The Dance of the Dragons was a turbulent and bloody chapter in the history of House Targaryen, marked by betrayal, ambition, and the clash of dragons. Amidst the chaos, a bond was forged between two siblings—Aemond Targaryen and his older sister, Shienna. Shienna was not only Aemond's protector but also his obsession, a relationship that was both complex and deeply unsettling.
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It was a fateful day when Aemond Targaryen's life changed forever. Lucerys Velaryon, driven by the simmering tensions between their families, confronted Aemond in a heated altercation. Shienna, the twin sister of Helaena and Aemond's older sister, saw the danger unfolding and acted without hesitation. She stepped in front of Aemond, shielding him from Lucerys's wrath, and in the ensuing struggle, she lost her eye instead of him.
Aemond was overwhelmed with guilt and gratitude. The sight of his sister's blood, the empty socket where her eye once was, and the pain she endured all seared into his memory. From that moment on, Aemond's feelings for Shienna shifted from mere sibling affection to something far more intense and possessive.
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Aemond's love for Shienna became an all-consuming obsession. He was fiercely protective of her, never allowing her out of his sight for too long. The trauma of that day left an indelible mark on him, and he vowed never to let anyone harm Shienna again. His affection for her was suffocating, manifesting in ways that were both tender and terrifying.
Shienna, for her part, bore the burden of her brother's obsession with grace and resilience. She understood the depth of his feelings, but she also knew that Aemond's love was tinged with a darkness that made her wary. She cherished her brother, but the intensity of his emotions often left her feeling trapped.
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As Helaena's twin, Shienna shared a unique bond with her sister, one that was often a source of comfort and strength. Yet, even this bond was overshadowed by Aemond's possessiveness. He viewed Helaena and Shienna as his to protect and control, his affection for them bordering on a twisted sense of ownership.
Aemond's obsession was not confined to his protective instincts. He sought constant physical closeness with Shienna, always finding ways to touch her—a hand on her arm, a lingering embrace, a possessive grip. It was as if he needed to reassure himself of her presence, to feel that she was safe and within his reach.
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The day came when Lucerys Velaryon sought to mend the rift between their families. A royal ball was organized, a gesture of goodwill and a chance for reconciliation. Shienna attended, her eye patch a stark reminder of the sacrifice she had made. As she mingled with the guests, Aemond's eyes never left her, his possessiveness more palpable than ever.
It was during this ball that Lord Celtigar, a nobleman with a reputation for charm, approached Shienna. He was unaware of the volatile dynamics within House Targaryen and sought only to engage in polite conversation. Shienna, ever the gracious lady, responded with courtesy, but the moment was shattered by Aemond's presence.
Seeing Lord Celtigar close to Shienna, Aemond's jealousy flared uncontrollably. He strode over, his expression a mask of barely restrained fury. "Step away from my sister," he growled, his voice low and dangerous.
Lord Celtigar, taken aback, tried to explain. "I meant no disrespect, Prince Aemond. I was merely—"
But Aemond would hear none of it. His rage erupted, and he punched Lord Celtigar squarely in the face, sending him sprawling to the ground. Gasps of shock rippled through the crowd, but Aemond's focus remained solely on Shienna.
The Aftermath
Shienna, trembling and clutching Aemond's doublet, looked up at her brother with a mixture of fear and resignation. "Aemond, you must stop this," she whispered, her voice barely audible over the murmurs of the onlookers.
Aemond's eyes softened as he looked at her, but the possessiveness remained. "I will not let anyone take you from me, Shienna. You are mine to protect."
The incident with Lord Celtigar only deepened the rift within House Targaryen. Aemond's obsession with Shienna became the subject of court gossip, and his unpredictable behavior further alienated him from those around him. Yet, despite the growing tension, Shienna continued to stand by her brother, bound by love and a sense of duty.
A Love Bound in Chains
As the years passed, Aemond's obsession with Shienna showed no signs of abating. He remained fiercely protective, his love for her a double-edged sword that brought both comfort and fear. Shienna learned to navigate the complexities of their relationship, finding solace in her bond with Helaena and the quiet moments of peace she could steal away from Aemond's watchful eyes.
Aemond, for his part, remained vigilant, ever watchful for threats to his sister. His love for her was both his strength and his weakness, a consuming fire that drove him to acts of both valor and madness. In the end, the bond between Aemond and Shienna was one forged in blood and bound by an obsessive love that neither could fully escape.
In the shadow of the Iron Throne, amidst the turmoil of the Dance of the Dragons, their story stood as a testament to the extremes of love and the darkness that could lie within it.
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