Wedding and Meetings
The Riverlands
Arya Stark has escaped the Brotherhood and now makes her way north. She wakes up and practices her Water Dancing in the hope of becoming a warrior. She only hopes she is going the right way. The last she heard of the war is; that Robb and the legions have entered a stalemate but the legions outnumber her brother immensely. She figures if she continues on her way she will run into her brother. As she moves along she notices a man in a cart riding her way.
"Excuse me," shouts Arya as she runs up to the aging man, "do you know which way the Trident is?" The man stares in shock before chuckling a little.
"Of course little lady," says the man making Arya frown, "you just keeping going and you'll see the Red Trident." Arya beams in happiness and runs forward with a thank you.
Dragonstone
Melisandre finally arrives back at Dragonstone with Gendry in tow. As she enters the castle with the bastard Stannis watches from a distance. He watches the boy and can see the resemblance between him and his brother. Stannis is less than impressed by the sight of the bastard boy who is technically his nephew and is bemused when Melisandre orders him fed, bathed and clothed. He approaches from the left of Melisandre.
"Why feed him if you're just going to kill him anyways?" Ask Stannis. He believes it is pointless as they intend to sacrifice him.
"If the lamb sees the knife she will panic and fight." Says Melisandre making Stannis look to her.
"It would be better for the lamb to trust us before we slaughter it." States Melisandre before turning and walking away.
Meanwhile in the cells of the castle sits Davos Seaworth. Davos was imprisoned after finally speaking out against the red woman and her foul magic. His king had him imprisoned on the ground of treason. So here he sits and waits to be released. Davos lifts his head when he hears the doors open. When he sees Stannis he rises.
"Your Grace." Greets Davos. The two stand in silence for a moment.
"I have come to tell you that my brothers' bastard son will help me win the war." States Stannis making Davos widen his eyes.
"My lord killing your brother Renly was one thing, but killing an innocent boy is different." Says Davos making Stannis sigh.
"What of it, we're at war." Says Stannis making Davos quiet, "Why should I spare the son of Robert and some drunken whore?"
"Because he has your blood in his veins." Says Davos making Stannis look to him.
"And so does Alyxandar," counters Stannis making Davos flinch, "would you have me spare him as well?"
"Alyxandar is too dangerous to leave alive, but this boy is another matter," says Davos making Stannis turn his head away, "this boy has never harmed or wronged you."
"The night that never ends is coming Davos," states Stannis turning his head to Davos, "I've seen it, "a great battle in the snow" and I was there." The two stand in silence.
"Swear yourself to me once again and I will set you free." Says Stannis making Davos widen his eyes. Davos bows low before Stannis nods and walks away.
"Release him now." Orders Stannis.
Kings Landing-Sansa's Chambers
Sansa sits in her room while her maids prepare her for her wedding. Sansa thinks back on the days when she wanted to come south. How foolish she was, so naive to the way the world worked. Still she supposes she could be married to someone far worse. If it means to stop the war between the houses, then she will sacrifice her freedom for the greater good. A knock on the door jolts her from her thoughts. She hears the room open and turns to see Alyxandar standing there wearing a gold and black vest with matching pants. His hear is slicked back and braided on both sides.
"My lady I was requested to give you this." Says Alyx before passing Sansa a small box. Sansa accepts the box and bows her head.
"I thank you my prince." Says Sansa as Alyx nods and leaves the room. Sansa opens the box to see a small letter. She picks the letter up and reads the note.
Dear Lady Sansa, I swear to you here and now that I Tommen Baratheon, soon to be Stark will cherish you forever. I will never harm you and hope to make you happy. I know this is not the most ideal matchup for you but I thought you would be happy to know that I'm very happy to be marrying you. The necklace in the box is my wedding gift to you and holds the promise I've just made.
From Tommen Baratheon
Sansa has her eyes wide and a smile across her face when she is done reading. She of course knew that Tommen was a gentle person but she didn't believe he could be so kind. Sansa sets the letter aside and picks up the necklace and gasps. It is a beautiful diamond necklace with the sigil of her house in the middle. She has one of her maids put the necklace on and smiles.
"He is very sweet, my lady." Says a maid making Sansa blush and nod her head.
"Yes he is." Agrees Sansa while fiddling with the necklace.
Tommen's Chambers
Tommen paces back and forth while Alyx sits with a smile. Cersei tries to calm Tommen to no avail.
"What if she doesn't show?" Ask Tommen becoming more nervous.
"Maybe is shouldn't have sent that letter." Says Tommen before he is stopped by Alyx.
