Game of Thrones: I Created the Magic Web

Chapter 202 Gyles' Thumb

In the ancient Age of Heroes, Garth Greenhand's eldest son, Garth Gardener I, settled on this high hill beside the Mander.

Over the millennia, it eventually evolved into Highgarden as it is today.

The ancient glory continues.

Although his descendants, the Gardener family, have died out, the Tyrell family, who replaced them and served as Highgarden's High Stewards for generations, have not deliberately chosen to forget.

Even today.

The legend of Garth Greenhand remains.

The highest tower in Highgarden is still called "Garth's Thumb."

This "Thumb" is still the heart of Highgarden.

Naturally, the important meeting that King Joffrey was to preside over was scheduled to be held in this ancient tower, just like the starting point of many historical chapters in the past.

The sunlight gradually dimmed.

Except for the King himself and Margaery, all other attendees had arrived.

The atmosphere in the meeting hall was very delicate.

Ser Aegon Lywell, the captain of the Highgarden guard, stood on the left side with the Tyrell family's guards, while the proud Kingsguard guarded the right side.

Clearly demarcated, yet the two sides exchanged guards.

Directly in front of Ser Aegon Lywell was the highly respected Lord Commander of the Kingsguard – "The Bold" Barristan. He was ranked second on the left, with only Hand of the King, Loras, closer to the King than his position.

Naturally, the Tyrell family's people were all in front of the Kingsguard.

Seated at the head was "The Queen of Thorns" Olenna Redwyne. To the old lady's right was the heir to Highgarden – Willas Tyrell.

Following them were the High Steward of Highgarden, "Garth the Gross", the second son of Highgarden – "Gallant Garlan", Maester Lomys, and Master-at-Arms Ser Vortimer Crane.

On the left side of the head seat was Hand of the King, Loras Tyrell.

Behind "The Bold" Barristan sat Lord Baelish of Blackharbor and Hand of the King, Beric Dondarrion, Commander of the Kingsguard "Ironhand" Jeor Bywater, the Red Priest Thoros, and Maester Leo Tyrell.

Six against six.

What a coincidence, just like the six-pointed star in the decree issued by the King.

Of course, if King Joffrey and Margaery were included, it would be seven against seven, secretly in line with the seven-pointed star that has been passed down for thousands of years.

Six, or seven?

"The Queen of Thorns" Olenna Redwyne silently observed every expression on the opposite side, calculating how to respond in order to win the greatest benefit for Highgarden.

Direct confrontation was undoubtedly impossible.

In the past half-day, not only were the soldiers and servants of Highgarden implanted with the King's dragon crystals, but even "The Queen of Thorns" herself was not spared.

She had personally felt that magical power, as if it could heal everything and save lives.

In addition to the retreat from the city walls and the exploding fireworks.

What Loras said was true.

King Joffrey did indeed possess great power, and it was not scarce, many times more than Aegon's dragons.

Resistance?

Too foolish. The Tyrell family was able to kneel and surrender the city to the Dragon King Aegon back then, allowing it to survive and prosper to this day, so naturally, it would not resist stubbornly now.

Kneeling again. What can be gained?

The surrender back then won Highgarden and the entire Reach for the Tyrell family. Of course, there would not be such a good opportunity now, but there was still room to maneuver.

Fortunately, there's Margaery. Lady Olenna thought with emotion.

With the marriage contract as a bond, the Tyrell family had a bargaining chip to negotiate terms. Appropriately show weakness, demand reasonable rewards and rewards, and slowly grow stronger.

Although there is also Sansa.

But compared to the cold Stark Duke of the North, Lady Olenna believed that she was a better ally or partner, and believed that this proud king could recognize which side was more important.

She also believed in Margaery's beauty and brains. Perhaps she could conquer the king from another aspect?

"The Queen of Thorns" closed her eyes to rest.

In any case, we must first get through tonight. The formal talks, what does King Joffrey want?

The air was quiet and tangled.

Everyone in the room had deep thoughts, secretly calculating, with different ideas and attitudes.

The only common point was urgency and doubt:

Why hasn't the King arrived yet?

After much anticipation, after a long time, people finally waited for the servant to shout: "Your Majesty has arrived ~"

Everyone stood up and saluted: "Welcome Your Majesty."

Joffrey held Margaery and sat on his exclusive throne, "You may be seated."

The twelve people sat down in turn.

Joffrey smiled and first looked at his own people on the left, then turned to the newcomers on the right.

"Lady Olenna, the flames of war in the Seven Kingdoms are about to reach their peak. Military affairs are busy, so I have to seize the time to start the meeting on this first day of our meeting. You must not mind."

Olenna Redwyne's voice was weak, "Please rest assured, Your Majesty, Highgarden can understand your difficulties. We are family."

Joffrey smiled faintly.

"Indeed, I was being an outsider. We are family, so what can't we say openly?"

He then sighed and looked worried.

"To tell you the truth, the royal family is now facing unprecedented difficulties."

Olenna Redwyne knew that there would be bleeding.

Joffrey ticked off each item with his fingers, "There are too many debts in finance, and the expenses are high. Uncle Tyrion complains every day, saying that the royal family is on the verge of bankruptcy and will run out of the last copper plate at any time.

There is not enough food either. In order to feed the many refugees who have fled into the city, the Red Keep's granary is almost empty, and food prices are still rising non-stop.

What's worse is that the war has spread throughout the Seven Kingdoms.

The wildlings and Others outside the Wall are watching covetously. Once they find a flaw, they will immediately break through the pass and go south.

Lady Lysa of the Vale is worried and sick, and her spirit is too sensitive, and she actually regards the royal family as an enemy.

Needless to say, the chaos in the Stormlands.

Dorne has always been unwilling to accept the royal family, and now it is even more divided and independent, and it is about to split the country.

Even the Reach,"

Joffrey glanced at the people on the left and right.

"There are also two rebel armies, Earl Rowan of Goldengrove and Ser Fossoway of Cider Hall, causing trouble!"

Everyone couldn't help but be stunned.

Highgarden has surrendered, are the armies of Goldengrove and Cider Hall still a problem?

Joffrey looked forward, "Lady Olenna, the royal family needs Highgarden, and the kingdom needs Highgarden. As long as you lend a helping hand and save the disaster, the people of the Seven Kingdoms will thank you for your kindness and generosity."

Olenna Redwyne coughed twice, "Please give your orders, Your Majesty."

Joffrey seemed a little embarrassed.

"Although it is difficult to say, to reverse the current situation, two million gold dragons, five million tons of grain, and the dispatch of all the armies of Highgarden are necessary."

The Tyrells' faces changed, and they almost couldn't help but stand up directly.

Is this going to empty Highgarden?!

Margaery's lips moved, but she didn't open her mouth.

"The Queen of Thorns" calmly nodded, "For the Seven Kingdoms, for Your Majesty, Highgarden has an unshirkable responsibility."

Joffrey was slightly surprised, but soon turned into a sincere smile.

"Lady Olenna is indeed a heroine! She has the demeanor of a great family, no wonder even Duke Mace listens to you the most."

He clapped his hands, and a Kingsguard walked behind Willas.

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