The Iron Throne of Ice and Fire

Tyrion leaned back in his chair, spread his hands, and said, "Maybe the little running wolf doesn't want to be from another family, Lord Tywin?"

Seeing his sister's beautiful and clear blue eyes moving towards him, his obedient brother smiled playfully at her.

Cersei unexpectedly smiled at her brother. Her smile had to be admitted to be charming, but it made Tyrion's heart skip a beat. Did she have some bad idea to harm him?

Tyrion did not avoid Cersei's hidden malicious gaze, and the smile on his face gradually deepened. If he showed his timidity in front of the lioness, she would become even more careless.

"Tyrion, there is no obligation to satisfy your curiosity. Continue talking about Oberyn Martell."

The majestic voice of the old lion ended the secret contest between the sister and the brother.

He continued: "I was thinking about how to appease Oberyn Martell, who is unlike the careful and cautious Prince Doran."

Tyrion shrugged and said, "I have only heard of his many interesting stories in bed. Others...I also heard that he likes to put poison on his weapons?"

Duke Tywin's green eyes moved slightly, glanced at Tyrion, and said: "Prince Doran's every word and every action... will be carefully weighed in terms of severity and consequences, and Prince Oberyn is a self-righteous madman."

While Tyrion was still thinking about his father's words, Sir Jaime suddenly said: "Oberyn Martell is a notorious guy. Poison on the sword is only a small crime for him. He is a worse bastard than Robert." A lot, and he doesn’t just like women.”

After a while of silence, Tyrion suddenly pretended to be afraid and said: "Lord Tywin, is my errand too dangerous?"

The old lion simply ignored his wise words.

He coughed slightly and then said: "I remembered one thing. It is rumored that Prince Oberyn asked Dorne to raise troops to support Viserys Targaryen after Robert I sat on the Iron Throne?"

Duke Tywin nodded slightly and said: "Although no one has publicly announced this, it is indeed true. During that time, messenger crows came and went, and messengers came and went from north to south. I don't know much about the content. I only know the end. Jon Arryn went to Sunspear in person, returned the remains of Prince Lewen, and negotiated face to face with Prince Doran to end the confrontation. "

After a pause, he continued: "Since then, Robert has not been to Dorne, and Prince Oberyn has not been to King's Landing."

After listening, Tyrion rolled his eyes slightly, paused, and said: "So, now that he is here, it is possible that his hostility has not disappeared with the passage of time, but..."

He spread his hands and grinned: "The suppressed fire of hatred is even more intense. Just look at what happened between the people of Crab Claw Peninsula and the people of the valley. I have to admit that Prime Minister Jon has left a great 'legacy' for the valley. ”

"Tyrion, play your role well." Lord Tywin's voice was cold.

Tyrion forced a smile and said: "The decision is still made by the thoughtful Prince Doran. He knows that Dorne cannot continue to be far away from the center of the Seven Kingdoms. So..."

His upper body leaned forward: "My task is to take Prince Oberyn around the female wards of King's Landing so that he can indulge in tenderness... This is the role I want to play, right, Lord Tywin?"

Lord Tywin pursed his lips, remained silent for a while, and said, "Tyrion, every tool has its own special purpose, and every task requires special tools."

His words fell, followed by Cersei's sneer.

tool?

Tyrion was getting better and better at hiding his emotions in front of his father. He took a breath secretly. He glanced at Cersei, who was full of ridicule, and smiled at Duke Tywin: "Prime Minister, since you think so highly of me, I will tell you the truth. To be honest...although I used the head of the Mountain to appease many benefactors, you should know the source of Prince Oberyn's fire of hatred..."

Duke Tywin said coldly: "Oberyn is nothing more than hearsay, stable gossip and kitchen chat. There is not even a bit of actual evidence."

Tyrion seemed helpless: "Since he wants to win over Dorne, Lannister must at least come up with a good reason to deal with Prince Oberyn? He has hatred in his heart, and he will definitely not let go of this rare... request.' Just' chance."

Before Duke Tywin could speak, Queen Cersei said: "The surrender is not qualified to demand justice. If it were me, I would not pay attention to his unreasonable request. Even without Dorne joining us, we can still win."

