this story is FANTASTIC. i just finished it and i can't believe something with this much angst and pain and injustice also gives me so many warm and fuzzy feelings. i love the characterization AND the plot - which is an incredible combination. awkward, sweet but BAMF merlin is immensely lovable and devastatingly honorable, prattish but forgiving arthur is wonderful. this is such a satisfying fic! it is the thanksgiving meal of fanfiction. thanks so much for taking the time to record such a long fic. it must have been a lot of work but you have a lovely voice and i love the extra zing you give everything you read. you are awesome. thanks!