The Dragons that Have Come 2
The Princess and the Queen: Rhaenyra and Alicent were with Queen Aemma doing more… ladies like stuff. Though they seemed to welcome your company. As you looked at the Queen's pregnant form, you could only think back to your mother… and all the children the Queen had lost.
You arrived at the ladies with them speaking about something. "Your Grace." You said the words with cool courtesy, but it seems the energy of the Queen was given all to the Princess and her friend.
"Lucien!" Rhaenyra said your name happily as she stood, and ran over to hug you, Alicent right behind to join you. Then for a moment, there was an awkward embrace, from the two girls of the court, and you were trying to figure out the right way to handle this situation.
Despite your ever-growing confidence, you still… rightfully, remain as quiet as your epitaph.
But the Queen saved you. "That is enough Rhaeynera, let him go." She seemed to laugh at the display of affection and confusion on your face, as you quietly maneuvered yourself to stand tall. "Lucien, I see you have grown since we last spoke. Your hair is longer." You noticed that your hair was indeed starting to get long, in a way you hated to wear it.
"Your Grace is kind, but I haven't got it cut in a few months. My duties require me not to be so leisurely in my pursuits." You said with a smile, trying your best to make yourself seem honorable and presentable.
"Yes, by killing people of the city that rose in revolt," Aemma replied with a curt nod. "You did well."
"The lads did well." You stated, not wish to take full credit. "I am more proud of my other pursuits with the Watch, I have heard that the Lord's of Westeros are paying significantly less in taxes this year because of my work?"
"King's Landing is a brilliant place that was perfect for trade, commerce, and living." The Queen said. "Though I lament my lack of funds to continue the work for the city, I am glad they are being used so brilliantly with a mind such as yours." She said, "If the City Watch wouldn't lose such a fine commander, Viserys would have made you Master of Coin."
You found yourself blushing. "I'm not brave enough for politics of that magnitude Your Grace." You relented. "I would refuse out of principle."
Alicent then spoke. "You would make a fine counselor to the King."
"I prefer making his city safe." You replied. You also preferred to kill people because trying your patience with this… madness and Otto Hightower.
Daemon hated him, and you hated the man on principle… because if Daemon hated someone it was for a damn good reason.
Rhaenyra then shook her head. "Tell me Lucien, is the city safe enough to walk at night?"
You tilted your head, thinking. "Not exactly. Street of Silk is safe, but I doubt you would particularly like that part of town." You responded which made both Girls blush. "Most places in the day are safe enough, but at night… if there isn't a festival or tourney, and extra men with swords walking around on the streets." You paused. "For you, I wouldn't go."
"For me?" She questioned.
"An untrained girl, with no weapon, no ally, no skills at defending herself?" You stated firmly and plainly. "You don't know the streets, Princess." You stated firmly. "You walk out onto the streets as you are, I give you less than a day."
"We'll see." She said confidently. But at those words, you brushed her aside with a huff.
"That's enough Rhaenyra," Aemma said. "There will be no more chafing of the Lord Commander, he knows best about the city and security. If he says it's not safe, it's not safe."
You nodded. "How are you, Your Grace?"
She groaned. "You are now the fiftieth person who asked me, and the fifth member of your family to do so. Your brothers are a pain, who ask far to many questions when I am around as if they never know how to act."
That was the triplets for you… They were always asking questions. "Sneaking out again to help mother?"
"I've never seen boys take such a great interest in the health of babies that weren't Maesters." She said with a laugh. "Strange things, and unbecoming of boys."
You nodded. "Well, mother has always instilled in us that life is precious and sacred. And that motherhood is something to cherish, for good and ill."
"She also says that Viserys needs to stop doing his duty before it kills me. We both know that we need an heir." She stated as she looked at the cup. "Boy."
"Yes?" You said, feeling slighted by her not using your name.
She realized you were angry. "When did you become so angry? When did you start to believe the world was against you?" Her question was mocking, and Alicent and Rhaenyra, understanding more than the queen, quickly realized she was asking a very dangerous question.
"When my family is threatened, I need to change to protect them." You stood up and bowed. "Your Grace."
And you walked away, fuming at the Queen's comment.
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The Tournament was underway, but it was delayed… By what?:
[]The Queen Entering Labor Early: The Queen was giving birth? Now?!
[]Daemon Arriving: Daemon brought his family with him on Dragon Back, and they crashed into the tourney and made a fantastic entrance.
[]Aegor Talking down a riot: Wait, how the hell did a riot form, where were the Lads?
[]A Mystery knight riding in: He has a strange shield, with a strange banner… And he goes by the name of Cole?
[]Nothing Happened: You couldn't join, but you were invited into the Royal Box. it seems that the Princess wanted to have another word with you. And Mushroom was very concerned.
AN: Enjoy.
