Chapter 1

I watched as the last few words of the hour flashed across my screen. Merlin, I read, crossing my fingers in hope of just two more words to add onto the season three ending.

Will return.

I jumped off of my family's tiny tan leather couch and squealed in delight, Merlin would be back for another season! Oh, how I loved this show! The drama, the romance, the cast, the magic. Everything about the BBC series just screamed absolutely fantastic!

Yet, I froze as a new thought entered my mind.

How long would it take? Until the new season began?

Ever since I learned of the show, I had been following it with a close eye. Watching episode after episode, behind the scenes extras with Bradley and Colin, even the little sneak peaks most people don't bother with in between the dreary weeks wait till the next new adventure! Though, I had done this in what seemed like a short time, most of the seasons were well spaced, but I don't think I would be able to wait another year just for a new plot to begin!

Though, I didn't even know when that will be at this point. I guess that's what the internet is for!

I quickly leave the room, running upstairs in suit of my mac. When you are in doubt, google is the way to go.

I take a glance in my mirror which was straight across from my door, so it was spotted every time I walked in. I cringe at the state of my hair. It was a mess, as it was a weekend, stuck in a bun with strands of my natural blonde hair jutting out of it everywhere. My makeup was smudged, circling my hazel green eyes with a black aura.

I shake away my thoughts and pick up my hot pink laptop case from my day bed(Though I would prefer a dark green or purple). I unzip the foam material in the pursuit of the information I was looking for.

Merlin season 4 air date in the United States

I groan when I see the endless response I was really hoping to avoid. Merlin is expected to air with 10 new episodes in the year 2012.

How was I supposed to wait all that time? I didn't want to miss out on all of the action, the fantasy! What else was I supposed to do with my extra time after musical rehearsals, and singing in town concerts? I wish there was a way I could see the adventures Merlin and Arthur whenever I want!

I collapse on my bed in anguish when I feel a strange tingling. I frantically look around for the cause of the sensation when my eyes land on the sight of my hand. It was emitting light- like real light, but it was green and spreading. Before I know it my whole body glowed the strange color and I uttered words I could barely understand.

It almost reminded me of-

My world went black.

I felt nauseous as I was regaining consciousness. I let out a tiny moan as I attempt to sit up.

"Haley?"

I hear a strangers voice speak.

My eyes pop open and I'm met with a strange sight. I was in a place unknown to me, a room made of grey stone adorned with multiple wall ornaments all made up of the same color of gold. The bed I was currently occupying was a four poster queen sized beauty, with blue curtains. Now that I looked blue, gold and the grey of the walls were all I could see. I look to my right to find the person who called my name. A man with golden hair much like mine, who looked to be in his fifties, with kind blue eyes and a relieved expression on his face.

"Who are you? Where am I?" I demand of the man who sat next to the bed.

The mans eyes widened in shock, then looked to be in pain.

"Do you not know me, daughter?" He stands and puts the palm of his hand on my forehead, "Did the monster hit you so hard that you have lost your memory?"

"What monster? I have no idea what you're talking about! Where am I?" I start to freak out just a bit.

"I fear that the creature has taken away your memory. You're in Astaria, my dear. The neighboring kingdom to Camelot, in which your uncle Uther rules as I rule Astaria myself."

Uther? My eyes widen in astonishment. As I remember, my hands started glowing back at home. Right as I thought of Camelot! Could it be that I have brought myself... here? Back in time? To Camelot? I'm Arthur's cousin? Uther's niece?

"I am your daughter?" I ask once, testing the waters of my accusation.

"Yes, love, you are. You are Princess Haley Elaine Pendragon of Astaria, and I am King Alexander of Astaria, your father."

I clear my throat. "What has become of my mother?"

My 'father' looked pained and frozen to the spot.

"She has died. A long time ago. You see, my brother Uther had wanted a child with his wife Ygraine. This he asked of his court sorceress of the time, Nimueh. She was an evil woman. She had known that in order for Uther's child to be born, lives would have to be taken. Yet, she granted this wish of an heir onto my sibling. However, Arthur, who is your cousin, was apparently worth two lives rather than one to the old religion."

I nod in acceptance. That seemed like a plausible excuse as to why I am suddenly in the world of the Merlin television show.

King Alexander sighed. "Well, I shall leave you be. Maybe if you rest for a while some of your memory shall come back to you, daughter."

He leaves the room quickly. Obviously having some kingly business to attend to.

As he leaves, I stand. I was awestruck by my surroundings. How did I get here? Was it really from... magic? Was it I who did it? Or is this just some very realistic dream...?

"Princess Haley! I am so glad to see you better!"

That voice sounds familiar...

"Huh?" I turn around to face Guinevere, Gwen for short, one of my absolute favorite characters from the show.

"Oh!" She blushes, "I forgot, you don't know me anymore, milady. I'm your servant, Guinevere- but you usually call me Gwen. I was transferred here after my old provider turned out to be a sorceress, and not a good one at that!"

I bask over this new information. That explains why she was here! This must be after the episode I watched, after Uther and Arthur found out Morgana was evil! That, and Arthur probably went all protective on Gwen and sent her here in case Morgana was to come back.

"Gwen? I think I'm going to like your company very much." I smile and can't help but give her a hug. Gwen looks a bit taken aback, but hugs me in return.

"Um, milady, would you like to get out of your night clothes and into a dress? You are to visit Camelot today, for a banquet with King Uther, and Arthur. Celebrating Arthur's becoming King in a few short weeks." I notice a happy gleam in her eyes as she says this.

"Excited to see Arthur, huh?"

She blushes. "Milady, I thought you lost your memory?"

My eyes widen as I realize my mistake.

"Oh, yes. I did. That just flew out of my mouth, actually. Old memories speaking, I suppose. Nothing to match it up with though!" I start to relax when I see Guinevere nod in acceptance, "So, you fancy my cousin?" I found it strange to call Arthur my cousin.

"Well, there is no denying it now that I've practically admitted the fact." Gwen makes a face at the floor.

"Well then. We should get going!" I smile, triumphantly. Even if this was a dream, I was going to make the most of it, and see Camelot!