It’s A Crime That We Never Saw Merlin Fix Arthur’s Crown Before Some Event. Just Brushing His Hair

it’s a crime that we never saw merlin fix arthur’s crown before some event. just brushing his hair softly and pushing it up, away from his eyes, gently fixing the crown until it’s on straight. arthur getting the chance to stare without the risk of getting caught. because merlin rarely gets too close and his eyes are catching the light and their blue is doing that dancing flame thing that arthur sometimes thinks he imagines. and merlin is totally oblivious busy with what he’s doing. the way their height difference would be noticeable because merlin would be trying to get the crown on just right from all sides. the accidental brush against arthur’s temple, smiling at arthur when he’s done. someone clearing their throat. arthur blinking realizing merlin’s hands were down from his head. what do you know you’re actually competent at something. he tries to sound teasing but it’s soft instead. merlin laughs anyway into the space they share. of course, can’t have someone mistake you for less than a King. arthur smiles appreciating the compliment behind the quip. they move apart at that because someone clears their throat again. arthur walks out slightly flushed but of course no one bats an eye. arthur has his crown on now doesn’t he.