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Despite Merlin’s positive attitude, the arrogant prince began listing off ridiculous chores Merlin needed to do before the sun set. A deep sigh escaped his mouth as he stared at the prince with a plastered smile on his face. He knew Arthur took pleasure in making his life quite miserable, could see the slight smirk spreading across his lips. 

A snarky comment was about to escape from Merlin’s mouth when the King of Camelot’s, Arthur’s father, thunderous voice echoed across the prince’s chambers. Bowing respectively, Merlin made sure his eyes kept directly to the floor. [color=FFDF00]“Your Majesty.”[/color] He spoke, showing no indication of his familiar humorous tone. While Merlin was known for having a sarcastic sense of humour, he made sure to erase such behavior whenever in the presence of the king. Many of Merlin’s kin questioned his soft side when he allowed the very man, who had murdered and exiled those of magic, to live. Without a doubt, Merlin completely dislikes Uther and his views on magic but until Arthur was ready to take the throne, Uther must continue to be king. Merlin also believed Uther wasn’t an evil man. Despite his cruel ways, he showed a deep love for his son and would do anything he could to protect Camelot. Uther was not evil, he had simply been shown the wrong side of magic and chose to believe that magic was one sided and had no good. One day though, Merlin would help Arthur pick the better path and see beyond his father’s twisted view and understand that magic could be used for good. One day… 

As the two talked, Merlin pretended not to listen but of course heard every word. A wave of stupidity passed over him and he realized he had forgotten all about the festival. [i][color=FFDF00]Arthur is going to kill me…[/color][/i] Thank goodness he had washed Arthur’s cloak the day before. Perhaps Merlin could have the day to have fun but knowing Arthur, he was almost sure that was impossible. He only begged that he wouldn’t be forced to wear the mortifying servant festive clothes. Those were absolutely the worst and simply no one, not even Merlin, could rock that look. 

The moment Uther mentioned the Lady Seppia the tension between Arthur and his father began to rise. Merlin knew Arthur’s heart belonged to Gwen but he would never stand up to his father when the fate of the kingdom rested on his shoulders. Although, Merlin strongly believed that Arthur could change the rules for the better. Who said he couldn’t marry for love? At the mention of his name, Merlin perked up but simply shrugged, hoping he wouldn’t get between the two’s feud. It was one thing arguing with Arthur, but the king? He shivered at the thought. 

An awkward silence filled the room as Arthur contemplated his father’s claims. Merlin didn’t quite understand all the rules royalty created. Looking at through his perspective, all it seemed to cause was complications and sorrow. As was expected, Arthur accepted his father’s terms and Merlin couldn’t help but pity the prince’s depressed gaze. 

Arthur’s order to get dressed had Merlin bolting to the prince’s dresser. Everyday he could never understand how royalty could never dress themselves. It was simple, really. Merlin, Gaius, Gwen, and all of his people did it. Shaking his eye, Merlin pulled out Arthur’s finest robes and approached him near the bed. [color=FFDF00]“Good thing I washed these a few days ago, eh?” [/color]He chirped,hoping to get Arthur’s spirits back up. It was no fun with a dull prince. [color=FFDF00]“Come on. Smile, would ya? There’s a festival today!”[/color] After no response, Merlin shook his head in disappointment.[color=FFDF00] “I prefer the arrogant prince to this pathetic look. I mean, look at you.”[/color] Sighing, Merlin took a seat beside Arthur on his extravagant bed. 

[color=FFDF00]“Look Arthur. You're Prince of Camelot and going to be King one day. Don’t you think you have the right to choose the one you love? Who do you think Camelot wants on the throne? Someone who listens and obeys to his father or one who marries for his heart, even if she is a serving girl. Now, time to get dressed!”[/color] Merlin walked over to the folding screen and waited for the prince to get off his bum.

[@Polyurethane]