Drabble: No witch's familiar, definitely not!

Author: gilli_ann
Title: No witch's familiar, definitely not!
Rating: G
Pairing/s: Arthur/Merlin
Character/s: Arthur, Merlin
Summary: Merlin is himself, no matter what shape he comes in
Warnings: None
Word Count: 100
Prompt: 336 Black Cat
Author's Notes: Here, have something sweet rather than spooky!



There's a black cat lounging on the bed when Arthur walks into his chambers. It regards him with alien, yellow eyes, and utters a soft miaow.

"Merlin!" Arthur shouts, annoyed. He drops his sword-belt. "Attend me!"

Stalking lazily across the crimson bedspread, the cat jumps down, out of sight. One moment later, Merlin stands by the bed, tousled and grinning. "You called, Sire?"

Arthur grimaces. "Shapeshifting again, Merlin? Black cats are witches' familiars. People might fear your're Morgana's demonic pet."

Merlin pads closer. "No matter. As long as you know I'm all yours," he purrs, leaning in for a kiss.