The Rise of Dragons | Aemond Targaryen

Chapter 2

It  wasn't supposed to be amusing to see Daemon's face scrunch up in disgust and then to see him blanch at the scathing look Rhaenyra gave him. "Don't worry, Your Grace. It will not come to pass."

I did laugh at the relieved look he gave me. Even though it was absolutely terrifying to be here, it feels almost like home. I was quite unhappy with my.... previous life but there are people I will mourn. It's something I will do in private and not in front of Rhaenyra and Daemon.

"Are you really not a Targaryen bastard then? You look identical to Rhaenys," Daemon questioned.

I rolled my eyes. "I mean I guess I am a bastard, but not a Targaryen one. Though it really doesn't matter where I come from."

That seemed to intrigue both of them. Rhaenyra however seemed more wistful. "I worry for my children, Lyna. I am ashamed that I was the one to put them in danger."

"Don't be ashamed, Your Grace. This war would've happened regardless of who you married. Alicent and her father desperately want their blood on the throne. If you had married Daemon at the start, they would've fed your father lies about how Daemon would control you which would be believable if they didn't know you," I explained.

"And you know us?"

I hesitated to answer because the truth is ludicrous. I can't exactly tell them I watched them through a screen. "Extremely well but as I said before you wouldn't believe me and you're better off not knowing. Just know that I am your greatest ally."

They both nodded when I felt something that was not my own. It was anger but it was faint. Realizing it was Balerion, I stood up. "Can one of you escort me outside? My dragon is.. not happy at the moment."

"Of course. I'll call a council meeting while my husband goes with you," the Queen commanded.

Realizing something I turned to go to Rhaenyra. I whispered, "If it's who I think it is, ride Syrax to the bridge as soon as possible. Remember, showing mercy will not be the wise choice."

Daemon didn't look too happy to be walking with me. I'm honestly surprised he didn't question me on what I told the Queen. I tried to walk as slow as possible which I could tell was making him angrier by the minute. I had to give the Princess time to go on Syrax. Realizing I was next to pretty much a legend I wanted to take the time to ask him questions, but  Balerion's discomfort was getting worse. if I had to guess, people were near him. It was confirmed when there was a warning growl in the distance.  Both Daemon and I stopped in our tracks when they saw Otto and his guards. The first order of business is to cut the head off the snake. I could feel Balerion through our bond and I can tell he was was waiting for me.

I smiled deviously on the outside. "This will be fun." Though on the inside, I'm panicking. This wasn't supposed to happen for at least a day. Did I get my days wrong?

Daemon matched her smile and stepped forward. Before he could say anything Otto had said, "I have come at the behest of the dowager Queen Alicent, mother of King Aegon, second of his name, lord and protector of the Seven Kingdoms. I've been directed to deliver her message only to Princess Rhaenyra."

"Princess? She is now Queen," mocked Daemon.

Otto ignored him. "Where is the Princess?"

It was timed so perfectly. Queen Rhaenyra looked fierce upon Syrax. It was unlike anything I have ever seen or read before. They greatly understated her beauty and didn't do her justice at all. It was like her entire being demanded respect. She landed several feet away and walked to where they were standing.

"Princess Rhaenyra-" Otto started.

Rhaenyra had cut him off. "I'm Queen Rhaenyra now, and you all are traitors to the realm."