"Tommen, you are the kindest person I know," says Alyx making Tommen put his head down, "I'm sure she will show and I'm sure she loved the gift." Tommen takes a deep breath before nodding his head.
"I'm scared big brother." Says Tommen making Alyx look to him and smile.
"Almost everyone is on their wedding day." Says Alyx as he wipes Tommen's face and straightens his clothes. Suddenly the door opens and in comes Tyrion who is not happy.
"Alyx, it seems Joffrey is planning to humiliate Sansa." Says Tyrion making Alyx turn to him and smile.
"Don't worry I've had that taken care of." Says Alyx making Tommen look to him.
"Your wedding will be great Tommen." Assures Alyx making Tommen smile.
Red Keep
Joffrey walks to Sansa's chambers only for several guards to stop him.
"What is the meaning of this?" Ask Joffrey with a sneer on his face.
"By order of Prince Alyxandar, you are forbidden from talking to the lady Sansa." States a guard making Joffrey look livid.
"I am the king and you will stand aside." Orders Joffrey making Razen and Trant grab their swords.
"Enough!" Shouts Alyx as he walks forward making Joffrey cower.
"I will be escorting Lady Sansa to her wedding." Says Alyx while ignoring Joffrey.
"And that is the end of this discussion." Says Alyx before narrowing his eyes at Joffrey who steps back and walks away quickly.
After a while Alyx escorts Sansa to the wedding. The two walk in silence before Sansa looks to him.
"I want to thanks you for stopping Joffrey from taking me." Says Sansa making Alyx look to her with a small smile.
"Don't thank me, Tommen wanted me to escort you." Says Alyx making Sansa blush and smile. Alyx suddenly turns making Sansa confused.
"Isn't the Sept that way?" Ask Sansa making Alyx smile.
"Yes but we're not going to the Sept." Says Alyx making Sansa confused. As they walks Sansa begins to remember where they are and smiles. The two enter the Godswood and Sansa gasp at the number of people here. She then sees and angry Joffrey sitting in his chair. As her eyes roam across the area her eyes land on a nervous Tommen who wears the colors of her house. As she steps up to the alter she sees Tommen blush before he takes her hand. Sansa feels his hands shake and grips his tighter making Tommen relax.
Later as man and wife they have their reception dinner, which proves to be a joyous and lovely affair. Tommen and Sansa sit side by side as they converse with each other. Alyx watches from his seat and smiles at the laughing of the two. Cersei looks on with motherly protection but begins to relax when she sees Tommen smiling and laughing. Alyx is broke from his thoughts when Myrcella nudges him.
"When will my wedding happen?" Ask Myrcella with a smile making Alyx groan. Myrcella giggles at his reaction.
"Do you think Robin Arryn will like me?" Ask Myrcella making Alyx narrow his eyes.
"He better or I'll-." Alyx stops when he sees Myrcella tilt her head. Alyx coughs a little making Arianne who sits next to him giggle.
"I mean I'm sure he will." Says Alyx making Myrcella smile and turn to her food. Alyx sighs before Arianne kisses his cheek.
As the wedding feast goes on Alyx sees that Joffrey is drinking too much. Alyx looks to his mother who also notices this. Joffrey begins to stand before Cersei holds his hand.
"Joff, it seems Margaery is in need of some company." Says Cersei while gesturing with her head to Margaery who sits with a smile.
"She's fine, besides I will have a lifetime for that." States Joffrey before walking away from his mother.
"Congratulations my lady," shouts Joffrey getting the room to quiet down, "be sure to spread your legs for my brother." Tommen widens his eyes before Alyx narrows them.
"But is you need assistance by guards here will hold you down," says Joffrey as Alyx slowly stands while Tommen's grip tightens on the cloth. Sansa looks away from Joffrey, "Who know maybe I'll take a turn after." Tommen suddenly stands.
"You cannot talk that way to her, she is my wife and will be treated with respect." Shouts Tommen making Alyx smile and nod. Sansa looks to Tommen and gently squeezes his hand with a smile. Joffrey though turns red with rage before Alyx steps in front of him with a smile. Cersei though sees through it and can tell Alyx is livid.
"Right, what a joke my brother." Says Alyx making the crowd fake their laughs not wanting to upset the prince. The crowd go back to singing and dancing while Alyx grips Joffrey's shoulder. Joffrey winces in pain before leaning in.
"Another outburst like that brother and I will personally beat the living shit out of you." Says Alyx with a cold voice while Joffrey struggles under the strength of his grip.
