A/N: Guys guess what today's my Birthday (Yes I'm a Capricorn just like Colin Morgan! Don't even know why I'm so excited about that) so I thought I would gift you with a brand new chapter and all I want in return from you my dear loyal readers is tones of reviews. Thank you, Merci, Enjoy - BF

Chapter 7

'' Can't it wait? I really want you right now," Vivian purred seductively in Arthur's ear.

" No it can't. It's important," Arthur insisted.

" Fine. What is it?" she asked hands on her hips now.

" I think… I think we should sit"

"Arthur just tell me what's going on," Vivian snapped slowly growing impatient. She sat close to Arthur turning slightly so she was now facing him.

" I don't know how to tell you this. I've been thinking about it for quite a while now and uh-" he paused briefly scratching his head. " You're a beautiful woman Vivian. You're passionate and well," Arthur swallowed hard now was to confess how he really felt.

Oh my, is he proposing? No he can't be…

" I think I know what you want to tell me," Vivian said quietly.

" You… do?" Arthur frowned, confused.

" Yes and I understand why it is making so you nervous," she continued taking both his hands in hers.

" You…do?" Arthur repeated dumbly.

" I do and the answer is yes. Yes Arthur I will marry you," Vivian said leaning forward for a kiss.

" Wait! No I wasn't proposing," Arthur pulled away before she got the chance to reach his lips.

"What? Then if this isn't a proposal, what is this about?" Vivian asked annoyed, but mostly disappointed.

Arthur looked at her straight in the eyes and took a deep breath," You and I… we ca-" He didn't have the chance to finish his sentence, the phone rang.

Oh for heaven's sake!

" What!" Arthur answered the phone irritated.

" Arthur, are you alright? What's going on?"

" Rose hey! Nothing, it's nothing you need to worry about," he reassured.

" Ooookay, anyway can you come to pick me up at the Hammy O?"

" Now?"

"Yeah, the show is over. Pippa's driver would have given me a ride home, but there's a problem with their car"

" Fine don't move I'll be there in few moments," Arthur said hanging up the phone.

" Vivian I have to go get Rose. I'll be back shortly"

" I'm sleeping here tonight anyway so we have all the time my love," she shrugged.

" Right, make yourself comfortable then," Arthur grabbed his keys and a jacket then left.

" Ah but I intend to," Vivian whispered conspiratorially to herself. She dug in her purse and withdrew a white satin straps lace see-through babydoll. Smirking, she went to Arthur's bedroom to change.

°°O°°

" … I had so much fun! It was complete euphoria. Everyone was screaming and singing. Ed was amazing, wicked. I loved it from start to finish," Rose exclaimed unable to contain her excitement.

Arthur was hearing everything, but he clearly wasn't paying any attention.

" Arthur, woo ooh Arthur! Are you even listening to me?"

No response.

"I smoke pot and drank alcohol tonight," Rose tried.

Arthur's brain registered the information and he promptly hit the brake pedal earning him several loud car horns from the other drivers.

" You did what!"

" So now I have your attention. I didn't do any of that I promise," Rose giggled holding her hands up, innocently.

" Jeez Rose don't ever do that again," Arthur breath releasing the brakes.

" Arthur what is wrong with you? You seem troubled and definitely distant," Rose asked, concerned.

" I'm just tired. That's all," Arthur sighed.

Rose knew there was more to it, but didn't press. She rested her head against the window and closed her eyes. They drove in complete silence until they arrived at the flat.

" I'm going to take a shower. If you're hungry there's some pizza left in the fridge," Arthur said quietly while hanging his jacket and tossing his keys on the table.

" Thanks," Rose said mildly.

Arthur headed towards his room where he saw Vivian sprawled sideways on his bed.

" Vivian, what are you-"

" You told me to make myself comfortable. Come my love," she said her voice dropping low and velvety.

" I need to take a shower first," Arthur replied quickly unbuttoning his shirt.

" I'll go chat with Rose then," Vivian climbed off the bed and stopped briefly in front of Arthur. She rose on her tiptoe and whispered in his ear," Don't be too long" she bit his ear then opened the door.

Just as she was about to exit his room, Arthur grabbed her by the arm." Here, you should put this on," he warned handing her the shirt he was wearing to cover herself since she was almost half naked.

"Oh indeed silly me," she chuckled.

In the kitchen, Rose was setting a slice of pizza in the microwave when she felt like someone was gazing at her. She turned around and jumped slightly at the sight of Vivian staring at her.

" I didn't mean to startle you," Vivian started.

" You're spying on me now,"

" Of course not! I was… I was just wondering something"

Bip… Bip… Bip…Bip

Rose turned her attention back to the microwave. She withdrew her plate and closed the door.

"Did you ever think about finding your biological parents?" Vivian asked suddenly.

Rose stiffened and swallowed hard. That particular subject always made her uncomfortable.

Vivian had intentionally struck a very sensitive chord.

" I don't… I haven't thought about that. Why?"

" Don't get me wrong. I'm merely curious"

Yeah a bit toocurious…

" It's alright" Rose responded dryly.

