Chapter 395 Alison plans marriage
The sky is getting late, at dusk.
In the parliament hall, two white knights in silver armor and white robes pushed open the closed solid wood door.
Led by Viserys, all the members who participated in the meeting walked out one after another.
Looking around, you can see a group of people with different faces.
With a smile on his face, Viserys looked at the envoys of Pentos and Volantis and invited: "The banquet is not over yet. You two are welcome to get drunk before resting."
Just looking at the scene, it looks like allies are on a blind date.
The two envoys looked at each other with complicated expressions and agreed.
Not only did he agree to a banquet invitation, but he also agreed to a strategy for allocating tax revenue from the port of Lys.
The Iron Throne is so powerful that a hundred years of tax revenue is not a small amount.
They must send the message as soon as possible by raven and obtain the approval of the prince/governor.
“Your Majesty, I will retreat first.”
Collis looked solemn and saluted respectfully.
“Not coming to the dinner?” Viserys asked.
Colliss shook his head: "As part of my duties, I have to sort out the port taxes in recent years and the plan to restore the port of Leis."
Happiness in one's position is far less important than having power in one's hands.
Hearing this, Viserys did not stay any longer and allowed the other party to leave.
He doesn't like sea serpents, and it's better to see them.
As everyone walked out, Rhaegar suddenly spoke: "Sir Otto, the craftsmanship is on the agenda, and I will use it to Myr soon."
"Prince, King's Landing is very populated, and I will do my best." Otto took a deep breath.
“Hard work.” Rhaegar encouraged him.
The rules of Westeros are already fixed, and there are not many hidden troubles that can be improved.
He planned to build Myr into a well-institutional city-state and try a series of desirable policies.
Zhiji is just one of them.
As time goes by, further military registrations will be introduced.
There were many propertyless slaves in Mir. They were classified as military personnel one by one and assigned to cultivate fields outside the city-state.
Working in the fields during farming time, and recruiting young people during wartime.
In this way, the survival problem of slaves can be solved and the dilemma of lack of troops directly under the royal family can be changed.
Otherwise, according to the aristocratic system of Westeros.
The vassal of a vassal is not my vassal, and the vassal of a vassal is not my vassal.
Whenever the Targaryens go to war, they rely too much on the support of nobles from various places.
This is not a good habit for a dynasty that is moving towards unification.
Rhaegar must follow the example of his great-grandfather Jaehaerys, correct his bad habits subtly, and constantly propose corresponding reform measures.
Suddenly, a gray-robed bachelor walked over quickly, holding a letter in his hand.
“Stop!”
Elic took a step forward and stopped the bachelor in front of everyone.
“White Knight, this is a letter from Storm's End.”
The gray-robed bachelor handed over the letter respectfully.
Viserys became more energetic and asked, "Is there any news from Storm's End?"
The Dornish invaders invaded Cape Wrath, piercing his heart like a thorn.
“Your Majesty, wait a moment.”
Tormund and Orville looked at each other, and the former took the letter and checked it on his behalf.
Confirming that there was no problem, Tormund smiled, handed over the letter and said: "That's good news."
The content on the letter is roughly based on Eamond's autobiography.
How to control the dragon to defeat the Dornish people, and rescue the harassed Crow's Nest City and Eagle's Nest Castle.
Barbara, a lot of…
Rhaegar glanced at him and nodded secretly.
Aemond is young and mature, and has a deeper mind than Aegon. He is a good prospect.
Viserys smiled happily after reading the content: "Aemond and Lannino performed very well. The Dornish people cannot stop the dragon's flames."
“Let me take a look.”
Allison looked anxious as he took the letter and checked it.
With two sons away from home, the mother is worried and prays to the Seven Gods every night before going to bed.
until he saw the army opening the way to the Citadel to support Stonehelm City, Aemond led the team to station in the rain forest, and his heart dropped.
Viserys said with satisfaction: "Aemond led a team and became the commander at a young age."
Allison breathed a sigh of relief and said: "I just hope he is safe. He is too young."
Compared to the adult Aegon, the 10-year-old Aemond made her even more worried.
Rhaegar's eyes flashed and he suggested: "Father, it would be best to resolve the war in the Stormlands as soon as possible."
According to his idea, the king sent a large army, and the fleet stationed on the Stepstone Islands was dispatched to attack the Dornish troops from both sides.
He and Aegon rode the dragon to fight, and put an end to the war as soon as possible.
Viserys heard the profound meaning and said worriedly: "You just captured the Three Women's Kingdom, do you want to rest for a while?"
War is not a child's play. Long-term and high-intensity participation will affect people's minds.
Rhaegar hesitated for a moment, thinking of the problem between Lys and Myr.
Indeed, it's a bit hard to get away.
Jaspi from the Stormlands spoke up: "Your Majesty, Prince Aemond has the support of Storm's End, and it will be a matter of time before he comes to retreat from the enemy."
He always pays attention to the battlefield in the Stormlands, and Aemond has made quite a name for himself.
With the battle-hardened Royce Cullen and Lanino, winning the battle will not be a problem.
Viserys was a little hesitant, wondering whether to send troops.
Otto took the letter and said in a low voice: "The letter says that the army has approached Stonehelm City and victory is certain."
