The Iron Throne of Ice and Fire

High Garden, Rose Garden.

The garden is filled with carefully cultivated roses, and roses of all colors are in bloom.

Margaery Tyrell put away the letter and looked at the flowers with elk-like eyes.

The two letters Green wrote to the Duke of Metz and Margaery in King's Landing were in Margaery's hands. Today was the third time she read Green's letters.

The content of the letter written to the Duke of Metz is first about the progress of the matter. It has three lines in total and is concise and direct.

The remaining dozens of lines are all about the novel military theories that his father recently liked to talk about all night long at banquets. Green further elaborated in the letter.

Margery only remembered that her father's face lit up immediately after seeing the content, and he was full of praise for Green.

"Although Green is young, he has already learned a lot of skills from me. Young people have a bright future."

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Margery remembered her father's words at that time, and a faint blush appeared on her cheeks.

Margaery sighed secretly, her grandmother did not stop her, as long as her father was happy.

Two-thirds of the letters written to Margery were devoted to praising Margery's beauty.

Green praised all the exposed body parts such as hair, eyes, nose, lips, etc. His words were beautiful enough and would not make you feel any offense or disgust.

Margery read Green's letters with obvious vigilance, but she was in a happy mood unconsciously.

Margaery felt that her maid was indeed not wronging him when she called Green a bard behind his back.

After praising Margery's beauty, he also talked about the progress of the matter, but it was more detailed than his father's letter.

Margaery compared her father's letters, the difference was only brief and detailed, but for some reason she felt a little offended here.

At the end, it was informed that Green had been entrusted with an important task by the king and would go to Essos.

Margaery frowned slightly. Although Green said it would not delay their plans, he did not tell her the specific return date.

Margaery quickly relaxed her brows again. Golden Rose valued the results, and she believed that Green knew the importance.

Grandma's teachings are still in my ears, and the ever-growing Golden Rose family can take the initiative at any time.

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The reason for Margery's repeated research was to learn more about Greene through the letters in her hand.

People like Green were very unfamiliar to Margery, and it would take a lot of effort to control him.

She is also looking forward to the next meeting with Green, and he still owes her "advice."

"Miss Margery, let's start the game!"

The laughter of Margaery's maids interrupted Margaery's thoughts.

Margaery's tone was a little helpless: "Sometimes I really envy your liveliness. I just took a break."

Meg Tyrell had the loudest voice among the maids, "Miss Margaery, you have been here for a long time!"

Ello Tyrell said with concern in his tone: "Margaery, you really should relax."

Arlan Tyrell's voice was very soft: "Margaery, would you like to play a song for you?"

The maids said something to each other, but they were all concerned about Margaery.

Margery said helplessly: "I know, I'm just busy lately and I can't always deliver, so don't worry about me."

Meg glanced at the envelope on the table and said, "Margery, are you reading that bard's letter again?"

"Bard again?"

"His tongue is sweet."

The maids burst into laughter, and Margaery couldn't help laughing when she looked at them.

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Crab Claw Peninsula, Whispering City.

The blue sky is cloudless and the fresh breeze is refreshing.

At the gate of the castle, the well-dressed Kalea looked up eagerly.

Bachelor Al next to him blinked his eyes and said in a teasing tone: "Good boy, don't be anxious. It's a good thing that the people love the lord."

Kalea's cheeks were slightly red and she said, "Bachelor Al!"

Under Green's arrangement, Kalea has been studying with Bachelor Al and has been exposed to a lot of novel knowledge.

The more time passed, the more Kalea admired Bachelor Al's knowledge. She felt that she would never be able to reach the level of Bachelor Al in this life.

Kalea's expression quickly returned to normal.

There is nothing to be shy about. Women from Crab Claw Peninsula always strive for whatever they want!

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Bachelor Al looked at the changes on Kalea's face and showed a kind smile.

As a fourth-generation veteran of the Kleb family (Green's grandfather, father, mother, and himself), Bachelor Al has spent most of his life in Whispering Castle and has personally experienced the ups and downs of the Kleb family.

In the opinion of Bachelor Al, Green's behavior and actions are a variant of the Kleb family, which is very unscrupulous.

A family that only knew how to wield swords unexpectedly welcomed a head who liked to use his brain.

