𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 | 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘖𝘧 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘰𝘯

09. tavern

THE OLDER PRINCESS DIDNT THINK THIS WAS A GOOD IDEA MEETING AEGON DRESSED LIKE A MAID. her silver hair was tied back behind the cloak as she knocked on aegons chamber doors four times with one break between the knocks which was there way of knowing it was each other that they made up when they were kids

Aegon sits in his chambers, looking out the window at the sprawling city of King's Landing. The soft knock at the door breaks his reverie. He stands, his expression shifting to one of anticipation."Enter."

The door opens slowly,dressed in a handmaiden's outfit. She steps into the room, her eyes scanning the space before settling on Aegon.

"You summoned me, brother?" Daena asked 

aegon turned to her a smile playing on his lips "Yes, sister. Come in, and close the door behind you" Daena does as she's told, her movements graceful yet cautious. She steps further into the room, her heart pounding in her chest. Aegon approaches her, his eyes filled with mischief.

"you look the part," he says as he adjusts his own servant's attire, chuckling softly. "How do I look?" Daena smiled softly "Like a prince playing at being a commoner"

"Well, tonight, we're both playing a part. Follow me." he says laughing as he moves to a hidden passage door, concealed behind a tapestry. Daena watches as he opens it, revealing a narrow corridor that leads to a window. He offers his hand to her.

"I haven't been outside the Red Keep in fourteen years, Aegon" she says hestily defiantly being scared of the dangers that could happen to her "Trust me, Dae. Tonight will be worth it" he says to her as he grabs her hand 

She takes his hand, and together they climb out of the window. The cool night air greets them as they stand on a high roof of the Red Keep. Aegon pulls her hood up to conceal her identity further, then gently takes her hand again. "Stay close to me"

Daena nods, her grip on his arm tightening as they make their way down to the streets of Flea Bottom. The bustling chaos of the city is a stark contrast to the silent halls of the Red Keep. Daena clings to Aegon's arm, her eyes wide with wonder and a touch of fear. Aegon leads her through the maze of streets until they arrive at a lively tavern. As they enter, the patrons erupt in cheers.

"Aegon! Aegon!" they shout for him as Daena hides behind Aegon, her heart racing. Aegon turns to her, his expression softening. "it's alright, Daena. I'll protect you" he says to her as his smile reasurres to the princess and with a gentle tug, he removes her cloak, revealing her face to the crowd. There are murmurs of recognition, followed by cheers.

"The Princess Daena! She helped us" one of the men shouted from the crown

"Aye, she gave us gold when we had none" The lady dancer shouted aswell and Aegon,turning to Daena, a mix of pride and confusion on his face "Did you really steal money from our own grandsire?"

"I'll never tell" Daena said to her brother before they both laughed as aegon guided her to a table. A server approaches, ready to take their order "Two of your finest drinks, please" aegon said not letting the lady finish speaking 

The server nods and hurries off. Daena looks around, feeling a mixture of nostalgia and nervousness. Men in the tavern eye her curiously, but a stern look from Aegon sends them scurrying away.

"Why did you bring me here, Aegon?" aegon smiled warmly at her "I want to see you smile more, Dae. If you're going to be liked again, you need to remember what it's like to be among the people"

"What do you mean by that?" Daena asked after hearing his words, He wasn't like helaena who spoke in riddles no he was just a drunken fool. he smiled before chugging down his drink, then asking for another "You'll see" 

The atmosphere in the tavern grows livelier, with people dancing and singing. Aegon stands, extending his hand to Daena. "Dance with me?" he asks with his voice slurred clearly drunk

Daena hesitates, but the warmth in Aegon's eyes and the infectious joy of the tavern's patrons give her the courage she needs. She takes his hand, and they move to the center of the room.

As they dance, Daena's initial stiffness melts away. She begins to laugh, the sound of her joy mingling with the music and cheers around them. Aegon's eyes never leave her face, his heart swelling with pride and affection.

"You belong here, Daena. Among the people who love you not by the side of rats, I'll keep taking you here, as long as you,'ll let me" he tells her before pressing her head to his forehead as people cheer around them 

The night continues, filled with laughter, music, and the rekindling of a bond long neglected. In the heart of Flea Bottom, two Targaryens find a moment of peace and joy amidst the chaos of their world.