" Well, I think it is best not to dwell on this matter"

" Indeed"

" But if you ever wished to know who your real parents are, do let me know. My father has connections at Scotland Yard. It would be my pleasure to help you," she smiled, an insincere smile.

" Vivian can you come here?" Arthur called from his bedroom.

"I shall not make Arthur wait any longer and I trust you this conversation is to remain between the two of us only," Vivian warned before wandering back to Arthur's room leaving Rose who had now completely lost her appetite in the kitchen.

Arthur was sitting on his bed his head buried in his hands. He was shirtless clad only in his pyjama trousers. Vivian took it as a sign and rapidly got rid of his shirt throwing it carelessly on top of a nearby stool. She climbed on the bed behind him and placed several wet kisses down his back while her hands were busy caressing his shoulders.

" Vivian stop it now. We need to talk" Arthur breathed.

" No Arthur we'll have a chat later. I want you right now and I know do you too," she told him trailing kisses down his neck now. She positioned herself in front of Arthur and planted a passionate kiss on his lips placing his strong hands firmly on her hips.

Arthur pulled away regaining his thoughts. " No, Vivian you and I we can't do this not anymore. I don't want it. It's over…I'm sorry," Arthur finally confessed rolling away from her.

" Wha-what did you just say?" Vivian demanded dumbfounded.

" I'm… I'm breaking up with you," he replied confidently.

" Arthur, no what? No. Y-you can't be serious" Vivian panicked too much shocked to cry.

" I am"

" I don't believe it. Why? What have I done?"

"It is not you Vivian. It's…" Arthur paused searching for the right words.

" Arthur, have you lost your mind? Thousands of men would kill just to have the chance to be with me, yet I chose you. I chose to be with you."

"I know," Arthur said quietly looking down at his feet.

"You've met someone else haven't you?"

Arthur didn't reply. He couldn't bring himself to tell her that yes he did meet someone else. Someone Vivian couldn't even hold a candle to.

Vivian started to laugh bitterly. " I will find her and make her life miserable," she threatened.

" I haven't met anyone Vivian. I promise," Arthur lied.

" Then what is it? Why this sudden change of heart?" she snapped, angry.

Arthur pinched the bridge of nose, " I told already told you. I don't think that we are right for each other anymore. I'm sorry"

" No, Arthur I won't accept that lame excuse. I want the real reason now," she yelled.

" Vivian, please, Keep your voice down. It's late you'll be disturbing the neighbours not to mention that Rose might be asleep"

Arthur tried to remain calm as to Vivian she was on the verge of hysteria.

" I DON'T CARE ABOUT ROSE! Ever since you've been taking her under you wing, you've been neglecting me! It's like I don't even exist to you anymore!"

" Vivian please listen I-"

" No you listen to me Arthur Pendragon," she took a deep breath trying to calm herself." You and I are meant to be together it's as simple as that. Besides how would Uther react if he learns that you, his son, walk out on me Vivian Lewis, daughter of his wealthiest and most important bank shareholder? Not to mention that I could very well tell Uther that you're fostering a child and something tells me that he won't be pleased about it"

" You wouldn't do that," Arthur shook his head.

" I could," Vivian shrugged. She was now slowly winning him back.

" You're trying to blackmail me, aren't you?"

Vivian put her original clothes back on. " Listen Arthur. As hard as it is going to be for me, I am willing to give you some time and some space so you could think about what I just said. And then when you'll be ready, when Rose will be gone. We will have our life back"

" Rose isn't going anywhere Vivian. She's staying here for as long as she needs and why…why can't you just accept the fact that I have made up my mind and that I don't want to continue this relationship. It's neither fair to you nor me. It's time for both of us to move on "

Vivian sighed then joined Arthur who was standing near the door.

" I don't know what has happened to you my love, but I'll fix it I promise and I will wait for you". With that said Vivian kissed him softly on the lips and left.

Arthur grabbed his soccer ball and with all his strength he threw it violently on the wall. Vivian wasn't going to let go that easily, no.

What part of It's over between us can't she understand!

"Arthur," Rose's quiet voice called from the doorway. She had been eavesdropping their entire conversation.

"Sorry Rose didn't mean to wake you. It's okay, go back to bed," Arthur reassured.

" No Arthur it's not… it's not okay," she whispered running into his arms. " I'm sorry. I didn't mean to cause you any trouble. Now Vivian is threatening to tell everything to your father and it's because of me. Everything is because of me," she sobbed.

" No Rose, don't say that, none of this is your fault and I won't let her harm you. Everything is going to be just fine. I'm asking to trust me Rose," Arthur said softly stroking her hair.

" I do trust you Arthur," Rose snorted wiping away her tears.

°°O°°

" Scotland Yard good evening. How can we help you?" A female voice greeted on the phone.

" I am Vivian Lewis daughter of-"

" I know who you are Miss Lewis, please tell me how can I be helpful to you?"

" I would like to talk to mister Percival Knightley"

" No problem please hold a moment I will transfer you to his office"

Vivian patiently waited to the sound of rubbish hold music.

" Percival Knightley, how can I help miss Lewis?"

" I would need a big favour from you"

" Of course, anything you desire"

" I need to retrace a certain woman who goes by the name of Sophia Watson and who fifteen years ago gave birth to a girl named Rose"