iron throne of ice and fire

Chapter 440 Theocracy and Kingship

Oren Weishui laughed: "What a thoughtful answer."

After a pause, he stepped on the deck, waved his hand, and said loudly: "This is it. From now on, the Sweet Cersei is in your hands, Captain Seaworth."

Arad Seaworth stroked his chest and said, "I am at your service, Lord Orren."

Oren laughed again and took a step forward: "Let's go."

When he passed by Arad, he paused, patted him with his hand, raised the corner of his mouth, and said, "Give my regards to Duke Kleber, my captain."

After saying that, he patted Arad on the shoulder again.

Looking at the arrogant back of Oren as he left surrounded by the crowd, Arad couldn't help but secretly curl his lips.

Arad felt that nothing could be more ridiculous than a nameless illegitimate child from Chaotou Island becoming the commander of the royal fleet.

"These ships should ride the wind and waves on the vast ocean." Before stepping on the wooden board to disembark, Oren suddenly sighed, paused, and said, "Let's go. You've been busy all day. You need to be rewarded with good wine and beautiful women."

Walking to the railing at the edge of the deck, Arad looked down at everyone laughing and leaving, with contempt flashing in his eyes.

Not long after he joined the royal fleet, someone quietly told him that he would only be considered a true member of the royal fleet after he drank the wine poured by the commander himself.

Arad used a silver deer to ask for the specific content...

It was true that the commander personally poured wine for his men, but the man had to kneel in front of him and hold the glass with both hands until it was full.

Thinking of this, Arad couldn't help but curl his lips again. How could this be a royal fleet... Oren's behavior was like that of a pirate leader across the strait.

Oren had mentioned his lord before, and had just said loudly that he wanted to go to the tavern, which was very much like the way pirates would win people over... The second son of the noble Seaworth family could not help but stare at the illegitimate child from Tidehead Island.

Arad touched his stomach. After walking around for a whole day, he was a little hungry. He planned to get off the boat to find something to eat.

In the shadow not far from the fragrant grilled fish stall, the noble Arad Seaworth was gnawing on a large grilled fish.

He picked up the wine bag and took a big gulp of wine, exhaled comfortably, and then... he was about to continue eating the grilled fish but suddenly stopped.

My father said that he had the eyes of a smuggler. He accidentally saw a figure wearing a hooded cloak. She seemed to be...

Arad's pupils couldn't help but shrink. How could the king's fiancée appear in such a place? !
He was beginning to doubt his "smuggler's eyes", but... he felt that he was not mistaken, as he had seen that distinguished lady buying things from street vendors several times... Miss Rose was too beautiful, and he was deeply impressed by her.

Although he only caught a glimpse of half of her face under the hood, he would not mistake her. She was easy to recognize, even with the cloak covering her.

Arad leaned back, then glanced around calmly... There were quite a few "strange" civilians in the crowd, their clothes were tattered, but their bodies were very strong.

The father had warned his sons that most smugglers died from unnecessary curiosity.

Arad was just about to put away his curiosity, but... another strange yet familiar figure walked into the inn that Miss Rose had entered before.

That woman... isn't she the Queen Mother's companion who has become very famous in King's Landing recently - the Myrish slut - Lady Tanya (Chapter 383)? !
Queen Cersei had taken her to inspect the royal fleet dock on his third day in the royal fleet.

The king's fiancée secretly met with Queen Cersei's female bedmate in an inn beside the Blackwater River... Arad couldn't help scratching his head with his black fingers. More than a decade later, the real reason why the Seaworth family was always looked down upon by other nobles... Was it because the people of Seaworth were not as unrestrained as them?
Arad soon realized that he had guessed wrong. More than ten minutes later, when he was licking the fish bones boredly, Mrs. Tanya walked out of the hotel and hurriedly disappeared into the crowd.

Then, not long after, when Allard Seaworth was wondering why Miss Rose had not come out yet, his eyes widened involuntarily, and he saw a middle-aged man walk into the inn. That man was the Lord High Admiral, Count Matus Rowan.

