Merlin played with Duck's hair, threading his fingers through it, petting him. The wizard had so many questions, but he knew Duck would tell him when he was ready. He was content just to snuggle with the man he loved.
He didn't know what to think when Duck mentioned Beacon. "I'm sorry, babe. I know he could be a bit annoying, but he was still your companion." Beacon was Duck's Excalibur and that was something special.