Good sister, you are so sober! Just when Tyrion was about to "praise" her wisdom, Jaime suddenly stood up.

Seeing everyone looking at him, Sir James shrugged and said, "I'll pour wine for you."

After saying that, he walked towards the wine cabinet.

After a pause, Duke Tywin shifted his gaze to Tyrion, and he regained his calm tone: "The Mountain killed Princess Elia Martell and Prince Aegon (Prince Rhaegar's wife and Prince Rhaegar). Son), Ser Amory Lorch killed Princess Rhaenys (Prince Rhaegar’s daughter).”

As soon as he finished speaking, Sir Jaime came over with a flagon and wine glasses, and poured a glass of wine for everyone.

Tyrion took a sip of summer red and said, "Ser Amory is also a beast raised by the Lannister. He is loyally guarding Harrenhal for us (Chapter 295)."

Queen Cersei put down her wine glass and said: "It's very simple, let the Mountain bear everything. Tyrion, if Oberyn asks you, just tell him that the Mountain did it alone."

"It's also a way."

After a pause, Tyrion said again: "Sister Queen Mother, what if Prince Oberyn insists on finding out the mastermind?"

Queen Cersei snorted softly and replied: "You are such a fool. You just said that the Mountain acted on its own initiative in an attempt to win the favor of the new king."

It barely made sense, but Tyrion felt that Prince Oberyn would not be satisfied with this "answer".

Lord Tywin tapped his fingers on the armrest of the chair and said: "Tyrion, I will tell Oberyn that it was the Mountain that killed Elia and her children. If he asks, you will tell him the same thing."

"I am at your disposal, Lord Tywin. But... I have to remind you that the Seven Kingdoms know that the Mountain is a knight of the Lannister family, and at that time..."

After speaking for a while, Tyrion looked at his father and said in a sincere tone: "I am not qualified to question your decision, but... in my opinion, you really shouldn't have soiled yourself for Robert Baratheon. hand."

Lord Tywin looked at Tyrion, as if he was looking at an idiot: "If you really think so, I should take back your clever comment. If you think about it carefully, Lannister joined Robert's side last. We must pay tribute to him." Baratheon must show sincerity."

"When I place the Targaryen body in front of the Iron Throne, it will be clear to everyone that the Lannisters have turned their back on the Targaryen throne forever."

"Robert himself is most gratified. Even a fool like him knows that as long as Rhaegar's child remains in the world, Baratheon will not be able to sit on the Iron Throne."

After a pause, he continued: "I admit that they went too far, especially they should not have hurt Elia Martell. This is downright stupid. Without a child of Targaryen blood, she herself is gone. significance."

Tyrion shrugged his shoulders: "But the Mountain and the others brutally killed them."

Duke Tywin stared at the dwarf son for a while and said: "That's because I didn't explicitly order him to stop, or maybe I simply forgot to mention her. There were too many things to consider at that time. Ed Stark led the cavalry day and night At the same time, I have to guard against him taking the lead and causing conflict between our family and the victors, and I also have to guard against Aerys murdering your brother Jaime in order to insult me."

He glanced coldly at his eldest son who was addicted to the knight's game and said: "In addition, I have to guard against white knight James doing stupid things if he lets his own temper."

Hearing this, Jaime Lannister smiled bitterly.

Lord Tywin finally said in disgust: "To be honest, if they had the brains given to humans by the gods, they should coax the children and use silk pillows instead of getting their hands full of blood."

Hearing the mention of pillows in her father's words, Queen Cersei couldn't help but pick up the wine glass and take a sip of wine. She also glanced at the old lion while drinking.

Tyrion raised his glass and gestured to Lord Tywin, grinning: "Because of their 'foolishness', at least they didn't dirty your hands, Lord Tywin."

"Watch your tongue, I taught you, Tyrion."

Duke Tywin stared at the dwarf son coldly, and then said: "I have satisfied your curiosity. Do you still have any doubts about your mission?"

Putting down the wine glass, Tyrion stroked his chest and said, "Thank you for your support, Prime Minister."

After his words fell, Queen Cersei's sarcastic voice sounded: "You have to remember, if you mess up your errand, you will lose your father's face."

