XXXX King Arthur let out a long laugh. "You want to bring this young boy to supper tonight, Percival? Sure, why not? But if he goes to his mother and tells her all about the foul language and bawdy jokes, that's on your head, not mine." "Yes, sire, of course. And thank you." Relieved by Arthur's decision, Percival made his way back to his chamber to change clothes. Idele had already agreed to allow Rion to come to supper tonight, and Percival was glad it was to be a real supper, not a half-meal in Percival's chamber. After washing up and changing into a fresh tunic and his knights' cloak, Percival waited for Fleur to visit. They saw each other every day, he and Fleur, and their connection had grown stronger, as had their friendship. And Percival's love for Fleur had deepened, too. They knew so much about one another now, after all their long walks and leisurely meals together. Though they had shared no more passionate kisses like that one …show more content…
However, this was not the time to become choked up. This was Rion's birthday celebration and a time to be merry. Percival would tuck away the memories of Lancelot for another day. Meanwhile, Gwaine tore a round of brown bread in half and tossed a chunk at Elyan, who sat across the table. "Dear Elyan! How were your journeys? And how about the women? Did you fornicate with –" Percival clapped his hands over Rion's ears. "Gwaine, stop it," growled Percival. "Rion does not need to hear this." "I meant, ah, did you… hug many women during your travels? Yes," said Gwaine with a smirk, "that's what I meant!" "Gwaine," replied Elyan, "I didn't have time for all that. I had actual work to do." "I have work, too, but I fit in plenty of time for forni– hugging." "And you want to tell us how many times you hugged last night, don't you?" said Elyan. Gwaine took a gulp from his flagon. "I hugged