[she listens intently, quiet as she allows him to fully express all that he desires. it's touching, really, to hear Merlin speak so highly of this 'other self' of hers with pure admiration and an unwavering fondness. and not just because he's the prince, but because of who he has shown himself to be through his actions and because of what he stands for.
once Merlin finally finishes- and adds in that last part about him most certainly not being infatuated, for good measure, she closes her eyes with an small smile, an amused hum vibrating in her throat.]
Thank you, Merlin...
[a pause, and then belatedly she adds:]
-for appeasing my curiosity and sharing your true thoughts with me.
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once Merlin finally finishes- and adds in that last part about him most certainly not being infatuated, for good measure, she closes her eyes with an small smile, an amused hum vibrating in her throat.]
Thank you, Merlin...
[a pause, and then belatedly she adds:]
-for appeasing my curiosity and sharing your true thoughts with me.