Chapter 13 Specious Answer
"This is the prophecy of A Song of Ice and Fire."
Viserys explained patiently: "Before Aegon died, the last fire wizard in Valyria hid his song in a dagger."
"Knowing this is a responsibility and a heavy burden."
"More important than the throne and the king!"
As he spoke, he watched Rhaegar's every move.
Under the bright firelight, the shadows of the father and son were lengthened and enlarged.
As the wind blows the flames, they twist and change.
Rhaegar blinked and was at a loss: "A Song of Ice and Fire? I thought this was a superstition made up in the book."
He does know A Song of Ice and Fire.
When I was exploring this dragon-horn dagger, the system prompt mentioned that the song of ice and fire was recorded in the dagger.
And the relics obtained from the exploration are called "the warning of the sages."
Now it seems that it has profound meaning.
Viserys said solemnly: "The prophecy is real. I hope you can keep it in your heart and always be wary of the unknown darkness and cold winter."
"I will, Father."
Rhaegar didn't know what was going on, but he realized what was at stake.
Viserys walked around the brazier and hesitated: "I once asked Rhaenyra a question. Do you want to know what it is?"
"What is it?"
What his father said became more and more profound. Rhaegar couldn't understand it and subconsciously asked questions.
"About dragons, thoughts on dragons!"
At this point, Viserys had no reason to stop and continued: "Dragons are ancient creatures that have followed the Targaryen family since ancient Valyria. They are great but flawed."
"What do you think of this?"
Rhaegar shook his head: "My dragon eggs haven't hatched yet, and my sister refused to take me on a dragon ride. The closest thing I have to a dragon is Balerion's skull."
As a Targaryen, he has his own dragon eggs.
From a giant dragon called Dreamfire.
Rhaenyra personally selected him from the dragon's lair before he was born.
After so many years, the dragon egg showed no sign of hatching.
Viserys didn't care about this and emphasized: "It doesn't matter, you just need to tell me what you think about dragons."
Looking at his father's serious expression.
Rhaegar knew this was important.
Think back to Balerion's massive skull.
Even without scales and flesh, the pressure brought by facing the skull is still strong.
And the dragon egg that belongs to him.
Baked in a special oven, it is not afraid of high temperatures and has a firm texture.
It is very different from the bird eggs and chicken eggs I have seen.
Finally there is Rhaenyra.
She was able to fly with a dragon at the age of 7 and became a dragon knight.
Every time I see her and be intimate with her.
Rhaegar could smell the faint smell of sulfur.
He knew that it was the smell of dragon.
After pondering for a while, Rhaegar organized his words and replied: "The dragon is the most powerful controllable weapon in the world. Even though Aegon the Conqueror had amazing wisdom and courage, he rode on the back of a dragon to unify the seven kingdoms."
"Dragons are dangerous, but only by harnessing them can a Targaryen rise above ordinary men."
"Otherwise, you will surely fall from the Iron Throne."
This is what he means.
This is also the most objective view he can give at the moment.
After listening carefully, Viserys showed a hint of relief on his face and asked again: "If one day you ride a dragon and face the rebellion of the disrespectful ones, how should you deal with it?"
"Burn them!"
Rhaegar spat out this sentence without thinking.
"You said dragons were dangerous?"
Viserys frowned.
Rhaegar didn't realize anything was wrong: "But without the dragon, Targaryen's majesty will not be able to intimidate Xiao Xiao."
"When necessary, dragon flames will destroy those who disobey, leaving only one voice in Westeros."
Viserys fell silent upon hearing his eldest son's will.
Subjectively, Rhaegar was right.
The reason why the Targaryen family can become the kings of the Seven Kingdoms is that the help of dragons is indispensable.
But when I think of the prophecies of A Song of Ice and Fire.
He didn't want to rely too much on the dragon.
Ancient Valyria could never satisfy her greed and desire because of her self-control in controlling the dragon.
It brought about a natural disaster that would destroy the world.
He thought of years ago, on the eve of the establishment of Rhaenyra as heir.
He asked the same question.
Rhaenyra's answer was not far removed from Rhaegar's original answer.
But Rhaenyra had a more thorough understanding of the relationship between dragons and Targaryens.
She doesn't think she can gain everything by riding a dragon.
Her character is very similar to that of her father, Viserys. They both dislike war and are strict with themselves.
On the other hand, Rhaegar's answer was similar to that of a person.
Daemon Targaryen.
His biological brother.
To be honest, for a while, he considered making Daemon his heir.
Put aside the disloyal and unjust things that Dimon did to himself.
Damon's views on dragons are very extreme.
The dragon is the sword in his hand.
The so-called sharp weapon is in hand, and the murderous intention arises.
With this unparalleled weapon in his hand, sooner or later he will be unable to restrain his desire and take the initiative to provoke a war.
For some reason, Viserys felt jealous.
With Rhaegar's puzzled expression, he said calmly: "I understand what you mean. Don't forget the prophecy of the Song of Ice and Fire. Go down and rest first."
Rega did not ask further questions and said sensibly: "Okay, you should drink less, father."
Viserys smiled kindly and watched him walk out of the camp.
The faces were blurred against the dim firelight.
…
After leaving the camp, the midday sun hit my face.
Rhaegar was so stung that he couldn't open his eyes.
A shadow covered him, blocking him from the dazzling light.
"Sir Alec."
Rhaegar tilted his head and saw clearly the person blocking the light.
Alik held his white robe over the little prince's head with one hand and said sincerely: "Thank you for interceding for my brother, prince."
Rhaegar shook his head slightly: "Don't say that. I coerced Ilic to take me out of the camp. He shouldn't take the responsibility for me."
"The Kingsguard followed the king's orders. My brother failed in his duty. It was a grave mistake."
Alik was a very clever man, aware of the prince's position in the king's heart, and respected him very much.
"Where's Ser Ilic?"
Rhaegar changed the topic.
Alik said: "There was a commotion at Yingkou just now. He went to check the situation."
"If it's lively, I'll go and see it too."
Rhaegar became interested and did not forget to warn: "My father is still inside, Sir, please pay more attention."
"The duty lies."
Alec raised his hand in salute.
…
Away from the king's tent, Rhaegar did not immediately go to see the excitement.
First, we picked through the various snacks and barbecue tables and ate until we were seven to seven cents full.
On the way early in the morning, he only drank a few sips of water.
Pity him, this motherless child.
"Rhaegar!"
As they were waiting around a barbecue grill, Rhaenyra's voice came from behind.
Rhaegar turned his head, startled.
At this moment, Rhaenyra was covered in blood, and her silver hair was dyed black with dried blood, as if she had just experienced a fight.
"Rhaenyra, how could you do this!"
Rhaegar couldn't care less about eating meat, so he ran forward with his short legs.
"I looked for you yesterday, but unfortunately I couldn't find you."
Rhaenyra knocked on his head and threatened: "You have to call me sister. Rhaenyra is not the one you should call, and you shouldn't run around."
"You still don't care what those fake tricks are doing. Where are you injured? Is it serious?"
Rhaegar looked at her injuries worriedly.
Rhaenyra pushed him away and said calmly: "This is not my blood. I am not injured."
