Game of Thrones: From Lord Elden to Young Wolf

Riverrun.

Duke Tully, who had always been bedridden, got up early today and dressed, washed, and trimmed his hair with the help of his maid.

His body was very weak. Although he was not in pain, he just couldn't use his strength.

Even so, he struggled to get up today.

Because today was a very special day, his grandson was going to hold a grand ceremony.

At this time, Riverrun was bustling with people and a cheerful atmosphere.

The castle hall was decorated with flowers, luxurious chandeliers were hung, red velvet carpets covered the entire hall, and the long table was full of barbecue and wine. People danced with their partners and laughed.

Robb, who came back from Riverrun, sat on the throne, holding a glass of wine and chatting with the sad-looking Sansa.

"Can I come to the banquet later? There are still many accounts to settle."

Robb laughed: "It doesn't matter. Haven't you calculated today's expenses? Take a good rest today."

Sansa snorted: "Every day, things are delivered to Riverrun, and there are many things to be sent out. If I rest today, I will be exhausted tomorrow!"

The richness of the Westerly is far beyond Sansa's imagination. The supplies and gold dragons she has seen in the past few days are more than the maximum number she has ever imagined in her life.

The three gold mines occupied by the North are producing gold every day.

In order to speed up the mining progress, Robb also sent 5,000 captives from the Iron Islands.

The three lords who were still robbing in the Westerly were not idle either. The large troops rested and trained according to Robb's orders, and the small troops went to rob the surrounding villages.

Most of the magnificent decorations of Riverrun were looted from the Westerly.

Moreover, the stationed army needs food and grass. Every day, there are carriages coming in and out of Riverrun. Such a huge amount of calculation almost forced Sansa to become a 007 worker.

Robb urgently transferred the maesters from various castles and asked them to form a legal calculation department to help Sansa calculate and barely maintain it.

Robb sighed: "There is still a lack of talents. After we marry Highgarden, we can go to the Citadel to recruit some calculation talents, and then your pressure will be reduced a lot."

Sansa asked curiously: "Did Highgarden agree? Is mother coming back?"

Robb took a sip of wine: "Well, they have no reason not to agree. Mother is on her way back."

The reason why Robb wanted to marry Highgarden was not only because of their rich supplies, but also because of the important resources they possessed: knowledge.

The Citadel is located in the River Reach, which is the highest leadership organization of the maesters in the seven countries of Westeros.

In this era when civilians and even nobles may be illiterate, being able to write and calculate is a rare talent.

And such a huge knowledge resource is what Robb urgently needs.

It is not difficult for Robb to conquer the world. Putting aside those mysterious powers, he can push forward all the way if he wants.

But what is the point of leaving only a mess after the battle?

Robb wants an empire that is well-ordered and where people live a rich life.

The banquet soon entered its climax. The music became more and more rapid, the people's dance steps became more and more cheerful, and the jesters and clowns who performed also showed their unique skills.

When everyone was tired of dancing, they sat back in their seats and enjoyed the food.

The atmosphere at this time was just right. Duke Tully, who was sitting next to Robb, stood up and knocked on the cup in his hand with a smile on his face.

"My lords..."

Duke Tully was the oldest and most senior among all the people present. When he spoke, everyone quieted down and listened to him finish his words.

Duke Tully raised his glass tremblingly: "We can all drink wine and enjoy delicious food here with peace of mind. It is the good news brought to us by the King of the North. Let us raise our glasses together and toast the King of the North!"

"Cheers to the King of the North!"

Everyone raised their glasses and drank them all.

Duke Tully continued: "But His Majesty Robb also cannot do without the strong support of everyone present, so His Majesty and I will also toast you together."

Duke Tully and Robb stood up, and everyone present also stood up hurriedly and drank the wine in their glasses.

"The North will never forget, and the King of the North will never forget. We all see your achievements. Taking this opportunity, the King of the North will now announce new appointments and rewards. Please listen carefully."

The nobles in the audience instantly became energetic. They knew that it was time for His Majesty Robb to divide the cake.

What did everyone fight for the King of the North for?

Isn't it now!

After Duke Tully finished speaking, he sat down and looked at his granddaughter with a smile.

Sansa was a little nervous, but she soon calmed down. When she was in King's Landing, she was often insulted by Joffrey in public, but she endured it. Now she is different from before.

Sansa took a deep breath and began her first performance on the political stage: "Everyone! In front of you is the King of the North, the Blood Wolf who slaughters enemies on the battlefield, the Guardian of the Riverlands, the Man Blessed by Thunder, the Healer - Robb Stark."

Sitting on the throne, Robb quietly held his forehead. When did he get so many nicknames? According to the current situation, it is very likely that one day he will surpass Dragon Mother and become the new title king.

Sansa continued: "Today, His Majesty will confer titles on eleven ministers, reward five nobles, and confer titles on twenty knights."

There was a sudden sensation in the audience. So many people were canonized at once?

Is this the advantage of a startup team?

"Minister of Intelligence, Sir Blackfish."

"Master Martial, Lady Meggie."

"Minister of Logistics, Ser Edmure."

"Master of Recruitment, Lord Greatjon, Lord Rickard Karstark."

"Master Craftsman, Lord Roose Bolton."

"Foreign Secretary, my mother Lady Catelyn."

"Minister of Propaganda, Lord Jason Mallister."

"Minister of Rebellion, Lord Tytos Blackwood."

"Minister of Military Medicine, Red-robed Monk Thoros."

"The Lord of the Calculators," Sansa felt a little embarrassed when she said this, "Sansa Stark."

"In addition, the Hand of the King and Lord of the Admiralty are temporarily vacant and His Majesty will examine appointments at his discretion."

Robb's ministerial system was completely derived from the ancient book "Six Taoists", and he improved the structure of the army and moved it into reality.

This book was written during the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period when the feudal system was gradually collapsing. It is similar to the current situation.

Because Robb is now completely the king of a military country. The country's finances and the king's authority are all maintained by winning battles.

If there is no war, most people in the country, especially in the north, will starve to death, and Robb's reputation will plummet.

Therefore, Robb did not choose the six-part system that was more complete in his previous life. That would have been a step too far and would easily lead to confusion.

The candidates for the ministers are all nobles who have made outstanding contributions in the previous wars. The Riverlands and the North are almost equally divided. Most people will be dissatisfied with this list, but they will not object.

This is checks and balances.