Red Lion Amongst the Direwolves
Magi X Game of Thrones
Crossover
OC
Summary: Megara was a slave before Muu Alexius freed her. Since she is too young to join the troops, she stays behind and train hard to become a great warrior. Her dream is to become a part of Muu's Household. Life is peaceful until a failed experiment blast her away to another world. Eddard Stark found her and took her in. Let's see how the game turns out with a Fanalis joining the fray...
Disclaimer: I do not own either of the series. Each of them belong to their respective creators
Warning: OCs, grammar errors, typos
Notes: There will be mixes of scenes from the book and TV series
CHAPTER 16
The journey to the Eyrie was difficult. They were even ambushed by with the mountain clans. Thankfully the knights of Vale saved them in time. They were patrolling when the mountain clans descended upon Catelyn, Ser Rodrik and Marillion (the youth insisted on following them, much to the old knight's annoyance). Catelyn thanked the Gods for their protection. The knights of Vale accompany them to the Eyrie. The ancestral castle of the Arryns is the smallest amongst the great castles, but argumentatively the hardest to breach. Catelyn idly wondered if a Fanalis can easily break into it. The waycastles are treacherous, especially Snow. Catelyn saw how Megara easily climb onto the tall trees of godswood, it shouldn't be too hard for her to climb the Eyrie. They were told that the mountain clans have grown bolder after Lord Jon's passing. How one man's death can influence so many things...
She met her uncle, Brynden Tully. He is well, but weary. It appears Lysa troubled him more than he let on. He told her everything along the way to the Gates of the Moon. How Lysa fled from King's Landing, keeping all swords close to her in the Vale, the endless stream of suitors that asked for her hand in marriage, what kind of boy Robin Arryn is, and so on. Catelyn cannot fault Lysa for being afraid. Prince Joffrey wanted Bran dead. Who knows if the prince wanted Robin dead as well?
They need to ride the mules to get to the Eyrie. Normally it would take half a day to get to the Eyrie from the Gates of the Moon. A bastard girl named Mya Stone will accompany them. Catelyn has her misgivings about bastards but Lord Nestor assured her that Mya will take good care of them. Thankfully Mya really liven up to her reputation. She safely brought Catelyn and Ser Rodrik to the castle. The sun has already risen when Catelyn finally reached the castle. They were greeted by Ser Vardis Egen, captain of Jon Arryn's household guard. Coming with him is Maester Colemon.
A maid woken up her sister when Catelyn arrived. Thus Lysa is still dressed in her bed robes when Catelyn enters her room. The two sisters embraced. As Catelyn hugged her, she remembers that her younger Lysa have grown plumper than when she last saw her. Pregnancies and motherhood have changed her.
"Oh, Cat. How good it is to see you," Lysa said when they parted. "I wish to speak alone with my sister," She held her hands as the two men leaves. Lysa promptly dropped them when the door closes. "What are you doing here? To come here without any warning...," Her sister give her a suspicious look.
Catelyn frowned but decided to ignore her sister's hostility for now. "Lysa... I need to ask you something." Catelyn eyed her sister carefully. "Are there anyone besides the Lannister that wanted your husband dead?"
"I don't think that's possible," Lysa said. "Everyone loves Jon. All houses in the Vale are loyal to him. The king loves him as well. No one would dare to openly show their contempt to him in fear of King Robert's anger."
'It doesn't stop the real culprit to kill him anyway,' Catelyn bitterly thought.
"Why are you asking me this, Cat? Did something happened?" Lysa asked worriedly.
"New information have come to light." She said simply. "We are led to believe that it is possible that the Lannisters play no part in your husband's death."
Lysa's eyes widened at that. "B-But! The Lannisters!" She splutters.
"It doesn't mean we are dismissing them as suspects, Lysa," Catelyn said hurriedly. "However it is possible that there is a third party responsible for Lord Jon's demise. My husband is investigating this matter as we speak."
Lysa is still not convinced. She give her a frightened look, "Are you sure with this information of yours?"
"Absolutely," Catelyn answered with confidence.
Lysa still don't look convinced. "We'll talk more later. This is a lot to take in. I'm sure you are tired from the journey. Take a rest, Cat. My servants will take care of all your need."
Her sister is trying to get her out of her room, Catelyn realised. But what she said hold truth. She is very tired. Lysa will surely be more cooperative later. When Catelyn left the room, a servant is waiting for her. She led her to a chamber at the Maiden's tower. A hot bath have been prepared for them. Catelyn have not realised how ratty looking she is until she glimpsed at the mirror. The servant told her that breakfast will be brought to her chamber after she is done with her bath. The quick meal she had at the Gates of The Moon feels like forever ago.
As she dip into the warm water, Catelyn can't help but wonder how different the situation will be if Megara come to their realm before Jon Arryn died. 'That is just wistful thinking.' Catelyn said to herself. 'No one can turn time back. You should thank the Gods for bringing Megara here in the first place.' Catelyn shudders thinking what will happen if the Lannister found Megara first. A strong warrior is always sought after. Catelyn is far away from the Lannisters but Ned and their girls are among their midst. Her husband and daughters need Megara's protection more.
Megara is giving one final touches on her maps when Lord Eddard enter the office.
"Megara," Lord Eddard call her with a tone clearly indicating that he's about to talk about something serious. The Fanalis turn to face him fully. Once he's sure he have her full attention, he continues "The king wish to go on a hunt." Megara nodded. "It can take a few weeks." Nobles here really like to spend a considerable amount of time for their hobby. This isn't the first time since their arrival the king left for hunting. "I want you to follow him, making sure he doesn't get himself in trouble."
