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Post by Guinevère on Jun 23, 2010 13:46:17 GMT -5
Guinevère was racing thought the city, as fast as she could with Merlin by her side. Nothing made since anymore and she was half afraid Merlin was wrong and when she did this, Arthur would turn her away! How had things gotten so messed up!?
It started with flowers and a wonderful note. She had found them in her home and they are brought such joy and hope to her that she almost could not stand! Then, as if to confirm her hopes, she had spoken to Arthur himself and he made it seem that everything was unfolding! Guinevère had been walking on air the whole day!
It was the next day that, today, that ruined everything. Arthur was not fighting a duel over Lady Vivian who he claimed to love and want to marry! The notes meant for her! The flowers for her! Guinevère had been angry and beyond hurt! Arthur had just been toying with her!? A servant?!
The Merlin gave her hope. A spell? Again?! Arthur was fighting poorly in a fight to the death and he would lose unless the spell was broken by a kiss from the 'one he loves'. Did Arthur love her? Was this a spell?
Guinevère saw Arthur's tent and hear Merlin so to stop and stand near the door. He would make sure no one entered. Guinevère hurried on in to come to a stop heart he door, taking in the sight of a losing Arthur. . . . . . who looked happy. She began to doubt what she was here for.
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 23, 2010 15:13:14 GMT -5
To say that Arthur Pendragon was delusional would be a massive understatement. He was completely lost . . . in love! Unbeknown to him, he had been enchanted with a powerful spell to make him fall madly in love with the Lady Vivienne. Though it was induced by magic, Arthur believed what he was feeling was absolutely real! It was so perfect! She was so perfect! It had also taken her longer than he liked for her to realize how much he loved for. A late night chicken dinner didn't work, the flowers didn't work, but climbing to her bed chambers to woo her in the middle of the night . . . now that worked perfectly! Unfortunately, her father, actually both their fathers, were there. Arthur did not care. He accepted the challenge happily, especially if it meant that he could be with his lady.
Unfortunately, things were not going too well, another fact that Arthur was completely oblivious to. So far, he had a broken rib, an almost dislocated shoulder, and a very sore chest . . . but the pain was numbed by his love for Vivienne. He believed he was winning. He believed that soon, he would be reunited with his love and every obstacle that stood in their way would vanish . . . forever! He was terribly excited for this! Which is what made him so eager to return to the arena to finish this once and for all.
When he heard someone walk in, he turned to see who it was. He had a few more minutes before he had to get back out there. "Ahh, Guinevère," he greeted. What was she doing here? The last time she saw him, she seemed rather upset . . . Arthur did not know why. Oh well! Today was a beautiful day! He could not stop smiling. He felt so happy, so in love! So overpowered by affection and devotion for Vivienne . . . that it made no sense to anyone else. "Have you come here to wish me luck? I really don't think I need it anymore!" Just a part of his delusion for had he been sane, he would have realized that he was about to walk towards his death the second he stepped out of the tent.
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Post by Guinevère on Jun 23, 2010 18:42:34 GMT -5
Did Arthur not know he was losing? Guinevère watched him for a moment trying to decided if Merlin had some truth to his words. Guinevère wondered if her heart was telling her the truth while her mind was the one wrong. Did she know how Arthur felt for her? Was that love? She knew he felt strongly for her but what if his feelings for the lady were real and she was only about to get hurt more?
"No, Arthur. I have -not- some to wish you luck." She said as she watched him, making up her mind. Arthur, -her Arthur- would not take a duel this lightly. Would know he was losing. And Her Arthur, would not act as if nothing was between them! He would not do that. He cared for her feelings eve if she was unsure how he felt for her self. Merlin was right! This was some sort of horrid spell.
In Fairy tales, the prince kissed the princess to wake her. This time, it would be the servant and and the prince!
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 23, 2010 18:49:55 GMT -5
She was not here to wish him luck?! That wasn't very nice. "Well thats awfully rude!" He said making a bit of a face. It really was just him and Vivienne . . . against the world! Oh what a true romantic story this would make. Two lovers, sacrificing everything for each other . . . defying their very families for the chance to be together; risk their lives for each other. Arthur's expression went back to a dorky smile. He would win this! He would win this for his love . . . he would prove to her and they were perfect for each other. That nothing could hold him back from being with her.
The thought of possibly killing her father did not even occur to him. In his mind, it was just Lady Vivienne. Vivienne. Vivienne. Such a beautiful name for an exquisite woman. Oh where had she been all his life?! It was a shame they could not have met sooner, for they wasted so many months, years even for their chance of true happiness together. For now, he ignored Gwen, continuing to prepare for going back out there.
