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Son of a Dragonlord (ch.2)

Leyther — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:24:03 CST

It was early evening and the time of day when Arthur fondly remembered the times he would retire to his chambers. It seemed so long ago now that it hardly seemed a reality. Instead he swaggered his way to the royal court to report to his father on the daily undertakings with Merlin hot on his heels.

‘…and once you’ve done that, we’ll need to address the lack of horses for any new knights we do manage to recruit. Go and find Pengrain and have him speak to me tomorrow, before training. The masons for the lower gate aren’t progressing as fast as we would hope so make sure Hellein reports. As for the staff of the royal household, we’ll need to collate a list of all those positions …. Are you listening to me?’

‘That depends on who you were talking to. Merlin the manservant, Merlin the equerry or even Merlin the magician because, lets face it, I would need something to be able to complete the long list of duties you’ve just managed to pile on me.’

Arthur stopped abruptly and turned. ‘Magic is no laughing matter. I thought you’d been in Camelot long enough to realise that now.’

‘Indeed sire’

‘Perhaps you can get one of your admirers to give you a hand if your duties are too burdensome?

‘Admirers?’ Merlin bit his lip but it was too late. Let the rib tickling commence.

‘You know, we’ve just passed half a dozen maids, all with a smile for you, which I think you are oblivious to…’

‘Tell me Arthur, as a man who knows women or should I say maids…what’s your advice?’

The dig was not missed by Arthur who at that moment caught a glimpse of Gwen crossing the courtyard. Their paths had not accidentally crossed recently despite her now performing duties for Gaius. Arthur hoped she was enjoying her new role. Perhaps he would have time soon enough to take a more proactive approach although he knew it was a route he could not go down, not just now anyhow. What was it Gwen had said once, ‘there is always hope’… well, the light was at the end of a very long tunnel at the moment. Merlin coughed in his ear.

‘Arthur? You all right?’

‘Hmm?’

‘Only I was expecting a verbal onslaught and something must have distracted you’. Merlin was trying hard to suppress a childish grin.

‘I’ll save it for another time, perhaps when I have a mace at hand or a jug of really cold water, but now I must report to the Royal Court’. With that, Arthur continued down the corridor with renewed pace to his waiting father, the King of Camelot.

Merlin dutifully followed. He was after all Arthur’s manservant despite any friendship that had developed. Merlin knew the limits. When others were around the master/servant protocol was not to be tampered with but Arthur had grown to appreciate Merlin’s presence and ever increasing ‘surly retorts’. For his part, Merlin was becoming increasingly disconcerted. Whilst he kept his magic secret he was still living a lie just like in Ealdor and telling Arthur was becoming even harder. How could Arthur trust a man who had lied to him and would Arthur ever come to trust him? To Merlin, the best case scenario was that Arthur was becoming a friend to someone he didn’t know which didn’t seem to appeal no matter how you dressed it up. ‘Merlin !’. And there it was - destiny calling.

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Arthur felt like he was on trial. Arms folded behind his back with eyes forward. He wished that it was just himself and his father without the royal court spectators. That way he could speak more freely with his father. The more and more the King tried to take a firmer and unyielding approach the weaker he appeared to all who watched. What was Arthur to do? He couldn’t disagree with him in public. ‘Its not good enough!’ Uther declared as he rose to his feet.

‘We need better progress to be made’

‘Sire. I have no reason to doubt that all that can be done is being done to return Camelot to a secure and safe haven for all. The dragon’s attacks have done more damage than a direct attack by any army could ever hope to have done.’

‘Our neighbours watch us now. They keep a constant watch for any sign of vulnerability and will not hesitate to take advantage of our current predicament. It is your responsibility Arthur to ensure that Camelot can be defended against whatever they may wish to throw at us’.

‘We are using all those hands we have available and in time things will return to where we were.’

‘Time is not a luxury we have. We have received reports that Odin’s army are increasing their activity in the border areas’

‘Perhaps it is time to reach out to our other neighbours …’

‘No! One sniff of weakness and they too will be in for the kill’

‘We need our allies with us whilst we reconstruct our defences both of the castle and our knights. Surely speaking with them at this moment is a sign of strength.’

‘Our ties with our allies are precarious at best and are not set in stone. There is no stronger link than a blood tie or even one of marriage and at present we have neither’. Uther watched for Arthur’s reaction as did most of the court. Perhaps it would have been better from a father/son point of view to have broached the subject in private but for now, in the royal court, he was speaking to him as his King.

‘My Lord’. And there it was, a moment of hesitancy that was missed by most but not to those who knew Arthur. ‘Would it not be better to focus on the things we can control rather than those we do not. The town is near back to normal working save for those extra demands and pressures put upon its folk by restoring the defences. Our knights and army, whilst a little drained from their efforts, will be ready should they be called into action. Yes, our physical defences are damaged but even in their current state none would dare to mount a direct attack.’

Uther would let the matter be sidelined for now. The seed had been planted and if he knew his son it would not be ignored fully. Besides, Arthur was of an age where his attentions should perhaps be turning towards the long term future of Camelot and more importantly the Pendragon dynasty. Uther wanted to put producing an heir on the agenda if only to squash any rumours there were about his son and the maid who welcomed him back after facing the dragon.

‘Then let us hope more progress is made tomorrow’. With that Uther turned to leave the court but before he did he turned to his son. ‘Then, we will be able to consider the future of Camelot more fully’.

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Arthur flung open the doors of his chambers so hard that they nearly sprang back on their hinges into a following Merlin. ‘Don’t you have things to do other than follow me around?’

‘Indeed sire, but I thought there may be further duties you wanted me to undertake first. For example, I see a goblet of wine over yonder that may have your name on it?’. Merlin could remember a time when the goblet would have been thrown at him for such a remark but he could see that Arthur had to stifle a smile at the suggestion.

‘So…’ offered Merlin as he put the goblet in front of his master. ‘no blood nor marital link with our neighbours eh?’. The great dragon had talked of Arthur being the one to unite Albion but Merlin hadn’t for one second thought that marrying his way around the land was the way to do it.

‘Nor shall there be one. I think my father is grasping at straws.’

‘Lady Vivien may be willing…’ Arthur gave Merlin a steely look. Now was not the time for an insight into the world according to Merlin.

‘I’ll be getting on then’ said Merlin as he made his way to the door.

‘Yes, you do that Merlin’ said Arthur as he addressed the pile of papers on his desk. Where to start. He looked up. Merlin was still stood there.

‘Arthur? Would you like me to ask Gaius for something?’

‘I think the last thing I need is a sleeping draught from Gaius. They either knock me out for a whole day or need a antidote to revive me. I am not suffering from anything at present’. Merlin decided to play to the rough, tough, save the world kind of man inside.

‘Well perhaps something to ease any aches and pains that you don’t have in your shoulder and that aren’t disrupting you from getting some rest’.

‘What I need a rest from is your constant nagging. You’re worse than an old woman.’

‘Indeed sire’.

Merlin turned again to the door but Arthur stopped him.

‘Perhaps something from Gaius might help but I warn you if it does more than merely relax me then I’ll be coming after you with more than a mace’.

Merlin nodded and left. Arthur didn’t really need anything and he hoped that it would not be Gaius that delivered the potion. After what had been alluded to in the court he needed to speak to Gwen more than ever. He didn’t know what he would say but he needed to see her now more than anything.

Merlin Fans Birthday Calendar

vicktz — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:46:47 CST

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Merlin Love Month

xMerlinx — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:38:56 CST

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Merlin Season 3 Speculations

fanofmerlin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:03:56 CST

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MERLIN SEASON 3 SPECULATIONS

SEASON THREE IS IN THE MAKING... IT'S TIME TO START SPECULATING!!
What do you think will happen? What do you want to happen? Click EasyEdit to add your theories!

