The Gentle Queen: HOTD

Treacherous |34|

"Has anybody ever told you you're nearly as pretty as your brother?" Daemon asked as he danced with Laena Velaryon, making her laugh slightly.

"You flatter me, My Prince; I was sorry to hear about your lady wife," she said, looking up at him.

"Don't be, I wasn't. My lady was never very kind to me, nor was I in truth." He countered, making him hum. "And please, no need for titles; Daemon is just fine," he added, making her smile.

"Very well, Daemon, you and Lilly are close, are you not?" She asked, making a small smile come across his face.

"Yes, I see her as a daughter or a sister; her own father is well-known."

"is a two-faced cunt that deserves a painful and slow death." Laena cut him off, smirking, making him laugh and nod.

"Yes, exactly that. You two are close. I mean, she named her daughter after you." Daemon acknowledged admiring her as a soft and happy smile graced her face.

"Yes, she did. I was truly honored, Lilly, and we have become quite close over the last few years. I make certain that I visit at least once a month."

"Thank you for being a true friend to her," Daemon whispered, making her nod.

"I know who it was," Joffrey whispered to Laenor as they stood off to the side, watching as everyone danced.

"Who?" Laenor asked his paramour

"Ser Criston Cole," Joffrey answered.

"Her sworn protector?" Laenor countered, looking shocked as he looked at the dornish knight that stood on the other side of the dance floor.

"I mean, it would be easy, but I can't help but notice the certain looks he keeps giving the queen; he can't keep his eyes off her." Joffrey mused

"Those are treacherous words, Joffrey, to insinuate that the queen is not faithful to the king." Laenor snapped, looking around them in hopes they were not heard.

"I am just saying I believe Ser Criston has bloodied that white cloak of his with your bride's maidenhood or perhaps our queen's sins."

"Keep your voice down," Laenor snapped once again, making the man hold his hands up in defense.

"You seem at a loss for words, my prince," Laena teased as they stopped dancing. "Your beauty is distracting, my lady," Daemon said, making her bite her lip to hide her smile.

"Perhaps you should take a break. Your old age is catching up. Find me when you wish for another dance," she teased, running her finger down his chest before walking off, leaving the rouge prince in awe as he chuckled.

"This is a good thing she knows your secret, and now you know hers and maybe even the queens," Joffrey told Laenor, who rolled his eyes.

"The queen is a kind girl, Joffrey, who has been abandoned and forced to go through hell enough of this," Laenor begged, making him nod and walk off.

Lilly stood next to Rhaenys, watching Daemon and Laena. "Perhaps there will be another union princess," she commented, making Rhaenys chuckle and scoff.

"God, help me if Daemon were to marry my daughter," she muttered, making Lillian scoff.

"Perhaps you should watch your words, princess, as it was your husband and your own plan to marry your daughter to the king when she was only ten and two. Believe me when I tell you this Daemon is the better man between the two and would kill and die for those he loves," Lillian said before walking away, cradling her stomach and catching sight of Alicent dancing with a knight as Rhaenyra danced with Ser Harwin, strong and looking happy, making her smile before it dropped.