Emberwood Cucumber salad

By the time black and white fae had entered his kingdom, Merlin had lied down, closed his eyes and enjoyed a quiet moment with his thoughts. He jumped a little, when the girl addressed him, but he greeted her with an honest and interested smile and wagging tail. He leaned forward to have a whiff of her scent and then replied. "Hey! My name is Merlin," he introduced himself. "What are you doing here? Are you lost?" he asked, wondering, if the girl needed help. She did seem quite young.