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In a land of myth
and a time of magic,

the destiny of a great kingdom rests
on the shoulders of a young boy.

His name, Merlin.

Oh, come on! We're going to be late!

Not if you get rid of that thing.

I want you to arrive like
the princess you are.

It's no fun in there.

Fun? Who said anything about fun?

It's certainly no fun chasing after you!

I tried, sir.

I'm sure you did, Grunhilda.

Go on, then.

-Perfect.
-Perfect for what?

Certainly not for walking in!

Elena.

Arthur. It is an exciting day.

The arrival of Lord Godwyn
is always a cause for celebration.

-And Princess Elena.
-Yes.

I hear she's something of a beauty.

-Really?
-Oh, yes.

Beautiful, charming, witty, strategic.

-Strategic?
-I have always thought so.

We have always thought so.
That is, Lord Godwyn and myself.

That is, he finds you strategic,
not Princess Elena.

-He finds me strategic?
-Oh, yes.

And beautiful?

-Father, what are you trying to say?
-Lord Godwyn is a serious ally.

The strength of such a match
cannot be underestimated.

Please tell me you mean
a jousting match?

I mean a love match.

-Love?
-Well, not love.

Love has nothing to do with it.
The other bit.

You know, a permanent union.

-Marriage?
-I knew you'd understand. Godwyn!

Oh, it's been too long.

Princess Elena, you are most welcome.

You've put them in the best
guest quarters?

Everything's arranged. Princess Elena
can't fail to be impressed.

And, Merlin, it would be good if
the bags arrived before they did.

What is it, Arthur? You seem troubled.

My father had some surprising
news for me.

He expects me to marry Princess Elena.

Marry?

Oh, don't worry, I'm not going to.

I wasn't worried.

No.

No, why would you be?

It's strange, isn't it?

Elena couldn't be more different
to Lord Godwyn.

No.

Perhaps she takes after her mother.

I never met her.
She died when Elena was born.

That can't have been easy.

Hmm.

Perhaps you've more in common
than you think.

Oh! Bad breath, for example.

-Excuse me?
-Appalling table manners.

-Uh, now, hang on a minute.
-A good sense of humour.

No. No, you're right.
You have nothing in common.

A word.

Alone.

I need to talk to you about Elena.

I realize that this is
a delicate situation.

There's nothing delicate about her.

Lord Godwyn, as you know,
is not only a very good friend of mine,

but a long-standing ally of Camelot.

I've nothing against Lord Godwyn.

I've nothing against Elena,
except marriage.

When we talk about your future, Arthur,

we're not just talking about
your personal happiness,

but the safety and security
of the whole of Camelot.

You may one day be a husband, but more
importantly you will one day be King.

But I have no feelings
for her, whatsoever.

Then I would encourage you to find some.

There, there, my sweetheart.

Soon all this will pass.

I sincerely hope you bring me good news.

The fathers are committed to the match.

We have waited many years
for this moment.

It's only a matter of time.

Your esteemed majesty,
you have been most patient.

-Your esteemed majesty...
-And the girl?

She has no idea that a fairy lives
inside her, just waiting to emerge.

But that cannot happen until her
marriage to Arthur is complete.

And it will be soon, I promise.

Then you will have what you most desire,

one of your own at the heart of Camelot!

A Sidhe for queen.

Here. Let me assist you.

Oh, please.
This is something I can actually do.

Slow down!

No chance!

That was very impressive.

I'm not easily impressed.

Well, neither am I.

And I wasn't!

Oh.

I've been riding since I was a child.

I don't get to do it
as much as I'd like.

Princesses don't.

Apparently my mother was
an excellent horsewoman.

I never met her.

I never met mine either.

I often wonder if I'm like her.

I hope I don't take
after my father entirely.

Oh, you don't!

I don't mean that in a bad way.

Uh, so the real reason
why you beat me here

is because I stopped to smell the roses.

Oh. Thank you!

It... It's beautiful.

Ah-choo!

Shall I set up here?

Merlin! What kept you?

Do not leave me again.

You were riding so fast, I thought
you were eager for some time alone.

Nobody likes a clever clogs, Merlin.

No.

Thank you. I had a lovely time.

Me too.

See you soon, I expect.

I hope so.

Oh, dear.

For once, Merlin, I completely agree.

It's a big occasion. The potential
joining of our two families.

Indeed, this union would cement

what has long been an unofficial
alliance between our kingdoms.

