Queen of Camelot ~~~ON HIATUS~~~

Chapter Eighteen (V)

The two danced into a comfortable conversation on there way to the seamstress. Artura had every intent of buying not only herself a few dress but Gwen as well.

"Oh you need to meet Lancelot he has the absolute purest of hearts." Gwen gushed her cheek brightening as she spoke.

Artura wanted to not think about the young man. He is friendship with Merlin was unsettling. A noble wouldn't normally befriend someone like Merlin, but he could be different. "I have to meet this young man who has stolen your heart." Gwen was darkened as she giggled trying to deny this fact.

After buys a few dresses for the two they both changed. "I can introduce you to Lancelot, but I need to go assist Lady Morgana." Gwen promised. Artura smiled happily.

She wanted to meet the young man on the out field see how he treats normal people. The two left heading to Gaius's chambers. Gwen knocked on the door quickly fixing her dress. Artura giggled behind her. Before Gwen could send a glare the door opened and a tired young man opened the door. It was Lancelot, his eyes widened as he spotted Gwen quickly trying to look nicer. He stood up straight.

"Guinevere," Lancelot breathed out. Gwen's bit her lip trying to stop herself from blushing.

"Uh Hello, Lancelot this is a friend Alice she...wanted to meet you." Gwen said gesturing towards Artura. She grinned at the young man.

"I heard you're wanting to be a knight," she pegged. Lancelot nodded. "Well then why do we go see what your mad of." She hadn't really given the boy a chance to really prove himself so she would know for Gwen.

Gwen smiled excusing herself as Lancelot stood uncomfortable. Artura waited for a response by it seemed he had none. Rolling her eyes she grabbed his arm and dragged out of the castle.

He stumbled behind she only came to a stop when she came to an empty training area. She grabbed two practice swords through one to him.

"Let's begin," and before he could get a word out she attacked at the boy. He quickly blocked it. "Good, next bend your knee's a bit more so it's not all your arms taking the impact." She instructed.

Swinging at him once more he followed her instructions the block becoming a lot stronger. She nodded her head. After each new move she did she would either teach him how or give him tips on how to better stop it or become less open. He caught on quickly and never questioned her instructions. He improved quickly becoming more aware.

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The sound of a sword being molded rang through Lancelot's ears. He thought about the girl Gwen had introduced yesterday. Gwen and Alice were both lovely girl and weren't of noble birth like himself.

Hush whispered interrupted his thoughts as he glanced up, Arthur and his little gang were making his way over. Lancelot couldn't stop the eye roll as he continued sharpening the sword he had in hand.

Arthur grabbed a near by broke chucking it at Lancelot's face. He caught it graceful placing down the sword. Arthur grinned slyly, "Not bad."

Lancelot quickly bowed. "Would you like me to sweep the guardhouse again, Sire?" He asked wondering what the broom may be for.

Arthur chuckled, " It certainly needs sweeping. But first," he picked up another broom removing the bristles so all was left was a stick resembling a bow staff. "I'd like you to kill me."

"Sire?"

Arthur finally allowed the grin to be pure. "Come on. Don't pretend you don't want to." Lancelot returned the grin throwing the bristles off.