Merlin fic: Speculation

Title: Speculation

Summary: Arthur wonders about Merlin’s true nature
Warnings/Spoilers: N/A though the subtext is text
Characters: Arthur, Merlin

Word Count: 100
 for the  merlin100  prompt #8 'suspicion'
Disclaimer:  Merlin belongs to the BBC. Not for profit.

 

Arthur had his suspicions about Merlin, but to voice them aloud would be to condemn him.

Merlin was something forbidden, but Arthur had never allowed himself to let the thought become concrete, lest it show in his countenance, and make others wonder about the young man’s true nature.

It would be easier if he didn’t see that look in Merlin’s eyes, if he didn’t feel the energy that filled the room whenever his servant entered. 

Worse was the gentle smile that made Arthur worry that Merlin knew all about his musings.

For now, they’d both keep their speculations to themselves.