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Post by Guinevère on Jun 23, 2010 19:09:57 GMT -5
Guinevère watched him give her that stupid, almost brainless smile and she knew what she had to do. "Then let me make amends," She didn't hesitate, nor pause. Merlin said it was a strong spell and only a kiss from the one Arthur truly loves would brake it. Guinevère started quickly for Arthur and sent up a quick prayer that Arthur did love her before all but attacking him in a kiss.
She tried to be quick, and knew if he wasn't so drugged on a spell he could have stopped her, and wrapped her arms around his neck so she could bring his face down to her's. She felt his stiffen (or maybe he had not, and she was the one stiff from fear) and feared he might reject her as she pressed her lips to his. Please, Arthur, let your feelings be true!
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 23, 2010 19:13:45 GMT -5
What happened next Arthur could have never predicted or expected. What was she doing?! She was kissing him! He was shocked. He just stood there, unsure what to do, or how to escape this! He wanted to be with his love! His dear love Vivienne . . . only Vivienne . . . wait . . . . Vivienne?! Her name slipped from her mind and he felt this odd heavy weight being lifted from him. It was as if, something inside him was changing, or that he was opening his eyes for the first time, even though at this moment, his eyes were closed.
He brought one hand to her cheek, deepening the kiss, and allowing himself to feel comfortable in this intimate embrace. He did not know why, or what was going on. All he knew was that he was kissing the woman that he loved, and that was all he needed to know to prolong this moment.
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Post by Guinevère on Jun 23, 2010 19:45:05 GMT -5
Guinevère felt the change in him and wondered if this meant Merlin had been right?! When the kiss ended would it be Arthur who looked back at her or this Prince in love with a Princess? She knew there was only one way to find out. Guinevère let the kiss go one for a few long precious moments before pulling very slightly away and looking up into his face.
She tried to read him, for he had said she read him well, but she was not sure what she saw there. Was he confused, angry, or worse still in love with another woman? Time seemed to freeze as she looked up into his face, and it felt like years when in truth it could have have been half seconds. She wanted to speak but the fear that Merlin had been wrong would not let her. What did one say to the high prince after assaulting him?
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 23, 2010 22:12:23 GMT -5
Arthur looked deep into Gwen's eyes. A soft expression on his face when she pulled away from their passionate moment. In this moment, he felt as if he could never love another woman. And yet, the stresses of their relationship -- and how it could never be -- seemed to vanish in this seemingly perfect moment. Nothing seemed to exist except for them an-- OUCH!
Suddenly Arthur had no choice but to break from her gaze as a pained expression replaced the soft one. He let one hand go from her as he clutched his side. He was in so much PAIN! He then looked back at her, completely confused. Where were they? What was going on? Why was he sore all over his body?! He hoped she had an explanation for his mind was drawing a complete blank. "What am I doing?!" he asked in between his sudden excruciating pain.
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Post by Guinevère on Jun 23, 2010 22:22:35 GMT -5
Guinevère felt hope! She had done it! Broken what ever spell someone had put over her prince, her love. ARTHUR LOVED HER! She put her hand on his cheek trying to comfort him as he seemed to be just now feeling the pain from fighting with the visiting king. She could only guess how much it hurt when moments ago he had felt nothing! "Your in a duel to the death." She told him worry sounding in her voice. "Your LOSING!"
She wondered how much he recalled. "You don't have much time to rest, but your about to go into round three. He has won the other two rounds rather easily." She knew she had to be quick. "Arthur, you well? You can withdrawal." She knew that would hurt his honor, but at lest he would live!
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 23, 2010 22:30:28 GMT -5
A duel to the DEATH?! HOW?! WHY?! What could possibly be the reason?! There were only glimpses of memories in his mind. Before he had been blinded by love and lust; now he was blinded by pain and confusion. He didn't want to go back out there! But worse would be to withdraw! That would not solve anything! "I cannot withdraw!" He said in a worried voice. Right now, he had no attempt to hide his concern . . . he was not focusing on maintaining composure. He was too confused by everything!
"Guinevère . . . I don't understand. Why? Who am I fighting? What is going on?" Who would challenge him like this . . . or was he the one who challenged them?! It was all so hazy. All so . . . was he here because of Lady Vivienne . . . wait . . . oh dear . . . what had he done?!
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Post by Guinevère on Jun 23, 2010 22:39:19 GMT -5
Guinevère wasn't going to spent the short time she had with him softening the blow. "You climbed into Lady Vivianne's chambers and professed your love. She felt the same and luckily--or unluckily, depending on how you need to look at it, her father--and yours--found you before you could act on that love. Her father challenged you to a duel to the death, and you agreed. He is winning, and all you do is stare at her, while he takes you apart slowly!"