"I understand," Megara nodded. "But that entails leaving King's Landing, leaving you. Leaving Arya and Sansa." Lady Catelyn would flip if she knew any of these. "I will be leaving you for weeks. Who knows what will happen with I'm gone? Are you absolutely sure with your decision Milord?"
Lord Eddard give her a grave nod. "Yes, the King's safety is paramount."
Is it really? Is it more because it is Lord Eddard's best friend? Or more of because the title 'King'? Or both? This must be the dilemma leaders and commanders must deal with in their time of power. Megara wonder if Big Brother Muu ever faces such dilemma.
"If you say so," Megara said, gathering her maps. "I just so happen to finished the maps. You can look at it when you're alone, Lord Eddard," She drop the papers on the table. "I'll go grab my backpack. You will prepare my necessities for me right?"
Lord Eddard nodded. "As always, child."
Megara beamed and curtsied. Eddard watch her leave via the secret passageway before he opens one of the maps. He stare at it for a few seconds before turn it around. And again. And again. And again. Until he leaned his head to the side.
Oh okay now the map is understandable.
Sort of.
Little do Eddard Stark knows, these maps will be one of the hardest puzzles he must solve in his life.
A week have passed since the King and his party left King's Landing. Ever since they enter the woods, Barristan can't shake this feeling that they are being watched. Barristan often look behind his shoulder but saw nothing suspicious. They are the only people here in this woods. The king himself, Bthey arristan and three other Kingsguard, Renly Baratheon, the king's squires, a dozen of lords joining the hunt and the guards. None of them suspects anything. The smallfolk always tell tales of ghosts and monsters ready to snatch children if they're being naughty. But those things don't exist. They are just legends that adults fabricate to get their little ones to obey them.
So why is he still feeling restless?
The king himself is feeling restless. On the third day of the hunt, one of the guard spotted a large boar. However the animal got away before any of them can do anything. King Robert declared that they will not go home before he can kill the beast. Their king is stubborn like that. Now, what worries Barristan is how much the king have drink in the last few days. Summer in Crownlands have always been hot. It's not surprising if the king keep asking for refreshment. However the king keep asking for wine when they already have water or ale. Lancel Lannister ended up clutching the wineskin for days now.
Wine dulls the senses. The king is not a bad fighter but Barristan rather have him complaining non stop but sober. King Robert never uses anything else but his favourite hunting knife during a hunt. Knives required close quartered combat. The king is usually good at using it but with his judgement clouded by wine... If the boar or any other animal is to appear right now...
"There!" One of the guards pointed at something.
A large boar emerged from the bushes, watching them closely.
Barristan hold his tongue before he can swear out loud.
The king let out a laughter. "Finally! I've been itching to kill something!" He unsheathe his knife. The guards ready their weapons but do nothing. The king don't like it when someone else get his target first.
The boar let out a growl before charging in. The king stubbornly stay on the same spot. Barristan's eyes widened at that. What in the world is the king thinking?! Barristan turn on his heels, drawing out his sword. A Kingsguard must always be ready to throw his life for his king and that is exactly what Barristan is about to do. He must push the king out of the way- Before the boar gets him.
Barristan can hear his heartbeat thumping loud, as if someone is playing a drum right next to his ear. His hand reach out in an attempt to push the king. His blood run cold as he realises that he won't make it in time. King Robert swing his knife but he know it's too late. The boar's tusk will cut open his stomach- And two hands caught the tusks-
What?
A small, hooded figure appeared out of nowhere and somehow places themselves between the king and the beast. Tiny hands catch the boar's tusks, holding the animal in place. Barristan sees King Robert's jaw dropped. Seizing the opportunity, Barristan grab the king and try to pull him along. But Robert is just too heavy. The figure throw the animal against a tree. Barristan hoped that the boar won't back up again but much to his disappointment, it did.
The boar let out a mighty growl before charging in again. This time, toward the guards. The men let out terrified gasps as they run around to dodge. One tripped over a tree branch. The small person disappears from in front of Barristan and Robert and reappear next to the fallen man. They easily pick him up and jump upwards to dodge the boar's charge. This time Barristan gape as well. No human is able to jump that high. The hood fell off as the figure landed on the ground (smoothly, Barristan nodded). They drop the guard on the ground. The man scrambles hastily away from them. Just in time when the boar charges towards them. They jump once again, stick out their foot like a spear and...
SPLAT
The beast falls down to the ground with a loud 'THUNK'.
Silence fell upon them as all eyes locked onto the figure. They pull out her foot from the beast, its blood covering their leg from thigh to toe. The blood seeped to their cloak. Barristan held his breath when the person lift her head up. Red. Their eyes are as red as blood. He never met anyone with red eyes.
The child opens their mouth, "That's enough wine for today, King Robert." The high pitched voice can only means that it's a girl. The person who just slay the beast is a young girl.
"Who are you?" Lancel Lannister demanded, clutching the wineskin for dear life. King Robert is uncharacteristically quiet, staring at the child as if she's from another world.
The child curtsies before them. "Megara of Fanalis. My employer sent me to keep an eye on you. You have a very loyal friend who would hate to see you hurt, Your Highness."
I figured you guys are thirsty for some Fanalis actions so THERE YA GO *cackles*
It has been stated that a Fanalis' kick can pierce through a lion. Morgiana made a hole on the Boss Monkey in Baldadd Arc. The Fanalis Corps are able to hack off body parts with kicks.
I'm sorry for the short chapter. I got writer block =_=
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