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A/N: Hey guys sorry for taking so long to update! Let me know what you think as I'm still unsure whether I'm going to continue this story. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Alyssa tentatively made her way into the room examining her surroundings carefully. The room was a mess with various bottles containing who knows what were scattered everywhere, equipment similar to that of a scientist but more primitive were also found on various workplaces whilst papers and books were scattered on every available surface in addition to the large quantity of books that were placed on the upper level of the room on shelves. There was also a small kitchen and dining area and a door at the back of the room which Alyssa assumed lead to another room, possibly the bedroom.
Curious she moved to pick up one of the many books lying around, as she opened the front cover of the book Alyssa heard the front door open. Startled she dropped the book and as she bent down to retrieve it two people walked into the room.
"What in the world are you doing in here?" the older of the two said. He was an ageing man with long greying hair and green eyes wearing deep red robes. The younger of the two was slightly taller and had dark hair, blue eyes that looked somewhat familiar wearing deep brown pants, a blue shirt with a red neckerchief and a light brown jacket.
"Erm the door was open," Alyssa replied placing the book back where she found it.
"It most definitely was not. Who are you anyway? Hmm?" the man questioned.
"It most certainly was," Alyssa said before pausing and clearing her throat, "And I'm Alyssa,"
"I know you," the younger man replied.
"I highly doubt that," Alyssa interrupted before the man could speak again.
"I'm Merlin," he said taking a step towards Alyssa. Alyssa stared at Merlin slightly confused until she remembered what had happened the previous year.
"Hunith's son?" She inquired.
"Yeah, so you do remember?" He asked
"How is that possible? The last time I saw you, you were a kid and now, well now you're not. It's only been a year," she replied slightly confused.
"A year?" Merlin repeated pulling a face, "it's been much longer than a year I assure you,"
"Clearly," Alyssa replied blithely. Merlin smiled slightly but said nothing.
"So how exactly do you know each other then? How is it even possible?" The older man questioned. Merlin and Alyssa looked at each other silently pleading the other to answer the question. Alyssa rolled her eyes before speaking.
"I'm not entirely sure how it's possible but like today one day last year I just ended up in Merlin's home and then before I knew it I was back home again," Alyssa briefly explained.
"Mum adored you. She spoke about you all the time. Think you're part of the reason she sent me here actually," Merlin added.
"Me? What did I do?" Alyssa enquired.
"You gave her hope that I'd be alright and that everything would work out. What exactly did you say to her?" Alyssa grinned slyly.
"I just told her the truth,"
"The truth about what?" Merlin asked wearily.
"You," Alyssa stated.
"I don't understand,"
"I'm pretty sure you're not supposed to yet but I'm sure you will,"
"So if I am to understand correctly you are from the future –" the older man started.
"That is correct," Alyssa interrupted and was promptly silenced by the older man giving her a pointed look, "Sorry," she whispered.
"Well then what on earth are you doing here?" he enquired.
"Honestly? I have no idea but there has to be a reason right?" Alyssa asked hopefully.
"Yes I'm sure there is. Now do you have any idea how long you'll be staying?"
"No not really, last time I was only around for a few hours but there's no way to tell I don't think," she replied
"Alright well I suppose considering your circumstances you shall have to stay with us should you need a place to stay. Next we'll need to find you some more appropriate clothes," he said looking over towards Merlin whilst Alyssa looked down at clothes, she was wearing a pair of black leggings, a white blouse and a black blazer with black knee length wedge boots.
"I'm sure Gwen will be able to help," Merlin said uncertainly.
"Yes well you best hope so, now you better hurry and hope no one catches her in those clothes,"
"Right, come on Alyssa we need to hurry," Merlin said before dragging Alyssa who was still studying her clothes out of the room.
"Honestly though, what's wrong with my clothes?" Alyssa asked trying to keep up with Merlin who was practically running towards Gwen's home. Merlin sighed before answering.
"Look around your clothes don't exactly fit in and because we don't know how long you're going to stay we need to get you some clothes that will help you to blend in,"
"I get that I do but if this is anything like last time I won't be here that long so why can I not just keep my clothes and hide out at your place with, what was his name by the way?" she questioned.
"I don't know ask Gaius," Merlin replied
"Who's Gaius?" Alyssa asked, Merlin said nothing but gave her a look which said 'are you serious?' "Oh the guy, that's Gaius, good to know," Alyssa said once she understood what he was trying to say.
As they made their way to Gwen's house Alyssa noticed a small crowd forming, curious she made her way over motioning for Merlin to do the same.
