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Merlin takes a curse meant for Arthur, with the effect that he loses all memory of the prince and their adventures together. There seems to be no cure, and Arthur must try to come to terms with the loss.
Meanwhile, Merlin is annoyed that everyone keeps giving him such pitying looks: Arthur’s a prat and he can’t imagine ever being friends with him. And if only the dragon would quit knocking on about destiny…- Language:
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Arthur's eyes widen minutely, and Merlin can see fists tighten by his side, but he doesn't move out of Merlin's grasp, doesn't show any other reaction. And Merlin has never touched Arthur like this, never so unkindly but he's reached a boiling point, the thought of carrying on with this thankless routine is agonising.
His voice is almost a whisper when he speaks next. He leans in closer, unable to look at Arthur anymore, instead he says his next words a breath away from his ear. "You could thank me on your knees and it wouldn't come anywhere close to adequate appreciation."
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In which Merlin is overwhelmed and underappreciated. Stretched thin between keeping the kingdom safe, playing the role of Arthur’s servant as well as the role of Gaius’ apprentice, and dealing with his magic, he snaps and quits. Arthur, of course, begins to realise the emptiness of life without Merlin. What follows is a mix of frustration, hurt, pining, and, finally, a reunion. Featuring the ever tired and concerned knights of the round table (except Gwaine, he doesn’t really give a shit.)
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Never Knew What We Had (Until He Was Gone) by Merlinfirstlastalways
Fandoms: Merlin (TV)
29 Jun 2024
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Arthur was at his wits' end when he caught Merlin walking out of the tavern, which led him to make a horrible mistake, one that proved to be the last straw for Merlin, who decided there was nothing else to do but publically quit his job and leave Camelot in a huff.
Arthur never realized how much Merlin did for him-- or for Guinevere-- until he was gone; neither he nor his wife realized just how integral Merlin was to Camelot... and to their marriage.
*Story is complete apart from final editing and will be posted in full over the next few days. Currently clocking in at about 20k. Explicit in the fifth chapter.*
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After a rather strenuous week in the forest, Arthur’s offer of his bath to Merlin blurs the line between prince and servant, forcing the two to confront the potential of a relationship between them.
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The one where Merlin & Arthur face their feelings after making out in the prince’s tub.
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A/N: Though this canon divergence is set somewhere between end of Season 3 and early Season 4, I have moved up some of Season 4’s events to suit my storyboard needs. (ie. Gwen & Arthur’s relationship failing after S4E9 doesn’t go as written- this leaves both Arthur and Merlin a bit apprehensive about starting a relationship together.)
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“Why didn’t you tell me?”
Merlin was staring at his hands, he had yet to look him in the eyes.
“I didn’t want you to treat me differently.”
Offended, Arthur huffed.
“I wouldn’t have treated you differently!”
Merlin crossed his arms, leaning back.
“You would have. It would have given you even more chance to ridicule me. You make it known, what you think about omegas.”
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After another mission had gone wrong, Merlin failed to take his potion on time. Revealing more about himself than he would have liked. Struck with the knowledge that his best friend is an omega, Arthur is trying to figure out his feelings. While Merlin is trying to hide his secrets, Camelot's enemys don't rest.- Language:
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