***Just after the meeting***
"Ah, Mordred, a word."
"Of course sire. And might I congratulate you on your happy announcement. Camelot certainly wasn't expecting one so soon."
"Thank you. Neither was Merlin. Now, come here," Arthur led Mordred to a map, pinned to the table with four daggers. "This is a map of Camelot and the surrounding kingdoms. Mordred, I want you to lead a team of knights throughout these areas and spread the news of my marriage. What do you say?"
"My Lord, I would be honoured...but the Lady Amber..."
"You don't want to leave her for so long." Arthur said. Mordred nodded.
"Talk to her. I can provide you with more men; you could cover the ground more quickly then."
"Thank you. I'm sure she'll understand, I just don't want to presume."
"She's lucky to have you Mordred."
"Not as lucky as I am to have her," he smiled. "If that's all sire, the Lady Amber waits for me..."
"Of course. If you can't leave her, I understand."
Mordred nodded solemnly and tried not to run whilst he was still in sight of the king.
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A Land of Myth and Magic
FanfictionA Merthur AU where Gwen died during the events of "With All My Heart". A Christmas present to one of my best friends and an amazing FF writer. Gwainaval: The Beginning runs along the same story line, as does Team Mordred.
