Tale of the Two Kingdoms - Story I: Aegor Velaryon, the Kingsguard Who Broke His Oath
In the world of Westeros, stories of forbidden love, betrayal, and the unbreakable bonds of blood often become legends. This is the tale of Aegor Velaryon, a Kingsguard knight who defied his sacred vows for love and suffered the ultimate consequences. His story would echo through the halls of power, reverberating as both a cautionary tale and a testament to forbidden desire.
The Rise of Aegor Velaryon
Aegor Velaryon was born in 243 AC to Malaysia Velaryon, a direct descendant of Daena Velaryon, herself the granddaughter of Daenerys Targaryen of Visenya. Aegor's lineage connected him to some of the most powerful families in Westeros, yet he was determined to make a name of his own. Trained from an early age in the arts of swordsmanship and chivalry, Aegor's skills and loyalty quickly set him apart. By the age of 18, he was knighted, and only five years later, he rose to the coveted position of Kingsguard, sworn to protect the Iron Throne.
At 23, he took his vows to serve and protect the king, and he wore his white cloak with pride. His duty was his life, until he met Lady Nalia Silverwing, a woman whose beauty and royal blood would shake his resolve to its core.
A Forbidden Love
Lady Nalia Silverwing was no ordinary noble. She was the great-granddaughter of Russell Silverwing, one of the most prominent kings of the Iron Throne, and her blood tied her to the current royal line. Nalia had been married off to Mathis Arryn, a match designed to strengthen the bond between House Silverwing and House Arryn. Yet, in 286 AC, at the age of 20, her path crossed with the 30-year-old Aegor Velaryon, and a forbidden spark ignited between them.
What began as a shared glance soon blossomed into a secret affair. They met in the shadows, away from prying eyes, but whispers of their forbidden love began to surface. Together, they had three children: Pyrwin, Wendell, and Nadia the Second. To Aegor and Nalia, their love was pure and enduring, but to the king and the realm, it was treason.
The Betrayal
Their secret could not stay hidden forever. Mathis Arryn, Nalia's husband, discovered the affair and, in his rage and humiliation, brought the matter directly to King Russell Silverwing. The king, known for his fierce adherence to tradition and his intolerance for betrayal, was unforgiving. Aegor Velaryon's oath-breaking was deemed a disgrace to the Kingsguard, the most sacred and honorable institution in the land.
Aegor was sentenced to death by hanging, a brutal punishment meant to send a message to anyone who dared to forsake their oaths. As he faced his end, Aegor's only regret was leaving his children fatherless and the woman he loved in a world that would condemn her.
The Fallout of Love
After Aegor's execution, Lady Nalia was marked as a traitor to her own house. Pursued relentlessly, she was forced into hiding to protect her remaining children. Tragically, Wendell, her youngest son, would not survive the hardships of life on the run.
Despite the loss and adversity, Pyrwin and Lady Nadia the Second survived, becoming central figures in the legacy of House Silverwing. Pyrwin would grow up to be a powerful and respected figure, carrying the lineage of both House Velaryon and House Silverwing. As he matured, Pyrwin chose to change his last name in honor of his mother and father's legacy, founding House Silveryon. The newly established house would honor the bloodlines of both parents, bridging the gap between Velaryon and Silverwing.
Legacy of a Scandal
Aegor Velaryon's tale is one of tragedy and passion, a story that serves as both a romantic tragedy and a stern reminder of the weight of loyalty and the price of betrayal. His children, though marked by scandal, would carry his legacy forward. House Silveryon, founded by his son Pyrwin, would endure as a symbol of resilience and the complex legacy of the Kingsguard knight who dared to love against all odds. Lady Nalia's story, too, would be remembered—a royal bound by duty but willing to risk everything for love.
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