Never. [The moment gone now, Merlin lets himself settle back into the light teasing, falling into step at Morgana's side.]

Anywhere else you wanted to go before dawn?

The park, maybe. I always enjoyed the place. Perhaps the city is not as horrid as I thought it to be at times.

[ a beat. ]

I do hope it won't fall.

We can pass through the park on the way back.

[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.

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. ]