The Kleb family has gone through ups and downs, and finally has an opportunity to rise. The appearance of Green is the evidence.

This opportunity may have been planted when Mrs. Kleb paid special attention to Green's knowledge and teaching.

Thinking of this, Bachelor Al couldn't help but straighten his waist... I taught Green how to read and write!

The Kleb family already controls nearly two-thirds of the land on the Crab Claw Peninsula, with tens of thousands of citizens.

The young lord will not stop his footsteps. Maester Al believes that the remaining land on the Crab Claw Peninsula will soon belong to the Krab Territory, establishing the Kleb Family's absolute rule over the Crab Claw Peninsula and becoming a pivotal figure in the royal territory. Military nobility.

Maester Al sighed secretly, this might be the beginning of a real war.

Although Duke Jon and the nobles of the valley did not directly use weapons, they caused too much blood on the Crab Claw Peninsula. After more than ten years of accumulation, they have become a blood feud.

Maester Al cheered up. He would live for a few more years and continue to serve the lord. By the way... the valley also prevented him from adding new books for several years. I can still hand him a knife.

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At the gate of the castle, Green jumped off his horse.

"Lord Green!"

Kalea held up her skirt, walked quickly, and rushed towards Green.

Green felt the soft fragrance...but couldn't feel it. In order to show the majesty of the lord, he always wore Kleb's ancestral armor.

The two hugged each other, and Green patted Kalea's back gently, with a gentle look on his face, but he was in a daze in his heart.

Did I do anything that I forgot about?

Bachelor Al grinned, revealing the few remaining teeth: "Master Green, Kalea is growing up, and Kleib has never lacked courage."

The two separated their bodies, Green chuckled, and reached out to stroke Kalea's dark hair.

Green glanced at Bachelor Al and said, "Sister Al, I am very happy to see that you are still healthy. You seem to be several years younger than before I left?"

Bachelor Al stroked his chest: "Lord Green, thank you for your concern. I deal with territory letters every day, so I can see good news every day, which always makes me physically and mentally happy."

Green nodded with a smile and said, "Come on, Sam!"

When Samwell heard Green's voice, he came out from behind and greeted Academician Al shyly: "Good day, Academician Al."

"His name is Samwell Tarly, from the Reach, and he will be your steward."

Bachelor Al said with a kind expression: "Samwell, you have a pair of bachelor's eyes. Welcome to your arrival."

Samwell nodded quickly in thanks and scratched the back of his head shyly.

At this time, Kalea stared at Green and said, "Master Green, I have prepared hot water for you."

Green raised his eyebrows and said to everyone, "Let's go in."

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Three days later, they arrived at Kleb Manor outside King's Landing.

The blue sky was as clear as water, with not a single cloud in sight, and the sultry air made it hard to breathe.

Dick clenched the dagger in his hand and approached a strong rooster gently.

They were about the same distance apart, and just as Dick was about to raise his arm, the rooster flew away from Dick, leaving only a few feathers behind.

Dick gritted his teeth and wanted to chase after him, but Jeffrey stopped him.

"Dick, you only have one chance. If you fail to succeed, you are already in danger. The enemy is not a chicken waiting to be slaughtered."

Hearing this, Dick sat down on the ground, a little dejected.

In the first stage of dagger training, the chicken has one leg tied up. As long as he moves quickly, he can hit him with one blow.

Recently, Kleb Manor has been eating roast chicken every day, and they are all chickens slaughtered by Dick.

Whatever the reason, Dick showed good perseverance, and Jeffrey's opinion of Dick improved a lot.

"Wrist strength and speed still need to be trained. Let's take a rest and then continue."

Dick stood up, patted his clothes, straightened his back, and said, "Okay, Mr. Jeffrey. I think I've found some tips, and I'll just think about it!"

After Dick finished speaking, Jeffrey frowned imperceptibly.

Jeffrey thought again, did not speak, and just nodded.

Some personalities cannot be changed, as long as you can achieve your goals!

Jeffrey stopped leaving and said: "You must master it within a week. If you can meet the requirements within a week, I will take you brothers and sisters to Whispering City to meet Lord Green."

