Dragons and Thrones: Rising Tensions – Healing the Breach
Chapter 51 of my crossover story, enjoy.
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Solas
Solas stood by the window in his chambers in Winterfell; his eyes narrowed as he considered everything. The arrival of Stannis Baratheon and his wife had certainly been unanticipated; but their reasoning was clear.
'While the Starks are allied to Stannis, they were mostly focused on solving their own issues. Stannis wants them to commit now that those issues are resolved. That is why this betrothal of Rickon and Shireen was offered.' He mused. 'But Selyse clearly takes issue with Arya and Gendry, but it's too late for her to do anything...My efforts to stop Hostor in his tracks, will also ensure that she cannot do anything either.'
He smiled; it had taken a surprisingly simple spell to carry that out. He had ensured that the Starks and Gendry were all protected from such threats, during the times they would indeed be vulnerable, such as while sleeping. He simply had to cast wards around the chambers and any attempts, such as the assassin that tried to slip into Gendry's room, had in fact been repelled.
However that was no excuse to be complacent; as things stood now however, the main event that the Starks had to prepare for was quite simply Arya's wedding. There would be time to plan their next move after that. That did not mean however that nothing was being done, especially with the disquieting news Cullen brought with him.
Solas had heard whispers of this Corypheus, for him to be the Elder One was a worrying prospect. Despite everything that had been accomplished, he was afraid there was still much to do. He had a feeling that something else would be happening soon; another family drama for the Starks.
'Although I do not know why, or how, I have this feeling.' He pondered.
Shaking his head he turned and left his room; his only option was to go and see the Starks, see what he could find out. He made his way through the castle until he finally found Lord and Lady Stark, both in the Great Hall, they were talking quietly, and seemed troubled.
"Lord Stark, Lady Stark, is something the matter?" He queried as he approached.
They both turned to him and Ned sighed. "Solas, sorry, it's a family matter...But there are also things that are troubling us, politically too."
Solas nodded as he pondered. "Perhaps I can help, please...if there is anything I can do?"
After a brief pause, Ned explained. "King Stannis faces a hard time, us in the North and the Riverlands are his only true allies. The Stormlands are wavering, but the rest, the Westerlands, Crownlands, the Reach, Dorne, they are all allied together against us."
Catelyn then added. "The Iron Islands remain an issue, as we know, but...the Vale..."
"The Vale, has something happened there?" Solas asked.
Their expressions told him that this was the family issue they were approaching.
Finally Catelyn sighed and held out what looked like a message, a letter.
"Here, this should explain it; they've joined Joffrey, it would seem Lysa has achieved her life's desire, marrying Petyr Baelish. He now rules the Vale, then there is this..." She said.
Solas observed the letter; reading it and finally seeing just what hold this Lord Baelish had on Lysa. How it would prevent the Vale allying with them.
Catelyn, He read.
My duty to you is to make you see when you might commit a mistake.
Ending Arya's engagement is a great mistake. That Gendry may be a nice lad, but he is a bastard. A lowborn bastard. I know your youngest daughter is a rebel but she is a lady, and even a tomboy lady can't allow herself in such a bad union. She already has a reputation, this would add more on her plate. It would also harm your two families, the Starks and the Tullys. Keep in mind you have to care for the greatest number.
Also, it makes my blood boil that you see yourself as Stark instead of Tully. You may be a Stark, but only by marriage. Your daughter Sansa, despite looking just like you, is more of a wolf than you'll ever be. You were born a trout, you will die a trout. But if it is your wish, consider it my last gift. I have no longer an older sister, who has been replaced by a certain Lady Stark.
Farewell.
He sighed; this certainly changed things; but then he noticed something else, another letter, wrapped within the first. It was explained to him that it was from Robin, Lysa's son, explaining the truth.
Apparently, Lord Baelish had all but taken over the Vale, and his mother is becoming more unbalanced by the day, he has become a prisoner in his own home and is afraid for his life.
Solas pondered deeply, he couldn't just leave this. It was clear Catelyn was worried about this, but was unsure what to do. Finally, an idea occurred to Solas, especially as he listened while the situation at the Vale was explained to him, including Robin's...issues.
"I see...well, there is something I can do. I can save the boy." Solas explained. "But...in doing so; I'm afraid our current relationship with the Vale will...become worse."
Nonetheless, the decision was made, they both agreed and Solas sighed softly, before leaving to begin.
So it was, using his magic, he teleported himself to the Vale. To his relief, there was nobody around in the area, so he did not cause any alarm.
'Good, this makes things easier...I don't want to draw attention, before it is necessary.' He thought to himself.
With that he remained hidden and used his magic to find what he was looking for. Ready, he began to move, making sure to keep himself hidden, he soon reached the door to Robin Arryn's chambers.
Thankfully it was unguarded, which meant it was locked, but that meant little to Solas. He carefully approached the door and, checking for anyone, used his magic to unlock it and entered.
"Who…?" A voice inside gasped.
Solas spotted the speaker, no doubt Robin Arryn, his eyes wide with fright; clad in his nightclothes.
He gently raised a hand. "It is alright, my name is Solas, I was sent by your Aunt to save you."
Robin started at that. "You...then you got my letter...Oh Gods, please, get me out of here, I..."
"I will; just relax, please, we need to be quiet, before anyone finds out I am here." He explained.
Robin nodded quickly, breathing heavily. Listening carefully; he nodded and, taking Robin's arm, he teleported them away, back to Winterfell.
This time, there were reactions when they returned, mostly relief, Solas stepped back and watched the reunion. It was clear Robin had much to say, more information, but there was something else he knew he could do, something that he hoped would touch the family.
It had already been discussed and he could see that the Starks were already telling Robin. Robin's eyes widened as he looked over at Solas. Nodding Solas approached and reassured him.
"Alright, shall we?"
Robin nodded and so, Solas, using his magic, was able to cure Robin of his illness. However, as expected, the consequences of his actions left him drained. Leaving the family to their reunion, he returned to his own chambers, he desperately needed rest. As he lay in bed, recovering, he smiled lightly.
"I must thank for, you helped Arya, ensuring that things could proceed as they should."
The figure spoke in reply. "I merely pointed her in the right direction, it was Arya who helped herself."
Solas sighed. "I know Cole, I know, but she couldn't have managed without you."
Cole stepped out of the shadows. "You've truly grown to like the Starks...But this hurts you, deep, deep down, hurting...You still intend to continue your plan."
"Yes, I know, I just hope the worlds can be separated before them...or at least they can be spared what is to come." Solas replied calmly.
Cole said nothing, merely disappeared. Solas closed his eyes, knowing he had no other choice, he would have to bide his time, until he could find his moment.
End of chapter, hope you enjoyed it, read and review please.
Also, just to clear things up, the reason the Vale part isn't that long, why there was no confrontation or what have you, it's Solas, he was there to do a task and do so stealthily; so that's just what he did. There was no need for anything else to happen.
