Game of Thrones: Shot Through the Heart

Chapter 10 of my Game of Thrones story, enjoy.

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Disclaimer: Game of Thrones belongs to George R.R. Martin.

Chapter 10

Meera smiled as she carefully checked her reflection in the mirror. She was getting ready for her first date with Bran. She wanted to look nice for Bran, also knowing his mother and oldest sister, to show she could be feminine, yet still remain herself. Her outfit reflected that, she was clad in a Dark green short skirt which came just a couple of inches or so past her thighs; a navy blue dress shirt and navy blue flats.

'Well, here we go, I'm ready.' She told herself.

She wasn't completely certain of her feelings for Bran; that was why she had agreed with him about this date. She couldn't deny she felt strongly towards him, she hoped this date would help her confirm if what she felt truly was love. So, finally ready, she left her room, almost running into Jojen. Jojen stopped, eyes wide.

"Meera?"

Meera smiled. "I'm going out on my date now, remember Jojen, I told you all about it."

Jojen nodded. "Yeah but, well, I've never seen you dressed like this before. Also looks like you made an effort to brush your hair."

"Just a little something different, that's all." She replied with a grin.

Jojen nodded and shrugged. "Well; have fun."

She smirked and headed downstairs, she told her parents she was heading off for her date. They said goodbye and she got into her car; Bran hadn't passed his driving test yet so she'd be driving them. She turned the car on and began the drive to Winterfell.

In Winterfell, Bran was checking himself in the mirror again, extremely nervous. He was preparing for his date with Meera. He had dressed his best while still remaining as casual as he could. He was clad in smart grey jeans; a white shirt; black socks and black shoes. No matter how much he hoped to enjoy this, his nervousness was still strong.

He knew that his relationship with Meera would be made or broken here. 'What if I make a fool of myself; or do something to hurt her. I…I can't do that; I have to…'

There was a knock at the door; he turned as his older brother entered.

"Robb?"

Robb smiled lightly. "Nervous Bran?"

Bran sighed. "That obvious huh?"

"Listen, don't worry about it, Meera likes you, you like her." Robb tried to calm his brother down.

Bran shook his head. "But what if I, I do something wrong, I upset her, I don't want to…"

Robb gently put his hands on Bran's shoulders. "Bran; Meera likes you for who you are. Just be yourself and everything will be fine."

Bran nodded; taking a slow, deep breath. He realized Robb was right.

"Thanks Robb…I guess I better head down and wait." He said. "Oh, is there, do we know if Arya is…?"

Robb smiled. "Arya's been talking to mum; she plans to take another test tomorrow and also to go to hospital; so we'll find out for sure then."

Bran nodded and followed Robb downstairs; relieved for his sister's sake.

It didn't take long for there to come a knock at the door. Bran got up and went to answer it. He smiled as he opened the door, stopping, surprised when he saw Meera and the way she was dressed.

'Wow, she looks amazing; come to think of it, I've never seen her in a skirt before.' He noted to himself as he spoke. "Hi Meera; wow, you look stunning."

Meera quirked an eyebrow. "Because of the skirt?"

Bran quickly shook his head; replying honestly. "No, maybe to some, but to me you're naturally beautiful, this just enhances it."

Meera laughed at that. "C'mon, let's go."

Bran nodded and they headed out to her car. Once inside she turned to him.
"Thank you…for what you said there." She told him, smiling lightly. "You know the place we're going to?"

Bran nodded and Meera began to drive them there, with him giving her directions when necessary. When they finally arrived Meera gasped; it was new restaurant that had just opened in the Riverlands. It was already well known for serving food from all over Westeros and even food from across the seas; from Essos and even the Summer Isles amongst other places.

"Bran this is…" She remarked, still surprised.

Bran smiled. "I know; well, shall we?"

She smirked and nodded and together they headed inside; arms linked. Once inside they were shown to their table and, after ordering their drinks, began consulting the menu.

"You know, I've always wanted to try Dornish food." Bran noted.

Meera smirked. "I have tried it once, be careful, it's spicy."

Bran smiled back at her; maybe things wouldn't be as he feared, his nerves began to ease.

They enjoyed their meal; when Bran first tried Dornish food, as Meera predicted, it was spicy. His face went bright red and he nearly drained half his drink, trying to cool his mouth down. She laughed slightly and shook her head.

"I did warn you." She pointed out.

Bran nodded slowly. "No kidding."

Meera couldn't help but smirk, as they continued to eat, talking between mouthfuls. While they mostly talked about their archery, they also discussed other things, getting to know each other even better. Meera bit her lip as she considered some of the things Bran told.

'Well, just shows everyone has their own tastes.' She noted. 'Some of the things Bran has told me here, they're kinda dorky, kind of things that would turn girls off…But it just makes me feel even more fond of him.'

Finally; she couldn't wait any longer, she had to do this now. This would be the ultimate test of their feelings. Bran noted her expression and reactions and realized what she was about to do. So, without any hesitation, the two of them leaned in and kissed. There was no big spark, or any other cheesy metaphor Sansa used to describe kissing. But what they felt seemed to them to be better than all that, it just felt…right. They finally parted and Meera smiled.

"Well, I guess that answers the question, how do I really feel about you." She said softly. "I love you Bran."

Bran smiled widely. "I love you too, Meera."

With that they kissed again; finally happy to have fully discovered their feelings for each other.

End of chapter, hope you enjoyed it, read and review please.