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Snow Patrol – Favorite Friend

You're my favourite friend

when I need you

and when I don't as well

Of course you miss me being around

Since you are here, I assume you want to know the truth. Good. The last time we spoke, I told you a little about our "characters", however I have not yet told you about Arthur. I know I said he was a servant, but I did not reveal much more. I decided that today, I will start with him, do not worry, when this narrative is finished, when there is nothing else to explain, I will give you proof that all I am saying is true.

The first thing you should know is that magic is real. There are sorcerers, magical creatures, witches... and more! Magic was responsible for the death of Arthur's mother, just not in the way that you think. Arthur's father – Uther Pendragon - did not make a deal with a witch so his wife, Ygraine could conceive. Arthur's was not actually born of magic. In fact, what happened was quite simple. A sorcerer attacked a village in Cenred's kingdom, Ealdor. The same village where Merlin was born. The sorcerer killed many people, among them was Ygraine. Arthur was barely four years old at the time, since then, Uther and Arthur had developed a deep hatred towards magic.

After the incident with Ygraine, Hunith decided that to continue living in Ealdor was dangerous to her son Merlin, since the boy was a warlock – someone born with magic. She decided to move herself and her son to Camelot.

I am sorry I am getting carried away. I promise the next time we talk I will tell you about Merlin.

Today we are here to talk about Arthur, the Once and future king of Camelot. I am sure you have heard this expression at least a couple of times and it is true. Arthur's journey to the throne on the other hand, was quite different what you may believe.

Uther Pendragon was never the king of Camelot, he was in fact, just a simple farmer in Ealdor and he did not change after his wife died. Uther raised his son with all the love and attention he could. Arthur grew up in the village; he did not know anything different, thus you could say he was a happy boy. He had his father, friends, and food on his table, and he could not have asked for more. Uther did his best, he taught Arthur how to write and read, but he wanted more for his son; more than he could provide. Uther did not want Arthur to spend his life raising fields and after a few letters to Hunith, he got Arthur a job; he would be a servant in the Castle of Camelot. Arthur was not happy about it, considering, he hated nobility, and he had a reason for that. The king of Essetir, Cenred, knew that Ealdor was going to be attacked by the sorcerer, and did nothing about it. Cenred had a reputation of not caring what happed to the small villages in his kindom.

I was just thinking how ironic all of this is. A boy who hated anything related to nobility became a king and history turned him into a boy born into royalty. I wish you could hear all things he used to say about nobles.

Arthur was fifteen when he switched Ealdor for Camelot, against his will - this should be clear. Although, it was the first time he was away from home, he was not scared. If you asked him he would never admit it, but he was somewhat excited: meeting new people, seeing, his old friend Merlin again, but most of all, seeing the knights. I will bet you are, wondering: "How can he be excited to see knights when he hates nobles?" Well simple, he dreamt about being a knight. However, he knew or he thought it was never going to happen, for two reasons: a) he would never fight for men like Thomas Leodegrance, Cenred and Odin. b) He was not a noble and in every kingdom, he had heard of, the knights were all of noble birth.

Nevertheless, if his master was at least decent maybe he could at least learn how to fight with a sword. I know it is hard to believe but Arthur had no idea how to fight before he arrived in Camelot. I am sure this is a shock for you.

After three and a half days of traveling on foot, Arthur found himself entering the gates of the kingdom he was destined to rule. He marveled at the beauty and greatness of Camelot. Thomas Leodegrance may be a tyrant but he had built an admirable and strong reign.

Arthur walked through the castle not sure where to go, his father had told him he should ask for Hunith but he was not quite sure whom to ask; that was the moment he heard someone scream his name.

"Arthur!" he saw a young boy run towards him, with black hair and blue eyes. He would recognize those large stuck out ears anywhere.

He waved to the boy "Merlin!"

They both hugged "You are finally here!" Merlin said with a big smile on his face. It had been two years since he visited Ealdor and to tell the truth he missed his friend.

"You really have not changed a bit." Arthur observed ruffling Merlin's hair.

"Neither have you!" He said taking Arthurs hands off his head, "Come on there are so many things I have to tell you, so many people you have to meet."

As Merlin was babbling Arthur smiled 'Yeah, he has not changed at all' he thought.

They walked together through the castle courtyard, Merlin greeting the guards along the way. When they were approaching Gaius' chambers, Arthur murmured:

"You are quite popular for a servant."

Merlin stared at him "That's because I am not."

Arthur stared at him confused "You are not what? Popular?"

"No, a servant!" he continued with a big smile "I am the court physician's assistant."

"What? Since when?" The last time they had exchanged letters Merlin was still Sir Leon's servant.

"A month." Merlin shrugged "Come on, there is a lot to tell you." Merlin pushed Arthur through the door when he spotted his mother talking to Gaius. "Look who I found!"

Hunith and Arthur exchanged hugs. She introduced Arthur and Gaius and the four of them sat at the table for a quick lunch.

"You must be hungry," Hunith said placing the plate in front of Arthur, while Gaius served him some tea.

As they ate, Hunith and Merlin inquired about Arthur's father and Ealdor. He told them about the village and how his father insisted that he moved to Camelot, which got Gaius and Merlin exchanging looks. Arthur did not think about it at the moment, but in the future, he would understand that Gaius and Merlin knew more than they shared at that time.

Merlin noticed his friend staring and changed the subject quickly "I have the greatest news," Merlin told him excited.

