A/N: ok I know this might not be what people were expecting but I always say expect the unexpected. Or if it was exactly what you were expecting then "spot on ole chap." But I digress, enjoy
"Your body is something a man only dreams of..." Arthur says to his beautiful wife. Gwen was changing into her nightclothes while he watched.
"I really do hope you feel the same way after I have your child." Gwen teased him by poking her belly out in front of the mirror.
"Why wouldn't I?"
"Well naturally I'm going to grow quite big..." he comes up behind her and hugs her tight.
"I don't care how big you get... You will always be the apple of my eye."
She turns around and kisses him on the cheek.
"Arthur as much as I love this, us being together without having to hide our love... Your father is searching for you as we speak. How much longer can we stay here without him finding us?"
"This kingdom has been abandoned for many centuries. My father won't even think about looking for us here. This could be our new home... A New life."
"Arthur I understand you think that.. But your father, he's ruthless. I couldn't forgive myself if something happened to you because of me."
She pulled away from him. He quickly brought her back in his arms.
"I know you worry, but as long as I have you, no man can hurt me. Not even my father. Guinevere Pendragon you give me the strength of a thousand men. Without you and your love I think I'd be lost." she smiled and pushed him back onto the bed.
"You have a way with words Arthur."
Gwen said seductively.
"Thank you my lady." he pulled her to him and held on to the small of her waist. She straddled him and began kissing him ardently.
"I'd die for you Gwen." he said through light kisses.
"Ok Arthur I get it you love me... No need to exaggerate."
Arthur pulled her away from him and cupped her face with his hands.
"I'm not kidding Gwen. I'd take my last breath for you. As long as you love me."
Gwen didn't know what to say as immediate tears rolled down her face. He'd given up so much for her and asked her for nothing in return except her love. Which right now Gwen felt like giving him three times over. She pressed her hot lips against his again in a feverish kiss. He gripped her tighter, holding on for dear life.
"I will love you Arthur, always." she managed to say. Arthur had a smile on his face that could light up the dim room. He threw her down on the bed. "Say that just one more time..."
Gwaine nor Merlin could sleep because of the new noises the newlyweds were making in their bedroom. Merlin got up and knocked on gwaine's door.
"I'm guessing you can't sleep either?" Gwaine asks him.
"Well ever since we left Camelot... Arthur has decided to forget to use his INDOOR VOICE!" Merlin yelled. No one replied.
"I can't say I blame the man... Gwen could take down some kings I know with just a stare. If I were Arthur I'd be..." Gwaine started.
"DONOT finish that sentence." Merlin stopped him. And plopped himself into a chair.
"Makes you wonder though doesn't it?" Gwaine playfully nudged him with his hand, and then sat in the chair next to him.
"Wonder what exactly?" Merlin questioned.
"If Arthur is doing it right... You know what I mean." Gwaine flashed a big smile at him. Merlin rolled his eyes.
"I'm not really concerned about if Arthur is doing a good job or not with his wife Gwaine. If you are that's your problem."
"I was just having a laugh with you Merlin. It's already obvious he's doing it just fine."
"It was a bad idea coming in here."
"Lighten up Merlin have some fun! Speaking of... I never see you with a girl. Or anybody for that matter that isn't the crowned prince himself."
"So... What is your point?"
"Are you... Your not are you?"
"Am I what?" Merlin got up ready to defend himself.
"Are you... In love with Arthur? You are aren't you? That would explain why you're always protecting him, always by his side, always there for him."
"I am NOT in love with Arthur. He is my prince. I do for him only what he wishes. I love women."
"Stop the charade. It's ok Merlin, love is love. I will not judge you differently, but Gwen might. And you might be oblivious to that sound... But Arthur likes women... Well particularly one woman, who I assume he just finished throughly satisfying because the sounds are now gone."
"Ok that's it! I'm out of here."
"Wait…" Gwaine started. "Where are you going?"
"I don't know, Maybe I'll go back to Camelot and have Uther torture me. Because it's far better than being here with Arthur and Gwen's night time rituals and your pandering!" Merlin stormed out of the door and Gwaine went over to his bed and fell down on it laughing.
(Meanwhile in Camelot)
"Where is Arthur? Did you find him?"
"We have scoured all over my lord, there are no signs of Arthur anywhere." Uther got up off his throne and met Sir Leon face to face.
"Either you find my son... Or I will assign it to someone who has more heart and capable of doing a simple task."
"The task is not as simple you believe it to be. It's almost like Arthur vanished off the face of the earth."
