Valar Morghulis (gxg)

An Unexpected Encounter

*Myra's Pov*

"So, what have I missed so far? How's Gendry doing Isabella?" I asked smiling and sitting down at the table. I took in my surroundings ... the house hadn't changed a bit.
"Well..." Isabella started trying to hold back her smile.
"Go on spit it out" I teased with interest.
"Gendry proposed" she squealed out.
"That's amazing Izzy, I'm so happy for you!" I exclaimed.

Of course, I was happy for her. Truly. But at the same time the news also made me think about my own life. Why couldn't my life be normal like hers? Why couldn't I love someone without complication? She had grown up so fast and progressed so far, and I was still stuck in the same spot I was the previous year and the year before that. I was going nowhere fast and probably never would.

"When did this happen?" I asked.
"About 4 months after you left. We've been saving up our money for our wedding actually. We are almost there" Isabella said excitedly.
"He's moved in with us actually, right mum?"
Mom nodded.
"Such a hard working man he is, taking up extra shifts at work to pay for the wedding. It was only fair that he move in with us. He's part of the family now" she said.

"I see. I hope I'm invited" I said. "Of course Myra, why wouldn't you be?" Isabella questioned.
"Well since I left, I didn't know..." I trailed off.
A silence settled over us.

"Myra, we did miss you no matter how much you think we didn't. I'm over the moon that you are back. I finally have my sister back" she teared up and gripped my hand across the table. I smiled slightly and squeezed her hand showing my appreciation.

"Ok enough of this sad talk. How have you been Myra? What have you been up to this past year?" Mum asked.
I explained the them how I had stayed in Braavos with Valyrion, and worked for a sea captain.
"I see. I hope you didn't push yourself to hard" mum spoke. "No mom I'm ok, don't worry. I've come to enjoy it actually. That's how I was able to come back to Kings Landing" I explained.

"Are you planning on staying?" Isabella asked.
I paused before speaking. "For a bit. I don't really know yet. I don't have work here anymore. Becoming a Queensguard is out of the question after my unannounced leave."
"Well, Im sure Gendry can get you work as a blacksmith if you ask" Mum spoke encouragingly.
"Maybe" I answered unsurely.
Another long pause.

"So this girl of yours. Are you going to see her? You must be excited after being away from her for so long. I remember your letter said she lived here in Kings Landing" Mum spoke meeting my eyes supportively.

I tensed at the mention of the dragon queen.
I met Isabella's eyes briefly. She knew how hard this was for me.
"We didn't end on too good of a note. I'm not sure I'm ready to see her" I replied softy turning away.
"I think you are more ready than you think" Mum said smiling. "I'm sure she will be happy to see you."

I grimaced at the encounter inside my head.
'Hi Daenerys, do you remember me? The girl who saved Westeros and also broke your heart'
Geez. Terrible.

"Alright Mum I think she's had enough encouragement. We are gonna have a sister talk outside. Ok?" Isabella interrupted before the conversation could go further.
"Alright you two have fun" she replied watching Isabella pull me outside.

"Thanks, for getting me out of that" I said sincerely. Isabella nodded.
"I know you don't like talking about it."
A silence settled over us as we walked.
"Listen Myra... there is something you should know about Daenerys. I know it's been only a little while since you've been back, but a lot has changed. More than you know. I just---".

"Myra" a voice interrupted. I turned around to see Karim waving at me in the distance. "My dad wants us back now. He needs to go over some stuff for a new job" he yelled.
"Ok" I yelled back in reply before turning to Isabella.
"Well finish this conversation later" I said giving her a quick hug and running in the direction of Karim. Back to work I suppose.

But I couldn't help the awful feeling the erupted in the pit of my stomach at what Isabella had said.
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"Your sister is hot, I never told you" Karim spoke after Abdul's briefing the next day.
"How do you even know she's my sister?" I questioned.
"I'm not stupid you know. I can see the resemblance" he replied.
"Well to bad for you, she's getting married. Plus I wouldn't ever let you or your dirty little dick get near her" I responded.
Karim rolled his eyes.

We were currently walking through the market place picking out lunch.
"How about this?" he asked picking up and apple from a nearby trolley.
"You need to pay for that" the owner stated glowering at him suspiciously.
"I'm not an idiot I know that doofus" Karim responded angrily.

While he was arguing with the shop keeper I decided to quietly slip away. No need to get involved with that.
I made my way down the street examining the many wears and fruits available for purchase. Reaching another trolley I picked up and orange and examined it for any markings or bruises. It seemed to be in good shape.

"How much for this?" I asked the owner.
"1 shilling" the man replied holding out his hand.
Pulling a shilling out of my pocket I handed it to the man.
Peeling my orange I turned around before slamming into someone's chest.

"Well look who it is, the girl who punches people in the face for no fucking reason. I thought I heard your voice" the person said. "Darrio" I spoke stoically.
"You know I liked you Myra. I truly did, before you decided to knock me out" he said through gritted teeth.
"Well that's what happens when you whore around with other peoples loved ones" I replied trying walk past him.

Darrio shoved me though, my back hitting the edge of the trolley behind me. I could already feel a bruise forming.
"Oh really. Well this is what happens when you punch people in the face for no reason" he trailed off before punching me in the jaw.
I dropped my orange and watched it roll away as I lay on the ground in pain.

"So, how does it feel huh? Getting socked in the face" Darrio spoke kneeling down next to me.
Fuckin idiot.
'No one messes with my food' I though to myself before jumping up. Darrio also jumped back, startled at my sudden burst of energy.

I tackled Darrio into the trolley, fruit spilling everywhere and people yelling at the scene we were causing. Some were cheering, while others were calling for help.
Numerous punches and kicks were thrown and I could taste the blood in my mouth as he hit me.

"Myra, what the hell are you doing?" Karim yelled emerging from the crowed. "Stay out of this kid" Darrio spoke not sparing him a glance as we circled each other.
"Let me tell you Mr I don't give a fu---" Karim spoke before he was pushed aside by 4 unsullied soldiers.

"Back away" one of them yelled trying to pull us apart as we lunged at each other one last time. 2 grabbed each of us. I remained quite calm, while Darrio wiggled around attempting to get out of the hold however to no avail.
I rolled my eyes at his antics. Couldn't he see there was no use.

"Let's go you two" one said pushing us forward.
"What, where are we going?" I asked worriedly.
"The castle of course. The Queen would want to speak to you both about your behavior" another responded.
Oh no.
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