When Melisandre first saw Stannis, her breath was taken away. He was tall and muscular. His face was somewhat worn, but he still made her heart race. It took awhile for her to introduce herself. "Greetings Lord Stannis. I am Melisandre of Asshai."

"Good day Melisandre of Asshai," said Stannis. "What brings you to my keep?"

"R'hllor, Lord Stannis," said Melisandre. "I was sent here to persuade you to accept the Lord of Light as-"

"I must stop you. I will not accept your false god," said Stannis as he walked off. "Good day."

"Will you at least listen to what I have to say?" said Melisandre.

"No," said Stannis.