Book 2, Chapter 11 Summary

Merlin has to explain to Uther where he has been. Uther doesn't believe it especially when he sees the bloody robe in the saddlebag. Uther seems to dislike Merlin. He grabs him and is stabbed by his brooch. When he looks closely, he realizes that Ambrosius has given Merlin the red dragon pin. He then stares at Merlin and his eyes widen with some sort of realization. He laughs and rides off.

Merlin goes home and cleans up with the help of Cadal. They talk about many things and Cadal lets it slip that Merlin is twice a prince. This is when Merlin realizes that Ambrosius is actually his father.

Book 2, Chapter 11 Analysis

The plot reaches a point where it has been steadily building when Merlin realizes who his real father is. It is Ambrosius. Both Merlin and Uther realize this...