to the world that never let you be: 4/10

[flypaw]

Summary: When Arthur notices the scars on Merlin, he sets off to find out why a servant of all people has such marks and discovers that Merlin might not be all that he seems. From kinkme_merlin prompt here
Pairing: Arthur/Merlin

Comments

[bananahater336]

tell Merlin that everything was okay, that he wasn't alone - not now, not ever, no matter what he'd done. Arthur's internal monologue makes it seem like he doesn't know what to do about Merlin or how to act in regard to him, but he never seems to waver about wanting to make Merlin happy.

He was slowly realising that he hadn't lost Merlin at all, not in any sense. In fact, it was like he was finally getting to know him, finally being allowed past the outer shell and trusted most of all. This is just wonderful. <3

Whatever Arthur had to do, he was beginning to realise, he would do it to keep Merlin by his side. Awww!

Arthur was willing to change while Uther would rather watch his world fall. The reasons Arthur will be a great king. <3

how many other tears had Merlin had to bite back and stuff away just to keep his secrets? I appreciate these reactions of Arthur's because they're selfless. He honestly wants the best for Merlin.

The decision to link his fingers with Merlin's was an easy one, and he offered his strength where Merlin's

[brunettepet]

Arthur realizing that they will get through this and be okay was wonderful. He's right, Merlin is showing he trusts Arthur with every secret, every story. Arthur reaching out to touch that scar felt like he was signing a contract to protect Merlinlike Merlin has been protecting Camelot and Arthur.

[flypaw]

Thank you :)