Eddard Stark

He had just finished re reading the letter as his wife was looking over the letter on her own now with a mixture of feelings. Not a second later the door to his solar opened up for Lyarra and Robb to come walking in, with Brandon and Rickon moving to the side, as Arthur closed the door.

"A letter has come in from King's Landing" he started gaining the rooms attention. "As you know Jon Aryn has passed away. The King has come here for talks and offers to link our houses." He finished as he could see Lyarra look at him in terror. Robert was one of the men who absolutely terrified her. He sought her death and was actively seeking the death of her aunt and uncle in Esso's.

"He will come seeking you to become his Hand" spoke out Catelyn to which Eddard nodding in agreement.

"Aye. And the joining of our houses means most likely marriage. Robb is already married so its most likely Sansa and the Crown Prince Joffrey Baratheon"

"Our daughter will be Queen of the Seven Kingdoms" spoke Catelyn happy about that but another thing was worrisome. "Will the King cause problems because of Lyarra?"

"I know he will, and it will be difficult to reign him in with Jon no longer with us. But these are my lands. My castle" he then looks at Lyarra. "You are my good-daughter. He will respect you and treat you fairly" he reassured Lyarra who felt slightly better.

"I will make preparations. A lot of work needs to be done to host them" said Catelyn

"Good. Lyarra you are to do only small things to help her. Nothing too stressful. And when they arrive you are to never be alone. You must have either myself, Robb, Brandon, Rickon, Catelyn, or Ser Artur with you at all times. I know how much control you have over Winter and Ghost so I will allow you to have them by your side at all times. The others must be locked up or placed in the Weirwoods" commanded Eddard and with that preparation had begun.

Lyarra had only done small tasks due to her pregnancy but in return she helped with taking care of the youngest sibling Cregan. He could be seen most of the time next to her leg holding her hand. Something Lyarra excel at doing was taking care of her younger cousins and kids.

With everyone completing their preparation, it wasn't long before the day arrived, and the King's party could be seen approaching. The family and guards were lined up to receive them with the Lord and Lady of the house in front. Next to them was Robb and then herself. Brandon and Rickon standing next to her with Sansa following with the other two siblings.

The royal party had stop inside with the man of her nightmares leading the way from on top of his horse.

King Robert Baratheon

He had gained a massive amount of weight to the point that he needed assistance getting off the horse. But he is still the most powerful man in the seven kingdoms. If he wanted her dead, she would be dead.

Robert stepping up to the family as they all kneel before him and stood up on his command. Looking at Eddard he examined his form. "Looks like you gain some weight" he spoke as Eddard gave him an amused look and made his eyes signal to Robert's belly. It was quite for a second before the two laughed and hugged each other.

"Winterfell is yours, your grace" he smiled releasing his hand.

Moving to Catelyn he gave her a smile and a hug, happy to see her in good health. Next was Robb who he looked upon him with a proud look.

"Look how much you grown. A man well trained and ready for battle" he stated with a smile.

"Thank you, your grace. I have trained and been prepared well for lordship. And on my way to having a family of my own" answered Robb holding Lyarra's hand while placing a hand on her growing stomach.

Looking at her, he gave her a glare full of hatred but said nothing. "Your grace" she stated giving a light curtsy and looked down to avoid eye contact. It was at that moment the whole courtyard paused. Tense on what Robert would do or say.

"Congratulations" he growled out to her before moving onto the others as the Queen with her kids came out the carriage escorted by the Kingsguard Jaime Lannister. The Queen moved to greet the Lord and his family. When she came to greet her, she just stared down at her. Neither with kindness nor hatred. Just staring and examining her as if she was looking at something different.

"Ned, come. I want to pay my respects" called out Robert as the Queen looked at him startled.

"We only just arrived. I'm sure we-"

"-Ned" he interrupted ignoring her and forcing the lord to comply. As the two moved to the crypts the Queen could only stare at Robert, shamed by his actions.

With the Queen distracted, Robb used this chance to hug Lyarra to his side and escort her away to their chambers. While escorting he couldn't help but to notice the crown prince looking at them. Or to be more precise Lyarra. A look he didn't like. A look of nefarious ideas and wants.

Crypt

Robbert and Eddard were looking at a statue in silence. This area was for respecting the dead but in return gave the almost privacy.