There were more and more strong civilians in the crowd. He observed his surroundings briefly, then quietly left the grilled fish stall and continued to stay there... If he was noticed by the guards hiding in the crowd, it would probably cause unnecessary trouble.

He was entrusted with a mission by the feudal lord, and he should hide himself as best as possible.

Before leaving, Arad glanced at the three-story inn that was newly built after the Battle of King's Landing. Perhaps... he could write to his father about the interesting things he saw today.

In the hotel room.

Robert I died, Lord Stark was imprisoned, and Lord Stannis became king.

Jon's last words - strong in character, black and blonde.

After Margaery's secret investigation in the Red Castle, she finally learned about the shocking crimes committed by Cersei.

Standing in front of the candlestick, Margaery's rosy lips showed a mocking arc. She had tried hard to gather useless information, which were even secrets that she needed to help Cersei cover up.

If Tommen is not the legitimate king, then her crown as queen will be lost, and Tyrell can only choose to let it become a secret forever.

After a pause, a slightly relaxed smile appeared on her lips, but...Mrs. Tanya did give her a little surprise.

knock knock knock.

Hearing the knock on the door, Margaret's brown eyes moved slightly, and she said softly, "Come in."

Count Matus Rowan pushed the door open and after hesitating for a moment, he reached out and closed the door.

Matus stood in front of the door, without moving, and nodded slightly to her, "Miss Margery."

Margaery Tyrell turned to face him, folded her hands over her belly, and bowed gently. "Thank you for coming, Lord Matus."

Count Matus looked around the room and said, "Miss Margaret, you shouldn't choose this place to meet. It's not good for you."

Margaery was a little helpless: "Queen Mother Cersei has made no secret of her surveillance of me. Sometimes I feel very embarrassed. After all, she is King Tommen's mother." Lord Matus had a resolute and political face. He frowned and said, "I have heard about this. I plan to formally protest at the next royal meeting."

Margery smiled and shook her head, "You should already know something about her. She will never admit it. We can't arrest all of Megta's waiters and maids for questioning."

After a pause, Lord Matus comforted him stiffly: "When Lord Mace returns from conquering Storm's End, I believe that even Queen Cersei will not dare to offend you again."

"Please don't worry, this is just a small test before wearing the queen's crown. I can handle it."

Margaret smiled gratefully at Count Matus and added, "I decided to meet here because before you arrived, I met another person who brought me an important piece of information."

"she?"

Margaery nodded slightly. "The wife of the Earl of Longbow Hall, Lady Tanya."

Count Matus's calm voice was slightly surprised: "She is yours?"

Margaery did not answer directly: "Brother Willas will choose a Tyrell fiancée for her son, Russel Mareways."

Earl Matus felt a little troubled by the court games. He paused and said with emotion: "Compared to being King Tommen's playmate, this is indeed more attractive."

Margaret chuckled: "This is just a small deal between women. I have nothing but admiration for a knight who can gallop on the battlefield."

She slowly came to Lord Matus, looked up at him for a while, and said, "Lady Tanya told me that the death of the previous High Septon was caused by Osney Kettleblack, who was sent by Queen Cersei."

Upon hearing this, Count Matus's expression suddenly became solemn: "Miss Margaret, is this news reliable?"

Margaery did not answer, but continued: "It is said that in order to get rid of Robert I, she and the king's servant at the time... Cersei's cousin... She persuaded Lancel Lannister to help on the bed. Later, Ser Lancel, who was seriously injured in the Battle of King's Landing, confessed to the former High Septon... Queen Mother Cersei suspected that Lancel had betrayed herself to the former High Septon, so she sent Ser Osney to kill the former High Septon."

Lord Matus frowned and said, "Miss Margaery, please forgive me for being so presumptuous. How did Lady Tanya find out such a secret? She is just a...bedmate of Cersei."

"Dear Count, do not underestimate any bed partner."

Margaery chuckled and said slowly, "Because Cersei Lannister suffers from severe insomnia, she gradually became addicted to alcohol... Lady Tanya told me that the lioness became an alcoholic who talked about everything in bed a long time ago."

