The Iron Throne of Ice and Fire

After Green's words fell, the hall suddenly fell silent.

Duke Mace Tyrell, who was digesting the content of Green's words, slowly puffed up his cheeks.

Inflatable fish... Green sighed inwardly, and it turned out to be the right nickname.

Although Margaery Tyrell was also surprised by what she heard, she could still keep the smile on her face.

As a daughter, Margaery knew her father very well and knew that he would not be able to recover for a while, so she took the initiative to speak.

"Baron Green, this is no small matter. On behalf of the Golden Rose family, I would like to thank you very much for your honesty to us, but..."

Margery's beautiful eyes looked directly at Green, and she continued: "I like to listen to your wise opinions. Can you tell us the reason first?"

Green first touched his chest to express his thanks, and then said, "Miss Margery, you're welcome. I'm willing to be honest with you."

Margery smiled like a flower and tapped her chin.

Green opened his mouth, paused again, and then lowered his voice and said: "Prime Minister Jon's condition is more serious. It has affected the kingdom's political affairs and is more serious than everyone thought."

Margery covered her mouth with her white hands, her eyes widening.

Green couldn't help but praise her performance, it was so good... Little Rose is an excellent supporter.

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Duke Mace Tyrell murmured to himself: If I became the Hand of the King, the status of the Tyrell family in the Seven Kingdoms

Very tempting.

Duke Mace Tyrell finally came to his senses and coughed lightly: "Green, tell me what you think."

Green nodded and said: "Your Excellency, although Prime Minister Jon's health no longer allows him to work hard, he is still worried about the kingdom. In serious cases, he has to handle government affairs in bed."

Green paints a picture of a responsible prime minister who devoted himself to the kingdom regardless of his physical condition.

The Duke of Metz and Margaery looked at each other without trace.

Duke Metz thinks it’s not easy for Duke Jon.

Margery noticed something in Green's words. On the surface, it sounded like a compliment, but she realized another meaning in the words.

The state of Prime Minister Jon has aroused the dissatisfaction and ambition of many thoughtful people.

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Green looked at Duke Metz and said respectfully: "Duke Jon has been working hard for more than ten years. For Duke Jon's health, Red Castle has to consider a new candidate for prime minister."

The Duke of Metz suppressed the smile that was about to overflow, and asked in a kind tone: "Have you decided on who?"

Margaery sighed secretly that her father was too anxious, and added: "Baron Green, are you having any difficulties?"

Green's eyes moved, he glanced at Margaery, nodded and said: "After all, this is a major event in the kingdom. Everyone attaches great importance to this matter. They are all recommending others with their heart, or recommending themselves. The next person can assist Robert. His Majesty’s choice to govern the kingdom.”

The Duke of Metz had a trace of unconcealable nervousness on his face, and he couldn't help but ask: "Who is there?"

Green hesitated to speak, looking hesitant.

Margaery's eyes stayed at her father for a moment, and she said sincerely to Green: "Baron Green, I think my father has roughly guessed what you are thinking. What we need now is mutual trust and honesty. The Golden Rose family cannot Any help from anyone will be forgotten.”

Green shook his head, and his tone was equally sincere: "Duke Metz, Miss Margaery, I naturally have to be honest. Because of Queen Cersei's trust, as her chief affairs officer, Her Royal Highness did consult me ​​on this matter. The first thing I did was boldly recommend the Duke of Metz to Queen Cersei."

Duke Mace Tyrell stroked his beard, and there was a trace of satisfaction on his face.

Margaery's brown eyes trembled: "Baron Greene, did you persuade Queen Cersei? Or...can I ask how you persuaded Queen Cersei?"

"certainly."

After a pause, Green said: "As far as I know, the most popular candidates for the new prime minister are Lord Stannis Baratheon, Lord of the Sea, and Lord Renly Baratheon, Lord Minister of Justice."

Confusion flashed across Margaery's little face: "Duke Renly and Lord Stannis?"

Lord Mace Tyrell frowned.

Green put a palm on his chest and said respectfully: "This is my analysis. Duke Renly has always been the Minister of Justice, but he is nowhere to be seen in the Red Keep. He lacks one thing compared to the Duke of Metz. responsibility and governance capabilities.

The upright Duke Stannis lacks flexibility and kindness compared to the Duke of Metz. The King's Hand needs to help His Majesty the King unite people.

Now only you in all of Westeros can fill Lord Jon's shoes and quickly stabilize the kingdom. "

The analysis was so good... Duke Mace Tyrell smiled and touched his beard.

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Margery's fingers flexed slightly.

Margaery found that when she was in contact with Green, she would unknowingly relax her vigilance, and because of what he revealed, she could not help but raise her vigilance, and so on.

Margery has always kept her grandmother's teachings in mind, coupled with her father's actions, and has never dared to relax her spirit.

Margaery felt a little tired from being so focused all the time.

The life in Highgarden was so comfortable that Margaery had not experienced mental fatigue for a long time, but it actually made her feel kind.

Margery's brown eyes met a bright light. This silent contest made Margery feel indescribably excited.

