A/N: This is basically a random Arthur/Gwen oneshot I was inspired to write. I'm not really sure where the idea came from, but I'm quite pleased with the outcome. It's based on the scene when Arthur and Gwen kiss in episode 2, series 2 - The Once and Future Queen. Enjoy!

Disclaimer: I don't own Merlin, and I make no profit from this.

Like First Snow on the Turrets

Cold, so cold, is the morning around them, as her hands slip from his grasp, and she lowers her eyes.

Those eyes, wonderfully gentle and yet full of passion, hide away from his gaze. As her warmth drains from his world, bringing him back to icy reality, spite returns to his blue eyes.

He places his hand on her shoulder. She turns, the ebony ringlets trembling, and he lifts her face to his. Their eyes lock, and their lips meet softly.

A tear slips down her face as she kisses the golden prince of Camelot.

Their hearts entwine, and the serenity of the moment settles upon them, like first snow on the castle turrets.

A second of eternity later, as she fades away, his heart crumbles. The darkness gathers about him and the shadows pity him, for he knows it cannot be, and never will be.

Or so he thinks! Review? I always appreciate constructive criticism!