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    Arthur has always had distant dreams of leaving Camelot. They were never more than a wistful fantasy, at least once he grew up.

    Finding out about Merlin’s magic changes everything though, and not only because Arthur would do more to keep Merlin safe than he cares to admit. What follows are secrets upon secrets, allowing the dreams to slip back in as all his father’s lies unravel around him. Slowly but surely, Camelot feels less like a home and more like a gilded cage, and Arthur isn’t so certain anymore whether he’s the right person to carry this legacy. If he even wants to.

    One final secret, one opportunity, and suddenly the dreams aren’t mere dreams anymore. Merlin wouldn’t be Merlin if he didn’t follow wherever Arthur goes, and as they try to outrun Uther’s manhunt for them, they have to learn to live a life that’s about more than duty, other’s expectations, and a destiny that has never once cared for them.

    Or: Arthur long since expected that one day, he might have to flee Camelot with Merlin. He just never thought that he would be the reason.

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    16 Sep 2021

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    What if Lorlen decided to trust his friend and to tell him that he knew about his use of black magic? What if the High Lord had taken Sonea from the very beginning as his novice?

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    28 Jul 2021

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    “It’s Draco," said Harry. "Er, Draco Malfoy."

    Ginny’s eyes went comically wide, while her parents, Sirius and Lupin only stared at Harry, without saying anything.

    Then Sirius broke into a laugh. “Oh, you had me there for a second,” he said, wiping a tear. He looked at Harry’s serious expression and his grin fell. “You are joking."

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    02 Apr 2021

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    Beginning with Draco's unexpected arrival at the Dursleys, Harry's summer after sixth year becomes filled with activity and many secrets. As his summer progresses, Harry generates several unexpected allies as he finds himself actively becoming the leader of the Light side. H/D post-HBP ~~Complete~~

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    01 Apr 2021

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    Emma Swan– orphan, vagrant, and possible secret princess– has been gifted with obedience. She has no choice but to follow any orders given to her, which is complicated enough before life throws in her long-lost parents, a power-hungry witch, and the evil queen she just happens to be in love with.

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    16 Jan 2021