Speculated by:	phoenixacid
What do you think Season 3 will bring?	More adventures, more sword-fighting action, deadlier enemies, cooler special effects and magical beasts, tighter plot, and most definitely, MORE MAGIC!
Plot twists?	Arthur discovers Merlin's magic! Their bond will suffer for a few episodes but something BIG will happen and Arthur has to save Merlin (or Merlin has to save Arthur) and all will be forgiven! :D
Character bombshells?	We'll probably find out more about Morgause's parents and her relationship with Uther and Morgana. Morgana might return to Camelot as a villian, and Merlin would have to face her. The Dragon may come back to help Merlin sometime in season three. Also, Arthur will get closer and closer to the truth of Merlin's secret and his father's role in the death of his mother.
Potential relationships?	Will Arthur fall victim to another love spell? Will Merlin find himself saving another dark-haired beauty? ... perhaps there'll be more Troll Love? Urgh, I hope not.
Recurring guest stars and characters?	Cedric, Mordred, Lancelot, Morgause and perhaps Sir Leon will come back from the dead? And how could there be a Merlin season without the Great Dragon, aye?
Jaw droppers?	A supporting character dies (Gaius? Uther? Hunith?)!
What SHOULD happen?	Lots of angst, suspense, banter and a stronger friendship between the boys, episodes free from plotholes, sadness, laughter, and Arthur should really really find out about Merlin's magic by the end of season three!

Speculated by:	Cait Devereaux
What do you think Season 3 will bring?	Lots of humour, battles with other kingdoms as well as magic, bigger and bolder beasts, more lovely lusty knights, the beginning of the round table.
Plot twists?	Arthur will trap Merlin into revealing his secret, (he knows there is something going on but no idea how powerful he is, thinks he is just a dabbler) then he will be horrified/repulsed by it but loyal to the friendship..mega angst.
Character bombshells?	Morgause is Arthur's sister, daughter of Uther and Morgana's mother smuggled out of Camelot for the shame of it. The Cad!
Potential relationships?	Gaius is visited by an old flame..a sorceress of course. Merlin starts to dream about Nimueh..will he unconciously bring her back from the dead? Lancelot and Gwen see each other again.
Recurring guest stars and characters?	Morgana and Morgause, Alavarr. Mordred, Nimueh.
Jaw droppers?	Leon is not dead and saw and heard Merlin talking to the dragon. Gwen has a devious twin sister that tries to seduce Arthur.
What SHOULD happen?	Arthur really matures stops bullying Merlin (although he might keep it up for appearances and the odd laugh.) Merlin has something good happen to him for once that isn't taken away.

Speculated by:	juve7
What do you think Season 3 will bring?	A more linear plot, larger scale battles, killer special effects, deeper characterization, tragic losses, more romance and greater friendships
Plot twists?	I think season three will finally be the time for Arthur to find out about Merlin's magic and as a result Arthur will see Merlin as more of an equal (I know a shocking twist!!!!)
Character bombshells?	not sure
Potential relationships?	Lancelot/Gwen Arthur/Gwen Merlin/Freya
Recurring guest stars and characters?	Lancelot returns and becomes a more regular character. Morgana comes back as one of the main villains along with Morgause and Mordred (Aliance of the Ms. Let's hope Merlin watches himself or he might get sucked in). Freya I want to return as well to give Arthur excalibur. I'm not sure how the dragon will come back but I sure hope he's there.
Jaw droppers?	As much as I hate to say it I think that Gaius's time is done and at the end of season 3 merlin will lose him =(
What SHOULD happen?	Morgana should be really evil but at the end of the season Merlin should bring her back to the light

Speculated by:	emilymerlin
What do you think Season 3 will bring?	I think that it will bring more humor, more angst and much more magic!! Also I hope that the episodes will more likly co-exist with each other instead of just reseting the characters every time an episode passes (i.e. Freya dying)
Plot twists?	Arthur will need to find out about Merlin's magic, and maybe, in his anger try to kill Merlin accidently. But Merlin, through all the hurt and angst, still hangs around to save Arthur again. Then Arthur sees that Merlin is really good and forgives him. I think that Uther finding out about Merlin's gifts will probably end up being in a possible season 4, but I hope not!
Character bombshells?	Morgana will maybe return to Camelot with a plot, but under the pretense that she had just escaped Morgause. She will then reveal to all that Merlin poisoned her which will cause a lot of angst. Also more should be menitoned about her parents.
Potential relationships?	Freya has to come back!! Morgana/Alvarr, Arthur/Gwen/Lancelot
Recurring guest stars and characters?	Hopefully Freya and Alvarr, Lanclot, Nimueh
Jaw droppers?	Either Gaius or Uther dies. Uther hopefully at Morgana's hand.
What SHOULD happen?	SOMEBODY finding out about Merlin's magic!

Speculated by:	Lady_Morgana
What do you think Season 3 will bring?	More Magic, Humor, Fights, Beasts Ect Ect
Plot twists?	Merlin Has To Tell Arthur About His Magic, Morgana Comes Back (They CANT Kill Her Off!!!!!) with Mordred And Morguse and They Are Main Villains and Freya Comes Back (Please!!)
Character bombshells?	As I Said Morgana, Mordred and Morguse )The Producers Like Names With M Don't They) And So Does Freya. Freya Helps Merlin and Arthur While The 3 M's plot Against them. (This Is Super Weird But Anyway) Someone (Morgana or the 3 M's) Should Make I t Look Like Uthur Has Magic and He Should Be Thrown in The Dungeons And Die/ Almost Die. Also Arthur Should Find Out About The Whole Gwen/ Lancelot thing and fell SUPER Betrayed by Gwen and Dump Her!!
Potential relationships?	Morgana/ Mordred/ Morguse Freya/ Merlin Mordred/ Merlin/ Arthur
Recurring guest stars and characters?	Mordred Morgana Morguse Lancelot Alvire
Jaw droppers?	The 3 M's Should Kill Someone Like Uther or Gaius. But Morgana continuously tries to kill Merlin.
What SHOULD happen?	Morgana HAS TO RETURN!!! They Cant Throw The BEST Character Away!!! Also Mordred and Merlin Can Continue Be Even More Icy To Each other.

Speculated by:	Leyther
What do you think Season 3 will bring?	Proper battles maybe even a little war, arranged marriage for Arthur (still sticking with the Gwen we know as being Arthur's second wife), more buddy type adventures for Arthur/Merlin.
Plot twists?	Morgause parents being outed
Character bombshells?	Erm erm struggling...merlin's magic being discovered perhaps.....lol
Potential relationships?	Arthur/A.N.Other princess from warring kingdom, Arthur/Gwen, would even put in a bid for a bit of Arthur/Morgana....geez Arthur's gonna be busy !
Recurring guest stars and characters?	the usual mob but I bet Lancelot becomes a more recurring character
Jaw droppers?	Gaius involvement in the great purge comes to light to Merlin
What SHOULD happen?	No cop out with the discovery of Merlin's magic perleease ie not just Gwen et al finding out but Arthur has to know - he can't be that dumb for much longer and I am sure he must have at least a detached retina from being knocked out that often.

Speculated by:	Fanofmerlin
What do you think Season 3 will bring?	Villains stories- historical flashbacks pre-Arthur! Morgana coming back to Camelot wanting Merlin killed!
Plot twists?	Villains against Villains. Morgause vs. Morgana in the very end. Morgause possibly siding with Camelot eventually. Lancelot hanging around the Villains
Character bombshells?
Potential relationships?	Freya as Lady of the Lake and Merlin; Alvarr and Morgause
Recurring guest stars and characters?	Lancelot for sure..Maybe Lady Vivian- she never recovered. Maybe Nimueh? Lady of the Lake
Jaw droppers?
What SHOULD happen?

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What do you think Season 3 will bring?
Plot twists?
Character bombshells?
Potential relationships?
Recurring guest stars and characters?
Jaw droppers?
What SHOULD happen?

Speculated by:
What do you think Season 3 will bring?
Plot twists?
Character bombshells?
Potential relationships?
Recurring guest stars and characters?
Jaw droppers?
What SHOULD happen?

Speculated by:
What do you think Season 3 will bring?
Plot twists?
Character bombshells?
Potential relationships?
Recurring guest stars and characters?
Jaw droppers?
What SHOULD happen?

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The Truth

xMerlinx — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:27:26 CST

Chapter three

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Merlin

Arthur laid his head on Merlin’s chest, and listened to the faint heartbeat. Merlin’s condition had neither worsened nor improved. However he was alive, for the time being. Arthur began to think of what Gaius had said to him. He feels the same way Arthur. But you must remember he is just a servant. If Uther ever found out, he would have Merlin executed. Would it be selfish of him to tell Merlin the truth, knowing they can never be? He had to tell him, he had to be truthful to Merlin and to himself.