"Look I really don't think this is a good idea we need to get you to Gwen's," Merlin pleaded
"I just want to have a quick look and then we can go," Alyssa replied before looking at what was going on, "what the hell? Why doesn't anyone do anything? The poor boy," she asked upon witnessing the scene of boy being accosted by another group of boys being lead by a boy who was a similar height to Merlin but with blonde hair and broader shoulders.
"Fear of punishment, now let's go," Merlin replied trying to pull Alyssa along with him.
"What?" Alyssa responded surprised.
"You heard me, now come on Alyssa we need to move,"
"Oh don't tell me that the twat is the prince?" Alyssa said figuring out what he meant. Merlin cleared his throat but said nothing. "Well?"
"Well what? You said not to tell you,"
"So he is the prince?"
"Yup,"
"Brilliant," Alyssa said sarcastically
"I know, and from next week I get to be his manservant," Merlin said with fake enthusiasm.
"You don't seem pleased," Alyssa noted.
"He's an idiot; would you want to be working for someone like him?"
"Fair point, but you know maybe people change?"
"People? Sure. Arthur? I highly doubt it," Alyssa said nothing but glanced back in the direction of the Prince.
The rest of the journey to Gwen's house, although short was made in silence making the walk feel much longer to both Alyssa and Merlin. Upon reaching Gwen's home Alyssa couldn't help but notice some similarities between Gwen's home and what little she could remember of Merlin's. Merlin knocked on the door which was then opened to reveal a young girl who appeared to be a similar age to Merlin, with darker skin and dark brown curly hair.
"Merlin," the girl exclaimed happily, "And friend," she said confused upon noticing Alyssa.
"I'm Alyssa," Alyssa said with a smile extending her hand for a handshake.
"I'm Guinevere but most people call me Gwen," Gwen replied with a smile taking Alyssa hand.
"We need your help," Merlin said
"Of course, what do you need?" Gwen questioned
"A change of clothes for Alyssa if it's not too much trouble," Merlin replied gesturing to Alyssa's clothing.
"Oh no that shouldn't be a problem, come on in and let's see what I can do,"
"Thanks," Alyssa said as she followed Merlin into Gwen's home.
"Okay then let me just take your measurements and in the meantime I could probably find something you could borrow," Gwen said
"That would be great; it's not too much hassle is it?" Alyssa asked
"No no it may take some time though you're not in a rush are you?"
"No no definitely not," Alyssa replied with a smile before letting Gwen do her work.
"So you never did tell me why you moved here?" Alyssa said breaking the silence whilst she and Merlin casually walked back to Gaius' home. Merlin cast a sideways glance at her before answering.
"Well like I said before it was mums idea, she was worried that people were getting suspicious about what I can do so she sent me here hoping Gaius could teach and help me," Merlin explained
"Help you how?" Alyssa enquired, Merlin shrugged before answering.
"Help me find out why I was born like this and to help me find a reason for it," he replied
"And have you? Found a reason I mean?" She questioned.
"Apparently it's Arthur, I'm supposed to protect him or something," Merlin said grimly, Alyssa smiled.
"And what's wrong with that? Seems like a good reason," Merlin gave Alyssa an incredulous stare.
"Yes protect the Prince using magic in Camelot where magic is banned is just fantastic," he whispered harshly, "and besides you saw him and agreed that he's an idiot," Alyssa shrugged
"Even idiots need protecting sometimes," Merlin didn't reply instead shook his head before opening the door to Gaius' home.
Merlin froze as soon as he walked into Gaius' apartment as his gaze landed upon the prince. Merlin stood frozen in place until Alyssa pushed him into the room.
"What is your problem? You can't just stop in the middle of walking!" Alyssa said irritated, "Hey Gaius, so what do you think?" She said more cheerfully whilst motioning to the change of clothes she was wearing.
"They're lovely," Gaius responded with a slight smile.
"Who are you?" Arthur asked which caused Alyssa to frown.
"I'm a friend of Merlin's"
"Merlin has friends?" He said sarcastically
"Why wouldn't he have friends?"
"Well you know he's Merlin," Alyssa glared at Arthur.
"I'm standing right here you know," Merlin stated slightly annoyed.
"Hmmm anyways I have to go. Thanks for that Gaius," Arthur stated before swiftly leaving the room.
"How rude," Alyssa stated in reference Arthur's behaviour
"Yes well that is Arthur," Gaius responded.
"Prat," Alyssa muttered only loud enough for Merlin to hear who chuckled in response.
A/N: Thank you so much for reading! And like I said before if you could leave a review with your thoughts it would really help me to decide whether or not I continue this story! Thanks again! =)