It would give me great pleasure.

I can assure you
my heart lies with yours.

As to their hearts, who can say?

No matter.

Affairs of state take precedence
over feelings.

Arthur knows that,
and I'm sure Elena does, too.

May I?

You've been avoiding my gaze.

No, no. My gaze isn't as sharp
as it used to be.

That's why I thought
I'd move a bit closer.

All the better to appreciate me, eh?

Are you having a good evening?

I intend to!

Oh, yeah. A very good evening indeed.

Oh, dear.

I seem to have drunk a little too much
of what is in that glass.

What is in that glass?

I think that went okay, don't you?

It'll be just fine, petal.

I mean, I suppose
it could have gone better.

I'm not the perfect princess, am I?

Poppycock!

And what does that mean anyway,
"perfect princess"?

Sounds perfectly boring.

You've got spirit, child.

If Arthur's got half a brain,
he'll recognise that.

And if he doesn't have a brain, well,
you can always marry him for his brawn!

I want to make this work,
for Father's sake.

I know how important it is to him.

And I respect his judgement.

Don't tell him I said that.

I wouldn't dream of it. And you'd
be best keep your doubts to yourself.

These are dangerous times. Marrying
a Pendragon will secure your future.

You're right.

Here, this will cheer you up.

Our little secret.

Mmm.

Mmm!

You're very special.

Mmm!

Believe me, I know.

I've seen some strange
tongues in my time.

Maybe she was suffering from an
infection? Was it discoloured?

Discoloured? Yes.

-Brown?
-Purple.

And long. Like...

This long.

That's not an infection.

No. It's magic.

Some sort of magical creature has
infiltrated Lord Godwyn's household.

The question is, why?

I don't know, but I have a feeling
we should probably find out.

-Can I help you?
-I...

Something you need, perhaps?

I wanted to enquire whether Princess
Elena would like a perfume concocting.

Essence of lavender, perhaps?

That is a very bad excuse.

Really?

You don't fool me for one minute.

You were looking for me.

-I was?
-I understand.

-It's all right.
-I think probably I should be going.

Elena won't be back for ages.

Why don't we make
sweet perfume together?

-Pixie dust?
-There's no mistaking it.

Grunhilda is a pixie.

It would explain a thing or two.

If pixies have one weakness,
it is for...

More distinguished gentlemen.

What are you trying to say?

Grunhilda has shown a certain
interest toward me.

She likes you?

Oh, that is disgusting!

Imagine...

Imagine if she kissed you! Urgh!

Merlin!

Pixies are the servants of the Sidhe.

To them, Elena could be very valuable.

I think Elena may be a changeling.

-A changeling?
-Inhabited by a fairy at birth.

It would explain the clumsiness.

And Elena has no idea
this thing's inside of her?

And when the time comes,
it will possess her entirely.

And you think that time is now?

The Sidhe live for more
than a thousand years.

They're patient people.

It may be that they have created
this changeling,

knowing that Lord Godwyn
and the house of Pendragon

would one day seek unity
through marriage.

That would give the Sidhe
something they want more than anything.

A Sidhe queen.

Father, there is a delicate matter
I wish to discuss with you.

Your proposal? Excellent!

You must make a fuss.
Women like that kind of thing.

-Isn't that right, Morgana?
-I've no idea!

I'm delighted to hear the news, though.

-I couldn't be more thrilled.
-She's a wonderful woman.

She'll make a wonderful wife.

No, she won't.

Not for me, anyway.

Father, I have tried to get
to know Elena,

but the truth is
I have no feelings for her.

I'm sure she's a wonderful person,

but I cannot marry someone I don't love.

You can, and you will.

You were right.

Poor girl, no wonder
she's got a wind problem!

You should see what she's got trapped
inside her. We have to tell the King.

Merlin, Lord Godwyn is one
of Uther's dearest friends.

Accusing him of having
a Sidhe for a daughter

and a pixie for a nurse is not something
that can be undertaken lightly.

But Uther wants Arthur to marry her.

Then we don't have much time.

We have to find a spell that will force
the fairy out of her.

I don't know anything about Sidhe magic.

Then it's time we learnt.

I wouldn't like to be in Arthur's shoes.

What do you mean?

Forced to marry someone
against his will.

I don't think he'll marry her
if he feels that way.

I know it's hard to believe,
but he may not have a choice.

Even if it isn't what he wants.

Even if his heart belongs to another.

