Dragons and Thrones: A Dark Shadow Looms
Chapter 3 of my crossover story, enjoy.
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Now onto the story.
Disclaimer: Game of Thrones belongs to George R.R. Martin. Dragon Age belongs to Bioware.
Bran
Bran smiled lightly to himself as he sat in his new wheeled chair, in Winterfell's courtyard. He was still amazed at the numerous changes that had occurred over past couple of years, ever since the explosion and the merging of worlds.
'I never imagined, after my accident, that I'd ever find myself in the situation I'm in now.' He noted. 'It still feels like I've been living someone else's life. Everything that's happened since then has been strange but...wonderful, some not so wonderful.'
He trembled a little at the memory of his kidnapping at the hands of the Venatori when they had attacked Winterfell. But then there were other things, such as learning about his dreams and what he was capable of as a Warg. His lessons with Solas had been interesting and productive; he was now almost fluent in Ancient Elvish and he was curious to learn more about them.
He was beginning to see certain slants in the perspective of the books Solas had given him. He questions Solas about them and they had some interesting talks about it. He couldn't deny some of what he heard still sounded suspicious or speculative. But he couldn't help but agree with a few of the things he said.
However, the thing that truly made him happier than ever, was also the reason he was seated, waiting in the courtyard.
He was waiting for the arrival of Meera Reed, his betrothed, the girl he loved. They had received a raven from Greywater Watch not too long ago, announcing that she was coming to Winterfell. Bran knew of the upcoming battle down at the Twins, yet there were other matters, matters his father had trusted to Arya and Gendry.
He still smiled as he thought about this. 'We have the advantage, at least for now. We still need to hope for Arya and Gendry to save Roslin, which is where Meera comes in.'
He knew that Meera was returning to meet with them and guide them through the Neck. But he wanted to meet with her anyway, she had expressed hope in her letter to meet and talk with him too. It had been some time since they had seen each other after all.
While waiting he thought happily about Arya and Gendry, their wedding had been an enjoyable night and seeing them so happy made him overjoyed.
'Arya looked so happy, she deserved it, after everything she went through.' He thought to himself. 'It was also worth it to see the look on Hostor Frey's face, now he's gone. Shame we weren't able to find out the truth before that, then we could have stopped him.'
He knew that, following the wedding, King Stannis and Queen Selyse had left to return to Dragonstone, plans had been finalized and at a later date most likely after his and Meera's own wedding, everything would be set for Rickon and Shireen's.
It was then his smile brightened when, at that moment, Meera came riding through the gates of Winterfell. Noticing him she grinned widely and soon dismounted.
"Bran, I should have guessed you'd be waiting here for me." She greeted him with a short laugh. "Too impatient to wait inside?"
Laughing too he replied. "I was just...anxious to see you again."
She nodded, smiling softly and embraced him, he returned it and they shared a soft kiss. It was brief, far too quick for Bran, but he understood; both he and Meera agreed to keep their displays of affection to a minimum, at least until they were married. Bran turned his chair and together they began making their way inside the castle. As they made their way inside Meera turned to him.
"So, you know why I'm here, at least for now?" She asked.
He nodded. "Yes, I'm aware of how you will be guiding Arya and Gendry to try and help Roslin, right?"
She confirmed this. "Yes; however once that's done and we return; I'm sure we'll be ready to begin planning."
Bran grinned at this and they entered the great hall. The upcoming wedding was much on Bran's mind these days; he was glad that most of the planning was already done, they simply needed to sort out some finer details.
In the great hall, they saw his parents who both smiled upon seeing them together.
"Ah, Bran, Meera, good, you're here." His mother stated. "So, how have you both been?"
Meera replied at once. "Very well, My Lady; Jojen has settled into his new position as Lord of Greywater Watch and things are settling down there."
"I'm glad to hear it." His father replied. "I wish we had more time to talk and to discuss more personal and happier things. But time is of the essence."
Meera nodded. "I know; don't worry. We can do all that when we return."
Bran agreed and smiled as Meera kissed him again, before leaving, going to join Arya and Gendry. He could wait; yet strangely, an ominous feeling stirred in his gut, as if something wasn't quite right.
End of chapter, hope you enjoyed it, read and review please.