“Merlin, I know you can’t hear me right now. I don’t know what’s happening to you. I feel useless, knowing there’s nothing I can do to help you.” He held Merlins hand tighter and tears threatened. “You look so pale and weak. But I know, deep in my heart that you will make it through. Gaius...” He began to cry, and stroked Merlins cheek. “Gaius said you might not make it through the night, but I know you will. If you die, I’ll never find a servant as useless as you” he chuckled, trying to make himself feel better. Tears still ran down his cheeks, and he held Merlins hand in between his. “You have always been there for me. You’ve been more than a servant to me Merlin. You’ve been a loyal friend, no matter how badly I treated you. And now, I see you as more than a friend.” He took a deep breath and exhaled, gaining more control over his tears. “Merlin…I think I’m falling in love with you” He smiled goofily at the thought. He had said it, the truth was finally out. “Aha, I said it. I love you Merlin” Arthur kissed Merlins hand. He heard footsteps down the corridor and let go. It was Gaius.

“What did you tell him?” Arthur asked eagerly.

“The truth” Gaius replied. Arthur wondered what truth he was talking about. The truth that he as a physician didn’t know what was wrong with Merlin, or Arthur’s feelings for Merlin.

“Don’t worry Arthur. I didn’t tell him about you. I told him all I know. It looks like an inflammation of the lungs. If I am correct...” he went over to his medicine bench and started putting different chemicals into a bowl, mixing and grinding them all together.

“If you are correct...then what?” Arthur asked impatiently.

“If I am correct, then Merlin will recover” Gaius said, smiling. He was delighted that he might be able to save Merlin. “Arthur, you must leave us now. I need to do my work and he needs rest. The King has been asking for you.”

“I don’t want to leave him. Not while he’s like this.” They both looked over at Merlin, sadness in their eyes. “I can’t leave him.”

“You don’t want to make your father suspicious. Arthur you must wait in your chambers. I will tell you as soon as there is any change” he said. Arthur looked down at Merlin one last time and left. He knew Gaius was right, Uther would become suspicious and kill Merlin whether he recovered of not.

Something changed in Arthur. Even though he had admitted his feelings to Merlin, his heart felt heavy. What if Merlin doesn’t feel the same way, and wakes up only to hate me. Suddenly he felt regret. The thought of Merlin hating him made him feel sick inside. He lay on his bed and gazed out the window lost in his own thoughts and emotions. He was confused. He felt empty, even though Gaius said Merlin would recover. He was happy he would, but he was scared.

What if someone overheard him talking to Merlin and told Uther. What if Gaius lied and had told his father the truth about him. He curled into his pillow and began to cry. Hours passed and there was still no news from Gaius. What if Merlin was dead and Gaius couldn’t bring himself to tell Arthur. What if he and Uther were plotting to kill Merlin because of his secret love? No. He thought to himself. This is ridiculous Arthur, get a grip. Merlin will need time to recover. That’s all. He’ll be fine. Gaius said he would. Arthur tried to persuade himself, but even to him his voice sounded unconvincing. Then there was a knock at the door. It was Sir Leon. Arthur had been summoned to Uther. Arthur grew scared, but went anyway.

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Uther was sitting at the dining table, feasting alone as usual.

“Ah, Arthur. Please sit. Eat.” Uther gestured Arthur to sit. One of the servants brought him a goblet of wine and plate of pork.

“I’m not really hungry father.” Arthur said. He knew he should try and keep a brave face, but it was too hard.

“Arthur. I heard about Merlin. Tell me, why do you care for him so much. He is just a servant” Uther said. Arthur grew angry that father thought him as just a servant but quickly calmed himself.

“Because father. He has been a loyal friend to me. Battled against sorcery with me. Saved my life more than once. No other servant would do that.” Arthur tried to sound convincing, as though that’s all it was. Pretending he did not love him at all. Trying hard not to cry. Uther acknowledge his sons words.

“Arthur I understand. But you must eat. Merlin would want you too”. And so Arthur ate with his father. They dined in complete silence; unsaid tension was in the air. Was Uther suspicious of Arthur, or does he believe they are just friends. Towards the end of the feast there was another knock at the door. It was a message from Gaius. Merlin was awake.

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newsgirl29 — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:14:39 CST

MERLIN FAN FICTION INDEX

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Author	Pairings Written
angelqueen04	Igraine/Uther, Morgana/OC, Merlin/Morgana, Merlin/Morgana/Arthur, Gwen/Lancelot, Morgana/Arthur, Gwen/Arthur, plus some gen fics

ArthursAngel	Arthur/OC

CorneliusSigan	OC/???

Keepthemagicsecret	Merlin/Morgana

Mriswith	Others

SmithsonianGirl	Other Pairings

XerynTarragon	ArthurxOC, One-sided MerlinxOC, GwenxMerlin

fanofmerlin	Alvarr/Merlin, Merlin/Morgana, Morgana/Morgause

Newsgirl29	Merlin/ OC Wynn

Merlin Fan Fiction Index [Arthur/Gwen]

newsgirl29 — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:11:14 CST

MERLIN FAN FICTION INDEX

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Author	Pairings Written
angelqueen04	Gwen/Arthur, Morgana/Arthur, Merlin/Arthur, Merlin/Morgana, Merlin/Morgana/Arthur, Igraine/Uther, Morgana/OC, plus some gen

Keepthemagicsecret	Gwen/Arthur Morgana/Merlin

panthereye24	Arthur/Gwen, Merlin/Morgana, Arthur/Merlin

Rose_Walker22	Arthur/Merlin, Arthur/Gwen

Mara93	Arthur/Gwen

ShutupEccles	Arthur/Gwen, Arthur/Merlin

Newsgirl29	Arthur/Gwen, Merlin/OC

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Newsgirl29

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
I am college student who dreams of being published author

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Ratings Written: (Refer to main page)	K to T
Characters Written:	Merlin Arthur Gwen OC: Sir Kay, Lady Rosslyn and Wynn
Pairings Written: (if needed)	Arthur/Gwen Merlin/OC
Why You Write:	I love telling stories, be telling bed time stories to the kids I babysit or writing fan fiction or working on my ownoriginalfiction
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The Five- Fold Chronicles: ~East~ Air~ Spring ~ http://www.merlintvshow.com/page/Fan+Fiction	T or PG-13	Merlin/ OC Arthur/ Gwen	Preparation for Arthur's arranged marriage are set to take place when Merlin meets a strange tiny maiden who will change his world.

When Death Finds You

xMerlinx — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:04:47 CST

Contents:
Merlin
Chapter one: Admit it!
Merlin

Chapter two: No Return
Merlin

Chapter three: The Truth
Merlin

Chapter four: A New Life
Merlin

Chapter five: About Time
Merlin

Chapter six: Not Now!
Merlin

Chapter seven: Apologies
Merlin
Chapter eight: Destiny
Merlin
The End.
Merlin
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Merlin Fan Fiction Index [H - O]

newsgirl29 — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:04:00 CST

MERLIN FAN FICTION INDEX

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Author	Pairings Written
KeepTheLoveSecret	none yet

Lady_Valerie	Merlin/Arthur

Mriswith	Other

Keepthemagicsecret	Merlin/Morgana Arthur/Gwen/Lancelot

kay_drew	None yet for Merlin

Mara93	Arthur/Gwen

Merlins_Gal	Merlin/Arthur

Newsgirl29	Merlin/OC and Arthur/Gwen

Apologies

xMerlinx — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:03:01 CST

Chapter seven

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Merlin

Arthur returned to his chambers with Gaius and saw Merlin was no longer moving. They both rushed over to him, and Gaius prepared another damp cloth. He rested it on Merlins forehead and tried to control his fever.

“What’s happening? You said he was fine!” Arthur began to shout. He was overwhelmed with emotions and became enraged.

“I thought he was sire. I don’t understand. I have never seen anything like this in Camelot”. Arthur paused and turned to Gaius.

“What do you mean in Camelot? You said you don’t know what this is” Arthur began to interrogate Gaius.

“Sire, please. I need silence if I am to help him” Arthur obeyed his instructions and fell silent. He watched as Gaius tried to wake Merlin up. The silence was killing him.

“Gaius. Please. No more secrets. Just tell me what is wrong with Merlin?” He asked calmly. Gaius ignored the prince and began to make another medicine. “WHAT IS HAPPENING?!” Arthur yelled. Gaius looked at him in shock. Arthur had never screamed at him, or anybody else. “JUST TELL ME!” Arthur fell to his knees and began to cry. Gaius couldn’t hide the truth any longer; it was inevitable what was going to happen to Merlin. He continued to tend to Merlin and let Arthur calm down. Merlin was stabilized and Arthur asked Gaius what was happening.