Even if she feels the same way.

Gwen, we've known each other for
too long. I can see it in your eyes.

You like him, don't you?

No. Don't be silly.

And he likes you.

It can never come to anything.

I'd like to think it was possible,

but Arthur can't change
200 years of history,

-no matter how much he may want to.
-I know.

I think my brain is going to burst, or
my eyes just pop out of their sockets.

Well, don't make a mess over this one.

Why? Is it any more useful
than any of the others?

It's the last one we've looked at

and by the ancient law of Sod
it must provide the answer.

Go on.

There is this potion, created long ago
by the Witches of Meredor,

which, if I am right,
will force the fairy out of the girl.

Oh!

I've no idea how to make it.

I've no idea what a lot
of these ingredients are.

Guinevere.

I'm sorry, I know I shouldn't
just turn up like this.

Everyone's talking about
your marriage to Elena.

I know you said that it isn't
what you wanted,

but I also know that you can't always
have what you want.

I know that very well.

Is what I want really that insane?

Yes, Arthur.

From anyone's perspective, apart from
yours and mine, it's completely insane.

Then I'm happy being insane.

Surely it's better than being miserable.

I don't think she will
make you miserable.

-She has a good heart.
-As do you.

We both know it can't be.

And if I do it...

If I marry her, what will you do?

I will watch you grow into the King
that Camelot deserves.

It is as it should be.

Please tell me you've fixed the potion.
I have a very bad feeling about this.

The Witches of Meredor are the worst
recipe writers I've known.

-Gaius!
-I'm working on it.

But we need to find the stamen
of a dropwort flower.

They're rarer than a four-leaf clover.

I am honoured to be standing
before you today,

in the presence of our
dear friend Lord Godwyn.

And his wonderful daughter,

Elena.

The people of this kingdom
are very dear to me.

This place is my life.

I hope one day to continue
the good work of my father

and to make Camelot a place
of peace and happiness.

It is my sincerest hope that you,

Princess Elena, share these dreams.

And with this in mind,
I would like to ask you

to do me the honor
of being my wife.

-I got it!
-Grown in boggy and marshy terrain.

In the middle of boggy
and marshy terrain.

-Right in the middle.
-You did a good job.

This will sort things out.

Hopefully before tomorrow's wedding.

Will it hurt her? When the fairy leaves?

She'll feel like a new person.

She probably doesn't realise how
much trouble it's been causing her.

Oh, master, I am sorry,
but I think we may have a problem.

I may be wrong,
but you know how things are.

Out with it!

The serving boy, Merlin,
knows Elena is a changeling.

So? What can a serving boy do?

He is Arthur's serving boy.

I do not expect he will stay quiet
for long.

Do you know how long I have
waited for this moment?

Yes, sire, and I have been there
with you every second of the way.

You have been there because we
have chosen to keep you there.

If the changeling is discovered,

you will not be so useful any more.

No, sire.

As to this Merlin,

soon he will regret the day
I ever heard his name.

Let him learn who he's angered.

Let him feel the power
of the mighty Sidhe.

Please tell me that wasn't all of it?

I don't think I've ever been so happy.

I'm almost as excited
as if it was my wedding day.

In fact, given half a chance,
I'd definitely marry him myself.

-Maybe that's not such a bad idea.
-What?

I'm serious. I don't love him.

He doesn't understand me.

He certainly doesn't love me either.

He respects you.

Yes, and I him. But is that enough?

Well, yes, definitely.

I would say it was enough.

I mean, what is love, anyway?
Here today and gone tomorrow.

Respect, that's what lasts.

Ah, it's just nerves. Understandable,
but not to be listened to.

Silly girl. Oh, I don't know...

That's it?

Oh, thank goodness for that.

Well, there's one more thing.

How are we going to get Elena
to drink it with Grunhilda around?

I think I might know a way.

Well, hello there.

Hello, indeed.

I wonder, could you spare me a moment?

-But of course.
-Not here.

Alone.

The vaults beneath Camelot.

The vaults?

It's a very private place.

-I can't walk in these shoes.
-I have a wedding to prepare.

No one will disturb us.

There may not be another opportunity.

You surprise me, Gaius.

But, oh, what a lovely surprise.

I'll be right there.

You look very handsome.

Perfect bait.

Merlin, if this doesn't work,
if it seems she's overpowering me...

-I will just watch and wait.
-You will rescue me.

