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Chapter 6- Home

Uther Pendragon embraced his son when he finally approached him in the court. All was silent, watching father and son reunited again. Small smile's settled on their faces as they watched.
"Thank heavens your safe," Uther breathed in relief and looked Arthur over. He was still dirty with some blood stains only just having arrived back in Camelot. It had taken them two days to get back. Arthur bowed his head and Uther kissed the top of it.
"Are you injured?" Uther asked.
"Just a few scrapes," Arthur said. Uther nodded.
"I will send Gaius to you over, to make sure," Uther said.

Again, Arthur nodded and looked up.
"What happened?" Uther asked. Arthur glanced at Morgana who gave a small smile back. He also managed to get a glimpse of Merlin who looked so relieved that Arthur was back safely he looked as if he might faint.
"I was never taken to the Kingdom of Mercury," Arthur explained, trying to make his lie sound like the truth. "I was taken into the forest, perhaps they thought that you would not figure out who he was and you would never be able to trace it back to his kingdom."

Everyone was watching with bated breath. Merlin had a silly grin on his face and one nudge from Gaius quickly removed it from his face.
"I managed to grab sword and we fought and I managed to escape," Arthur said.
"I'm glad you are alright," Uther said, buying the lie. "However we cannot allow this to go un punished. The Kingdom of Mercury has started a war."
"Father, please. Surely you can understand that a loss of a son can make you do rash and harsh things that will not heal your pain," Arthur said wisely.

"We have been attacked by magic, Arthur," Uther said.
"You have been attacked. Not Camelot. He has caused you suffering but please do not take Camelot into war over a man's grief," Arthur said. Although his voice was strong there was an undercurrent of a plea in there. Uther studied Arthur for what seemed like hours.
"Camelot will not go to war," Uther finally said and Arthur let out a breath he didn't no he was holding. "Gaius, I want you to check over Arthur and make sure he is fine."

Merlin watched as making a fire while Gaius checked over Arthur and tending to the wounds that he had sustained.
"You will be fine in a few days. I suggest you take a couple of days of your duties in order to heal properly. From what Merlin has told me you were very lucky he found you in time," Gaius said with a smile. Merlin smiled his goofy smile and Arthur playfully glared at him.
"If you need anything, just ask. Sire," Gaius bowed and with a quick to nod he left.

Arthur rolled his eyes and leaned back on his pillows. All was silent in the chamber . Merlin moved about the room, putting away things and cleaning up. Arthur watched, following Merlin's every move. Merlin darted out of the room and came back with some food from the kitchens.
"Finally, a proper meal. None of that stuff you brought me," Arthur said, digging in.
"I'm so sorry that I didn't have longer to plan your escape meal," Merlin mocked, rolling his eyes.

Arthur grinned.
"Your escape did need more planning," Arthur grinned.
"I didn't have the time," Merlin cried.
"I could of held on for a much longer time," Arthur snapped.
"My apologies. Next time you get kidnapped I'll spend more time on your escape," Merlin teased.
"Who says there will be a next time?" Arthur asked, eyes narrowing.
"You're always getting into trouble," Merlin laughed.
"It's not my fault," Arthur huffed.

Merlin shook his head and as he passed the be Arthur grabbed Merlin's wrist and tugged him closer. Merlin stumbled and fell on the bed. Arthur started at him, resisting the urge to roll his eyes at Merlin's clumsiness.
"And where will you be if I do get kidnapped again?" Arthur asked quietly. Merlin smiled.
"Planning your escape and coming to get you," Merlin promised. Arthur seemed to mull this over and grinned.
"Good," Arthur said. Neither said a word.

Merlin looked down and blushed as he saw that Arthur was still gripping his wrist. They way Arthur's fingers were he was sure that he could feel his pulse speed up. Merlin looked up as Arthur's other hand brushed his cheeks bone. They stared at each other.
slowly, Arthur leaned in, gauging Merlin's reaction. Merlin swallowed and leaned into. They were so close they could their hot breath brushing the lips. Arthur to the leap. He touched his lips to Merlin's, a soft sweet kiss. He pulled back, but Merlin wasn't finished with him yet and shifted closer and pressed his lips to Arthur's once again.

Arthur's hand came up to cup his face and crushed his lips against Merlin's. Merlin threaded his fingers through the prince's golden hair and fused them closer together. Arthur felt a shiver of pleasure as Merlin massaged his scalp. Arthur swiped Merlin's bottom lip with his tongue. Merlin gasped and Arthur took advantage and slipped his tongue inside, searching for Merlin's own tongue.
Merlin tilted his head and moaned at the better angle. Merlin shifted so he was more comfortable and Arthur dragged him up so that he was now straddling the prince. Arthur gripped him tighter and a muffled moan started deep in his throat. Both were pouring as much passion as they could into the kiss.

They pulled away, panting for breath and Merlin leaned his head against the prince.
"I was worried," Merlin said quietly. Arthur cupped his face.
"I'm fine, Merlin. I do know how to take care of myself," Arthur said with a quick grin.
"Yes, but you also know how to attract trouble," Merlin grinned. Arthur scowled but with a quick kiss from Merlin wiped it off. Arthur moved his hands down Merlin's side and settled them on his hips.
"Arthur?" Merlin asked.
"Hmm?"
"I love you."

Arthur kissed Merlin sweetly on the lips.
"I love you too," Arthur breathed. Merlin's grin was so big and bright that Arthur smiled brightly in response.
And they knew. They knew that everything would be OK. Now they had each other they would always be there for one another, forever.

The end.

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