[ That's not fair. It's so rude, Merlin; it's the end of the world and soon we might all be sent home and she doesn't even have Gwen here to tell her about this and - ]
Merlin, simply be safe. Tomorrow - at home. Whatever comes, just be safe.
I'll do my best. [That's the only thing he can give her, because she of all people should know how reckless he can be if the situation calls for it. If risking his own safety means saving one of his friends, he's not going to hesitate.] If anything happens--while we're fighting--look after the others.
[Merlin's hands hold onto hers for a moment longer, then he lets go with a soft sigh. He's already said what he wanted to, and it'd be unfair to push for any more at this point.]
And we have. Most of the city is washed with color and its people see each other as one. This will pass, too.
[ and then they will each be sent away. She thinks that she should have said more goodbyes. But goodbyes are an upsetting matter and she doesn't wish to sadden anyone before a battle. ]
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Merlin, simply be safe. Tomorrow - at home. Whatever comes, just be safe.
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[Merlin's hands hold onto hers for a moment longer, then he lets go with a soft sigh. He's already said what he wanted to, and it'd be unfair to push for any more at this point.]
We should probably head back.
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You do need to finally learn how to stay out of trouble, Merlin.
[ but it'll do well for both Arthur and her to learn that, too. Speaking of getting in trouble, she shrugs with a small smile. ]
And since when do we ever do things we should do? I would see Heimdall district again if I must leave.
[ come along, Merlin, catch up with her. ]
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Anywhere else you wanted to go before dawn?
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[ a beat. ]
I do hope it won't fall.
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[He shakes his head.]
It's not so horrible if they brought us all together. We have to believe we've done enough to win the war or we'll be in trouble.
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[ and then they will each be sent away. She thinks that she should have said more goodbyes. But goodbyes are an upsetting matter and she doesn't wish to sadden anyone before a battle. ]