In 1999, as King Arthur II reaches his bedside, Prime Minister Merl Myrddin wakes from his coma and smiles at his younger friend. 'Today, I feel that you will pass beyond my teachings, Arthur,' Myrddin says to his king. 'But, before I leave you to fly with your own wings, I must tell you - there is a traitor in your house.' Arthur, who had been growing suspicious of Queen Gwen, merely nods and says, 'I know, old friend. Do not spend your strength on her; that matter will be taken care of.'