Harry, on the other hand, felt the complete opposite. He was alive more than ever, knowing that someone had known about him. Though he would never admit it to any of them, it was nice for a change. Someone knew what and who he was and if they were out to get him, he welcomed the invitation to have them try and murder him. He was ready. Harry knew what he was capable of and wanted to let this hacker know, ready to show them the end of his barrel of his gun.

The idea of staying underground was enough to bore him, and it was apparent to Harry that Arthur needed to get away from HQ.

Inviting him to have dinner at The Wolseley, to fill his belly and forget his problems. Their suits were as to be expected, well-refined and tailored to perfection and they were the bell of the ball! So to speak.

"Merlin, glad you could come!" Harry said with a smile.

"Thank you for invitation but I don't think this is wise." he said with a long sigh.

"Fear is not real. It's a manifestation of our minds that we can easily let go of. Besides, you look like death, you needed an escape."

"Death could be in our future for all we know."

"Now, you're just spoiling the dinner." Harry said in a slight annoyed tone. "It's been a while since we did this. Try to at least enjoy yourself."

"Like our last dinner?" Merlin said in a grim tone.

Harry shook his head, "Don't make me stun you right here, right now. Embarrassment is almost worse than death."

Merlin just smiled as he fixed his tie. It was an empty threat and he knew it, but it did change his attitude.

"Lancelot is on his way." Harry mentioned.

"Ah yes, he just came back yesterday from Indonesia."

"How did the business trip go?"

"Went well as expected." Merlin said with a smile, knowing that Lancelot killed an internationally wanted man whom was in the business of drugs.

As they entered, they walked with their heads tall and with power, few stared at them passing by, it was rude to stare. In secrecy, women were watching. Harry could see the women staring at them as he gave a small smile an nods to them. All except Merlin, he was too preoccupied on something else.

They sat down and immediately ordered a drink.

"There, now to get you out of the office and into real society."

"Yes and to have more women glance at us."

"Why not? I'd rather think we deserve it."

"I wish I could say the same."

Harry silenced quickly then said, "Right, after Cecilia." pausing as their drinks came. They slowly sipped it, "It's been 3 years, mate. I think it's time you let it pass. Besides, if she thought seeing that idiot of a Doctor was a step better from you, she must have been out of her mind."

"Probably for the better. She said it better than anyone I know, I'm married to my work." as he swallowed hard and grunted.

Harry thought about it, "Well then it seems I am married to my work too." he nodded in agreement. Still it wasn't enough to make Merlin feel better. "Come now, mate! There has to be another lively women out there that has captured your attention? Or even one of these ladies in this room? You can't tell me there hasn't been one!"

Merlin remained silent, he then thought of that women in the navy blue dress and kahki trench coat, how it fit her so well, with the red lips and glasses she wore. He leaned back on his chair and chuckled, "I should ask about you? How long has it been?"

Harry covered his shame real quick with a gulp of his drink, "There! You can't tell me the same." Merlin pointed his finger at him and smiled. It was something they both had in common and it made them wonder, "I suppose Cecilia was right." Harry said in a low tone as he stared at his cup. "We are married to our work. This jobs comes with it's perks but, in the end, is it worth knowing we could place a relationship in shambles, the moment it starts?" he said the harsh truth. "I'd hate to think I'd have to tell your spouse you died." Harry told him.

Merlin nodded, "Likewise." as he lifted is glass and so did Harry. Their glasses clinked, "To a long life and many women in our beds before we are murdered." Harry said while Merlin laughed. Together they drank their remaining alcohol, just in time for Lancelot. "Sorry, mates. What did I miss?"

"We just determined we are married to our work." Merlin said with a smug smile.

For a month straight, nothing had happened and it was worrying Merlin. Of all things, he thought he could let go but he kept his guard up and never let it falter. He was loosing sleep again. Nothing could help him find relief from the idea that someone could hack into his system and get away with it. During that time, he started to look at different organizations for any wanted hackers or fugitives. It was a very large window of possible criminals but it was hard to pin point them.

Arthur's worries had increased when Merlin had become consumed with this hacker. Warning him to stay ahead and pay attention to the the work that was at hand, which was to prepare Lancelot and Galahad for their next assignment.

Until next time.