After a pause, Count Matus moved his lips and said, "Ms. Margery, thank you for your trust, but I have to remind you... this secret can only be a real sword if it is in your own hands."

After taking a look at Count Matus's serious expression, Margaret smiled shyly and said in a relaxed tone: "But I have to be honest with you. I trust you. This is very important. I need your help."

Count Matus stroked his chest and said, "I am at your service."

Margaery nodded slightly, paused, her skirt swirling, and she turned and walked towards the wine cabinet: "There are no secrets in the Red Keep. Cersei doesn't want me to be queen. She even wants to destroy me."

"Swish!" Margaret was pouring wine in front of the wine cabinet, saying, "Her method is very direct. She has already found a lot of witnesses..."

As she spoke, she picked up two wine glasses and returned to Earl Matus, sharing one with him. She smiled slightly and continued, "She will accuse the king's fiancée of being unfaithful to the king to the Church of the Seven Gods. Perhaps she will use the church to judge my previous marriage with Renly and make me a traitor to the kingdom."

Lord Matus tightened his grip on the wine glass and said, "Cersei's conspiracy will not succeed. The Church of the Seven will never dare to judge Tyrell unless they are crazy."

Margaery sighed slightly, her rosy lips pressed lightly to the rim of the cup, and she took a sip of the golden wine from Greenhall Island. She said, "Cersei has given the High Sparrow new powers, which has made them more and more courageous. They have great courage. There is not much difference between a septa and a madman."

Count Matus was silent for a moment, then nodded and said, "Miss Margery, for your safety, please allow me to escort you to Storm's End to meet up with the Duke of Mace."

He paused, his eyes flashing sharply: "Our army will make the lioness in the Red Keep understand that King Tommen's Iron Throne cannot be achieved without the support of the Rose."

"Lord Matus, this is a good idea, but I can't do this." Margaery moved towards the window and said as she walked, "As the future queen of the Seven Kingdoms, I can't leave any hidden dangers for the Iron Throne. After all, Cersei is Tommen's mother, and Tommen loves her. And..."

Standing in front of the window, the dazzling sunlight made Little Rose squint her eyes, and she continued: "Don't forget, Cersei and Lord Green."

Lord Matus groaned for a moment and said, "Duke Green may not stand firmly on the side of Lannister. Now... he needs Rose's bread more."

Margery turned her head to look at Matus and said, "At least we can't be sure of his position, right?"

Count Matus closed his eyes for a while and then opened them again, stroking his chest and saying, "As long as you can guarantee your own safety, I will obey your orders."

"It won't be dangerous. No one dares to really hurt the daughter of the Duke of Highgarden." Margaery walked over lightly with her hands behind her back.

"I cannot express my gratitude for your concern for me, my dear lord."

Margaery paused for a moment, then continued, "According to the rules of the game for nobles, no one will sympathize with the loser. Therefore, I will follow the wishes of Queen Mother Cersei and obediently accept the judgment of the church."

Lord Matus shook his head and said, "I know Cersei's accusation will not succeed, but there is no need for you to take the risk yourself, and..."

After a pause, he opened his mouth and continued, "Your brief marriage to Renly may very well become your...weakness."

Margaery nodded in agreement. "Your worries are justified. Because of his special preferences, Renly did not let me fulfill my responsibilities as a wife. But like most noble ladies, I lost my virginity due to riding lessons. This is why Cersei Lannister is so fearless. She may think this is enough evidence to frame me."

Count Matus frowned and said, "Since you have seen through her conspiracy, why do you still... choose to take the risk?"

"I have learned about the new High Septon, the High Sparrow. He is a devout but stubborn monk. What seems like irrefutable evidence to Cersei is not enough to convict me in a fair church trial."

Margaery's fragile face showed her reluctant courage. "We have the real evidence that can prove Cersei's crime. You just need to arrange for someone to reveal it to the High Sparrow at the right time."

The corners of her lips curved slightly. "Perhaps the proud lioness will pretend to pity me and come to the cathedral to admire my embarrassment. What the High Sparrow really wants is for divine power to override royal power. I don't think he will let go of such a good opportunity."

(End of this chapter)