This story is epic! You kept the suspense the whole way through :) and kept the people in character really well. You have a brilliant piece of writing here!

An interesting and well-written story. Now I'm going to have a read of some of your others :)

Awww I liked it! I actually wish the real episode had gone like that. But Arthur's ignorance of Agravaine completely pissed me off in canon. I mean, how oblivious is he? Then again, he still hasn't noticed Merlin's magic...
Anyway, great fic from you once again!

Im sad its already done! I loved how you tied the ending back into canon. This was a good AU story. I love to read about alternative and missing scenes from this episode.

Dang it. I don't want it to end!

That was an absolutely fabulous story. And you even put George in there at the end! Perfect. I really liked the conversation between Arthur and Merlin. Very well done.

Thanks for posting!
Syd

I loved the ending! It was fantastic!

Tis a shame nothing happened to Agravaine but I didn't really expect much to anyway. That would change the entire rest of the season and we can't have that. :D But I feel bad for Arthur because since he did strongly suspect him of being the traitor even more then he did in the show, that kind of makes the betrayal even worse than it was, which is sad. :(

Aw! I loved how Arthur realized that Merlin was having nightmares! :D That was sweet.

"George?" Merlin repeated.

Arthur brightened. "You know him?"

"No."

Arthur's grin widened. "Excellent. Oh you are going to love him Merlin, the most efficient servant around."

Merlin scowled stubbornly but had a hint of a smile on his lips. "Doesn't sound like someone I would like."

"Please, you like everyone," Arthur scoffed.

:D

I freaking adored this whole scene with Arthur and Merlin, but especially enjoyed this exchange. It wasn't as... I don't know, mean, as it came across in the show.

The ending was amazing. Nothing you do is ever overdone and I love it. :D

Great story!

DragonflyonBreak

I thought the saying was 'If wishes were kisses'. But I could be wrong.

Man, I wish you WERE a writer for Merlin. Your stories are like the best things ever!

Oh whatever! This is so going in my favorites!

And it's very strange . . . Agravaine seemed almost nice for a little while there.

Yeah. PLEASE GO AND SOMEHOW PUNCH THOSE WRITERS IN THE FACE AND MAKE THEM DO WHAT YOU SAY. it would make things better. in every way. XD anyway, loved it!

Excellent ending! I wish Canon!Arthur had known so he could think something like that! That was a distinctly uncomfortable conversation there at the end, as usual whenever Arthur has to bring up feelings, but it did have to be done. *sigh* I adore Selfless!Merlin and Lecturing!Arthur.

Oh Agravaine... what a slime. Of course he manages to get out of it. But, you are right, it fits perfectly into canon. I love the bickering between Arthur and Merlin. It's so a thing that they would do and they would totally argue over something like that. Great job!

Oh man, this was great! Loved this more serious take on my favorite episode... keep up the awesome writing, as always! :)

Aww...I wanted some more... Good chapter and story, by the way. .

Loved the bromance!

Beautiful story.

I love the last paragraph. A lot.

""Is this where you tell me I've been a bad Merlin, going off on my poor, unguarded lonesome to do a knight's job?" and great line. Using "Merlin" like it's a thing is one of my favorites.

Ah, it's the end..."sniff" But it was a very nice ride. I loved the way you wrapped everything up so it neatly fell back in track with canon. I still want to slap Arthur a bit for being so damn trusting, but I guess, that's why we also love him so much...That and the way he fills his armour, if you know what I mean ;)
You did a wonderful job with this, and if you have anything else in the works, drop me a line. I'll be more than happy to get some free time especially for you.
You're very welcome!
Para