...no. [At this point, Merlin draws his legs up onto the chair, tucking his chin over his knees.] I don't think I could just...leave it be. Let people get hurt if I could do anything to help.

But even knowing that...everything's just so convenient, you know? [The laugh that escapes him is dry and brittle.] I always thought there was something more to me having strong magic, always wanted there to be something that only I was destined for. I guess I got my wish.