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“Merlin,” Arthur said, sliding close to Merlin under the covers.
“What?” Merlin asked, sleepily.
“I love you.” Arthur kissed the soft skin behind Merlin’s ear.
“I know, you prat, now let me sleep.”
“But, Merlin,” Arthur’s nose was cold as it slid down the line of Merlin’s neck. “I want you to know, I could not live without you.”
Merlin sighed and turned over. He kissed Arthur and then pulled the blonde into his arms.
“I know,” Merlin said.
“But I never tell you.”
Merlin smiled and ran his fingers through Arthur’s hair. “You tell me every time you’re drunk.”
The End