Game of Thrones: I Became a Crown Prince For a Day Chapter 381

 Chapter 381 Dorne Invasion!

Flat-topped tower, a special building in ancient Valyria.

 It is said that it is exclusively used by forty dragon king families, and the top blood wizards and fire warlocks are enshrined in the tower.

These blood wizards and fire warlocks study magic day and night, guide the expedition army, and teach the descendants of the Dragon King knowledge.

Rhaegar's heart was pounding and his voice slowed down: "Do you have similar drawings?"

Pingding a high tower seems simple, but its construction is extremely time-consuming and labor-intensive.

 Like the Hightower's tower in Oldtown, it is a majestic building that almost cannot be replicated by the craftsmen of Westeros.

Varys raised the corner of his mouth and said with deep meaning: "Essos has a long history, and a lot of knowledge is deliberately buried, and I happen to be good at discovering it."

Rhaegar thought for a moment after hearing the words, then smiled and agreed.

Both Westeros and Essos have left various legends over the years.

 Change represents danger and can easily overthrow rule.

Rhaegar is a gifted dreamwalker who has had all kinds of strange dreams.

Looking at the nine free trade city-states, except for a few inland city-states without ports, it is the coldest city-state in the north.

This castle hates slavery and does not need it.

 The city-state has an electoral system, and equal citizens have the right to vote.

　　The Iron Throne of Targaryen is enough to rule this city-state, but the placement and survival of slaves always threaten the rule of those in power.

Rhaegar thought about it and joked: "If it doesn't work out, I'll move part of the population back to Westeros and reclaim the ownerless wasteland."

 The land and jobs in the city-state were not enough to support so many "commoners". It was necessary to earn wealth through navigation and trade and make effective use of these "commoners".

 Hence, the system of slavery was born and applied on a large scale.

 Glancing at Johanna, she spoke sharply: "The governor's political structure is not perfect. The abolition of slavery requires a new system to replace it, otherwise there will be serious trouble."

Rhaegar broke the pyramids, pulled the rich off their pedestals, and crowded the slaves into the common people.

 The words were strange, and his eyes vaguely glanced at Rhaegar's face, which made people confused.

 Braavos has a unique industrial system, a powerful fleet that spans the four seas, and an "iron bank" that controls the lifeline of the world's economy.

 Only the small group of “rich people” at the top of the pyramid remain unchanged.

Rhaenyra and the unborn child were his life, and he could not coexist on the same continent with a dangerous guy like the Blood Witch.

However, Rhaegar has proposed two proposals for maritime trade and industrial development, so she can take the risk.

The port city-states headed by Pentos and Braavos are all very wealthy.

 Less than a quarter of an hour, Xiliu came to meet him.

Slaves do not need land, they can make a living as long as they have food to eat, and they are responsible for more than 80% of the work in the city-state.

Rhaegar was stunned for a moment, and then he regained his energy.

Before leaving, Wallis frowned slightly and hesitated: "Prince, I wish your heir can be born safely."

 Slave owners existed, slaves were oppressed, and most of them had a mouth to eat.

Over time, there are fewer and fewer civilians in these free trade city-states, and more and more slaves.

 He is a cautious person and hates threats around him.

Johanna lowered her eyes and couldn't help but fall into deep thought.

 The knowledge of blood witches covers many fields, and they may not be able to do medicine or divination.

 Slaves had no human rights and were not eligible to participate in elections.

 Varys knelt down on one knee and said humbly: "Thank you for your trust, Prince Rhaegar of Targaryen."

 The land of the city-state is no more than a small piece of land, and it cannot be divided up among each citizen.

 “Your question is very forward-looking and I will consider it seriously.”

 Furthermore, the death of slavery represented the birth of monarchy.

  She did not intend to completely abolish slavery, which was a great purge and change in Reese.

 People who are based on the land are paranoid and would rather bury things than share them.

Rhaegar looked at him and said bluntly: "I am considering building a pacification tower to be used for future political institutions. You have to get busy."

