Merlin_4x09 · Safe & Easy

The next morning, Arthur was banished to a life of sorrow, riding toward the borders of his kingdom. He looked at his hand, still feeling the coldness of the bracelet. But in the saddlebag, hidden beneath his armor, he found a small, white flower—a Valeriane , the flower he had once given to Gwen.

Focuses on Merlin's need to protect Arthur, a key theme in the series. g., Arthur's confrontation with Morgana)? Merlin_4x09

Explores Arthur's devastation and his internal battle to forgive, as discussed in zahrawithaz's review . The next morning, Arthur was banished to a

Merlin stood in the shadows, his eyes burning with tears, knowing he could have broken the curse sooner if he had trusted his magic over fear 05:14. Focuses on Merlin's need to protect Arthur, a

"She was not herself, Arthur," Merlin whispered, stepping forward.

focusing on Guinevere's perspective?

Arthur looked at his manservant, his face pale and cold. "You saw them, Merlin. You saw her eyes."