Merlin lays his life on the line to save Arthur yet again, only this time there are witnesses, lots of them. Only Arthur prevents him going to the headman's axe straight away, but Arthur alone cannot save him. That is up to both of them. Pairing: Merlin/Arthur This is set some time after season 1 of BBC's Merlin. It was originally written for the Merlin Big Bang on Livejournal in 2009.

IF YOU READ THE DESCRIPTION IT MAY GIVE SOME STUFF AWAY. It's a one shot filled with a pained Arthur. Merlin is his only relief but will he be there in Arthur's greatest time of need? I do NOT own Merlin.

Just some merlin one-shots for you to enjoy. *I don't own BBC's Merlin*

Starting at the beginning of Season 4, Lancelot and Merlin manage to close the rift without a sacrifice. With Arthur curious about magic, Merlin finds himself revealing his talents to the most trusted of the knights and to the prince. Together they decide that they will bring magic back to Camelot when Arthur becomes king. Also, a funny Merlin meme in every chapter. For no reason, just cause I liked them. And I don't own Merlin, obviously. Just the story.

"Hey Arthur. It's me again. You probably think I'm stupid for this. Hell you probably don't even get to read these. It makes me feel better though." Hundred of years have gone by since Merlin served Arthur in Camelot. He never fully healed and never fully adjusted to present day society. That being said, Merlin finds comfort in writing letters to his friend Arthur in hopes of him returning.

Merlin has been having nightmares brought on by his traumatic past. Arthur and the rest of the Knights of Camelot notice that something is amiss and are determined to get to the bottom of it. But when an old enemy shows up and forces Merlin to relive his past and possibly reveal his secrets, what will become of him? What will become of Camelot?

A warm eyed stranger with dark curls and a mischievous grin captures the attention of a young warlock, Merlin.