Rhaegar had no intention of eating anymore and ordered the elite of the Second Son Regiment guarding the door to go out and call for someone.

The remaining city-states, whether it is the Three Women's Kingdom, Volantis, or Pentos, which signed the "Abolition of Slavery" after the defeat, all need a lot of slave work.

Without the slave master, the slaves will lose the "food" they depend on for survival, and they will try to overthrow the "new master".

 The conversation ended, and Johanna and Varys left one after another.

 He knew clearly the harm and cruelty of the slavery system.

After laughing, Rhaegar said seriously: "I am willing to hire you, but for the time being you can only show your face in Lys and cannot set foot on the land of Westeros."

　　Johanna was startled for a moment and whispered: "I recruited a large number of slaves to join the team of building the city-state, and various professions will be needed in the future."

More than a dozen figures in black robes followed, walking on the floor without making a single sound.

"prince."

Xi Liu greeted them respectfully, raised his finger and pointed at the men in black robes, and introduced with a smile: "They are members of the shadows. How can I help you?"

Rhaegar glanced at it and said casually: "What's the news from Dragonstone?"

Hiliu was once the chief swordsman of Braavos. He was a water dancer who was proficient in the "water dance" sword technique and was very good at assassination.

Over the years, dozens of "shadows" have been trained at great cost and dispersed across various places to serve as intelligence spies.

Hearing the prince's inquiry, Xiliu told the truth: "Dragonstone Island is guarded by dragon guards. Her Highness the Princess is safe and sound. The fetus is very stable, but Miss Lanner's condition is average."

"That's good."

Rhaegar felt relieved and asked, "Is Aunt Rhaenys gone?"

"Yes, the people of Myr are causing trouble all the time and need Targaryen dragons to suppress it," Shiliu said.

Mir is different from Lys in that both civilians and slaves have been affected by the dragons, and have been provoked to rebel by those who are interested.

 After stabilizing Lys and conquering Tyrosh, we must start the political structure of Myr.

　　I have asked all the questions that need to be asked.

Rhaegar raised his forehead helplessly: "I always feel uneasy keeping an eye on Braavos and Dorne."

The enemy hides in the dark and remains motionless, even a giant dragon will respond.

Take time to go back to King's Landing and shock Xiaoxiao from all sides.

 The Land of Dorne.

Sunspear City, the family castle of House Martell and the political capital of Dorne.

 It is located north of the Green Blood River, located on the southeast coast of the Westeros continent, surrounded by sea on three sides.

The castle is built of brown soil and straw, with a triple curved wall surrounding the castle.

 The overall appearance is very impressive and it is a very beautiful city.

 In the center of the city, several tall towers stand side by side.

Tower of the Sun.

 A majestic appearance, a tall tower with golden vaults and leaded glass

Throne Hall, two tall carved spears and sun-patterned seats are placed side by side.

　　A figure sat on the seat of the carved spear and muttered to himself: "Lis has also fallen."

 The voice is magnetic and full of the vicissitudes of a middle-aged man.

 The figure sits up straight, showing his handsome appearance.

Long black hair is spread out, the muscles are strong under the brown skin, and the face has the unique exotic style of the Dornish people, as if it has been carved with a knife and an axe.

Wearing a tawny light dress with a low collar that exposes large chest muscles, she exudes strong masculine charm.

 It was the then Prince of Dorne—Keoren Martell.

Ke Olun sneered, leaned back in his chair, and said sarcastically: "Bambaro, this idiot, really thinks that taming a wild dragon can defeat the Iron Throne?"

 After more than a hundred years of development, Targaryen is at its peak.

There are six adult dragon masters alone, not counting Velaryon's pair of siblings.

As the Prince of Dorne, he is personally a restless adventurer.

The First Battle of the Stepstones failed, and he sneaked into King's Landing as a medicine merchant.

 Just at the entrance of the Dragon Cave, I caught a glimpse of the young crown prince from a distance.

A handsome young man who looks very young, but he is also kind to his subordinates.

