Chapter 7

(A couple of weeks after the events that led to the knights finding out about Merlin's magic Arthur is in his way to his quarters when Gwen rounds the corner)

Arthur: Guinevere could I have a word please?

Gwen: Of course sire

Arthur: I just wanted to let you know that I would be ok if you didn't come to the wedding, I'd understand.

Gwen: No I will be there to support you if anything, plus it would look odd if I was the only one who didn't show up.

Arthur: Ok then and I hope that we can still be friends when this is over.

Gwen: You sound like you're not looking forward to getting married.

Arthur: I was, but then I realised that there is someone else I'd rather marry

Gwen: And who would that be...

Arthur:... I think you know.

Gwen: (smiles) I do yes although I do know the reason why we cannot, I did a horrible thing and I still can't believe you've forgiven me.

Arthur: I would never have forgiven myself if I hadn't apologised to you.

Gwen: Its fine, I have to go now

Arthur: Ok, I'll see you soon

Gwen: You will

(She walks off. It is the day of the wedding and everyone is in the hall looking up at the altar when Arthur and Mithian are about to say their vows)

Vicar: And know I would like to ask anyone if there is any just cause impediment why these two people cannot be joined in holy matrimony.

(Everyone is silent while Arthur looks nervous)

Vicar: Well then let us get on with the ceremony

Arthur: I'm sorry, I can't do this.

Mithian: What!

Arthur: I'm sorry Mithian and I'm sorry to everyone else who came here to see a wedding but I cannot get married.

Vicar: May I ask why my lord?

Arthur: Because I love another.

(Everyone gasps)

Vicar: Who is this person?

Arthur: She knows who she is.

Mithian: Are you going to tell me at least, who she is?

Arthur: That is up to her

(Arthur looks at Gwen who then stands up and everyone looks shocked)

Mithian: Her she is but a servant

Arthur: And yet she is the nicest and most gentle person I know.

(He then walks down the steps to Gwen and they look at each other and smile before walking out the doors)

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