"Guards please escort the king to his room," says Alyx making the guards nod their heads, "he is feeling tired." Joffrey attempts to say something only for Alyx to glare at him. Joffrey is escorted to his room and doesn't appear throughout the wedding.
"Brother can you sing a song for us?" Ask Tommen making the crowd shout in agreement.
"I don't know Tommen." Says Alyx not really in the mood to sing. Tommen pouts making Alyx sigh and stand.
Ron Pope- A Drop in the Ocean
A drop in the ocean
A change in the weather
I was praying that you and me might end up together
It's like wishing for rain as I stand in the desert
But I'm holding you closer than most 'cause you are my heaven
I don't wanna waste the weekend
If you don't love me pretend
A few more hours then it's time to go
And as my train rolls down the east coast
I wonder how you keep warm
It's too late to cry
Too broken to move on
And still I can't let you be
Most nights I hardly sleep
Don't take what you don't need from me
It's just a drop in the ocean
A change in the weather
I was praying that you and me might end up together
Its like wishing for rain as I stand in the desert
But I'm holding you closer than most 'cause you are my heaven
Misplaced trust and old friends
Never counting regrets
By the grace of God I do not rest at all
And New England as the leaves change
The last excuse that I'll claim
I was a boy who loved a women like a little girl
And still I cant let you be
Most nights I hardly sleep
Don't take what you don't need from me
It's just a drop in the ocean
A change in the weather
I was praying that you and me might end up together
It's like wishing for rain as I stand in the desert
But I'm holding you closer than most 'cause you are my
Heaven doesn't seem far away anymore, no no
Heaven doesn't seem far away
Heaven doesn't seem far away anymore, no no
Heaven doesn't seem far away, oh oh
A drop in the ocean
A change in the weather
I was praying that you and me might end up together
It's like wishing for rain as I stand in the desert
But I'm holding you closer than most 'cause you are my heaven
You are my heaven
End Song
The crowd burst into applause at the end of the song. Tommen stands and claps while looking to Sansa who has a smile on her face. Alyx sighs before returning to his seat while Arianne giggles at him.
"Will you sing at our wedding?" Ask Arianne with a smile making Alyx groan and put his head down.
As the night begins to end Tommen is looking pale as a ghost. Alyx makes his way over to him and sits next tom him. Sansa leaves the table and walks around with her maids.
"What's the matter Tommen?" Ask Alyx already having an idea. Tommen looks to him before leaning over.
"What do I do if she." Says Tommen while muttering the last bit.
"What?" Ask Alyx wanting to make sure he is right.
"The bedding, what if she doesn't want to?" Ask Tommen while looking around making Alyx stifle his laughter.
"Then you wait for her." Says Alyx making Tommen nod his head. Suddenly the time has come and Tommen escorts Sansa to the room.
Yunkai
Daenerys, Jorah and Barristan hide behind a ruined building to spy on the encampment of the Second Sons, a professional mercenary company, the "powerful friends" the Yunkish have employed.
"We need not be concerned." Says Jorah making Daenerys look to him.
"They only have 2,000 soldiers." Assures Jorah. Barristan though is not convinced.
"Even though we outnumber them, The Second Suns are armored and mounted, enough to cause trouble for even the Unsullied." Says Barristan making Daenerys think of her options.
"Set up a meeting between me and the Second Suns." Orders Daenerys making Barristan nod.
A little while later, Daenerys hosts the captains Mero, a Braavosi also known as the Titan's Bastard, and Prendahl na Ghezn, a Ghiscari. Also in attendance is Prendahl's capable and striking lieutenant, Daario Naharis. The meeting is tense as Mero touches one of Daenerys's maids making the girl narrow her eyes.
"I am only a young girl who has just begun to learn the ways of war but I think we have the advantage." Says Daenerys making Mero laugh.
"Hopefully the old man is better with a sword then he is with his words." Says Daario making Daenerys look to him.
"You only have 8,000 Unsullied and no mounted troops." Says Daario with a roguish smile.
"Even if that were true, you must admit that the numbers don't favor you." Says Daenerys making Mero scoff.
"The Second Suns have faced worse odds and won." Says Mero making Jorah scoff.
"The Second Suns have faced worse odds and run." Counters Jorah making Daenerys smile.
"Or you could fight for me." Offers Daenerys making Mero look to her.
"Tempting as that is, we've already taken the slavers gold." Says Mero making the others nod.
"You condone slavery?" Ask Daenerys making the three look to her.
"You can't force freedom girl." Says Mero making Daenerys look to him.
"Your goal is noble but it will lead to more conflict." Says Daario.