“Arthur. I’m afraid Merlin has come down with a disease known as Tuberculosis. It is a very rare case in the kingdom of Camelot, but I’m afraid Merlin became victim to it.” Gaius began to cry. Arthur noticed and knew this was something bad.

“It can be cured though? PLEASE?!” Arthur was screaming again, his heart was breaking, and he was angry for reasons unknown to himself.

“Arthur… I’m afraid that Merlin is going to die” Gaius began to cry. Arthur was enraged. He fell into a fit of despair, knocking tables over, throwing things and smashing them. He fell to the ground and cried. How could the world take away all that was dear to him. He couldn’t control himself. He didn’t care that Gaius was there, he cried his heart out. He began to pull his hair, trying to distract himself from the pain in his heart. Gaius rushed over and grabbed Arthur’s arms, trying to calm him down.

“Arthur!” Gaius pulled Arthur close to him, and hugged him tightly. Arthur cried into Gaius shoulder, muttering Merlins name, all that he was losing. Gaius too was crying. Arthur was like a grandchild to him.

“He’s not dead yet, Arthur. I can probably bring him around, but it won’t last” Gaius finally said. Arthur pulled away and tried to bring himself together. He looked hopefully towards Gaius.

“Please, I just need to say goodbye” Arthur sobbed. Gaius went over to his medicine cart and began mixing more potions together, forming a draft to bring Merlin around. He walked over to Merlin and held his head up.

“Arthur, whatever you do, don’t tell Merlin he’s dieing” Arthur nodded in agreement. Gaius slipped the drink into Merlins mouth and forced him to swallow. Moments later, Merlin woke up. He was coughing up blood, and struggling to breathe again. Arthur feared he was just making Merlin suffer longer. Gaius managed to settle Merlin for a while, and Arthur went over to talk to him. Merlin looked up to him, and then over to Gaius who was taking his leave.

“I’ll leave you two alone” he smiled at Merlin “Goodbye” he said one last time.

Arthur embraced Merlin and held him tight. He knew they didn’t have much time, but he wasn’t ready to say goodbye.

“You need to stop scaring me like this Merlin.” Arthur said, faking a smile.

“I’m di-dieing… aren’t I” he stuttered. Arthur was heartbroken, how could he tell the love of his life he only had moments to live.

“No, don’t be stupid! You’re going to live. You have too” Arthur said, crying hard. Merlin managed not to cry, he had to be brave and strong. They held each other tightly, Merlin let out small coughs, and took deep breaths.

“Arthur…” Merlin said. Arthur looked into Merlin’s eyes. He looked terrified. He knew he was dieing, and it would only be cruel to keep giving him false hope. “I’m-m scared” he said. Tears threatened Arthur again, and he tried to control himself. He cradled Merlin in his arm and comforted him.

“A-arth-ur. When I-I die… make sure you don’t change.”

“What do you mean?” Arthur asked, puzzled.

“I m-mean. Promise me you’ll always b-be my … Pratt” he said, letting out a faint giggle. Arthur laughed.

“I promise” he said.

“Arthur.” Merlin tried to raise himself into a sitting position, but he was too weak. Arthur helped him and held him close. “I’m sorry”

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Chapter eight

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Merlin

“Why are you sorry?” Arthur asked. Merlin considered telling Arthur the truth. That he’s sorry he lied about being a sorcerer. That he betrayed him and pretended to be somebody he isn’t.

“I’m s-sorry, i'm leaving you” Merlin said. How could he tell Arthur on his deathbed that he was a sorcerer. It would be better to take his secret to the grave then to hurt Arthur more then he already was. Some lies are necessary, and this was one of those circumstances.

“Don’t apologize Merlin. It’s not your fault. You’re not to blame for any of this”. He held him tightly against his chest once again, and rocked back and forth, trying to comfort him.

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Uther returned from his trip to King Girdens feast, to find the entire castle was at a stand still. Sadness was lingering the air. Arthur and Gaius were nowhere to be found, and Uther was not greeted upon his return. Something was wrong. He searched the castle trying to find Arthur, where he bumped into Gaius. He was sat on the castle steps crying.

“Gaius, old friend. What is the matter?” He asked. Gaius tried to bring himself together. He was in the presence of the King now and had to maintain himself.

“It is my boy. Merlin.” Tears trickled down his cheeks.

“What has happened to him?”

“He has fallen ill again. And I’m afraid this time, he is going to die”. Gaius burst into full tears, holding his head in his hands. Uther didn’t know how to react, and continued to search for Arthur.

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Merlin was growing weaker. Arthur could feel him dieing in his arms. He was too weak to say anything now. He was wearing away, and Arthur could do nothing. Merlin held Arthur’s hand tight, trying to keep himself in the world, but it was too much. He couldn’t breathe anymore, the pain was too much. He began to suffocate again, and drew deep breaths. Arthur tried to settle him, but knew that this was their final goodbye.

Merlin slipped away into complete darkness. His body was lifeless and pale. His lips were blue as ice, and his eyes slowly closed as he died in Arthur’s arms. Arthur gave him one final kiss on the head.

“Goodbye Merlin.” He said. He kept a firm tight on to Merlin’s corpse, letting his tears run free. He felt empty inside, like a knife had just been plunged into his heart.

Uther was at Arthur’s chamber door which was left slightly open. He saw his son cradling the young servant in his arms. He didn’t understand. Why was Arthur so attached to this boy? He grew angry that Arthur had left his duties to be with that of a dieing servant. He left and went into the grand hall to clear his head.

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Hours passed and Arthur finally released Merlins body. The guards came and took him away. Arthur was left on the bed, staring in the place where his love used to lie. He thought of everything he had wanted for them, everything they could have had. Uther summoned his son to the grand hall. Arthur got himself together and obeyed his father’s orders.

“Arthur. I understand you cared for the young boy. But you must remember, you are the crown prince.” He said.

“I know father. I-I am sorry” He said. Uther walked up to Arthur and put his hand on his shoulders.

“Do you remember what you told the boy once?” He asked. Arthur looked at him puzzled. “No man is worth your tears”. It was true. Arthur had once said that to Merlin.

Uther held Arthur in arms for the first time in years. He finally understood what Merlin meant to Arthur. He had been punished enough.

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A few days later, Arthur rode out to the lake where he was supposed to tell Merlin he loved him. He sat on the grass, staring into the rippling water. He saw Merlins reflection and grew sad. He looked up to the sky, and said his final goodbye.

“Merlin. I really miss you. It was never supposed to be this way. The world had no right to take you away.” He began to cry. “I always took you for granted. I wish I could have told you sooner. I wish we could have had more time. I feel as if I am to blame for part of your death. As if, my love for you took you away, knowing we could never be. It’s stupid I know, but Merlin, you’re my everything. You always were and always will be.”

He took a deep breath and exhaled. He wiped his eyes and continued “I thought our destinies lied together. I wasn’t wrong. You will forever be in my heart, and I will continue our destiny as long as I am living. I hope you will wait for me in heaven. Next time you see me, I will be a king” he laughed to himself at the thought of it “I’m going to be King Arthur Pratdragon” He smiled to himself. “This isn’t the end, it’s just the beginning”

The End.

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Not Now!

xMerlinx — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:21:54 CST

Chapter six

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Merlin

It had been a few days since Arthur and Merlin had their first kiss. They started a secret affair, trying to find any chance they could to be together and just kiss forever.

Merlin was in the stables whilst Arthur had gone out hunting. As Merlin mucked out the horses, he began to get dizzy. He managed to balance himself and continued with his work, dismissing it. He was fully recovered, Gaius had healed him. He was just strained from all the work.

Arthur returned from his hunting trip and led his horse to the stable where Merlin was working. Arthur tied his horse to the ringlet and looked around for bystanders. Nobody was around, and Merlin knew what Arthur was thinking.
They ran into each other’s arms and began to kiss passionately.

“Tonight” Arthur said, smiling. “Come to my chambers”

“Arthur, I can’t. Your father –”

“Isn’t going to be here” Arthur said. “He has been invited to a banquet in King Girdens Kingdom. Adults only” They smiled at each other. Their moment was finally coming. They kissed goodbye and Arthur left. Merlin felt ecstatic. Finally, he and Arthur could be together as one.

When Uther left that evening, Merlin went to Arthur’s chambers and knocked. Arthur opened the door and winked

“Come in stranger” Merlin wrapped his arms around Arthur and they began to kiss passionately. Arthur slammed the door shut behind them. He pushed Merlin against the door roughly and they continued to kiss. They wanted each other there and then, they had waited so long. They pulled away and Arthur took Merlins hand.

