(Historical Fiction / Adventure) Treachery and intrigue, adventure, action and romance are at the fore in this tale set around the legends of Arthur and Merlin. The court of King Arthur is under threat from Hengist's Saxons who, lured by the promise of gold and land, surge out from the Saxon Shore to wreak havoc in the peaceful lands beyond. The Knights of the Round Table and their allies sally forth to defend the fragile peace. Will traitors bring down Camelot and the Kingship of Arthur? Can Merlin find the legendary hoard of the Dragon? Merlin's Gold awaits, for those who are brave or foolish enough to seek it out...

Keira, a girl growing up in the Redmont fief, has always longed to be a Ranger's Apprentice. When she overhears a rumor that the local Ranger is in need of an Apprentice, Keira tells the Baron what she wants. After a long struggle, the Ranger steps in and decides to accept her, more out of pity than want or need . Gradually, however, the pair grow closer and can tolerate each other's company. This story will take them on many adventures together, so strap in or pull up a chair, get comfortable, turn on some music and prepare to go on the journey of your life. ((Original idea and RA characters belong to John Flannagan, author of the Ranger's Apprentice Series. I own Fury, Keira, Silean, and a few others.)) ________________________________________________________________ Almost 6 years after this Fan-Fiction began, I have decided to rewrite it, more for personal reasons than anything else. Since my life is significantly more busy than it used to be (becoming an adult will do that to you), it is going to take a very, very long time for me to re-write this. However, I am still going to try and re-write it. :) ________________________________________________________________ Sequel: http://www.wattpad.com/story/9836573-a-ranger%27s-apprentice-for-eternity-a-ranger%27s