Tyrion reluctantly resisted the urge to sarcastically go back and said: "Please rest assured, the task given to me by Lord Tywin is exactly what I am good at. I think... no one dares to deliberately cause trouble at this time, my dear. Sister Queen Mother?”

"Enough, that's enough of the discussion about Dorne."

Duke Tywin's eyes slowly glanced at the children present, and said: "Let's talk about... Green Claypool."

The old lion glanced at his good daughter and added slowly: "Duke."

Tyrion moved in his chair, and his face became a little distorted. It was hard for him to hold back his laughter, but he didn't expect... his kind father was quite humorous.

After a period of silence, Queen Cersei couldn't help but defend herself: "Greene conquered the Eyrie for my son and captured Duke Arryn. My canonization is just a reward in advance."

Lord Tywin stared for a while and said: "Perhaps this canonization can bring some benefits to the Lannister family, Joffrey's mother."

"I am helping my son show the King's justice to the Seven Kingdoms."

After saying that, Cersei turned her face away: Green's guess was indeed correct, the old lion had been planning to weaken her power.

Cersei's reaction caused Duke Tywin's chest to rise and fall visibly. He calmed down and said with suppressed anger: "Cersei, Jaime, Tyrion, I have promised Green Claymore that I will never do anything for him again." …”

He looked at his daughter: "Cersei, you can choose your marriage partner yourself."

His fingers slightly bent: "At the same time, he also promised me that he would no longer be involved in Lannister family affairs."

His eyes glanced at his children again: "I order you not to let him be embarrassed by your family affairs in the future."

After the old lion finished speaking, the lioness raised her chin and objected: "But I am the Queen Regent."

Lord Tywin's voice suddenly rose: "You are my daughter! You are a Lannister!"

His voice vibrated with suppressed anger: "Cersei, I've had enough of your self-righteous stupidity. Don't let me remind you twice."

"Keep this in mind, Cersei," he warned.

The old lion looked away from his daughter, whose eyes were red, and moved towards Tyrion.

Tyrion nodded slightly and grinned: "Lord Tywin, in fact, Duke Kleb and I have always had a ruthless trading relationship."

When his father's eyes came to him, Sir James shrugged and said, "Father, I don't think I need to ask him for help."

After a pause, he added: "I still owe him a favor."

Finally, the old lion's light green eyes looked back at the lioness.

He stared at her with a stubborn face and tight lips for a while, and said coldly: "Let me hear your answer."

Under Duke Tywin's sharp gaze, Queen Cersei could not hold on for long. She raised her hand to wipe the corners of her eyes, sniffed, and nodded silently.

"Very well, please remember your promise tonight."

On the table, Queen Cersei nodded slightly again; under the table, her clenched fists were trembling slightly.

The door to the study room was opened, and Lord Tywin walked out, followed closely by... Tyrion, who was almost trotting.

"Lord Tywin."

Tyrion had to do this. If he didn't leave with the old lion, he would definitely be used as a target of venting anger and revenge by Cersei.

Think about it, he is really a pitiful little person.

Tyrion smiled at Ser Kevan and said hello: "Uncle Kevan."

"Let's go."

Ser Kevan nodded kindly to his nephew and followed Lord Tywin.

Tyrion first glanced at his father's long legs, then at his own short legs, sighed to himself, and followed.

In the study room.

With a crash, Ser Jaime picked up the golden flagon and poured wine into Cersei's glass.

Queen Cersei picked up the wine glass and drank it in one gulp. Then...she threw the wine glass in her hand at the wall angrily.

After the old lion left, she became more and more angry.

Looking at the furious lioness, Sir Jaime stood aside and said helplessly: "Cersei, father has made a lot of concessions for you, which is rare."

"What do you know?!"

Cersei's fullness was rising and falling. She stared at Jaime and taunted: "I only saw you in front of Tywin, and even the courage to draw the sword disappeared. A lioness never needs cowardly comfort."

Sir James frowned and said: "Cersei, Green is no longer an officer who only serves you. He is already a lord who controls a large area of ​​land. The same thing, now... may be related to Game of Thrones, as a Lannister you have to be careful.”

Cersei snorted coldly: "No matter how good the reason is, it is just a cowardly excuse."