After a pause, Jeffrey stared at Dick and said: "If it can't be completed, I can only let you brothers and sisters stay here. Dick, this is Lord Green's order."

Dick's pupils shrank and he said: "Stay...stay here? Sir Jeffrey, I don't quite understand what this sentence means!"

Jeffrey shook his head and said: "No, Mr. Dick, actually you understand very well. I am an illiterate hunter. I am just repeating Lord Green's original words. Don't question Lord Green. Do you understand?"

Jeffrey's eyes became sharp, making Dick feel the danger.

Dick's Adam's apple rolled, he swallowed his saliva, and his tone pretended to be relaxed: "Don't worry, I don't think there is a problem with me. Please help me tell Mr. Green that I will never let him down!"

Jeffrey nodded silently and started walking again.

After Jeffrey's figure disappeared, Dick wiped the cold sweat from his forehead.

Here it is again... Dick was threatened by various threats almost every day, and the heavy pressure made him breathless.

Dick looked in the direction of his sister's house for a while and braced himself.

At least now I have good food, good clothes, and good housing!

It's so painful... Dick wants to cry, it's really hard, he really wants to go back... He doesn't want to go back to the old days at all, or to a dirty and smelly place. He likes how his sister looks like a noble lady now. .

He is an older brother, and he must be strong for Yulia and himself!

Dick suddenly felt full of strength. After staring at the energetic rooster for a while, his shoulders slumped again. How could this little thing be so flexible? It would be better if it had no wings.

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Red Fort, Prime Minister's Bedroom.

Jon Arryn was the only one in the room. He threw the note into the brazier with a heavy expression and trembling hands, and the flames suddenly rose.

The note that Prime Minister Jon burned was secretly sent by Lord Stannis Baratheon. After seeing the content, he had no intention of lying in bed to recuperate.

Stannis suspected that the three legitimate children of King Robert and Cersei Lannister were not King Robert's blood. Stannis pointed out that he knew that Robert's bastard children all had black hair, and the three children born to Cersei (Joffrey, Myrcella, Tommen) all have blond hair.

Although Duke Jon and Duke Stannis have political differences in many places, Duke Jon trusts Duke Stannis very much.

Prime Minister Jon felt that if he could choose the most honest person in the Seven Kingdoms, it would be Stannis Baratheon.

Jon's expression was bitter. If this matter were true, it would cause great turmoil in the entire kingdom.

If it is not handled well, it can easily turn into a war, and the scale of the war will be no less than that of the war more than ten years ago.

This matter was too big to be handed over to anyone. He didn't dare to trust anyone, so he had to investigate it himself.

The first thing Duke Jon thought of was the "Genealogy and History of the Major Nobles of the Seven Kingdoms" in the hands of Archmaester Pycelle. This book recorded the appearance descriptions of the children of the Baratheon family through generations.

Secondly, the illegitimate children that King Robert left outside are readily available evidence, and each one needs to be investigated and recorded.

If it is true... Prime Minister Jon closed his eyes with a heavy expression. This is not only a shame for the royal family, but also a shame for the king's hand.

Duke Jon dragged his sick body and began to secretly mobilize the men he brought from the valley.

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That night, Petyr Baelish learned from Lysa Tully that Lord Jon had suddenly mobilized his cronies in the valley.

Duke Jon hid it from everyone, but he could not hide it from his wife, Lysa.

Petyr's gray-green eyes trembled, and he felt that something big was about to happen in the Red Keep.

What could it be?

Petyr was lost in thought, in a manner that struck Lysa Tully as nonchalant.

"Petyr, we haven't seen each other for several days. I can't feel your love, and it makes me sad."

Petyr naturally changed the expression on his face, lowered his head, and said with a hint of surprise: "My Lysa, I just suddenly remembered the time when we were young. I already had gray hair, but you are still so charming. "

There was only deep love in Petyr's eyes.

Lysa hugged Petyr tightly, her eyes filled with moisture: "Littlefinger, you are still the handsome young man in Riverrun who only loves me."

Petyr lifted Lysa's chin, lowered his head and left a gentle touch on her forehead.

"My Lysa, I will always love you."

Petyr raised the corners of his lips, his eyes flickering... The chaotic ascending ladder may be close before his eyes.