Robb returned to the area designated for the Northern delegation at Dragonstone and noticed that the Unsullied were taking care of that specific part of the Keep, contrary to the presence of Dothraki in the other rooms. This was a clear demonstration of respect for the formation of a mixed team. A good sign at least.
He quickly understood that the furthest room would belong to the King in the North at that time and recognized the voice of the Onion Knight. The council was gathered to analyze what this first meeting with the Mother of Dragons had provided.
Did you call the queen a child? – he bursts out laughing and clashes with the dismayed expressions of the others there – I asked Diana to be careful with her words, but I think it's best to let her speak next time, Jon.
This was only our first meeting with Queen Daenerys, it wouldn't be wise to think that we would convince her of the dangers we face by exchanging a few words with strangers – the princess tries to calm things down.
I understand everything you're saying, but we don't have time to hope that people will believe in the Night King's advance... And now we can't even return to the North immediately! - shouts the dissatisfied king.
I don't think anyone would allow you to commit the insanity of returning after a simple presentation. If we had time to sail for weeks to Dragonstone, we have at least a few days to try to improve our relationship with this queen. Before leaving with allies, we must avoid leaving with more enemies than when we arrived here... We saw those dragons, after all! - declares Robb.
If the Lannister army would never march North, Daenerys can reach and destroy Winterfell in a short time. I know that, believe me... However, you haven't seen what I saw and faced beyond the wall. Asking for calm when I can visualize this death march heading towards our home every time I close my eyes is too much, my brother - he lets himself fall, discouraged and too tired.
What's done is done. We cannot return to Winterfell, nor should we empty-handed, so I suggest we focus now on what we need to stop the Walker Army: dragonglass. We must not forget that we were invited to be here... They also need our support.
The Onion Knight's words reinstate a mission to be completed by the king as soon as possible, while the eldest brother is given the task of communicating the safe arrival to his sister, the current Protector of the North. With the providential help of Missandei, the couple easily finds a place to send a message to Sansa In the Name of the King in the North. This was the term agreed upon so that the sister could distinguish between letters signed by the eldest brother and those written by the King in the North himself.
Now tell me, what did the princess of Themyscira think of Queen Daenerys Targaryen? - the Amazon stops her walk to the top of the highest rock on the island and looks at her traveling companion.
I can share my impressions, if you also tell me what happened during that time. Do you really think I didn't notice the sudden change in your appearance, Young Wolf? Jon and Ser Davos may be fully focused on the mission, however, I see you. You're not going to force me to use the Lasso of Truth, are you? - and he smiles. It's been a long time since that smile appeared on the oldest Stark's face.
It's not easy to share something that I haven't assimilated yet, however, I can say that I met Melisandre here again and we exchanged a few words. She spoke again about my return, about our meeting and... Everything that may still happen to us, I confess that I don't know if I'm interpreting it in the best way... I'm almost convinced that this extra time that the New or Old Gods gave me is not about forgiveness or any particular search. It's something bigger than me, you and everything else... And maybe I can really make a difference if I know how to understand the signs this time.
We are living in a place that could define not only the present, but the entire future of this world. The signs seem increasingly evident with the resurgence of dragons after 300 years, the first intruder in Themyscira in thousands of years, our arrival at Castle Black when Jon was dealing with a betrayal... Which brings us back to Daenerys Targaryen. It's not easy to read someone who is trying so hard to make such a strong first impression.
Apparently she managed to impress you at first sight. Which I consider quite a feat, since Queen Hippolyta's daughter has read and lived much more than anyone in Westeros.
The Mother of Dragons wanted to sound and show herself to be very powerful, fierce and imposing. She was disconcerted when her brother sounded much more rational and said that they were not responsible for oaths or crimes committed by their respective ancestors. But Daenerys gave a very impressive speech about her own achievements in recent years – the warrior stops walking and looks at the dragons again.
I know a good part of the rumors attributed to Daenerys Targaryen and I'm sure these achievements didn't impress you much. But you are impressed by the figure and not by her reputation. – observes the northerner.
She has a different kind of strength, she easily influences the people around her. We are witnessing this here and now. Her brother impacted thousands of members of the Free Folk, she broke chains across the sea... I know that firm and fair leadership mobilizes, but example drags.