 Lament the diversity of the gods.

It was such a half-grown boy who tamed the world's largest wild dragon-eating dragon at the age of 6. When the war went against him, he commandeered the dragon to attack Lys and burned down the entire city-state of the Three Women's Kingdom.

Three consecutive fires burned more than ten thousand people to death.

Keolen felt a chill in the back of his head just thinking about it, and he didn't want to provoke an "executioner with a dragon."

There were light footsteps outside the throne room, and a little girl with black curly hair ran in.

 “Father~”

The little girl has a smile like a flower, her brown skin is very delicate, and her eyebrows and eyes reveal a beauty that does not suit her age.

Ke Olun crumpled the letter paper as usual and responded with a smile: "My daughter, who brought you here?"

Alexandra nimbly climbed onto the seat carved with sun patterns, raised her chin proudly, and said proudly: "I can come whenever I want, and no one can watch me."

 Alexandra Martell, just turned 6 years old this year.

 The eldest daughter of Keolun, basically the legal heir and the future Princess of Dorne.

 “Alexandra, you are a bit disobedient.”

Ke Olun doted on his eldest daughter. He held his chin with one hand and said, "The Targaryen boy has captured Myr and Lys. When will you seize a territory for your father?"

Alexandra has an unrestrained personality, her blue eyes widened, and she said boldly: "Then marry me to that young boy, and my child can inherit the entire Westeros and overseas city-states!"

Ke Olun was stunned and laughed out loud.

As expected of his daughter, she has such a tricky perspective on things.

 It's hard to imagine that this was said by a child.

The heavy door of the throne room was knocked, and a tall figure with blond hair and blue eyes stood up.

 Seeing the visitor, Keolun stopped his smile and said seriously: "Is the fleet ready?"

 “Yes, Prince.”

 The visitor ignored the guard's warning look and stepped directly onto the marble floor of the hall.

A thin man who looks about 40 years old, with slightly rough skin and piercing blue eyes, like a falcon waiting to hunt.

On his white uniform, he wears a black gate emblem on the sand.

 The most powerful ancient surname in Dorne besides the Martell family is the Yronwood family.

Ke Oran glanced at him and said: "Count Olivier, the fleets at the port of Sunspear and Plank Town must be ready to prepare for the attack on the Stormlands."

Olivi raised his head and said respectfully: "Braavos has sent a large amount of armaments, enough to give Stormland a head-on attack."

 “The Sea King of Braavos is also a fool, but he is quite generous.”

Ke Olun made a judgment and specifically reminded: "The vultures who sent the message to the Crimson Mountains, hurry up and act, don't let the Iron Throne easily capture the Three Women's Kingdom."

The strongest point of the Free Trade City is its port control.

Now that the Stepstone Islands have fallen into the hands of the Iron Throne, the Three Women's Kingdom has been gradually occupied.

Ports such as Sunspear City and Plank Town, which are also located in the southern waters of the Narrow Sea, should not expect smooth trade in the future and wait to be blocked by shipping routes.

Olivi nodded lightly and said solemnly: "Prince, don't worry, the army in the Reach has always been weak, and the Duke of Highgarden is an old man. The vultures will eat him up."

 After making some preparations for the battle, he said goodbye and left.

Ke Olun looked at his back, licked the corners of his lips, and grinned: "Be careful, don't die in the hands of the Stormland army."

Dorne was silent for a long time, and he gained a lot of benefits from Braavos and the Three Kingdoms.

Dorne is not a monolithic people, there are always radicals and conservatives.

 The radicals believe that they should raid the Stormlands and the Reach, plunder the wealth and feed the barren lands.

Conservatives believe that the radicals are too conservative and should unite with Braavos and the Three Women to counterattack the Iron Throne and invade a new and wealthy land.

  Keolun is caught between the two factions. Rational decisions are often not accepted, so he chooses to provoke war.

Without fighting, the aristocratic forces under his rule became increasingly powerful, threatening Martell's rule.

 (End of this chapter)

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