"Besides' we've already signed a contract and we can't go back on it." Says Mero.
"If we did we would never be hired again." Says Prendahl.
"Work for me and you will have all the riches you want when I take the Seven Kingdoms." Says Daenerys. Her statement makes Mero laugh loud. Daario snickers while Prendahl laughs with Mero.
"You think you can take the Seven Kingdoms?" Ask Mero before laughing harder.
"You must have a death wish." Says Prendahl making Daenerys turn to him.
"The Prince Alyxandar has the largest army and three dragons," says Daario making Daenerys turn to him, "and the support of the people, but you think you can win?" Mero and Prendahl laugh harder before Mero stands.
"Enough, if you're still here in the morning we will fight." Says Mero still laughing before walking away.
Kings Landing
Alyx wakes to the chirping of birds before he sits up. He looks to his left to see Arianne and Kinvara before turning to his right and spotting Missandei. Alyx then carefully gets up and begins to dress himself. As he leaves the room he begins to walk down the hall. He suddenly stops when he sees Tywin.
"I need to speak to you." Says Tywin making Alyx nod his head. The two walk into Tywin's chambers were Alyx spots Tybolt standing. Alyx sits in a chair before Tywin closes the door and walks to his seat.
"So what is the problem?" Ask Alyx as Tywin sits down. Tybolt looks on and seems nervous.
"I've decided to name my heir to Casterly Rock." States Tywin making Alyx sigh.
"Listen grandfather, I won't force Uncle Jaime into this." Says Alyx only to be interrupted by Tywin.
"My heir will be Tybolt Lannister." Says Tywin making Tybolt shocked and Alyx suspicious.
"Why?" Ask Alyx making Tywin look to him.
"You have trained Tybolt in the ways of battle and I will train him in the ways of politics." Says Tywin making Alyx narrow his eyes.
"What about Lucian Lannister?" Ask Alyx making Tywin close his eyes.
"Lucian has too much anger and is not a politician." Says Tywin making Alyx nod his head.
"Where is Lucian anyway?" Ask Alyx making Tybolt laugh at his cousins' forgetfulness.
"He's in the Riverlands with the legions." Says Tywin making Alyx nod his head.
"I have called him back to Kings Landing, so he should be hear soon." States Tywin.
"Well I have no problem with your choice," says Alyx before looking to Tybolt, "he will make a good lord and I know I can count on him when I need to." Tybolt nods his head.
"Another matter we need to discuss is your marriage." Says Tywin making Alyx look to him.
"I will marry Arianne when this war stops." Says Alyx making Tywin look to him.
"And when will that be?" Ask Tywin making Alyx look away.
"Soon I have my legions preparing to end this war." Assures Alyx making Tywin look at him longer before nodding his head.
Kings Landing-Training Grounds
Alyx watched his opponent come towards him before dodging an overhead and kicking his opponent's sword away.
"Focus Tommen." Says Alyx making Tommen nod his head.
"Sorry I'm just distracted is all." Says Tommen with his head down.
"Yes I can tell," Says Alyx making Tommen flinch before Alyx rubs his head, "What's wrong little brother?"
"Nothing, it's just that Lady Sansa seems unhappy." Mutters Tommen making Alyx look to him.
"I think she is unhappy about us not announcing our marriage." Says Tommen making Alyx sigh
"I don't want to give our enemies any room to maneuver." Says Alyx making Tommen nod his head.
"Give her time Tommen," says Alyx making the younger brother look to him, "she will open up soon." Tommen smiles before Alyx tosses a practice sword in his hands.
Kings Landing- Gardens
Margaery sits with her grandmother and watched as she belittles the maids.
"Grandma must you be so mean." Says Margaery with a smile and sends the girls away.
"So how is the evil boy?" Ask Olenna making Margaery look to her.
"Still evil as can be." Says Margaery making her grandmother nod her head.
"The war will be ending soon." Says Olenna getting Margaery to look at her.
"How can you tell?" Ask Margaery as Olenna looks to the sky. She spots a bird flying by before she sighs.
"Just something in my bones that tells me so." States Olenna making Margaery smile.
"Well I hope it turns out to be true, I'm am tired of this war." Says Margaery as she wishes for peace to return no matter how brief.
Harrenhal
Roose Bolton sits in his study fully dressed before his chamber doors open and Harald Karstark enters the room. Harald sits down, opposite of Roose and pours himself a drink.
"Robb Stark is heading for the Twins and will be there soon." Says Roose making Harald nod his head.
"What about the Rick Rykker and Charles Weagan?" Ask Harald making Roose look to him.