No. Not now. Please. Anytime but now. Merlin was struggling for air, and began to suffocate. He coughed violently, spitting up blood all over himself. He fell the ground and began to shake uncontrollably.

“Merlin? No!” He tried to pull Merlin up, but he couldn’t control his shakes. “MERLIN!”

Merlin began to cough again, not being able to breathe at all. Arthur picked him up and lay him on the bed.

“I’ll get you help. Don’t worry.” Arthur ran to Gaius quarters leaving Merlin.

Merlin tried to control himself. He couldn’t get any air, the coughing was too much. He began choking on the blood at the back of his throat. His lungs were on fire and his body was burning. Everything ached and his head began to hurt. He was losing air and consciousness. He felt himself slipping into nothingness again. He tried to stop himself, thinking of Arthur, struggling for breaths, but it was too much.

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Chapter five

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Merlin

A few days later Merlin had fully recovered. He was still very tired, but Gaius said it was to be expected. Merlin and Arthur felt closer then they had ever felt before, even though they barely saw each other. Merlin was in Arthur’s chambers, cleaning out his closet when Arthur came in.

“Sire? I thought you were going hunting today?” Merlin said, surprised. Arthur gave a huge grin at Merlin
and said

“I managed to get away. It would appear I have come down with a horrible stomach bug” He said laughing. Merlin, being as slow as he is, didn’t catch on.

“So…” Merlin said.

“I’ve always loved that about you Merlin, you’re very slow” Arthur walked over to Merlin.

There was only a small gap separating them from each other. Arthur stepped closer and took Merlin by the hand. They smiled at each other, and suddenly Merlin began to pull away.

“What’s the matter?” Arthur asked.

“What are we doing Arthur? This is madness” Merlin said, trying to hold back a tear. He turned away from Arthur and looked out the window. “We can never be together.” Merlin began to sob.

Arthur pulled Merlin close to him, and comforted him. Merlin rested his head against Arthur’s chest, feeling stupid for not controlling himself. Arthur kissed Merlin on the forehead and Merlin looked up into Arthurs eyes.

“Merlin. I would never let anything happen to you, especially not because of me” He stroked his hand across Merlin’s cheek and wiped away his tears. They looked into each others eyes for moments that felt like forever. They moved closer to each other, forgetting the world, escaping into a fantasy.

Soon, their lips were touching. Merlin had stopped crying and was now lost in his own world. Merlin wrapped his arms around Arthurs neck, pulling him closer to him. Their tongues trying to find an entrance into the others mouth, exploring each other. Arthur caressed Merlin’s hair, pulling him in and kissing harder. After what seemed a life time of kissing, they pulled away from each other, and rested their foreheads against each other. They looked at one another in disbelief, amazed at the sensual feeling.

“Do you trust me Merlin?” Arthur asked.

“Of course I do”

“Do you trust me with your life?”

“You know I do Arthur”, but…”

“Merlin” Arthur interrupted. He cupped Merlins face in his hands “You don’t have to do anything you don’t want to do. I will not make you risk your life for me”. Merlin thought for a moment. Would he be able to get away with keeping two secrets from the King? First his sorcery, the second an affair with his son.

“I want too” Merlin said. They smiled at each other and continued to kiss.

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xMerlinx — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:05:03 CST

Chapter four

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Merlin

Arthur rushed to Gaius’ chambers to be at Merlins side. He went in to see Merlin lying barely awake, but awake none the less. Arthur had to contain his joy, and tried to think of something prattish to say.

“You’re falling behind on your chores Merlin.” He laughed. Merlin looked up at him and gave a faint smile.

“I-im sorry” He stuttered. He began to cough again, but less violent. He was getting better and on his way to recovery.

“Don’t apologize Merlin, I’m used to it” He smirked. The exchanged a friendly glance and Gaius caught on.

“Well, I’ll go and inform the King there is no epidemic to worry about.” He smiled, and left. Arthur and Merlin were alone once again. Arthur was nervous, and Merlin just stared at him, smiling.

“What?” Arthur asked, glancing around the room. He tried to avoid eye contact.

“Nothing” Merlin replied, chuckling.

“Come on, what is it now?” he asked, playing along and smiling.

“I h-heard you” Merlin said. Arthurs heart began beating twice as fast as normal, and he tried to deny it.

“Heard what?”

“I heard you sa-say” He coughed lightly and took deep breaths. Arthur rushed to his side, and sat beside him.

“Easy now Merlin.”

“I heard you say, you lov-love me” he said, smiling. Arthur began to fidget; he didn’t know what to say. He hadn’t planned this far ahead. Merlin laughed, thinking it was cute.

“It’s okay. I-I love you too”. They gazed into each others eyes longingly. Merlin searched for Arthur’s hand, and they held tightly to each other. They sat, smiling at each other, thinking.

For the first time, Merlin saw Arthur for who he was. His blond scruffy hair, penetrating glossy eyes, and firm structure was just an appearance.

“You b-believed in me…Everyone else thought I would die, b-but you” He began to daze off, falling asleep.

“It’s okay Merlin. We’ll have plenty of time to talk in the near future” They remained holding each others hands. Gaius came back and caught glimpse of the Prince and Merlin holding hands. He made sure to make a loud entrance, so that the Prince could quickly pull away.

“It’s a miracle isn’t it Gaius.” Arthur said smiling. Gaius seemed edgy. “What is it?” Arthur asked.

“It’s nothing Sire. Just an old mans worried thoughts” Gaius replied.

“Please Gaius. You may speak freely around me”

“It’s just” he took a breath. “I do not know how this sickness came to Merlin. It’s a very rare disease Sire.”

“Does it matter? Gaius, Merlin is alive! You saved him, even when you thought you couldn’t. Give yourself a break” Gaius thought for a moment, but eventually let out a sigh of relief. It was true. Merlin was alive and well. He had survived whatever disease had taken him. After all, he is the most powerful warlock of all time.

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newsgirl29 — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:59:02 CST

The Five-Fold Chronicles: ~East~Air~Spring~

BY: Newsgirl29

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Merlin Season	After Season 2
Rating (Refer to main page)	T
Characters in the story	Merlin, Arthur, Gwen and OC: Sir Kay, Lady Rosslyn and Wynn
Pairings (if needed)	Merlin/ OC Wynn and Arthur/Gwen
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Disclaimer / Warning: (if needed)	I amclaimingfree trade, i am only using characters from Merlin for entertainmentpurposes and by no meansintendinginfractions of the law as put by the USgovernment

Imbolc: Prologue

The first battles for spring come on the last night of January. It is on this night that Camelot celebrates the coming of Imbolc and spring with placing of candle in every window and even the castle does not break with tradition. At the center of Camelot a bond fire is light symbolizing the first signs of spring and longer days of summer to come. It is on this night by the common folk spend with their families and drink ale, but the nobles’ use it is a time for yet another fest were the Lords and Knight’s get drunk and harass the servant girls. This has never bothered Crown Prince Arthur in past years until it was his heart’s desire Guinevere was center of this unwanted attention.

“Sir Cain, I don’t think you’re the Lady’s type,” Arthur said in rather joking tone, to the somewhat pudgy knight at the other end of the high table getting a laugh from the knights around him. Arthur’s heart wanting to kill the fool touching the only woman he has loved and being one of the few mostly sober people in the room he had to put a stop to it.

“Forgive me sire, but I think you’re wrong she wants what I can give her,” Sir Cain answered as groped with his hands and his eyes lusted after, Gwen whose disgust was visible to all who were sober, but as a servant she could do nothing.“Why don’t we ask the Lady if she welcomes my advances,” Sir Cain asked in a loud voice gaining the attention of the court, as he rubbed his sweaty hands down Gwen’s neck and let out a loud belch.

“All right then, do you want his advances,” Arthur asked Gwen in noticeably bored tone, as hid his true feelings.

“No milord, I don’t wish for his advances,” Gwen answered as tried to get away but failed as Sir Cain’s wondering hands took hold of her wrist forcing her to be pulled closer to soft bulging middle.

“Then who of these fine Nobles do you want to bedded you tonight,” Sir Cain asked as forced Gwen into his lap. At this crud request caught the King’s attention who was also fairly inebriated himself.

“Yes, do tell girl who would you like to bed you this night,” The King asked wanting the joke to go on, but Arthur had enough of anyone touching Guinevere, but him.