Viserys felt relieved and ordered: "It is better to mobilize three thousand soldiers to support and speed up the pace of the war."
"Under appropriate circumstances, we can also dispatch Prince Aegon to help. There are troops stationed on the Stepstone Islands."
Otto was very strategic and proposed ways to support naval battles. Rhaegar asked Tormund: "What's happening on the Bone Road and the Prince's Pass?"
The War of the Narrow Sea was far-reaching.
Braavos only attacked once before resorting to a trade war.
Dorne held back for so long and sent troops to invade the Stormlands, but there was no result.
This is not in line with the ferocious nature of jackals and vultures.
When something goes wrong, there must be a demon.
Tormund honestly reported that the Bone Road and Prince's Pass were being guarded.
Except for a group of refugees who had gathered for a long time, Dorne had no intention of sending troops.
Rhaegar was still worried and told the other party to send a message to Highgarden and Blackport and not to take it lightly.
The Dornish people have always been cunning and must be guarded against.
While talking and walking, everyone walked down the stairs from the corridor.
Allison walked in front, holding her husband's hand, and said seriously: "Girls' Day will be in a few days. I have invited young girls from all over the country, and I will call Aegon back when the time comes."
Girls' Day is a traditional festival of the Church of the Seven Gods, held every summer.
Unmarried girls enter the church to pray to the seven gods to receive blessings.
At some point, it became an unwritten rule among the nobles.
Provide boys and girls from noble families with a reasonable opportunity to see each other.
Rhaegar raised his eyebrows and glanced sideways at Rhaenyra beside him.
When he first selected a marriage partner, his father planned to use Girls' Day as an excuse.
Feeling the gaze, Renee tightened her arms and smiled proudly.
Viserys agreed: "Aegon is not young, it's time to choose a wife."
The eldest son is already married, and the second son should also branch out.
Allison's eyes were firm: "Not just Aegon, many adults will bring outstanding children from the family, and they can also choose a husband for Helena."
“Helena?”
Viserys was startled, a little resistant.
According to old Valyrian customs, it is preferred for female members to marry their brothers in accordance with family tradition.
This can ensure the purity of the family bloodline.
The generation of my father, Baelon, had more female members than male members. In particular, there was a dragonless man named Weigen who refused to take a wife.
That's why so many aunts married outside the family and left the family.
In his generation, his cousin Rhaenys was older and married early.
He personally married Emma Arryn, who combined the blood of the Targaryen and Arryn families, and gave birth to a pair of pure-blooded children.
The younger brother Damon is more tragic. He has no cousins to marry, so he is married to Lady Leia of Runestone City.
Lady Rhea died at the Black Wedding, and he married Lannal, who was of Targaryen blood.
Hence, it can be seen that following family traditions is an important matter with strict conditions.
Among his children, there are more boys than girls.
Helena staying in the family is far more valuable than marrying outside.
Thinking of this, Viserys whispered: "We should ask Aegon if he is willing to marry Helena, or wait until little Daeron grows up."
Complying with the children's wishes in marriage does not mean acting arbitrarily.
Aegon did not want to marry Helena and had other children.
Allison was reluctant: "It will take many years until Darren grows up."
“What does this mean? Rhaenyra has been waiting for Rhaegar for many years.”
Viserys smiled casually.
Having learned from Rhaenyra and Rhaegar, the 7-year age difference between Helena and Daeron is not a problem.
Allison shook his head and refused: "No, Helena can't wait!"
“There has to be a reason?” Viserys was confused.
Allison glanced back at Rhaegar and gritted his teeth: "I do it for the sake of the family to prevent anyone from making mistakes!"
Her daughter has a crush on the other person, she can see it.
Not to mention the differences between the black and green parties, Rhaegar is already married!
Viserys was not a fool. He glanced back at his eldest son and then at his younger daughter who was lagging behind. Ridiculous thoughts emerged.
“You mean, Helena…”
Viserys was very surprised.
"That's why I want to stop it as soon as possible to prevent long nights and dreams!" Allison lowered his voice and tried to restrain his excitement.
Viserys fell silent.
Didn't expect it, never expected it!
At the back, Rega was a little confused by the two people looking at him, and he didn't know why.
Instinct told him that this was not a good thing.
Suddenly, a solemn gaze stared at his back.
Rega turned around subconsciously and met a pair of clear eyes.
Helena lowered her eyebrows and walked up the stairs with her hands hanging on her lower abdomen.
He raised his head from time to time and took a look with his light purple eyes.
Rhaegar suddenly turned around and caught her sight.
Helena was stunned for a moment, her eyes filled with emotion, and she lowered her head consciously after looking at each other for two seconds.
The movements are very coherent, and there is no panic at all about his little thoughts being broken.
Rhaegar looked away, beating his head secretly.
The little girl is not in the right mood and has thoughts that she shouldn't have.
In his invisible field of vision, Helena raised her head again and stared at her elder brother and sister in front of her.
There is no impurity in the eyes, and there is a touch of hope in the envy.
She couldn't compete with her sister, so she could only watch silently.
The little girl is simple-minded, but she is not stupid either.
She was waiting for an opportunity to blend in naturally.
Seeing that no one noticed her, Helena secretly cursed: "The dragon has three heads..."
(End of this chapter)
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