"They've been quiet since the last engagement." Says Roose. After the battle with the Mormonts the legions have stayed where they are. No matter I will deal with them later. Thinks Roose.
"How can we trust the Freys?" Ask Harald making Roose look to him.
"Ordinarily we couldn't, but this is different." Says Roose making Harald scoff.
"For now we can trust them with this." Says Roose making Harald nod his head.
"Well then shall we head out?" ask Harald making Roose nod his head.
"Remember the plan and stay out of sight." Says Roose making Harald grin.
"And so the wolf walks into the trap." Says Harald with a laugh before the two men exit the castle and ride different ways.
Beyond The Wall
Samwell Tarly and Gilly continue on their journey to Castle Black, taking refuge in a destroyed cabin next to a heart tree. Sam was able to save Gilly from the deserters and escape Craster's Keep. As they begin to enter Samwell turns when he hears the sounds of crows. Sam sees two crows land and they begin to squawk loudly making Sam nervous.
"Is something wrong?" Ask Gilly making Sam look to her.
"No just my imagination is all." Assures Sam making Gilly nod her head.
"Must we stay here?" Ask Gilly while looking at the old cabin.
"It's getting dark and you need rest." Says Sam making Gilly reluctantly nod her head.
Later Sam struggles to light a fire making Gilly smile.
"How hard can it be to build a fire?" Ask a frustrated Sam making Gilly giggle.
"Come here so we can keep each other warm." Says Gilly making Sam look to her. After a while of talking Sam suggests that Gilly name her son, but she does not know any boy names. Sam gives her some examples, and also explains the difference between first and last names.
"Do you talk fancy on purpose to confuse me?" Snaps Gilly making Sam shake his head.
"I'm sorry I didn't think you- never mind, I'm sorry." Says Sam making Gilly stand and start a fire.
Suddenly, they are interrupted by a thunderous squawking of the crows. Sam and Gilly go outside to investigate, and discover hundreds of crows filling the nearby tree and on the structure itself screeching violently.
"What's wrong with them eh?" Ask Sam while Gilly becomes frightened. Sam feels something is wrong while unbeknownst to him the flame in his hand flickers and burns brighter.
"Go back inside," says Sam becoming more on guard as he pulls out his sword, "now go back!" Suddenly the crows stop making Sam look around. He hears crunching making him aware.
"Who's there, show yourself!" Orders Sam. He turns to the shadows as the fire in his hands begins to burn brighter before it flickers. Sam steps closer and the flame goes down before igniting back up. Sam sees something move before he drops the torch and draws his sword. The torch on the ground flickers still even though it is on the snow.
"It's come for my baby!" Says Gilly as she steps away. Sam watches as the creature moves forward.
"Stay back creature!" Shouts Sam. The Walker moves forward and grabs the blade of Sam's sword. The blade shatters in Sam's hands as he is thrown back. Sam lands in front of the torch and looks into the fire and suddenly draws a knife from his clothes. The fire burns brighter as if telling Sam what to do. Sam looks to see Gilly in trouble and rushes forward and slices into the back of the Walker. The Walker screeches in pain before shattering. The torch on the ground dims before going out completely.
Kings Landing-Dragonpit
Alyx sits while petting Gevives and Baelfyre before a screech on the wind snaps his eyes open. His dragons raise their heads and roar back and Gevives stands in front of Alyx. Alyx narrows his eyes at the shadows of the hall and stands. There in the shadows are the eyes that haunt his dreams. Blue eyes like ice stare back at him. Baelfyre stands to the left of Alyx and roars.
"You do not scare me creature." Says Alyx as the eyes seem to narrow in anger. The creature seems to make cracking noises making Alyx narrow his eyes. The room begins to turn cold before suddenly the torches across the room burn brighter.
"You will fail." Says Alyx as the eyes narrow. Suddenly a load roar sounds and Jörmungandr lands with a snarl from its lips. The eyes begin to flicker before Alyx steps forward.
"We will see each other again," says Alyx making the eyes look to him, "after all my old enemy, we have some unsettled business." The eyes in the shadows disappear before Alyx sighs in relief.
I thought I'd put where Arya is in the story so yeah.
Tommen and Sansa are now married but Alyx is keeping this secret for the time being.
Daenerys is still at Yunkai.
Also it Tybolt has been named Heir to Casterly Rock. How will Lucian respond to this? Lucian is the Bastard of Tywin that I put in Chapter 15.
Roose Bolton and Harald Karstark are on the move. Look out Robb Stark.
Till next time ;)