I know it is deathly annoying when stories start out with an author's note but I thought I had better mention one or two things first.
1) I imagine that this story probably takes place after the end of Series 4 but before the beginning of Series 5.
2) The Merlin family is alive and well. By this I mean everyone's favourite knights are alive and not evil (Elyan, Gwaine, Lancelot, Leon, Percival), Camelot's favourite serving girl come Queen (Gwen - I have yet to decide whether or not a merthur storyline will emerge), Gaius is alive too (as well as obviously Arthur and Merlin). Uther is dead (yippee - he was a bit of a d*ck really) but Morgana is alive and kicking.
3) Merlin's magic is still very much a secret (except to Gaius and Lancelot).
4) There may well be strong language and detailed/graphic reference to anxiety/depression/self harm/torture etc (so heads up and trigger warning).
5) Obviously I do not own the BBC show 'Merlin'. It sort of goes without saying but then everyone does say it so I thought I'd hop on the bandwagon too.
Ok. I think that's everything I wanted to mention. On with the story...
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Sleeves
FanfictionMerlin has always looked out for Arthur, no matter what. But at what cost? Because of his destiny he has given up almost everyone he holds dear to him to ensure that Albion is created. And whilst seeing Arthur succeed is a reward in and of itself...
