By Any Means Necessary
Author: Gilli_ann
Title: By Any Means Necessary
Rating: G
Characters: Arthur, Merlin
Summary: Merlin is in possession of unique negotiating skills
Word Count: 100
Prompt: Negotiate
A/ : Canon compatible, Dialogue only
By Any Means Necessary
"Why are you so grumpy tonight, Arthur? What's troubling you?"
"It's the border dispute talks. I thought we'd reach an amicable agreement, but King Radwald seems to be spoiling for war."
"I could help you negotiate."
"I'm not up for jokes, Merlin."
"But I'm serious."
"And how, pray, would you contribute?"
"I'd stumble, land on my face, fall off my chair, grimace excessively, burp-"
"Get out."
"Think about it. I'd make everyone laugh. It'd break the ice. Once you've shared a good laugh with someone, it's easier to find common ground."
"Actually..."
"I'm on to something?"
"Yes. It's worth a try."
Title: By Any Means Necessary
Rating: G
Characters: Arthur, Merlin
Summary: Merlin is in possession of unique negotiating skills
Word Count: 100
Prompt: Negotiate
A/ : Canon compatible, Dialogue only
By Any Means Necessary
"Why are you so grumpy tonight, Arthur? What's troubling you?"
"It's the border dispute talks. I thought we'd reach an amicable agreement, but King Radwald seems to be spoiling for war."
"I could help you negotiate."
"I'm not up for jokes, Merlin."
"But I'm serious."
"And how, pray, would you contribute?"
"I'd stumble, land on my face, fall off my chair, grimace excessively, burp-"
"Get out."
"Think about it. I'd make everyone laugh. It'd break the ice. Once you've shared a good laugh with someone, it's easier to find common ground."
"Actually..."
"I'm on to something?"
"Yes. It's worth a try."