Fire And Blood

Chapter 10: Scrutiny

Viserys

Daenerys and I have come to the conclusion to tell Father that we are expecting a child. There is no use in trying to keep it from him, because he will find out anyway. I expect that he will call a small council meeting very soon. It is then that I will tell him the news. I don't expect him to react at all. The man has become very heartless and emotionless.

I can honestly say that I am excited to have a family of my own. I do believe that Daenerys will be a great mother, just as ours was. All I really want is for Dany to be happy and healthy. Nothing else matters to me anymore.

Aerys II

"Grand Maester," I said with authority.

"Yes, your Grace?"

"Please gather the others for a small council meeting, and don't forget my sons."

"As you wish, your Grace."

~A few moments later~

"I know you are all wondering why I have summoned you here, and it's really..."

"Father," Viserys said.

"Yes, my son?"

"I have a very important announcement."

"Can it wait, my son?"

"No, Father. It cannot."

"Well, then. By all means, continue."

"Thank you. I would like to announce that Daenerys and I are expecting a child. We are very thrilled to be bringing another Targaryen to this world."

Viserys

"Well, my son. You have brought even more honor upon our family by multiplying it. You have done your duty, so far. Now, all we need to do is wait," my father said. "You may return to whatever it was you were doing."

"Thank you, Father," I said as I bowed.

He seemed to take that surprisingly well. Why wouldn't he? He is essentially obtaining another heir, if you want to look at it that way. Thank heavens I don't have to go to those pathetic small council meetings any more.

Rhaegar

"Rhaegar," my father said. "Stay for a moment. Everyone else may leave."

Suddenly, all of the officials exited the room, but not before bowing to my father and I. I think I could get used to this. It feels like I already have power.

"Rhaegar."

"Yes, Father?"

"I want you to keep an eye on Viserys and Daenerys. I want to make sure that child is born. We can't stand to lose an heir. Not now. Not while we have a secure spot on the Iron Throne. I want to make sure that Daenerys is well taken care for. Afterwards, whether she makes it or not, it doesn't matter. We can always find another suitable wife for Viserys. Do I make myself clear?"

"Yes, Father. I will do my best."

"Good," he said. "You may go now."

I politely bowed as I left the room