The ride had been long and hot and they were both more than ready to make camp on the bank of the river. Merlin pulled off his boots and shirt, waded into the cool water and sighed with relief. A moment later, Arthur joined him, pressing close behind him.

"I expected Leon to be here by now," he said, kissing Merlin's shoulder. "Although, as he is not...."

Merlin smiled and pressed back against Arthur's chest. "How long do you think we have?"

Please to be noting that Leon has, in fact, arrived and is spying on the boys from the far side of the river!

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