At this, Arthur stopped eating; he did not like the sound of that at all "What?"

"You are going to be manservant to Prince Elyan! Is that not great?"

Arthur almost chocked "You are joking?" when he saw, Hunith's face he continued, "You are not joking."

Hunith put a hand on his shoulder "Prince Elyan is a good man. Besides, you will have food and a room in the castle and you will receive twice as much pay as a common servant."

At the sound of the money Arthur smiled a little, if the payment was good he could send a good portion of it to his father.

"Also you will be like a celebrity in the kingdom. It is a great honor to serve the future king, not everyone has this privilege. Girls like that stuff." Merlin said laughing.

"I wonder, why I have been so blessed, then." He commented sarcastic and confused. Nobody knew him here, how had Hunith managed to find him this job?

Merlin smiled "Gwen gave us a hand."

"Who is…?" Arthur was about to ask who Gwen was when a knock on the door interrupted then.

"Come on in!" Gaius replied and one of the guards entered.

"Gaius, as soon as the prince's new servant arrives, the king requests his and your presence."

"He is already here, tell the king we will be there shortly." Gaius said and the guard left.

"Looks like someone is going to meet the king." Merlin said laughing at Arthur's face.

He sighed, "I can't wait."

The meeting with the king turned out better than Arthur imagined. Thomas only wanted to meet his son's new servant and personally explain to him his duties. Since Prince Elyan was on a quest to fight some bandits near one of the kingdom's borders, Arthur would have a few days to learn his tasks.

"Well, he didn't sound so bad" Arthur admitted to Merlin's surprise when he came back to Gaius' chambers.

Merlin made a face of disgust and disapproval "Say that to his daughter!"

Before Arthur could ask what Merlin meant, his friend screamed. "Oh my God, I forgot about Gwen! Come on Arthur we have to go to the training field."

Arthur did not say anything just let his friend drag him through the corridors of the castle, he had learned a long time ago that when Merlin was late, which it seemed to be the case, he did not think straight.

When they finally arrived on the training field Merlin sighed in relief, "We are just on time."

There Arthur saw whom he thought were two knights training in a sword fight. At first, the short man was losing, but after a second look, he realized that the short knight was faster and stronger and in seconds was beating the taller one. He watched them mesmerized. The knights seemed to really be going for it, without a care in the world that it was training and not a real fight. If their dedication was like that when the prince was not there, he could only imagine how hard the training should be in the future king's presence. Arthur watched the whole thing until the short knight manage to disarm his opponent; and it was a surprise to him when the winner took his helmet off and revealed itself a woman.

Arthur's mouth almost dropped on the floor "I didn't know women could be knights!" he exclaimed perplexed staring at Merlin, searching for an answer.

Merlin shrugged "They can't. That's Guinevere Leodegrance, Princess of Camelot."

"How is she…?" For the third time that day, Arthur was interrupted, this time by the princess who was arguing with the defeated knight.

"Why did you let me win?" she asked throwing her sword on the ground.

"I didn't, my lady. Congratulation on your victory" Was his response, before the knight bowed and left the field.

She sighed and turned around, when she saw Merlin she gave him a beautiful smile and Arthur thought he had never seen a more stunning woman in his life.

"So your friend finally arrived," she said still smiling. When Arthur saw Merlin bowing, he did the same. "Welcome to Camelot, Arthur. I hope you will be happy here." She continued.

"Thank you, my lady." Arthur replied without taking his eyes off her.

"Have you met father yet?" She asked making a sign for them start walking and go back to the castle.

"Yes, my lady. He informed me of my duties."

"My brother is a good man, you will like him."

Arthur did not know how to respond so he just nodded. Everything was new to him; he was lost in his thoughts when he heard Guinevere and Merlin laughing.

"Arthur, are women not allowed to fight, in Ealdor either?" Oh, right! Merlin was probably making fun of his surprise at seeing a woman fighting.

"If I'll be honest, you highness, I never thought a woman could fight."

Gwen laughed, "Well, this is because you never met a woman like me."

Arthur laughed too "Certainly not" he agreed.

"If you two excuse me I need to get ready for dinner. Merlin do not think I forgot about our lessons. See you after dinner in Gaius' chambers. "

Merlin sighed "Yes, my lady."

With that, Guinevere left the two of them, passing by Morgana.

"I hope you are going to take a bath before dinner, you stink." Morgana said to her cousin loud enough, for Arthur and Merlin to hear.

"Yes, father!" Gwen replied rolling her eyes.

"So, this is Elyan's new servant?" Morgana asked looking Arthur from head to toe. "You need to get better clothes for him; Elyan will be king and he cannot be seen with a servant who looks like a beggar." Without letting any of them reply, she continued her walk with her maid Kara, right behind her.

Before I continue the story, I think I should clarify one thing. Kara in reality was not a druid girl who attempted to kill King Arthur, nor the love of Mordred, she was as I told you, Lady Morgana's maid. I mean Princess Morgana's maid. I wonder how Kara turned out to be the key for Mordred's betrayal... Anyhow, shall I continue our tale? Sorry but not today.

I know nothing interesting is happening for now, just remember we are only in the beginning. Be ready for the tears, because unfortunately, Guinevere's life was full of them.

Thank you for reading, I hope you liked this chapter. I know things are really slow for now, but I promise in the next chapter things will get more...interesting. If you have any doubts, questions or just want to say how my story sucks, please leave a review or Pms me. I'm really looking forward to know your opinion.

I hope you all have an amazing week.