"She doesn't belong here in the dark. She belongs in the sun with me" started Robert

"She's a Stark. This is where she belongs like those before her" answered Ned

"I see myself killing him all the time. In my dreams. Driving the Targaryen out"

"They are dead and gone"

"Not all of them" he answered with a glare to which Ned returned. "Robert" he started to warn. "I don't mean her. I know under your care she was raised right and loyal with a fine man by her side. I'm talking about the other in Esso" he explained to Ned signaled for him to explain more.

"Ah, you were not part of the Small Council and information outside the seven kingdoms rarely concerns the North. You have your own issues. The two Targaryen's that went to Esso grew up to be the biggest threat to my Kingdoms. That beggar Viserys sold his sister as a bride to a Dothraki Lord. Powerful one too. The promise of winning the crown for them"

"The Dothraki don't cross anything their horse can't drink from. And if they do cross, we will throw them back into the sea."

"I would have agreed with you in the past, but things changed. That fucker Viserys was murdered by their leader. Somehow that fucking Dothraki leader died as well leading to the girl Daenerys to become leader. Then the bitch brought dragons back into the world. Three fucking dragons" he growled clenching his fists as Ned looked at him shocked.

"Surely you jest"

"You don't know how much I wish it to be some joke but it's not. Spies and numerous of people witness it. It's been getting worse by the day. My Lord Commander resigns and disappears. Fleeing to her service most likely. Then she claims ownership of an army of slave soldiers. Unsullied. Followed by the mercenary company the Second sons.

She has three armies and three dragons now. The only thing she needs is boats and then she would be sailing here as soon as she is ready. I'm sure Dorne will join her allegiance and maybe even the Reach. War is coming Ned, and it will be bigger than the last few we had. I'm thinking of all options to prepare for this. One is making you my Hand"

"Dragon" muttered Ned shock and worried

"Yes. I had all information gathered about them to find solution to killing them. Scorpions work while they are young until they reach a certain age. Then the only weak spots are the neck and eyes. Later just the fucking eyes. At that point scorpion bolts just do bruises and scrapes. A lucky shot with a scorpion or another dragon. All the Maesters say the same thing. If she is smart, she will wait until they are grown enough for scorpions to be useless to them" he explained angered and stressed.

Ned thought this over, before his eyes widen. Lyarra. "No. I am not allowing you to use Lyarra to try to claim one of Deanery's dragons. She would have her killed or kidnapped before she even gets close."

"No, we wouldn't do that. We have written reports on what Danearys done to hatch her eggs. I had all dragon eggs that could be found delivered to me. Using the reports and leftover notes, I want Lyarra to hatch a set of dragons to defend the seven kingdoms."

"You want her to get involve in this war more than she will be? On the front lines?"

"What choice do I have! Only a Targaryen can hatch a dragon egg and control a dragon. All others will fail and die. She is of these lands, and she will do her duty as her King commands of her" he demanded.

"She is doing her duty! She married my son like you demanded. Learn our customs. Pregnant with my heir's heir. But you want to send a soon to be mother to attempt the impossible and if done to the front lines?!"

"Yes. The Small Council has also agreed with this. If you become my Hand, at least you can do whatever you can to make her safe. If the other option for Hand Tywin Lannister takes the position, it will be a lot worse for her" he warned.

"You are not leaving me with much of a choice" muttered Eddard looking down.

"Accept the position. We can even unite our lines like we wanted to do in the past. My heir and your daughter" he offered.

Robb and Lyarra's Chambers

Closing the door after the dire wolves entered, Robb turned to see Lyarra sit down in a couch chair to breathe out a sign of relief. The wolves laid down in the room to relax as well, not paying attention to his actions.

"You are making me so much heavier my love" smiled Lyarra rubbing her large belly as Winter moved much closer to her for pets and comfort.

"Every pet you have seems to grow larger than their recorded size. Is this some Targaryen magic?" he teased walking up to her and placing his hands on the chair's arm rest and leaning down over her.

"Maybe. Maybe I used it on you to make you mine" she teased back as he chuckled and gave her a kiss. "You have guest to entertain. I'll be fine here, and they are not my pets. They are our kids" she added at the end to his smile.

"Aye. With many more to come?" he questioned

She gave him a bright smile and a nod. "I hope to have many kids" she answered.

"I can't wait" he finished heading for the door. "Grey Wind" he called out gaining the dire wolf's attention. "Stay here and protect mother" he ordered to which Grey Wind got up and laid down by her feet next to Winter and Ghost. Now he just had to entertain the royal guests.

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