The Caveman's Guide To Romance 2/?pseudoauthor1January 9 2016, 16:56:02 UTC
Before he goes back to the report he takes his phone in hand and dials who he considers the main obstacle in his plan.
It rings a few times before there’s a low hum and then: "Hello?" Gaius sounds far away as if his phone is on speaker. "Hello? Is anyone there? Uther, you luddite, if you've pocket dialed me again-"
"Gaius!" Uther says quickly. "How are you?"
"I'm keeping well. I'm instructing medical students on the finer points of sewing stiches."
Uther hums as if he's interested - he's not.
A clatter sounds. Muttered cursing and murmurs filling the silence in his office. "No!” Gaius shouts. “Do you want to scar your poor patient? Stitching is not a race Harold.” Uther opens spider solitaire and begins to play knowing that he won’t have Gaius’ complete attention. A few moments later after more grumbling and muttered curses Gaius says, “Uther, can I help you with anything?"He should probably be working on the report. Damn it, Control-Z…ah, there we are, one down, five to go. "Merlin is gay
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The Caveman's Guide To Romance 3/?pseudoauthor1January 9 2016, 16:57:39 UTC
Trust Gaius to get the conversation back on track. "Apparently…I recited a list of women's names out loud,” Uther says in a rush. “I didn't even realise I was doing it until I overheard Arthur telling someone on the phone about it. That is beside the point. Merlin is gay. Arthur is gay. Ipso facto...they should date."
Gaius sighs but his voice sounds irritated. Those students must really be doing his head in. "There, right there. That's what I meant by poor boy! And please don't use 'ipso facto'. You are not a young man anymore." "What's the matter with them dating?"
"Because I'm not going to allow Arthur to be forced into this! What if he already has a partner? What if he's just gotten to terms with the fact that he's gay? Do you really want to start pushing strangers on him now?"
And there lies the brilliance of his plan. "That's why I thought of your nephew! He isn't a stranger. He's your nephew."
Gaius tuts. "He's a stranger to Arthur. And be honest, you only thought of Merlin because he's the only gay person you know.""That
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The Caveman's Guide To Romance 4/?pseudoauthor1January 9 2016, 17:00:06 UTC
It’s bright and early in the morning. Actually it’s rather dark. Cloudy and overcast, but still not early. He peers down at his watch, the hands pointing to eight o’clock and knocks at the door again. "Arthur!”
If he listens carefully he can hear muttered grumbling…and a thump.
Eventually the door opens. He frowns seeing his son in pyjama bottoms and blue tank top, wearily scratching his chin. "Father, what are you doing here? It’s early and Saturday,” Arthur says, pushing the door open and making a ‘get in, already’ gesture with his hand that’s half aborted since it sweeps up to his mouth to cover a yawn
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Arthur has been waiting to see his friend Merlin since he left to America to do his graduate degree. A few weeks before Merlin's due back in the UK his father tells him the news of their betrothal. Arthur's carefully guarded heart begins to unravel at the idea that Merlin was only ever being nice to him because he had to be. He resolves to make sure Merlin doesn't make the mistake of bowing to the King's wishes. All that matters to Arthur is that Merlin is happy. He can live with that.
For Tavern Tales Jan Theme: arrangements, betrothals, matchmakers
Disclaimer: Do not own BBC Merlin. No money made.
Part 1 of 5.
Gah I'm sorry, i missed December mainly because I'm still writing Penny for the nov theme but the latest chapter is very difficult and I needed something fresh. So. Pining Arthur!
ehehe. Er. Fresh? I always write Pining Arthur. LOL. I love him so much when he's pining. It's the absolute best.:)
Swipe right for DestinymerlinsdeheuneJanuary 13 2016, 22:15:24 UTC
Does a slightly magic app with a bunch of confusing questions and advertising about destiny count as a 'matchmaker' ;) Hope you like it.
Disclaimer: I have never used a dating app before. I have absolutely no clue how they work, or I might have added a story to go with it. (If anyone wants to write it, you are more than welcome)
RE: Swipe right for DestinyyesimafanJanuary 13 2016, 22:42:11 UTC
Like, those are so totally this pics those two would use! And I've never looked at a dating app either, but these look really impressive to me as mock-ups!! (Okay, slowly regaining power of speech!)