"Stop making excuses and FIND MY SON! Now get out of my sight." as Leon was walking away Uther stopped him.
"Oh Sir Leon? If you do not find Arthur... Do not bother to come back to Camelot." Leon heeded his warning then stormed out of the room.
Leon was exiting and Vivian entered.
She saw Uther. He looked upset and confused and more stressed out than ever. Vivian went over to him and poured him some water.
"What troubles you my lord... If you don't mind talking to a princess that is.
Uther smiled. "Of course not lady Vivian. Take a seat." Vivian sat down and looked intently on him.
"I just don't see what Arthur sees in this serving girl, that he is willing to give up his throne... His birthright for her?"
"Permission to speak freely?"
Uther gave her the ok.
"After being entranced by the handsome prince myself I can say there's much to like about him. He's kind and loyal, fair and just. Any woman would fall hard for him. And I've seen this Guinevere woman in action. She's more than beauty my lord she embodies a queen. Maybe that's why he chose her. Because he represents everything your not and she represents everything he wishes for. Beauty, brilliance, lovely, hard working. Maybe it's time for a different age my lord, maybe it's time for a change."
"Vivian I've known you for most of your life and never have you spoke of anyone fondly, other than yourself. What makes you so wise?"
"I met a man, who opened my eyes to my flaws. Like always I have pushed him away. But he still managed to write me a sweet letter telling me that I should believe in myself more, he has become a true friend who has made me see like through a fresh pair of eyes."
"Well your thoughts are much appreciated but I think I know what's best for my own son. And no matter what he thinks it is not her."
Uther stormed out of the room leaving Vivian there by herself shaking her head.
(Back in the very Undisclosed Location)
Arthur ran his hand up and down Gwen's thigh while she slept. This was all he ever wanted. Her and him to be together freely. Without Uther trying to tear them apart. If he went back to Camelot that would never happen. It had to be this way- they could never return unless Uther waivered. And sadly Arthur knew that would not happen anytime soon. Arthur looked down at his wife who was smiling in her sleep. He got up and looked out of the window. He decided he was making the right choice. Even if he wasn't.
A knock happened on the door. Arthur put on his trousers and then told Merlin to come in.
"Merlin... What's wrong?"
"Arthur we need to talk." Arthur takes Merlin into the next room.
"What is it Merlin, what's wrong?"
"Arthur you know we can't stay here forever. I was out walking and saw the knights of Camelot around the boarder. They are getting closer. We need to leave in the morning if you don't want to get caught."
"I understand Merlin. We will leave by morning."
Arthur looked away contemplating and Merlin caught on quickly. Sometimes he swore he knew him better than he knew himself.
"Is this really the life you want for her Arthur?"
"What choice do I have Merlin? Go back to Camelot so my father can break us apart or worse? Kill her because of me?"
"What about your child that's growing inside her? That little boy or girl that will depend on you as we all do Arthur. What happens then? You need to go to your father and tell him that he's mad if he thinks you'll let him hurt Gwen. Stand up for the woman you love. The woman who believes in you above all others. The question is my lord... Is she worth it to you?"
Gwen began to stir in the bed. She reached over for Arthur but he wasn't there. She thought he was playing a little game of hide and seek with her so she got up wrapped the sheet around her and looked for Arthur. She saw some shadows in the next room so she opened the door and threw her sheet down immediately.
"Surpri-" Gwen was shocked when Arthur's eyes widen and his face turned red smiling, but also she was even more so when merlin turned around to see her in all her naked glory. Arthur ran over to Gwen and put the sheet back around her taking her back into the next room.
"What exactly were you thinking?" he asked her.
"I thought you were alone... Sorry I'm so embarrassed right now."
"Don't be. I loved the view."
"And merlin? Did he?" Gwen went behind the screen and sank to the floor. Arthur came quickly to consul her,
"I am an idiot!" she screamed. Her cheeks glowing red. He pulled her up from the floor and embraced her.
"Guinevere... Stop beating yourself up. I bet you that's more then Merlin has seen in his life time anyway." that made Gwen laugh and she calmed down a little.
After basically talking Gwen off the metaphorical ledge Arthur finally got her back in the bed. They just laid there together. Looking into each other's eyes, sheets and bodies Intertwined.
"I know you said you wanted to build a life here Arthur... but surely the knights will figure out we are here soon what are we going to do?"
Arthur put his hand on her stomach. And brought her face closer to his.
"I know you're going to think I'm crazy for saying this but... I know where we are going next, the question is if you are going to be ok with it or not?"
"Arthur, you're scaring me, exactly where are we going?"
"To Camelot."