“Father this poor girl has been tormented enough, let me please escort her out of this room so that her virtue may remain in tack,” Arthur requested as stood and walked over to Gwen.

“I will when she answer the question,” Uther agreed as sipped his ale.

“There is no Knight or Lord, who I want to be with, you’re Majesty,” Gwen answered quickly as pushed Sir Cain away roughly to get away.

“Ahh… there goes your fun Sir Cain, now if you let me escort the girl out,” Arthur said as he quickly took Gwen’s arm and left the hall. Once they were out of ear shoot of still very rowdy fest Arthur pulled Gwen into a quit, almost hidden alcove.

“Guinevere, are you alright… did he hurt you,” Arthur asked as looked deep into her dark eyes that haunt his dreams.

“I am unhurt milord and thank you for assistants, but should go now,” Gwen answered as tried to hide her true feelings.

“Guinevere, I am so sorry that you had to go through that,” Arthur said seeing that she was putting on a face and that was quite shaken by this. “If there is anything that I can do for you,” He asked as tears started to fall from eyes.

“No…yes…No… I mean…please just hold me,” Gwen cried softly as fell into Arthurs waiting arms.

“I will never let any harm come to you, Guinevere you have my word on that,” Arthur whispered in her ear.

“I know,” She answered tenderly as she looked into Arthur’s bright azure blue eyes.

“Good…,” Arthur breathed as he sweetly kissed Guinevere’s lips; not seeing his Father and Geoffrey of Monmouth behind them.

“Geoffrey have word sent to King Kenan of Carmelide to have his sister Lady Verran brought back to Camelot so the marriage treaty can be up held,” King Uther told the Genealogist, as looked onto what others have seen for the last year that Crown Prince was in love and now he knew who and would not stand for it.

“Yes, you’re Majesty,” Geoffrey answered the king as watch him walk away from the sight of the lovers.

Chapter One:

As spring brings new beginnings, with new life, new hope and new love for new soles meeting; for many this wanted and joyful sign, but a few whose lives have been planned for them it redundant and wanted to be forgotten. This not spirit of Camelot it awaking as spring comes to greet it after a long winter it was a joyful time as the merchants prepare to leave again and with the news that it Crown Prince was to be betrothed to Lady Verran, who had fostered in Camelot before her father’s death two years prior. Lady Verran was such joy for the people with tales of crazy escapades, her and the prince kept the whole kingdom laughing days during their childhood. This was seen when a party was sent ahead make ready for the soon to be princess as the stories began to be retold.

The head of this party was a very tall knight darkly handsome, Sir Kay with his young bride Lady Rosslyn who both had also fostered at Camelot as children. They reenter their childhood home with little pomp; this was one of the few joys Arthur would get with unwanted betrothal. He would reunite with foster family who he had not seen in years.

“So now I get to see your revolting face again you vile ogre of a pig,” Arthur greeted the knight who was his childhood friend and the closes thing he had to a brother and just as loyal, with servant Merlin close behind him. He stood in the courtyard as the party came into Camelot.

“And I your beastly face that use to scared the nurse maids, you foul urchin,” Sir Kay greet the crown prince with joy only known to family and smile.

“Kay my friend and brother at arms, it has been too long,” Arthur said as went up greet the knight and a quick hug that few would ever see.

“Lady Rosslyn you more beautiful than ever,” Arthur greet his foster sister as took her hand placed kiss on it.

“And you are, more full of it than ever sire,” Lady Rosslyn answered as gave him curtsy and with beautiful smile that cause more than one heart to break.

“Would you have me any other way, my dear foster sister,” Arthur asked with grin as motioned his guest to fallow him into the castle.

“No Arthur, I would not, but at least with only Kay and I, here you will not have to worry about squirrel end up in your armor,” Lady Rosslyn said sweet but with a sassy grin on her face.

“That would because the Imp has not joined us and if I were to have my way the Lady in question would never pass through the gates of Camelot let alone become my wife,” Arthur answered like a spoiled child.

“What I would really like to know is how she did it while you were wearing your armor,” Kay laughed.

“A squirrel in your armor, now wish I had seen that,” Merlin said from behind Arthur trying to hold back a laugh.

“Merlin, take their belongings to the assigned rooms,” Arthur order his servant over his shoulder as he directed Sir Kay and Lady Rosslyn out of the courtyard.

“Yes, milord,” Merlin answered. Merlin walked over to the Traveling coach and behind it two wagons with a third not far behind it all full of chests and bags. “Great, just great,” but on the very back of the first wagon pulling a bag from the bottom was what looked like a child at first sight, but when Merlin saw was in fact a very tiny young maiden with long amber locks flowing down her back. “Can I help you with that, Lass,” Merlin asked as he watched her pull on a handle of sack with both feet planted firmly on the back of the wagon.

“No, I can get it do not worry,” She answered as she kept pulling not aware that top bags where about fall on top of her.

“Are you sheer,” Merlin asked again as he saw the chest on top where going to fall with a quick leap he pushed them out of the way and on to the ground with her landing on top of him. “Are you all right,” He asked as looked into almond shaped eyes the color of spring leafs and tried not fell the soft womanly curves that were pressing down into him.

“I believe so,” She answered him. “But not quite yet,” She said as grabbed hold of him and rolled them out of the way of the third wagon coming into the courtyard. “I guess this means I should introduce myself, Gwynndolny but you just call me Wynn, that is if could get off me please,” Wynn said as looked up at her rescuer’s chest.

“Sorry about that, my names Merlin,” Merlin introduced himself as got off Wynn. “May I ask why, did you not start at the top of the wagon to unload it,” He asked as offered her his hand.

“Because what my Lady need was not at the top,” Wynn answered simply as she took his hand.

“Is that so,” Merlin answered trying to understand why anyone not started at the top, until he felt her hand which was soft like she never worked. “Have you ever unloaded a wagon before?” Merlin asked.

“Is that obvious,” Wynn asked as looked up into bright blue eyes that smiled down at her.

“Only to anyone who has seen your hands, they are soft have you had an easy life,” Merlin observed as he let go of her hand, her eyes flashed sliver for less than an instant. Merlin wanted to brush it off as seeing things but knew better than that.

“You caught me, I’m new at being a servant, but that does not mean my life has been easy one,” Wynn answered as saw something pass over the tall manservant’s face. “Now since I have saved your life and learned my secret, will you please teach me how to unload a wagon as award for saving your life,” Wynn asked with a smile.

“I guess I do own you, alright let’s get at it,” Merlin answered with a smile as walked back to the wagon. “But I think you own me too,” Merlin went on.

“It would be the fair and just thing to give; since you also saved my life, I will bestow you this boon as long as it not immoral, illegal or taint on my virtue or my honor, than I give you my word by the honor of ancestor and living kin, I will give you one boon whenever you ask for it and do what every is in my power to grant it,” Wynn agreed as she looked Merlin strait in his eyes and held out her hand to shake.

“Then it is agreed and I will hold it to you; now let’s get these wagons unload,” Merlin answered as took her hand again and the same flash of silver came across her eyes, she had magic it was the only answer.

No Return

xMerlinx — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:34:09 CST

Chapter two

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Merlin

“MERLIN?! Wake up!” Arthur began to cry uncontrollably. He couldn’t be dead. He put Merlins head against his chest and cried. Arthur’s world was at a stand still. He was confused, angry, sad, and for once he didn’t know what to do. “Merlin” he sobbed “Please I-I need you to w-wake up” More tears fell from his eyes. He looked down at Merlins frail body, stroking his silky brown hair. He ran his hands down his cheek, stroking his face, touching his lips. He held him tight once again, still crying. Moments later, Merlins body moved. Arthur couldn’t be sure, but he thought he heard Merlin stammering.

“Arth-ur” Merlin coughed up blood, and tried to open his eyes. “Arth-ur. H-help m-me” he stammered before falling into nothingness once again.

“Merlin!” Arthur picked up Merlin and gently put him over his horse. He rode back as fast as he could. There was a chance for Merlin to be saved, if he could only get to Gaius in time. As he raced back to Camelot, Arthur let more tears fall. If Merlin died, Arthur would have nothing.

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Arthur tried to control his sobbing. He couldn’t let suspicious arise amongst the castle. He managed to stop the tears but he could not yet utter any words without them threatening once again. He picked up Merlin and carried him into Gaius’ chambers.

“Gaius! Quickly. It’s Merlin. He needs help!” Arthur lay Merlin on the bed. Gaius looked over to see Merlin almost dead.

