aftercamlann FIC: Just to Lose Control (Arthur/Merlin, NC-17)

[gracerene]

I haven't talked about it too much here, but I signed up this year for the Merlin aftercamlann big bang. I've had this Arthur/Merlin Modern AU fic idea in my head since last year, but it's not my primary fandom and I wasn't sure I'd ever actually finish it. But that's one of the reasons I love fests, because they give you deadlines and motivation! :D

This is the longest non-HP fic I've written, and I had a lot of fun playing with two very different characters. I've also been wanting to write a BDSM fic that goes beyond just some light D/s, and overall I'm really pleased with out it came out. Especially because I just *barely* squeaked in over the word count minimum... :D

I also got the most AMAZING artist, karovie! This was the first time anybody's ever created art based on something I've written, and it was a beyond cool experience. I totally lucked out, and it was great working with her. :D

Title: Just to Lose Control
Author: gracerene
Artist: karovie
Pairings/characters: Arthur/Merlin, non-explicit mentions of Merlin/Morgana, past Merlin/Will, background Gwen/Lance
Rating: NC-17
Word Count: ~25,000
Warnings: Modern AU, Non Magical AU, BDSM, D/s, Dom!arthur, sub!merlin, spanking, rimming, anal fingering, anal sex, blindfolds, light bondage, blow jobs, face-fucking, frottage, flogging, butt plugs, bottom!merlin, light praise!kink, past character death
Summary: Merlin may need to submit every once in awhile, but that doesn't mean he wants a relationship, and he certainly doesn't want to fall in love. Of course, he wasn't counting on Arthur.
Author's notes: I have been wanting to write a Merlin fic for a long time, and I'm so happy aftercamlann gave me the push I needed to follow through! Thanks to my beta lauren3210 for looking this fic over for me and providing me with wonderful feedback! And a million thanks to the lovely karovie for claiming my fic and creating some seriously amazing art to go with it. <3

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Comments

[nia_kantorka]

Gosh, I'm eager to read it. AU and BDSM? That's like Christmas came early this year, isn't it? It's already late, but yeah, I'll try to read it asap. :D

[gracerene]

Aww, I hope you enjoy, lovely! :D

No huge rush though; don't forget to sleep! <3

[nia_kantorka]

There was this mosquito in our apartment whose bites really stung and woke me up early the second night in a row.

While I was waiting for it to appear again, I read you fic. It had a very tender atmosphere for a BDSM story and I loved it. :D

In the end I even got the little beast who was full to the brim with blood.

So, I might be a bit sleep deprived but had a succesful morning. :)))

[gracerene]

Oh no! Super annoying, but I'm glad you got it!

And thanks so much, lovely! Super glad you enjoyed. :D

[kitty_fic]

I AM SO VERY EXCITED TO READ THIS! Definitely sounds like its the kind of thing I can get behind!

So glad you were able to participate in the ACBB!

<3

[gracerene]

Thank you so much, hon! I'm super glad I was able to participate as well!

I hope you enjoy!

[capitu]

I'm so excited about this, Grace! I'm definitely going to read it. :)

[gracerene]

Aww, really?? You're too sweet! I hope you enjoy if you decide to give it a go. :D

[http://users.livejournal.com/_melodic_/]

Damn you!! Adding more and more to my "to read" list. But this does sound like something I *need* to read.

[gracerene]

Aww! Well, I do hope you find the time to read this and that you enjoy if you do! <3