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D ([personal profile] million_star) wrote2012-12-24 09:59 pm

Winter's Drift

Title: Winter's Drift
Author: [livejournal.com profile] millionstar
Pairing: Merlin/Arthur
Rating: PG-13
Warnings: Implied smut, bits of fluff. (I think we need it after today, though.)
Summary: Desires are expressed.
Feedback: Is always appreciated, but it's more important to me that you enjoy.
Disclaimer: The BBC own this version of Merlin and Arthur, not I. No offense intended, no profit is being made, and this is fiction.

Author's Note: This is my Christmas gift to my fellow Merlin friends here on LJ. Thank you for letting me into your lives these last few months and allowing this relative newbie to enjoy the squee with you - it means a lot to me. <3 The show may be ending but the fandom certainly won't be. Love to you all!

The tent is fragile, barely hanging together in the harsh wind of an Albion winter. Occasionally, random flakes of snow manage to worm their way into the private oasis that the two occupants had created for themselves, apart from the rest of the camp.

The two occupants aren't very mindful of this fact, and even if they were they wouldn't be too bothered by it.

"I can't imagine spending another winter's night without you in my arms," a sated and satisfied Arthur murmurs against Merlin's neck. He shakes his head, as though to affirm the fact to himself. "I can't. Not after that," he breathes, reaching between their bodies, where they remain joined as they attempt to recover from their session of indulgence. "My gods."

Still panting, Merlin raises his head, which up to that moment had been resting against one royal nipple. "You've never had a winter with me in your arms till this one."

"Indeed. I like it, a lot," Arthur grins.

"Whatever will you do with me come spring?" Merlin asks, his eyes sparkling with mischief. Slowly, he pulls out, Arthur wincing at the loss of contact until Merlin settles atop him once more.

"Anything you wish."

"Anything?"

Arthur nods, pulling Merlin up for a soft kiss or seven. "Anything. Tell me what you'd like."

"Ealdor," Merlin replies. "There's a meadow in Ealdor that overflows with lavender. It's so lush that you can lie down in it and disappear completely. I want to show it to you." One of Arthur's hands travels across Merlin's bare shoulder as he speaks, back and forth over the smooth, warm skin therein. Merlin sighs, arching his shoulder into the touch.

"Done," Arthur replies.

"But what of you?" Merlin asks, smoothing the sweat-soaked hair back from Arthur's brow. "What would you like?"

"Come spring?"

"No. Now.

(forever)

Right now," Merlin whispers, and he wonders if Arthur understands that he would do anything to fulfill the desire that is about to be given voice, no matter what it may be.

Arthur pulls the blanket further over their naked bodies and wraps his legs around Merlin's waist in a clear and total act of possession; it is something Merlin welcomes and revels in. Arthur murmurs the last words either of them will hear on this night, their lips meeting softly as he does.

"Hold me. I just want you to hold me, Merlin."

Merlin does.

Merlin holds Arthur on that cold, harsh winter's night, and for countless more to come. He holds him through all the battles and trials that fate chooses to throw their way. He holds him on good days and he holds him even harder on the bad ones.

When he holds Arthur in a veritable sea of lavender, he feels as though he's been given the most precious of gifts.

And, luckily, for Arthur Pendragon, Merlin never lets him go.

[identity profile] jelazakazone.livejournal.com 2012-12-25 03:02 am (UTC)(link)
Oh god. BB. This made me tear up. *fans self* Clearly I have no business reading fic, not even fluff, tonight. *runs off to sort pictures*

[identity profile] millionstar.livejournal.com 2012-12-25 03:24 am (UTC)(link)
No, no tears, this was supposed to elicit the opposite reaction! *smish* It's been a rough day for everyone.

[identity profile] jelazakazone.livejournal.com 2012-12-25 03:55 am (UTC)(link)
*sigh* I know. I think there is something wrong with me that I could read fluff and want to cry.

Oh, I have an awesome idea for a little green and black quilt, but I think it will have to wait until Jan. You think it can wait that long?

[identity profile] rocknvaughn.livejournal.com 2012-12-25 03:21 am (UTC)(link)
Very nice! Sigh. You worked that line in there, too, I see. :)

[identity profile] millionstar.livejournal.com 2012-12-25 03:29 am (UTC)(link)
I had to. It's criminal that we got that line at that point in Arthur's life. Criminal. Bah. :(

Thanks! I'm always in awe of your work so I am thrilled you liked this. <3

[identity profile] 47eleven.livejournal.com 2012-12-25 06:18 am (UTC)(link)
Beautiful!

[identity profile] millionstar.livejournal.com 2012-12-27 10:17 pm (UTC)(link)
Thanks so much!

[identity profile] shuralove.livejournal.com 2012-12-25 08:31 am (UTC)(link)
There is something magicaln the way you write these two.always tugs at my heart strings.

Beautiful, as always.

Those two beautiful boys ♥

[identity profile] millionstar.livejournal.com 2012-12-27 10:19 pm (UTC)(link)
I'm always thrilled that you enjoy it. Means a lot, thank you. <3

[identity profile] stargarnet.livejournal.com 2012-12-26 05:13 am (UTC)(link)
Enjoy doesn't quite cover it. *hugs tight*

[identity profile] millionstar.livejournal.com 2012-12-27 10:20 pm (UTC)(link)
I am pleased you liked it. <3 Thanks, darling. *smish*

[identity profile] bluebirdwine.livejournal.com 2012-12-27 07:47 am (UTC)(link)
This is one of the most beautiful things I've ever read. There is such a sense of calm and devotion hanging over every word. I adore it.

Still panting, Merlin raises his head, which up to that moment had been resting against one royal nipple.
Lovely little visual there. :D

[identity profile] millionstar.livejournal.com 2012-12-31 04:21 am (UTC)(link)
Thanks so much - it means a lot that you enjoyed it! <3

Hee, you know me, always a nipple mention. ;)

[identity profile] gwylliondream.livejournal.com 2012-12-27 09:01 pm (UTC)(link)
That was just lovely! Thanks so much!

[identity profile] millionstar.livejournal.com 2012-12-31 04:22 am (UTC)(link)
Thank you for reading - so happy you enjoyed it!

[identity profile] archaeologist-d.livejournal.com 2012-12-27 11:24 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, that was so sad and lovely. Loved the holding part. Well done.

[identity profile] millionstar.livejournal.com 2012-12-31 04:23 am (UTC)(link)
Thanks so much, I appreciate it - thanks for reading!

[identity profile] destina.livejournal.com 2012-12-28 02:27 am (UTC)(link)
Awww, this is lovely! A perfect balm for my bruised heart. Thank you.

[identity profile] otta-ff.livejournal.com 2012-12-28 02:43 am (UTC)(link)
So very lovely. Thank you!

[identity profile] owensheart.livejournal.com 2012-12-28 11:26 am (UTC)(link)
AWW so lovely/.

[identity profile] millionstar.livejournal.com 2012-12-31 04:25 am (UTC)(link)
Thanks!

[identity profile] dragonknuckles.livejournal.com 2013-02-10 10:14 pm (UTC)(link)
Short but sweet - this is so cute I literally just died. *thud*