that statement definitely takes athena by surprise, because while she's used to being protected, actually being told that that's what's going to happen is just different. it's not bad at all, though.
she feels her chest tingle not because she can't bear to hear those words, but because she can tell that merlin isn't lying. they're just three words, but they're more powerful than any magic possible.
then, she smiles. widget changes from light blue to a bright shade of green as she does. ]
Thank you, Merlin. [ not merl, this time around!! ] You're a true friend.
sweats nervously...............
that statement definitely takes athena by surprise, because while she's used to being protected, actually being told that that's what's going to happen is just different. it's not bad at all, though.
she feels her chest tingle not because she can't bear to hear those words, but because she can tell that merlin isn't lying. they're just three words, but they're more powerful than any magic possible.
then, she smiles. widget changes from light blue to a bright shade of green as she does. ]
Thank you, Merlin. [ not merl, this time around!! ] You're a true friend.