RE: Swipe right for DestinymerlinsdeheuneJanuary 13 2016, 22:56:25 UTC
haha, Thank you so much! I am glad you like it ♥ (I saw disturbing things googling tinder screenshots!)
Would be fun to imagine that Morgana made Arthur sign up and Arthur has to pretend that it wasn't because of her that he met Merlin, because she'd gloat so much. aaah all the ideas and I can't write them :/
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It rings a few times before there’s a low hum and then: "Hello?" Gaius sounds far away as if his phone is on speaker. "Hello? Is anyone there? Uther, you luddite, if you've pocket dialed me again-"
"Gaius!" Uther says quickly. "How are you?"
"I'm keeping well. I'm instructing medical students on the finer points of sewing stiches."
Uther hums as if he's interested - he's not.
A clatter sounds. Muttered cursing and murmurs filling the silence in his office. "No!” Gaius shouts. “Do you want to scar your poor patient? Stitching is not a race Harold.” Uther opens spider solitaire and begins to play knowing that he won’t have Gaius’ complete attention. A few moments later after more grumbling and muttered curses Gaius says, “Uther, can I help you with anything?"He should probably be working on the report. Damn it, Control-Z…ah, there we are, one down, five to go. "Merlin is gay ( ... )
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Trust Gaius to get the conversation back on track. "Apparently…I recited a list of women's names out loud,” Uther says in a rush. “I didn't even realise I was doing it until I overheard Arthur telling someone on the phone about it. That is beside the point. Merlin is gay. Arthur is gay. Ipso facto...they should date."
Gaius sighs but his voice sounds irritated. Those students must really be doing his head in. "There, right there. That's what I meant by poor boy! And please don't use 'ipso facto'. You are not a young man anymore."
"What's the matter with them dating?"
"Because I'm not going to allow Arthur to be forced into this! What if he already has a partner? What if he's just gotten to terms with the fact that he's gay? Do you really want to start pushing strangers on him now?"
And there lies the brilliance of his plan. "That's why I thought of your nephew! He isn't a stranger. He's your nephew."
Gaius tuts. "He's a stranger to Arthur. And be honest, you only thought of Merlin because he's the only gay person you know.""That ( ... )
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If he listens carefully he can hear muttered grumbling…and a thump.
Eventually the door opens. He frowns seeing his son in pyjama bottoms and blue tank top, wearily scratching his chin. "Father, what are you doing here? It’s early and Saturday,” Arthur says, pushing the door open and making a ‘get in, already’ gesture with his hand that’s half aborted since it sweeps up to his mouth to cover a yawn ( ... )
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Arthur has been waiting to see his friend Merlin since he left to America to do his graduate degree. A few weeks before Merlin's due back in the UK his father tells him the news of their betrothal. Arthur's carefully guarded heart begins to unravel at the idea that Merlin was only ever being nice to him because he had to be. He resolves to make sure Merlin doesn't make the mistake of bowing to the King's wishes. All that matters to Arthur is that Merlin is happy. He can live with that.
For Tavern Tales Jan Theme: arrangements, betrothals, matchmakers
Disclaimer: Do not own BBC Merlin. No money made.
Part 1 of 5.
Gah I'm sorry, i missed December mainly because I'm still writing Penny for the nov theme but the latest chapter is very difficult and I needed something fresh. So. Pining Arthur!
ehehe. Er. Fresh? I always write Pining Arthur. LOL. I love him so much when he's pining. It's the absolute best.:)
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Disclaimer: I have never used a dating app before. I have absolutely no clue how they work, or I might have added a story to go with it. (If anyone wants to write it, you are more than welcome)
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GAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH I'm speechless!!! <3 <3 <3
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Would be fun to imagine that Morgana made Arthur sign up and Arthur has to pretend that it wasn't because of her that he met Merlin, because she'd gloat so much. aaah all the ideas and I can't write them :/
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