"You must withdrawal! Your in pain and he dose not have a mark on him! He will kill you, and it will start a war between the two countries!" She knew the answer before she asked but she had to try to save him. She could not lose him now, not knowing how he felt. He might never say the words but here in this moment she had all the proof she needed. Guinevère thought Merlin was right, she had already known how he felt.
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 23, 2010 22:52:30 GMT -5
what . . . What . . . WHAT?! HE HAD DONE WHAT?! No no. That didn't sound like him at all. At this moment however, he could not think about his reputation. He could not think about how he looked to his father, to the visiting king, to anyone out there seeing him get destroyed. All he could think about, was how Gwen must have felt. All he wanted to do was say that none of it was real, that he never loved anyone as much as he loved her. But now was not the time . . . he did not want to rush it, because he had a lifetime of apologies, and so much to make up for.
He just looked at her, and looked at the entrance of the tent, and then back at her. "I can not withdraw from this duel. It goes against all codes of chivalry and knighthood. I can not let the people of Camelot see their Prince get special treatment, just because he is losing." Arthur tried to stand up straight. Even though it was SO PAINFUL! "I think I can focus a bit better now." He knew for certain he would not be distracted by the Lady Vivienne. "Guinevère, what ever happens . . . I want you to know that none of what I did or said to Lady Vivienne was real. I wish I could explain my self better." If he was going to die, he needed her to know that he loved her, and that what he felt for Vivienne was nothing. He lightly kissed the top of her head before picking up his sword, taking his helmet in his other hand, giving her once final glance, and then walking out of the tent, back on the arena.
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Post by Guinevère on Jun 23, 2010 23:00:47 GMT -5
"You don't need to explain, you just need to live!" She brushed some of his hair back from his face. "If your going to do this, then you must get out there." This time she would be in the stands, as before she had refused to watch. She had not been about to watch him fight for another woman but now he was fighting for his life. She picked up his helmet and handed it to him but before she let go of it she looked up at him. "This time, Arthur, I will wish you luck." She replied to his first comment to her when she entered the tent.
After a few moments, and making sure he was going to really do this, Guinevère rushed from the teat and to the stands. She made sure she was near the front so she could have a good view. She prayed Arthur would win, that his injures were not much and his skill was better. She did not want the king to die, but she did not want Arthur to die even more!
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 23, 2010 23:11:26 GMT -5
When Arthur stepped back into the arena, he had no idea what he was going to do. He saw the expressions on everyone's face. He saw how worried his father looked. He saw Vivienne's concern too -- something he wished he had not seen. His eyes continued to survey the crowd and they rested on Gwen. She was there! That was all the encouragement Arthur needed. He put on his helmet and proceeded.
The fight went on, each swing causing him pain but he was literally fighting for his life. He had nothing planned out. Not even with the king was on the ground, and the mercy of Arthur's blade. He could hear the gasps from the audience. He could see the fear and acceptance in the king's face as he lay there, defenseless. He had lost. Arthur had won. What was he to do?! He lifted his sword, and with great strength, struck the blade into . . . . the ground. Another gasp filled the audience and the air was tense. "This is no way to achieve peace!" he announced, and he offered his hand to the king to life him up. He was not going to kill him. He was not going to let a war break out because of him.
He walked hand in hand with the king, lifting it up so that everyone could see that they were both striving for peace, not war. The audience was applauding, and Arthur felt relieved. Well, with the exception of the pain he was still feeling. He looked at the crowd, once again his gaze resting on Gwen. She had saved his life. He had to make it up to her, for the way he treated her. He was going to visit her as soon as possible, for he needed to talk to her in private.
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Post by Guinevère on Jun 23, 2010 23:17:44 GMT -5
YES! YES! YES! Guinevère cheered from the side line as she watched him turn the battle around! it went from a duel to the death to a offering of peace! Arthur was amazing! Wonderful! This proved to her again that he would be the best king Camelot could hope for!! When he looked at her for the second time she wanted to jump up and run to him, and fling her arms around his neck. She knew she could not, but she wanted to very badly. She watched the king walk past her and noticed how he looked very relived. Sometimes she did had hope for Uther, like now.
Guinevère did not continue with the rest of the cheering crowd. She went to attend Morgana instead. She talked with her about how glad they were Arthur had not failed, and wither they had doubted in him has he had began to lose. Guinevère was very proud of him. After a few hours of working, she bid morgana good night and went to head home. She wished she could seek out Arthur, and let him know . . . . ---but she could not. Even if he loved her, she was still his servant, and he still her prince.
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 25, 2010 13:17:16 GMT -5
Arthur was so glad that he had not been the one to completely ruin the peace agreements between the five kingdoms. One act of stupidity could have started war! And Arthur would not have been able to carry that guilt . . . well, then again, apparently he could have. Since he had been so blinded with love . . . fake love. He owed absolutely everything to Guinevère. He needed to make this up to her somehow. It was why he was so impatient to get things going. He was saying goodbye to the king and . . . Vivian. Oh dear. The poor girl was still under this bizarre spell. He wondered how she would break out of it, but did not want to be around her long enough to find out. Had he really been that ridiculous too?!
