By the way

"By the way, Merlin," inquired Arthur the next morning as Merlin brought him his breakfast. Late.

"How come you've never offered me a massage?"

"Sorry Sire," said Merlin apologetically, "but you don't even own a nightgown."

He grinned and Arthur laughed, feeling somewhat vindicated. Not to mention relieved.

"I knew it, I knew she wasn't serious."

Merlin joined in the laughter, plopping the breakfast tray down quickly before his mirth upset the eggs.

'Oh, I know, it's ridiculous."

"Ludicrous," agreed Arthur, matter-of-factly.

"I wish I'd seen the look on your face, honestly."

He stopped laughing suddenly. "I mean, she knew perfectly well you wouldn't know how to give a massage."

And then he gave a quick grin and exited the room.

"Wait... what? Merlin!"

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