“What happened?” he asked as he fetched a pale of water.

“I-I don’t know. He- He just...” Arthur couldn’t finish his words. Gaius dipped a piece of cloth into the pale of water, and lay it on Merlins forehead. His body was cold as ice, and yet he was sweating all over. Merlin slipped in and out of consciousness, sometimes spitting up blood, and other times it was because he was suffocating. He couldn’t breathe, his lungs were burning, his mouth was dry and he could feel himself slipping away. He heard Arthur and Gaius talking in the distance, but nothing made sense. Sometimes he wouldn’t wake, and appeared dead.

“Gaius? Please, what is happening to him?” Gaius didn’t reply. He continued fussing with the blankets and damp cloths. He was trying not to cry, after all, Arthur was a crown prince and he was just a physician. Merlin was like a son to Gaius, and to see him slip away before his eyes was too painful. He made himself busy, creating different medicines, anything to bring him back to this world. Arthur put his hand on Gaius’ shoulder. He froze, and let a tear escape.

“It’s okay Gaius. I know what he means to you.” Arthur tried to reassure him.

“And I know what he means to you” Gaius responded. Arthur didn’t know how to respond, and remained silent for too long.

“He feels the same way Arthur. But you must remember he is just a servant. If Uther ever found out, he would have Merlin executed” Arthur knew this. For some reason he didn’t care, for once, his father was of no meaning to him. He just wanted Merlin to live. Arthur nodded at Gaius, to show he understood.

“Do you think its sorcery?” Arthur asked. Gaius hadn’t considered this. He knew sorcery could be evil, but never had he seen this before.

“I honestly don’t know. I just don’t know” It pained Gaius, not knowing what was wrong. Not being able to help the one he cared for the most. All his knowledge, all his power, and yet he could do nothing but sit back and watch. Gaius and Arthur remained silent, watching over the young warlock. Gaius wondered if Arthur would still love him if he knew the truth. Would he feel betrayed, or understand the secrecy. Arthur wondered how Gaius found out about him and Merlin. How could he possibly know his feelings for Merlin, or Merlins for him?

Merlin was restless, they knew he was alive, but for how much longer was unsure. Gaius wondered if he would recover, and what possible disease he could have. He passed the damp cloth over to Arthur who took over his duty. Gaius began rustling among all his shelves, finding every book that could help him, even those of sorcery. Arthur didn’t notice, he was too busy worrying about Merlin. His condition hadn’t improved for several hours.

“Arthur... I must go and report this to the king. Will you be okay?” he asked.

“Yes of course. Please hurry back.” Arthur replied. Gaius left the room and Arthur was finally alone with Merlin. “You’re always getting yourself into trouble Merlin.” He stammered. He looked down at Merlins shaking hand, and held it firmly in his.

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Merlin Catchphrase Consequences 1

sweeneytoddisawesome — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:21:40 CST

Gaius: "it can only be the work of sorcery"

Consequences is an old parlour game where one person says a phrase and the others say what they think should happen next.

You can play the Merlin version below.

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(As with the rest of the wiki, please keep it relatively clean!)

The next time Gaius says:

I want...

Character/s	to...(start with a verb)	by Merlinian
(example) Merlin	reply "why can't it be the work of fairy penguins, just this once?"	username
Uther	say "really Gaius you are so suspicious!"	Emrys_Gal
Guards	think "I guess that means someone gets put in the dungeon, we play games, get drunk/drugged and they escape again. Why is there nothing new in this job?!"
Merlin	roll his eyes: "Well, nothing new then."	CorneliusSigan
Merlin	frown "You say that like it's ever not."	Ilidsor
Uther	declare "It can never be the play of sorcery, can it? Always got to be so bloody serious!"	Lady_Valerie
Uther	Find the source of the sorcery and send him to the dungeons! Because a wizard wouldn't be able to use his magic to break prison bars or anything.	Vaquera101
Lancelot	whisper "Oooo.. He's good. How does he do that and still manage to keep a straight face?"	Sarkoloff
Uther	fumed, "We must stop this sorcerer! My severe diarrhea is a discomfort I WILL NOT TOLERATE!!"	fanofmerlin
Merlin	say "I prefer the term magic tricks if you don't mind" =)	xMerlinx
Uther	Oh, its always sorcery! Can't it be something awesome like zombie unicorns or break dancing leprechauns for once?	sweeneytoddisawesome

Musical Merlin

ShutupEccles — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:20:45 CST

MUSICAL MERLIN

Is there a song that brings a certain Merlin character to mind?
Does a particular song pop into your head when your favourite character pops up on screen?
If the answer is yes, then add the name of the song, its artist and some of the lyrics
to the appropriate table below!

Merlin

Song title	Artist	Sample Lyrics
Leaving Home	Jebediah	Were you laughed at by your friends? were you lost for words when everybody finally told you what they thought... Oh. am I doing it again. Oh, and I'm a loser now and then Oh, and I smile at everything. Do you like me now?
A Kind of Magic	Queen	One dream, one soul, one prize, one goal, One golden glance of what should be (predictable perhaps but it's true ^_^)
Harry Potter theme	John Williams
Fireflies	Owl City	you would not believe your eyes if 10million fireflies lit up the world as i fell asleep.
Happier Sad	Jebediah	It's high time I start to learn To live my life with a poker face and then All these emotional feelings I can't ignore Aren't on display to the whole world anymore Am I Happier Sad? It's all over and done And I'm warm inside my melancholy mind
All these things that i've done	The Killers	When there's nowhere else to run IS there room for one more son one more son if you can hold on hold on i wanna stand up, i wanna let go you know, you know no you don't, you don't i wanna shine on in the hearts of men
Gold	Spandau Ballet	Gold always believe in your soul you've got the power to know you're indestructible always believe in, because you are Gold , glad that you're bound to return there's something I could have learned you're indestructible, always believe in
Clint Eastwood	Gorillaz	I aint happy, feelin' glad, I got sunshine in a bag I'm useless, but not for long, my future is comin' on
Sunrise	myself (this poped when merlins running to the lake to save arthur in the Gates of Avalon)	Running to the rescue, knowing i cant save you. dawns a 'comin on, black crows a'laughin at ye. Soon you will be gone, fading to the mists-a-long. Horizon!Horizon!its lit'alight, with waking from the night, new day is dawned, yet by thy Lake ,you fade away, im coming to thy rescue-a, Just dont fade away, Sunrise is still in youth, ill' catch you from the grave, just please dont fade a-way-hay-hay...
the Road	bilbo baginns	the road goes ever on and on down from the door were it began now far ahead the road has gone and i must follow if i can pursueing it with eager feet untill it joins some larger way were many paths and errands meet and wither then i cannot say!
You're the voice	John Farnham	You're the voice try and understand it Make a noise and make it clear Whoa oh oh We're not gonna live in silence We're not gonna live in fear Whoa oh oh This time We know we all can stand together We have the power to be powerful Believing we can make it better

Arthur

Song title	Artist	Sample Lyrics
Renegade Fighter	Zed Bias	I'm a lover, I'm a winner, I'm a fighter Gonna set your soul on fire
Cherry Lips	Garbage	You're such a delicate boy in the hysterical realm of an emotional landslide in physical terms With you cherry lips and golden curls
I Just Cant Wait To Be King	The Lion King	Ohh I Just Cant Wait To Be King!!
Caught in the Crowd	Kate Miller-Heidke	I was young and caught in the crowd I didn't know then what I know now I was dumb, and I was proud And I'm sorry If I could go back do it again I'd be someone you could call friend Please please believe that I'm sorry
Popular	Wicked
Oops I did it Again	Britney Spears
You'll Never Walk Alone	Carosuel
So Macho	Sinitta	So Macho He's got to be So Macho, He's got to be big and strong enough to turn me on He's got to have, big blue eyes Be able to satisfy He's got to be big and strong enough to turn me on....=P
Bad Boy	Cascada	Be my bad boy be my man be my weekend-lover but don't be my friend You can be my bad boy but understand that i don't need you in my life again ... you once made this promise to stay by my side but after some time you just pushed my aside you never thought that a girl could be strong now i'll show you how to go on
Holding out for a Hero	Bonnie Tyler	I need a hero, I'm holding out for at hero 'till the end of the night He's gotta be strong and he's gotta be fast And he's gotta be fresh from the fight I need a hero, I'm holding out for a hero 'till the morning light He's gotta be sure and it's gotta be soon And he's gotta be larger than life,