Once they were all was gone, it was already getting late. He had to wait until everyone was in their chambers before he sneaked out to be able to see Guinevère privately. He picked a single rose, the most perfect one out of the entire selection, and took out a piece of paper. He started with her name . . . but then, realized something. Why should he have to write it in a note? He owed her an explanation, face to face. He was not going to take a coward's way out. He was dressed very casually, but since it was late, barley anyone was out on the street to recognize him. He knocked on the door of her house, and when there was no answer, he slowly opened it.
"Guinevère?" He called. Still, no answer. Her house was not big enough for her to be somewhere that she could not hear him. He set the rose on the table, on top of the note and turned to leave . . . no. He was going to wait for her. He stood on the side, away from the windows so that no one would see him lurking inside her home. He was not waiting too long until he heard her, and then saw her. Her back was to him, so he wanted to speak so that he did not startle her too much. He waited until she saw the rose and note.
"I thought I had better deliver it myself this time." He said, watching her carefully as he gave her a small smile. He was still embarrassed and felt horrible about everything that had happened.
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Post by Guinevère on Jun 27, 2010 14:54:07 GMT -5
Everyone was singing the Prince's praise today. Everywhere Guinevère went, she heard the people talk and the nobles gossip and the servants whisper. If one wanted to try to forget about the emotional drama of the past few days by not thinking of the man always on her mind then one would be disappointed. You could not escape his name for more then a few moments. Even Morgana had talked about it. Guinevère recalled the days when she had hoped Morgana would one day be Arthur's queen. It could still one day happen. Could Guinevère still serve her if Morgana was Arthur's queen? She tired to think of it, but then tried not to think of it.
Entering her home and then seeing the flower and the note, Guinevère felt surprised and a little hesitant. This was not he first note she had gotten. She walked over and picked it up and recognized her name. She could not read well but enough to know some words. When Arthur spoke from behind her she sat them both on the table and turned slowly to look at him. She smiled for a moment before starting to think again. Arthur had a way of robbing her of thought. She knew that this was just a taste of what was to come when there was no spell. When he found his princess. When he did, she would right back were she was this morning. She said nothing, not knowing what to say.
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 28, 2010 13:30:17 GMT -5
Arthur was trying to judge her reaction of him being here, and giving her a flower. He could not blame her for not being happy . . . after all, he had put her through so much, especially with the mix up of everything. He felt horrible. And he knew that just a single rose would not make up for his actions. For him playing around with her emotions, even though he would never intentionally do such a thing. He took a step forward, but not too close to her as he still did not know if she was still angry with him, or if she was far too upset to even allow him to stand so close to her.
"I wanted to apologize. For everything I put you through." An apology could not make up for it, but he had to try. He spoke it with pure sincerity, as he was under no spell now and only one woman held his heart. Even if it was more complicated, even if they only had hope for something happening between them, his feelings for her were genuine and in this moment, that was all he was focusing on.
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Post by Guinevère on Jun 28, 2010 22:22:46 GMT -5
"No, you have nothing to apologize for." She told him, and she meant it. Arthur had been under a spell and instead of seeing it, and trying to help him she had gone off and cried about his actions. She knew none of them were his own, and they both had Merlin to thank for keeping a clear head and saving Arthur. Merlin was a good friend to them both. "I too, have caused my fair share of hurt."
She was thinking of Lancelot when she said that. How her feelings for both men were hurting everyone. She knew how she felt about them, and knew the rules she had to obey. She loved Arthur with her whole heart but could not be with him while Uther was king. She loved Lancelot almost as much, and his honor would not let them be together because of his loyalty to Arthur. It was the most painful triangle. One that Guinevère knew was all of her own making. Her fault for hurting everyone.
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Post by Arthur Pendragon on Jun 29, 2010 12:31:08 GMT -5
"I do," he said, not wanting to be let off so easily for what he had done to her; whether it was deliberate or not. "I want you to know that, none of my feelings for Lady Vivian were . . . real." He regretted everything he had done with her. He had been updated by Merlin about the ridiculous things he did: gone to her chambers late at night with chicken, climbing up to her bed in the middle of the night and . . . well, that was where he wanted his thoughts to end. The whole thing had been one massive mistake. Arthur would just never understand who would do such a thing.
He then looked at her very intently. He wanted to say something to her, without saying it in so many words. How would she react? He had never used the word love before, even though he had felt it for some time now. His actions may have reflected it, but he had never said it . . . to anyone actually. "I have never loved another."
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