Merlin x Reader One Shots

Gwaine x Pendragon!Reader

3rd Person POV:

The men roared with laughter around the table, the knights of Camelot were feasting. With good reason too, they'd just had another successful quest and we're finally safe at home. Sir Percival, Sir Gwaine, Sir Lancelot, Sir Leon, Sir Elyan, Sir Arthur, and Sir Galahad. Galahad had a sour look donning his face. While the mission itself had been successful, the others had almost figured out his secret. For Sir Galahad was not a sir at all, he was the lost princess of Camelot, Y/N Pendragon.

Now, many questions many have entered your mind by now. But, let us start at the beginning of this story: how Y/N became 'lost'.

~Flashback~

"But, father!" 14 Year Old Y/N yelled at Uther

"But, nothing, Y/N! You are not fighting! You are too important to the welfare of this kingdom!" Uther shouted in response

Y/N stormed from the throne room, headed to her room. As she left, she was tailed by her twin brother Arthur.

"He's right, you know!" Arthur called as he jogged to keep up

"Of course he is, Arthur. You always think he's right." Y/N replied entering her room and slamming the door in his face before locking it

She went to her cupboard and dressed in her chain mail and steel plaits. Y/N would rather die for Camelot than watch others do it for her. So, she lowered a rope ladder that she had kept in a trunk for occasions such as this and climbed down. Placing her helmet on her head she ran to a horse and headed for the battlefield.

Once there she fought bravely, small cuts were everywhere on her body. But, no major damage was sustained. She rode back to Camelot, where she heard warning bells. As she rode up to the gate she was stopped.

"What is it?" Y/N asked

"Princess, your father has ordered your arrest upon arrival back into Camelot." A guard spoke

Y/N swung down from her horse and held up her wrists.

"Get on with it then, and take good care of her for me please." Y/N said, referring to her horse

They dragged her to the castle, more like walked civilly. Though people in the streets still stared, seeing as their princess was in chains and being walked toward the castle.

Once they arrived, Arthur joined the small party that headed toward the throne room. Once the doors were open she was met with a furious Uther and an exasperated Morgana.

"You directly disobeyed me!"Uther shouted, motioning for the guards to leave

"I did what I believed to be right!" Y/N shouted in return

Uther went silent. He paced around then looked at her.

"Y/N Pendragon, I hereby banish you from the land of Camelot for the duration of five years and disinherit you." Uther said

"Father, no!" Y/N yelled

"Arthur will one day make a great king, you will not be a great addition to his court."

She pulled out of the throne room kicking and screaming, back to her chambers. She began roughly shoving everything she owned, mostly clothes, in a bag. After a few minutes, Arthur busted in rushing to her.

"He can't do that!" Arthur stated angrily

"He can, and he did." Y/N muttered

"I'll appeal to him." Arthur said

"No! Don't! Just leave it alone. He chose you to be his sole heir."Y/N said, "You'll be a great king someday, Arthur. I just won't be here to witness it for a while."

Arthur nodded and pulled her into a hug. She pulled the drawstring of her bag and set off. She hopped on her horse and rode off. Out of Camelot.

~End of Flashback~
Many of the knights had noticed Galahad's sour mood. Including Gwaine, Leon, Percival, and the honorary member Merlin.

They all took notice when Galahad got up from the table and left. Merlin made a mental note to check on him later.

Later that night, Galahad was sat on his bed. Head in his hands. Until, a knock sounded upon the door.

"Come in." 'He' shouted

The door opened to reveal the only person who knew his secret, Merlin.

"Merlin!"

"Hello, Y/N. How are you doing?" Merlin asked, "You seemed odd at dinner."

"I got hurt on my lower abdomen on this quest, so they almost found out." Galahad said, "I'm just tired, but, If I tell everyone Uther will find a way to get me banished again."

Merlin nodded, "I can't help you, I'm really sorry. But, get some rest, we ride off at dawn again tomorrow."

"Right, goodnight, Merlin."

~Time Skip~

After two days of riding hey arrived at a castle. They were sure to encounter enemies, though none of the group anticipated how many. They fought bravely, many taking wounds. However, none noticed the crossbowman in the sentries. None except Galahad.

The crossbowman aimed for Arthur, though Galahad shoved him away and took the shot. Being shot in the chest just below the clavicle. The men quickly finished the battle, rushing to their friend.

"Mer-lin,"Galahad gasped

The men moved to let Merlin closer to Galahad.

"We have to tell them, I won't last."

Merlin shook his head, "No, no, you'll be fine."

Galahad shook his head, "The picture is in my pocket. Please. Tell them."

"Tell is what?" Arthur demanded

Galahad nodded encouragement to Merlin. He sighed heavily and raggedy.

"Sir Galahad is not Galahad. He is not even a 'he'." Merlin said, soft tears rolling down his face, "This is Princess Y/N Pendragon."

The men stared at Merlin in disbelief.  Until, Merlin held a missing poster of the girl up to her face, showing the uncanny resemblance. Arthur dove at her and held her in his arms.

"No, no, no, no Y/N!" Arthur cried, "Someone has to take her back to Camelot, quickly, no stops, get her to Gaius."

Gwaine stood, "I will take her."

~Time Skip~

They reached Camelot quickly. Gwaine kisses her cheek as he handed her off to the guards who would take her to Gaius. He headed after them, eager to keep her safe. He burst into the room.

"Is she alright?" Gwaine demanded

"She will be fine, nothing major was hurt. She just lost a fair amount of blood and needs rest."Gaius replied, "You may stay with her if you'd like."

Gwaine nodded and sat at her bedside, recounting all of their trips. He had always had feelings for her even when she was 'Galahad'. Gwaine leaned down and kissed her softly before falling asleep in his chair.