Chapter 205 Dorne’s request for marriage

Rhaenys was stunned for a moment, her face showed disappointment, and she sighed: "Go back to the camp and talk."

She didn't think there was any strategy that could turn the situation around.

It's just that the kingdom's support will have to be delayed for some time.

Rhaegar understood his aunt's thoughts, but since there were so many people with mixed eyesight, he didn't explain too much.

On the way, Rhaenys talked about the defeat.

Tailan and others were surrounded by pirates from the Three Women's Kingdom and suffered heavy casualties.

Sea Snake led troops to ask for help, but was dragged down.

The enemy prepared hundreds of scorpion crossbows on the ship and on the shore, restricting Melias and Haiyan from using their full strength.

During the battle, Sea Snake was besieged and was covered with wounds.

He is still lying unconscious in the tent with a high fever.

Entering the simple temporary meeting camp, commanders from all realms were present.

Including Weimund, who had one arm hanging, and Cole, who had changed into ordinary armor.

Lannino and Aegon were away.

The two of them are responsible for patrolling on dragons to prevent sneak attacks from the Three Women Kingdom.

Seeing the majestic Rega walking into the tent, everyone stood up and stared at him closely.

The sea snake was seriously injured and unconscious, and Tailan was imprisoned.

The army has long been demoralized and is in urgent need of a man of sufficient weight to lead it.

"Prince...Prince..."

Commanders from various places had different expressions and opened their mouths to greet them.

"In urgent matters, follow authority. Sirs, there is no need to be too polite."

They were all acquaintances. Lei Jia did not show any courtesy and glanced at these people one by one.

Plop——

Cole walked quickly to him and knelt down straight on the ground.

Under Rhaegar's cold gaze, he said desperately: "Prince, my sin is unforgivable and I am no longer worthy of wearing a white robe."

"As long as you know."

Lei Jiahan said: "My father asked you to command the king and lead the army. You were born as a soldier and served as the commander of the Kingsguard, but you broke the law and killed thousands of soldiers."

"After being escorted back to King's Landing, I will take the initiative to plead guilty and pay for my sins."

Cole's voice was harsh and he lowered his head in despair.

His was not just a crime.

It also stained the white robe on the back.

Lost the honor and dignity of being the Kingsguard.

"Just take care of yourself."

Rhaegar stepped around him and walked to the conference table.

Rhaenys followed his footsteps and glanced at Cole coldly, with great contempt.

A Kingsguard who cannot keep his oath is indeed unworthy of silver armor and white robes.

Rhaegar came to the table and spoke directly without sitting down: "My lords, in this war on the Stone Step Islands, we have fallen into a disadvantage and we must regain our strength."

"What do you have in mind, prince?"

A solemn middle-aged man spoke. His breastplate was engraved with a hanging dark purple grape on a blue background.

That is the emblem of the Redwin family of the Arbor.

Rhaegar attached great importance to this person and said: "Based on the current situation, I have initially formulated a strategy, which I have full authority to deploy."

"What is it?"

Spike Redwin asked in confusion.

"Now is not the time to speak out."

Rhaegar said nothing and explained: "The feasibility of the plan lies in letting nature take its course and waiting patiently."

"What do we need to do? We can't just let a large group of us wait?"

Spike frowned and asked rigorously.

The Arbor Island has the strongest fleet in the Reach.

Looking at Westeros, only House Velaryon and House Celtigar have greater maritime power than House Redwyne.

Rhaegar pondered for a while and said, "I need a bait."

As soon as this statement came out, everyone present looked at each other.

Finally, Bartimos of the Celtija family spoke: "Prince, what are the conditions for the bait?"

House Celtigar is the longest-serving Targaryen family besides House Velaryon.

At the beginning of the Stone Step Islands War, Bartimus led troops to help.

Rhaegar replied: "Since it is bait, it will be eaten at any time?"

"Well……"

Bartimus was startled when he heard this and could not speak.

The war has reached this point, and every family has suffered heavy casualties.

If you act as a bait, you may damage all the fleet you bring out.

Cole, who was kneeling on the ground, suddenly raised his head and shouted: "I'll go! I'll be the bait!"

Rhaegar turned to look at him without saying a word.

"Let me go, prince."

Cole trembled all over and said excitedly: "I don't want to be hanged or sent to the Great Wall. Please let me atone for my sins, do my last bit for the kingdom, and die on the battlefield!"

He also had hopes for the glory of the Kingsguard.

He didn't want to die in embarrassment. Only death in battle was worthy of a knight's life.

Rhaegar studied him, thinking.

Bartimus's green pupils flashed, he leaned close to Rhaegar's ear and whispered: "Prince, why not give Sir Christon a chance?"

It is better to use someone who is not afraid of death as bait than to choose among a group of them.

Hearing this, Rhaegar glanced at Bartimus and sneered: "Okay, leave this task to Cole!"

At this point, the negotiation is almost over.

Rhaegar said no more and listened to the analysis of the battle situation from those present.

This battle on the Stone Step Islands was so ups and downs that it grabbed everyone's heart.

…

King's Landing, Red Keep.

In the throne room, all the ministers of the Royal Council are here.

Viserys wears a golden crown and sits on the Iron Throne.

