Velvet and Flame
Pairing: Morgan Pendragon / Guinevere Setting: Castle Pendragon, during Arthur's early reign The throne room of Castle Pendragon was quieter under moonlight — quieter, and more dangerous. Guinevere moved like a shadow through its stone corridors, her cloak drawn tight. She should not be here. Not at night. Not alone. But Morgan had summoned her, and Morgan's summons were not easily ignored. She entered the high chamber — walls hung with violet tapestries, candles flickering with magic instead of flame. Morgan stood beside the window, her raven-dark hair loose, her gown the colour of blood and shadows. “You came,” she said without turning. “You said it was urgent.” “It is.” Guinevere approached cautiously, her heart beating like war drums in her chest. “I know what you’re doing,” she said softly. “You think you can unsettle the court with whispers and visions. Turn Arthur’s own allies against him. You won't succeed.” Morgan turned now, slowly, li...