Katerina Riley: Oh, Merlin is a genius alright. :D And yes, I do believe Arthur was one of those that don't act against it and just let it slide. :) I'm glad you liked it! ^^
Murphy AT : I disagree. The episode had SO much depth, at least for me. I think that Merlin was faced with a difficult decision and he did the right thing in the end. Magic brought back by force would've just been worse. :)
CaptainOzone : Lol, Oz! You are right of course. :D And thanks! It is a good feeling, all the hard work was worth it!
Yami no Serena: Aww, I am so glad! And yes, maybe one day I will. *winks mysteriously.*
servant123: Thanks! :D
sarajm : the character of Merlin always changes people around him, be it for better or for worse. I find that extremely interesting. Thanks! :)
WARNINGS: Season 5 Spoilers!
Title: Turning Pages.
Summary: A ficlet miscellany inspired by random music/desserts/quotes/movies or thoughts. No slash.
Inspiration: 5x06 AND a sudden need to redeem myself from neglecting Elyan a little love.
A/N:
Yesterday came as a shocker. My sis and I were hugging each other and bawling like two abandoned puppies as we watched Elyan die and yes, let's face it, aren't we all a little guilty that we did not pay that much attention to our lost knight? I think he deserves more love than what we've given him.
*clears throat as she blinks away the tears.*
The next piece is dedicated to Sir Elyan a brave brother in arms and a loving brother. Not only was he a good friend, a valiant knight and an honorable man but it was clear that he would do anything for his sister. Let us bow our heads as we say goodbye. Rest In Peace Sir Elyan.
I Always Will.
"Sir Elyan, save me!"
Climbing to his feet while pushing back the red 'cloak' that hung from his tiny frame, her brother waved the wooden sword at the monster, face determined and clear from any fear.
"Release Queen Gwen now!" the self-proclaimed knight demanded, leveling his sword with the bundle of unwashed clothes that held his sister prisoner.
A delighted shriek escaped little Guinevere's lips when the innocent looking bundle began to shift and grow until Tom the blacksmith emerged from it with a wooden sword of his own. He roared and yet Elyan did not stagger back but held his weapon tighter on his hand.
Tom cleared his throat before saying, as quietly and as menacing as he could, bending towards his little boy.
"Leave while you can, I will not let Queen Gwen go unless you kill me."
"Then die you shall." was 'Sir' Elyan's brave answer. He stole a glance at Gwen, who was now trying to hold back a fit of giggles as their father fought his way out of the laundry that swallowed him whole, shaking his feet so that a scarf would slide out of his ankle and finally, finally taking a wooden sword of his own and facing his little boy with a bright smile.
"Only if you defeat me will I let Queen Gwen go."
Pursing his lips and, once again, steeling for the inevitable, the little knight said, voice unwavering. "Then I shall die trying." almost as if it was an afterthought though the look he sent Gwen above the pile of unwashed sheet told her it was not so, he added. "I would never leave my sister on your hands."
With a 'rawr' that succeeded in taking more giggles from Gwen, Tom lunged forwards and began sparring with his son, guiding him gently as he did so, blocking the path of the enthusiastic little knight and marveling at how good Elyan had become, wondering if it was the fact that his sister was in 'immediate' danger that pushed him forwards.
Throwing his sword aside and containing a fit of laughter the father scooped his son upwards, carefully arranging the saucepan that served as helmet on his little boy's head so that he could peek into those big black eyes.
"Mwahahaha!" the laundry monster laughed. "Now I've got you Sir Elyan though I must say I am impressed. You've demonstrated bravery far beyond your height." which wasn't saying much for such a small seven year old but Elyan's eyes became alight with pride and a dazzling grin shone in his little face.
"But I shall eat you now." Tom declared solemnly as he began tickling mercilessly and 'Sir' Elyan dissolved into fits of laughter, waving his arms around frantically in a vain effort to reach his sword. But victory was cut short when the tip of a blade, one that he himself had made, found Tom's backside.
Feigning horror the blacksmith turned around at the same time that Elyan and Gwen let out a delighted squeal of "Leon!"
It came as no surprise to hear the tall blond child say in a commanding tone he'd doubtlessly learned from his father, "You will release my friend Elyan now evil monster or else I'll run you through!"
Faced with the triumphal smirk of little Elyan Tom let out an overly weary sigh and directed a mock-glare to Leon's determined blue eyes. "You should run while you can, Sir Leon."
The boy did not move but rather stood even taller as he looked up at Tom with a resolve that was betrayed by the soft grin on his lips. Shaking his blond curls and shifting so that the long Camelot cape hanging loosely from his shoulders would not interfere in his path- Tom had no doubt that the boy had stolen it from his father's cupboard yet again- he poked at the blacksmith's stomach.
"A knight never abandons one of his own." replied Leon with a little huff. Wasting no time and letting out a blood-curling battle cry the boy clung to Tom's knees, forcing him to let go of Elyan before both the 'knight' and a stunned blacksmith fell into a tangled pile of unwashed clothes.
Panting while scrambling to his feet, letting out a little laugh of accomplishment, 'Sir' Elyan trotted to where his sister was held captive and fought his way through the mess of shirts and aprons, slaying with his makeshift sword anything that dared to stand in his way. When Gwen's bright smile received him on the other side, mirrowing one of his own, he could not help but hug his sister with all of his heart and spin her around as she laughed.
"You saved me, Elyan!"
He looked at her from under the 'helmet' and said, a little breathlessly and yet so sincerely that Guinevere would not forget it in her lifetime. "Oh, don't you worry Gwen. I always will."
That's all folks :) I will miss Elyan, no doubt. And Leon does have a poetic vein, doesn't he? I couldn't fight the giggles as he began reciting his dream. ;)
Oh, and who else was scared out of their minds when fake-Merlin roared at Gwen? Colin's acting is just superb. He managed to transform his adorableness into something that actually freaked me out.