A/N: Earlier, I said Arthur was King, but not yet, Uther is still alive.

Merlin opened the door to the healing hut and Gaius said, "Merlin, Brynn left something for you."

Merlin froze. Was Brynn sending him a token of her affection for him? He need not delay the surprise, besides, despite what her intentions might be, he was curious. He walked up to his room, and saw something glitter. It was a ring, with a dragon.

"Beautiful." He thought.

Even though he didn't share the affection, he slipped it on, not noticing it had a spell in it. It was time for dinner, so he headed back to the table to dine with his mentor.

Back at the Castle, Gwen served the King his dinner and asked if he needed anything else. But as usual, King Uther said nothing. She bowed and started to leave. Arthur came in, and stared at the necklace she was wearing.

Arthur spoke, "So, who gave you that?" He did his best not to get angry when he had asked.

Gwen noticed and answered, "A gift from Brynn, she insisted I wear it and it looked beautiful on me."

Arthur, shaking his head at his jumping to conclusions, smiled and said, "She is right. I actually got something from her too. And I quote, 'A gift of friendship and grateful thanks for your kindness.'"

He showed her the ring. Gwen had no reason to be jealous. She knew Brynn favored Merlin and trusted her friend. After all, Brynn could have killed the man Gwen loved, but she had spared Arthur. Even with Morgana's betrayal shaking her overall trust, she believed in the noble Brynn.

Night time came and Merlin and his friends all laid down their head. Well, all but Brynn. She was eagerly waiting for her spell to take affect. This kind of magic wouldn't be noticed by non- magical folk because it extracts memories but does not remove it completely. She would have to use a different spell should she ever remove one's memories, but she had no desire. Her bag was slung on her back, supplies packed and travel clothes on. Once her magical task was done she would ride off and seek the witch. She had to be extremely stealthy so no one would follow her.

Hours passed until it was 2 am. She felt all the memories she needed pour in. It was time. Drawing up her hood, she snuck through the castle to the stable. Guards were walking through town, so she hid by a booth. Sighing with relief, she continued on after they were out of sight.

The next morning, Merlin and Gaius heard a knock. It was Percival.

"Everything alright Percival?" inquired Merlin.

"Have you seen Brynn?"

"No, why?"

"Gwen said her bed was untouched, and that was unusual. She had no idea what Brynn had been doing or where she is."

Merlin pondered the Knight's words. What could the witch be up to… she had asked about Morgana and dashed off. She was reckless, but what… then it hit him.

Seeing the look on his friend's face, Percival said, "What is the matter?"

"She has gone after Morgana."