Morgana

Song Title	Artist / Composer	Sample Lyrics
Your Woman	White Town	Well I guess what they say is true I could never be the right kind of girl for you I could never be your woman
Good Girls Gone Bad		i make em good girls goonneeee baaddd i make em good girls gooonneeegood girls gone bad.
She's so High	Tal Bachman	First class and fancy free, She's high society She's got the best of everything What could a guy like me Ever really offer? She's perfect as she can be, Why should I even bother?
Sally' Song	Evanescence	I sense there's something in the wind That feels like tradgedy's at hand And though i'd like to stand by him Can't shake this feeling that i have The worst is just around the bend (Saw an amazing vid set to this song and to me it sums up Morgana completely!)
I'm not that Girl (about Arthur)	Wicked

Gwen

Song Title	Artrist / Composer	Sample Lyrics
Running Back	Jessica Mauboy	Bein' with you means bein' alone and never knowin' when you're comin' home........... I keep forgettin' you treat me so bad so I keep runnin, keep runnin', I keep runnin' back
Three	Britney Spears	1, 2, 3, Not only you and me, Got one eighty degrees, And I'm caught in between (because of Gwen's relationship with both Lancelot and Arthur).
Caught In The Middle	a1	Things are so different now you're gone, I thought it'd be easy I was wrong, and now Im caught, and now Im caught in the middle...

Uther

Title	Artist	Sample Lyrics
Superstraight	Regurgitator	I work all day & then I'm outta my mind, like a man, I'm only human & I gotta unwind. This is my home, I keep my family inside I'm late for work now honey I gotta fly He's superstraight
This Life	Powderfinger	This life well it's slipping right through my hands, these days turned out nothing like I had planned
Gives you hell	All American Rejects	when you see my face it gives you hell, when you walk my way it gives you hell.
Funhouse	Pink	this used to be a fun house, but now it's full of evil clowns time to start the countdown, I'm gonna burn it down
Viva la Vida	Coldplay	Revolutionaries wait, for my head on a silver plate. Just a puppet on a lonely string. Oh who would ever wanna be King?
Hunting for Witches	Bloc Party	So I go hunting for witches, I go hunting for witches. Heads are going to roll, I go hunting for...
TYRANT!	myself	Tyrant!your raving like a madman! tyrant!your selfish and wicked you Tyrant! TYRANT!it seems that in the end ,the crowns a 'lil to tight! TYRANT! your rich well there poor ,your qenched when there parched! tyrant!tyrant!tyrant!your blinder then the begger at your feet! its a gift aND YOU KNOW IT! YOU terrible fiend! that crowns to tight,it doesent fitt,so give it a toss,instead of a head,chop away that thing! TYRANT!!!!
Behind Blue Eyes	Limp Bizkit	No one knows what it's like To be the bad man To be the sad man Behind blue eyes And no one knows What it's like to be hated To be fated to telling only lies But my dreams they aren't as empty As my conscience seems to be I have hours, only lonely My love is vengeance That's never free

Gaius

Title	Artist	Sample Lyrics
Warning	Green Day	Question everything Or shut up and be a victim of authority Warning, live without warning
Losing My Religion	R.E.M.	oh no, I've said too much, I haven't said enough
I cant shake it	Kate Miller-Heike	oh no i just cant shake it shake it shake it oh no i just cant shake it.
med.man	myself.i think	hes the medicine man!healin' this an' a 'healin that! hell give you the draught ,'cause hes the medicine man! poltice and bandage,antidote and merilite,you name it ,'es got it! little boys a'got a fever'ill clear it up like a beaver! hes the medicne man!

Nimueh

Title	Artist	Sample Lyrics
The lion sleeps tonight	Timon and Pumba	Wee-eeeeee-ee-eeee-eee-ee A Nim-ah-Nimueh that's not seriously it but I'm tired & can't remember the song
Minority	Green Day	I pledge allegiance to the underworld.... i dont need your authority down with the moral majority 'cause i want to be the minority
Don't trust me	3oh3	don't trust her, never trust her, won't trust her, won't trust me.
vengeleno	a book	vengeleno,power dark, fill this vessel with thy spark. let it wield unmaking knife, slashing,piercing,stowing strife, carving out the heart of life!

Lancelot

Title	Artist	Sample Lyrics
Heard it Through the Grapevine	Marvin Gaye	Ooh, I bet you're wondering how I knew, About you're plans to make me blue With some other guy that you knew before. Between the two of us guys You know I love you more. It took me by surprise I must say, When I found out yesterday. Don't you know that... I heard it through the grapevine Not much longer would you be mine. Oh I heard it through the grapevine, Oh and I'm just about to lose my mind. Honey, honey yeah.
Without Me	Eminem	this looks like a job for me, so everybody just follow me we need a little controversy cos it'd be so empty without me
Chase That Feeling	Hilltop Hoods	chase that feeling, u gotta chase that feeling.
His Name Is Lancelot	Spamalot	His name is Lancelot And in tight pants a lot He likes to dance a lot You know you do Lancelot: I do?
Boulevard of Broken Dreams	Green Day	I walk a lonely road. The only one I have ever known. Don't know where it goes, But it's only me and I walk alone.

Lady Catrina / Troll

Title	Artist	sample lyric
Not the Girl you think you are	Crowded House	you're not the girl you think you are there's someone standing in your place... but you'll be hard to recognise...

Admit It!

xMerlinx — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:24:47 CST

Chapter one

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MERLIN

Arthur returned to his chambers full of rage. He had just had an argument with his father about Merlin. Uther thought that he was an incompetent manservant, and that he should be dismissed. Arthur wouldn’t hear of it. He had been through to much with Merlin, and wasn’t going to lose him now. Arthur had won the argument for now, but would have to ensure Merlin stayed out of trouble. Arthur sat on the end of his bed, frustrated. He would have to tell Merlin the truth soon; he may never get the chance again.

“Good morning Sire” Merlin came in with a big grin on his face. Arthur looked up at him in a daze. How would he tell Merlin that he loved him. What if Merlin didn’t feel the same way and rejected him. He could ruin their friendship. Merlin began to cough profusely, bringing Arthur back to reality. He worried about Merlin. He had been acting strange. Arthur couldn’t be sure, but he noticed Merlin was losing a bit of weight, and tired easily. Merlin rested against the wall and his cough settled.

“You alright Merlin? You’re not dieing on me again are you?” He joked.

“Of course not sire, I wouldn’t dream of it” They exchanged a friendly smiled. Arthur noticed that he was calmer now that Merlin was here. Everything felt right when he was around. The world froze in time for a moment, and Merlin and Arthur were gazing into each others eyes, smiling. Arthur would do it now, just tell him the truth. He was sure Merlin felt the same way, he sensed it. Before Arthur had the chance to say anything, Sir Leon entered.

“Sire, It is time.” He said. Arthur nodded and got up from the bed. He walked over to Merlin who was still trying to catch his breath.

“Come on Merlin. Time to go hunting. Prepare the horses”. Merlin did as he was told and went to the stables. While preparing the horses, his cough returned, this time more violent. He put his hand over his mouth, trying to control himself. When he pulled it away, he noticed blood on his hand. He rested for a moment, catching his breath. What was happening to him? He met Arthur in the courtyard and they rode out.

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Arthur had requested that he hunt alone with Merlin. He planned on telling him the truth. After a good half hour of riding they came to a beautiful lake. He would tell him here.

“What are we doing here Sire?” Merlin asked confused. Arthur got off his horse and walked closer to the lake. Merlin followed. They stood side by side, and Arthur smiled at Merlin.

“You know Merlin, this is where my father told my mother that he loved her” Arthur said.

“It’s a beautiful place”

“Yes it is. Where beautiful things can happen” Arthur did not yet work up the courage to look Merlin in the eyes. For the first time, the Prince was scared. He was scared of Merlin rejecting him, scared he would laugh in his face. He was afraid of not knowing. He continued to talk.

“Merlin, I know you must be confused right now, but there’s something I need to talk to you about”. Merlin began to cough, it started small but grew bigger and worse. No, not now. Please not now. Arthur turned to see Merlin coughing uncontrollably. He was struggling for air. Arthur rushed over to help him.

“Merlin?! What’s happening? What’s wrong?” Merlin became dizzy as his world grew black. He could hear the prince calling his name, but it sounded distant. Merlin fell weak at the knees and began to fall to the ground. Arthur caught him and held him tight. Merlin was shaking, sweating from the brows, and suddenly there was no movement.

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