"Setel Dayne of Starfall City, the envoy of the Prince of Dorne."

The door opened wide, and the Kingsguard announced the identity of the visitor.

A tall young man with black hair and dark skin wearing a yellow robe walked into the hall.

He is the messenger from Dorne.

It was originally planned to be hosted by Rhaegar, but now Viserys personally came forward.

Leonor stood under Viserys and said in a deep voice: "You are standing here, King Viserys I of the Targaryen family, king of the Andals, Rhoynar and the First Men, ruler of the Seven Kingdoms and In front of the entire territory guard.”

This is a prefix unique to the King of the Seven Kingdoms.

Setel Dane was startled by so many prefixes, and his solemn face moved.

He walked to the center of the hall, looked at Viserys, and bowed: "Prince Keoron Martell sends you my sincere greetings, Your Majesty of the Seven Kingdoms."

"Discourteous! When you meet His Majesty, you should kneel down and bow!"

Leonor's expression changed and he scolded with great force.

Settle narrowed his eyes slightly and frowned: "The Dornish people never kneel."

"presumptuous!"

Leonor He shouted loudly and continued to make things difficult.

Viserys waved his hand to signal him to calm down, and said, "Messenger of Dorne, why are you here?"

Leonor glanced at him and closed his mouth.

His original intention was to show off his power and kill the envoy of Dorne.

There is also aversion to it.

The Targaryen dynasty and Dorne went through several wars that rocked Westeros for a hundred years.

Many nobles died at the hands of the Dornishmen.

Especially in the Reach and Stormlands.

As the royal prime minister, Leonor naturally didn't like having many benefactors.

Hearing Viserys's inquiry, Settle adjusted his facial expression and said solemnly: "Prince Keoron is tired of war and wants to fight for peace through communication."

"Oh, Ke Olun has supported the Three Women's Kingdom's invasion of the Stepstone Islands several times. At this time, he understands the value of peace!?"

Viserys frowned and asked loudly.

During the last battle on the Stepstone Islands, Keoron led an army to resist the combined forces of Daemon and Corliss.

This time on the Stepstone Islands, although Keoron did not show up, Dornish soldiers did appear on the battlefield.

Halfway through the war, Koolen asked for peace.

Why don't you take the Targaryen dynasty seriously?

Even with evil intentions.

Settle said: "Your Majesty, war will only bring harm to each other. Prince Keolen is sincere, otherwise I would not take the risk to come."

In the current period, the relationship between the Targaryen dynasty and Dorne is on fire.

When Dornishmen enter the royal territory, the local people will reject and besiege them.

News of the Dornish messengers did not spread.

Otherwise, a large number of vassals would remonstrate and execute the so-called envoys.

After hearing this, Viserys asked: "The Iron Throne has always been about peace. Has Keorun decided to withdraw its troops?"

"Yes, Prince Keolen has this intention."

Settle admitted directly and said: "Your Majesty, in order to ensure long-term peace between the two parties, the prince has a request."

"Peace was proposed by Dorne, how can you have the face to propose conditions to His Majesty on the Iron Throne?"

Leonor stood up and objected with sharp words.

Dorne's request for peace was simply a sinister intention.

If Your Majesty agrees for the sake of peace, the other party will definitely open his mouth and make unreasonable demands.

It turns out that Leonor knows Viserys very well.

After an argument between him and Sethel, Viserys interrupted.

He said impatiently: "What do you want from Ke Olun?"

From Viserys' point of view, the current war situation was unfavorable and there was no problem in exchanging peace with reasonable conditions.

Settle glanced at Leonor proudly and said: "Prince Keolen's princess has been dead for many years, and she wants to marry a Targaryen princess, and the two parties will form a marriage."

"Don't even think about it!"

As soon as he finished speaking, someone immediately objected severely.

Viserys turned his head and saw Rhaenyra's face was cold.

There were more than just royal ministers in the hall.

Rhaenyra, Allison, and Jeyne are also there.

The three of them have noble status, the princess and queen of Dragonstone Island, the Duke of the Eagle's Nest...

Fully qualified to participate in the meeting with the Dornish envoy.

At this time, Allison also looked bad and was picking his fingers secretly.

Setel, who was scolded, looked at Rhaenyra calmly, bowed and asked, "Is this silver-haired lady the princess?"

"That's right."

Rhaenyra was wearing a black dress and said proudly: "I am the eldest princess of Viserys I, the princess of Dragonstone. On behalf of the kingdom, I reject Dorne's marriage request."

Setel frowned slightly and asked Viserys: "Your Majesty, may your daughter make a decision on behalf of the king?"

Viserys ignored him and met Rhaenyra's complicated gaze.

He promised Rhaenyra not to interfere with her marriage.

After hesitating, Viserys said: "She is my daughter, I respect her opinion, and she will not engage in any marriage."

No matter what, he would not marry Rhaenyra.

He remembered the agreement.

He also knew the eldest son’s thoughts.

If Rhaenyra were to be married off, Rhaegar would cause a stir when he returned to King's Landing.

After hearing the words, Setel thought for a while and heard the implication.

He asked cautiously: "Your Majesty, if I remember correctly, you should have two daughters?"

"Viserys!"

This time it was Allison's turn to get excited and exclaim.