheers started with a roar as both the challengers into the field. They both bowed to each other and took their stances, the horn pierced the air letting the battle begin. Arthur took the first swing towards Valiant. They both were going furiously as I started cheering and encouraging Arthur. Arthur blocked out the crowds cheering except one woman's who's yelling and clapping felt like he was invincible. Arthur sword clashed Valiant making horrible noises. Arthur knocked Valiant's helmet off and the crowd went wild. Arthur removes his helmet showing his beautiful face soaked down by sweat. Valiant moved with surge of strength knocked Arthur to the ground and steps on his shield to break it. Valiant disarms Arthur, but Arthur, being the quick minded warrior,catches him before he can strike. Valiant pins Arthur against a wall, but Arthur shoves him off roughly. Valiant came closer to Arthur with an evil glint in his eye then the arm with his shield started to shake as two large snakes popped out. Everyone including the King gasped in surprise while Valiant clearly said "What are you doing? I didn't summon you!" then yelled out his snakes "Kill HIM!. I watched intently silently praying for Arthur well being, looking at him I realized he did not have any weapon I looked to the guard above us in the stands and reached for his sword.
"Arthur!" I screamed getting his attention and throwing the sword. Arthur caught it with grace and began cutting the snakes in pieces making his way to Valiant.
After killing the snakes Arthur made his way towards to Valiant himself and plunged to sword into his gut. Arthur couldn't help but whisper in Valiants ear "It looks like I'll be going to that feast with Lyanna after all."
The crowd went crazy with the cheers and chants! As Arthur proudly took his helmet and thrusting in the air showing his victory. I locked eyes with the prince for a few seconds smiling at him while clapping joyfully. After everything, I went to Reggie to finish getting ready for the banquet. Butterflies entered my stomach thinking the it was Arthur that was going to be my champion, my hero. I let my hairs curl down my back and put on a silver sash on my midnight blue dress. Putting on a bit of Kohl for my eyes and staining my lips again i was ready. Both me and Arthur met at the door for our big entrance. "My honorable guests, I give you Prince Arthur, your champion. " The clapping only got louder as Arthur offered his arm. "My lady" he said with a half smirk half smile.
I curtsied before accepting his arm "My Champion" I replied. We walked down the hall together at a leisure pace. My arm seemed to be on fire for some reason but the only thing that amazed me it was the arm around Arthur's not my other one. Trying to make small talk I asked.
"Has your father apologized yet for not believing you?"
"He'll never apologize you and your sister should know that by now. I hope, uh, you're not disappointed Valiants not escorting you." He replied.
"Turns out he wasn't really champion material." I said looking at his bright eyes that seemed to shine even more than usual as he smiled at me.
"That was some tournament final." he continued
"Tell me about it. It's not every day a girl gets to save her prince. Maybe I should get half of the reward money" I teased.
"Uh, I wouldn't say I needed exactly saving. I'm sure I would've thought of something." he stated arrogantly
"Oh I see you're too proud to admit you were saved by a girl." I began.
"Because I wasn't." Arthur simply said.
"You know what? I wish Valiant was escorting me. At least it would be one jerk with me not a jerk with his over sized ego!" I retorted back with a sarcastic smile.
"Me too. Then I wouldn't have to listen to you and your annoying voice." He said as he smirked at me
"Fine!" I shouted at his face.
"Fine!" he shouted back.
I growled at his face as i walked off to go find Morgana and Gwen, who were chatting in a corner. I spent the rest of night with them joking and chatting about all the excitement that happened . One good thing is that I got a chance to talk to Merlin who apparently got his job back. I was so pleased for him knowing that Arthur and Merlin seemed to be making a bond a strange odd one but a bond none the less. As I made my way to bed, I replayed to the fight of Arthur and Valiant in my head. How did the snakes appear without Valiant summoning them? Was magic just faulty and or did someone intervene? If someone did intervene they must be good because they saved Arthur and help proved the truth. Maybe Camelot has someone watching over it. I closed my eyes letting my mind wander to less complicated things and drifted to sleep.
