Category: Gen
Pairings/Characters: Merlin, Lancelot, Arthur
Rating: K
Universe: Canon
Word Count: 185
Lancelot
Merlin glanced up, terrified beyond belief.
The creature in front of him was enormous. It had to be at least fifteen feet tall, with a wingspan of maybe three times that length. One of the beast's eyes were as big as Merlin's whole head. It looked him up and down, as if giving the young warlock a quick once-over. Then it became agitated, pawing at the ground with its paw. The half-lion, half-eagle creature gave a shrill screech, loud enough to make Merlin's ears bleed. He was sure he was about to die. Then, everything transgress in slow motion. Somewhere, Merlin could vaguely hear what sounded like Prince Arthur screaming his name. But that couldn't be, could it? Merlin closed his eyes and hoped it wouldn't be too painful.
The pain did not come, however.
Merlin opened his eyes to see a man with long, brown hair and a fearless attitude. He stepped right up to the monster, distracting it, and lead everyone to safety. The young warlock knew at once this courageous man would play a lead role in Arthur and his own fate.