And if it does work,
let us never speak of it again.

Hello, my lover!

Oh! What a romantic place!

I've been dreaming of this moment.

-Me too.
-Longing for this time.

Longing.

At last,

we two will be as one.

You'll never know what you've missed.

I'll take your word for it.

Never speak of it, Merlin.
That's what we agreed.

Welcome, welcome.

You've got your staff?

When the Sidhe is released,
it might not be very happy.

Don't worry, I'll be ready for it.

You better be ready for me first!

I'll see how long I can hold her off.
You better be quick.

Grunhilda?

It's only me.

Where has she gone?

I'm getting married
in less than an hour.

-What was that?
-Uh, preparation for the wedding.

Everybody's very excited.
But you must be nervous.

I am a little flustered.

That is only to be expected,
and just as I thought.

I have brought you a
tonic to calm your nerves.

You are very kind.

I cannot believe this is actually
my wedding day.

Best to drink it all,
for the full effect.

-I really wish my mother was here.
-Try another sip.

I'm trying.

Elena, this is going to make you
feel a whole lot better.

Not to worry, my dear, I think you
must have fainted. Such excitement.

Fainted? I feel amazing.

I haven't felt this good in years.

Where is Grunhilda?

-We'll look into it.
-We'll look into it.

-I've brought you your ceremonial sword.
-Is that for me to fall on?

Hopefully not.

What's wrong?

You wouldn't understand, Merlin.

You have no idea what it's like
to have a destiny

you can't escape.

Destinies are troublesome things.

You feel trapped.

Like your whole life has been
planned out for you

and you've got no control over anything,

and sometimes you don't even know

if what destiny has decided
is really the best thing at all.

-How come you're so knowledgeable? Hmm?
-I read a book.

And what would this book tell you?
Should I marry her?

It's not really my place to say, sire.

I'm asking you, it's your job to answer.

If you really want to know
what I think...

I think you're mad.
I think you're all mad.

People should marry for love,
not convenience.

And if Uther thinks an unhappy king
makes for a stronger kingdom,

then he's wrong because you may be
destined to rule Camelot,

but you have a choice

as to how you do it.

What do you think?

Beautiful.

There's no other word for it.

Beautiful.

My lords,
ladies and gentlemen of Camelot.

We are gathered here today to celebrate,

by the ancient rite of hand-fasting,

the union of Arthur Pendragon
and Princess Elena of Gawant.

Is it your wish, Arthur,
to become one with this woman?

It is.

Is it your wish, Elena,
to become one with this man?

It is.

Do any say nay?

Then as we gather here today,
we are all witness to this rite...

Wait.

There is something you would like
to say, Arthur?

There's something I should
have said a long time ago.

Something from the heart
I dare not speak.

Elena, you are a wonderful woman,

a beautiful bride.

But I cannot deny my feelings.

You do not love me.

And I think if you are honest,

you do not love me either.

No.

Then we are both here out of duty.

Can you forgive me?

I agree with all you have said.

Thank you, Arthur.

-What did you think you were doing?
-The right thing, Father.

For who?

For Camelot, or for yourself?

The two things aren't entirely separate.

Until you put duty before your feelings,
you are clearly not ready to be king.

When I'm ready to be king,
I'll be a much better king

for the support and strength
of a woman I love.

I can't imagine what's
happened to Grunhilda.

No. I'm sure she'll turn up.

I hope so. It's most unlike her.

There's something different about her.

You're not changing your mind, are you?

Goodness. No.

I wish you well, Arthur Pendragon.

I hope one day we both
find the love we deserve.

In the meantime, if you ever want
to be beaten in a horse race,

you know where to find me.

He did the right thing, you know.
You mustn't punish him.

They were neither of them in love.

That's not the point.
That's not the way things are done.

Then maybe it's time things changed.

I think he has
the makings of a great king.

You should be proud of him.

So, I'm still a single man.

Indeed.

I don't think you deserved her,
actually. She's really very lovely.

Mmm.

Well, I had hoped to have forsaken
her for one equally as lovely.

Who knows, maybe even more so.

-I do not know of such a person.
-Me neither.

But I guess only time will tell.

Merlin.

-Elyan!
-Brother and sister reunited.

It warms the heart.

What would a man like Cenred
want with us?

You can bring me Arthur Pendragon.

Who did that to you?

There is nothing
he would not do for her.

And once he is dead?

You may take your place
on the throne of Camelot.