Robb noticed how his traveling companion was genuinely in awe of the queen who had managed to bring dragons back to the world of men. However, he had to keep quiet and answer the White Wolf's call. Alongside Ghost, Jon was returning from an important and decisive conversation with the last Targaryen in the world.
The Northmen could search for dragonglass and could even count on the help of the new inhabitants of Dragonstone. The former Commander of the Night's Watch confessed that he felt even more grateful when the Mother of Dragons suggested that the Unsullied follow the Northmen's side. Definitely, much easier companies to deal with and put up with than the Dothraki.
Jon Snow is going to mine the dragonglass. He has notes from maesters that indicate where it should be. Apparently, Princess Diana herself, advisor to the King in the North, said she would help with this mission. I still don't know what to think of her... - confesses Khaleesi.
She seems to be someone extremely versed in languages, she can even speak High Valyrian. She is an impressive person, but I liked knowing that a possible ally of Your Majesty considers female potential – Missadei confesses her admiration.
So, she is certainly not someone who goes unnoticed... There are countless rumors not only citing the princess's obvious beauty, but also her strength on the battlefield. Some say that she was essential for the victory in the Battle of the Bastards, but we know how much the Northmen let themselves be carried away by these superstitions...
What rumors, Varys? – asks the queen.
They say that she is faster than a well-aimed arrow and that she saved Ned Stark's youngest son from certain death on a occupied battlefield. They say that she was responsible for breaking down the gate and allowing Jon Snow and his wildlings to retake his family's castle... They say that she is the daughter of Queen Hippolyta herself.
Queen Hippolyta from the legends of the Ages of Heroes? She may be the daughter of a Queen Hippolyta, but obviously not of...
Of course, your majesty. That is the least unrealistic part of the rumors about the princess, but if she is willing to help with such exhausting manual labor, she must be quite an imposing warrior.
She would not be the first warrior in Westeros, much less in the North. Lady Brienne has sworn to serve and protect Catelyn Stark's daughters and is in Winterfell as one of the main advisors to Sansa, the new protector of the North - comments Tyrion.
What happened to the former Lady Stark? I heard that Ned Stark was killed by his nephew, the son of the Usurper, but never... – Daenerys seeks more information about the family of her possible new ally.
The Red Wedding took place, Your Majesty. Which proves that the Northmen are easily impressed and that their stories should always be questioned... – Varys comments on the narrative about the bloodbath caused by the Freys at the Twins.
Red Wedding? An inauspicious name for a wedding. – Missandei wisely points out.
Another bloody work of my father. He convinced a cowardly man to disregard the traditional vows of host, surprise and decimate the Northern army in a wedding ceremony.
Robb Stark was supposed to marry one of the old Frey's daughters, however, he broke his promise and was lured into a massacre. – recalls the hand of the queen.
He was surprised during the ceremony and saw the death of his allies, the child in his wife's womb and his own before being mortally wounded by several arrows. Catelyn Stark was beheaded soon after. They said that Robb Stark rode on the back of his giant wolf on the battlefield. They said that he himself could transform into a giant wolf to tear his enemies apart. He couldn't and they never found his body... - comments the Spider.
My father was furious when he didn't receive the head of one of the kings who dared to question his power. Rumors are that the Freys thought it would be funny to sew the Giant Wolf's head onto Robb Stark's body, but that could only be a foolishness invented by someone who didn't have the ability to finish a disgusting job... - reports Tyrion.
Your father ordered an army to be massacred... No, a family at a wedding? That's... Repulsive! - shouts the Mother of Dragons!
That's why Jon Snow is a natural ally for our cause, your majesty. Jon Snow may be blindly thinking about a supposed army of the dead, but he won't miss the chance to avenge his own if he gets the chance along the way. Not only him, but Sansa is also eager for the chance to settle the score with my sister in King's Landing!
I cannot have as an ally a man who refuses to recognize my right to claim the Iron Throne!
Jon Snow is not proud, your majesty. Your generous gesture should bear fruit soon. He will keep himself busy for a considerable period of time and will give us the opportunity to devise a strategy to recover the lost territory. - Tyrion's plan is completely cut short by the queen, who decided to go to the battle.
Jon Snow can keep all the dragon glass he finds, but enough with clever plans. I have three huge dragons, it's time to use them!