Song of Ice and Fire

The Rogue Prince

Y/n POV

After uncle king Viserys banished my father to Runestone and named Rhaenyra heir to the Iron Throne, my uncle asked me to attend the council meetings. So right now I'm in the meeting discussing whatever they talked about. "Ser Ryam was a strong Lord Commander of the Kingsguard. But he was ill for some time. He passed it peace, I hope." Viserys said as Rhaenyra filled up his cup with wine and then went to me and filled my cup making me look at her and smiled which she did smile back at me before I focused on the meeting. "Yes, your Grace. He was found to have passed gently in his sleep. His remains are being prepared by the silent sisters. The succeeding Lord Commander, Ser Harrold, would like to make haste in finding Ser Ryam's replacement on the Kingsguard." Grand maester Mellos said.

"Your grace. My lords. My prince. The kindsguard must soon be restored to its full complement of seven. With the help of the Hand, I've invited a number of fine candidates to court. All have passed fair trials." Ser Harrold told us. Just then the doors opened and in came storming in was Lord Corlys. "Four ships have now been lost. The last one was flying my banner." Lord Corlys said as he walked up to the table. "The Stepstones have now grown into a conflagration, yet you sit here and dither about court business." Lord Corlys told Viserys angrily. I know he wants us to go to war in the Stepstones and I think it's a good idea. "If you've something to discuss, lord Corlys. . ." Otto said before getting interrupted by Lord Corlys. "I want to know what is to be done about my ships and my men." Lord Corlys said. "The crown will compensate you for your ship and crew, and make an offering to the men's families." Otto said talking for Viserys. "I don't want compensation. I want to seize the Stepstones by force and burn out this Crabfeeder." Lord Corlys argued.

"I am not prepared to start a war with the Free Cities." Viserys told him. Why is uncle Viserys so weak that he doesn't want to go to war with this Crabfeeder who kills people for his gain? "These pirates are not the Free Cities." Lord Corlys said. "Who do you think provides them with their ships and tender?" Viserys asked him. "In all of its history, my lord, the Seven Kingdoms have never entered open war with the free cities. Were that to happen, the losses would be incalculable." Lord Beesbury explained to him while I shook my head in annoyance at these lords ignoring the problem that Lord Corlys is trying to tell us. Lord Corlys walked up to Lord Beesbury. "What reason does the Crabfeeder have to fear us?" Lord Corlys asked the old man.

Lord Corlys then turned to King Viserys. "The king's own brother has been allowed to seize Dragonstone and fortify it with an army of his gold cloaks. Daemon has squatted there for over half a year without even a protest from the crown." Lord Corlys explained. "I'll caution you, lord Corlys, a seat at the king's table does not make you his equal." Otto told him. I don't know why he said that even though he's hand of the king doesn't mean anything, he's still a second son who will inherit nothing. "I have acted, Corlys. I've sent envoys to Pentos and Volantis to see if we might find common cause. Ships and men are at the ready. The Stepstones will be settled in time." Viserys told him. I then hear my little dragon speak up. "You have dragon riders, father." Rhaenyra said making us look at her as I gave her a proud smile.

"Send us." Rhaenyra said. "I agree with Rhaenyra, your Grace. You can send us and we'll take out the Crabfeeder." I told him. Everyone was silent as they looked at each other while Corlys gave me a nod that he appreciated me coming to his side. I looked to Rhaenyra who gave me a smile and then I turned back to Viserys. "It isn't that simple, Rhaenyra, Y/n." Viserys said to us. "It would be a show of force." Rhaenyra said. "At least the princess and prince has a plan." Lord Corlys said. "I only meant that we should at least. . ." Rhaenyra started before getting interrupted by Otto. "Perhaps, uh there's some better use for the princess's talents, your Grace." Otto said to Viserys. I wanted to strangle Otto right now trying to brush off Rhaenyra, she's an heir to the throne she should have something to say, but no just because she doesn't have a cock between her legs doesn't mean she can get brushed off like that.