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Green said: "Although Queen Cersei is not interested in the political affairs of the kingdom, she needs to consider Prince Joffrey, because Prince Joffrey needs more support."

“The Baratheon family already occupies two important seats in the Royal Council, and going any further will not be conducive to the stability of the kingdom.

At this moment, Duke of Mace, your ability and strength are Queen Cersei’s natural ally. It was because of you that I convinced Queen Cersei to support you in taking over as Hand of the King. "

Green finally added: "It's all about the Kingdom, and that's my public spirit."

The Duke of Metz was already smiling: "Green, you are rare. I will never forget your contribution."

The Duke of Metz couldn't help but sigh. He didn't expect that the person who understood him best among the Seven Kingdoms was actually the young man in front of him who had always admired him.

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Margaery suddenly said: "Baron Green, do you already have a plan?"

Green first glanced at the kind-looking Duke of Metz before replying: "I have an immature plan, but I need to obtain the consent of the Duke of Metz first."

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King's Landing City, Silent Sister Street, the light blue sky is as clear as washed.

Green's young butler Leighton was standing in a dark corner of the street, staring at several figures in gold robes in the distance.

Among the several golden robes, Leiden paid attention to the leader among them.

The man had a thin face. Although he was wearing a gold robe and uniform, he was too thin and made people worried that a strong wind would blow him down.

Little Butler Leiden frowned.

This golden robe bearing the surname of Kleb does not look like a member of the Kleb family.

The Kleb bloodline wandering outside?

Since the surname Kleber is used, it also shows that the child was born out of wedlock.

Layton felt that this issue needed his attention.

As one of the few civil servants in Whispering City, Leiden was in no hurry to take action.

After all, this person's identity is a golden robe. If he doesn't handle things well, it will easily cause trouble, and the gains outweigh the losses.

And, the main thing is this kind of thing, he is not qualified enough to decide for himself without the order of the lord.

It happened that people from the Survey Corps were also in King's Landing, so Layton decided to let the people from the Survey Corps keep an eye on this person first and collect relevant intelligence.

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The Red Keep, Maegor's Tower.

The dark circles under Jaime Lannister's eyes had deepened from lack of rest recently.

Queen Cersei Lannister glanced sideways at James, who was yawning secretly, and said, "James, have you been in a high mood recently?"

Jaime looked at Cersei in confusion and asked, "Why are you so excited?"

Jaime only heard Cersei's snort.

Suddenly, James' sleepiness disappeared. After thinking for a while, he asked tentatively: "Are you talking about me going out at night?"

Cersei took a sip of Summer Red and said, "There are a hundred women's hospitals in King's Landing, which is enough to satisfy you for the rest of your time. I suggest you not to be in such a hurry."

After saying that, he snorted again and said: "Don't use it as a bedroom like your dear dwarf brother. You are a Lannister."

James smiled and said helplessly: "Cersei, it's not what you think. You should know that I don't like it there. You will always be the only one for me."

Jaime said as he walked behind Cersei and put his hands on her shoulders.

Cersei raised her chin slightly, raised the corners of her lips, and said, "I don't like you hiding things from me."

Jaime's big hand on Cersei's shoulder froze for a moment.

Cersei's green eyes moved and she said, "It seems that you choose to continue to hide it."

After saying that, Cersei shook her shoulders, left Jaime's hands, and turned to stare at Jaime.

James suddenly thought of Green.

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James explained: "It's about Green. He speculates that there may be other black hands hidden in the Queen's District incident. He and I have been investigating secretly."

James, who knew Cersei, noticed that her anger was rising, and immediately said: "I didn't mean to hide it from you, we were just guessing, so we didn't tell you, just in case. You know me, I To ensure your absolute safety, we want to find out as soon as possible.”

"James, I'm not that delicate."

Cersei slowly approached Jaime.

Cersei looked up at James, her white hands pressed against James' chest, and the corners of her lips curved: "James, only after you entered my body did I feel complete. Since I asked you not to If you hide it from me, I won’t hide it from you either.”

James held Cersei's hand, looked at her, and slowly raised his lips: "Cersei, me too."

James was obsessed with Cersei's tenderness, but Cersei's next words shocked James into a cold sweat.

"James, I've already taken action."

"???"

"I've had enough of Robert's drunkard! Jaime, it's already started. It's too late for you to stop it. You can only choose to help me."

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Dragonstone Island, dark clouds are gathering.

Dragonstone is an island formed by the eruption of an active volcano, located at the exit of Blackwater Bay, and its castle is carved into the shape of a dragon.

During the Targaryen dynasty, Dragonstone was traditionally awarded to the king's heir.

Therefore, the king's heir is also known as the Prince of Dragonstone.

After the Usurper's War, King Robert Baratheon granted Dragonstone to Stannis Baratheon, but it no longer had the significance of being the king's heir.

Inside Dragonstone Castle.

The stern-faced Lord Stannis Baratheon sat in front of the long table, handling government affairs meticulously.

Knight Davos Seaworth stood quietly waiting.

Brush brush brush.

Stannis waved his quill, signed the order, and stamped it with a bang.

Stannis looked at Davos and said, "Davos, are the arrangements made?"

Davos nodded and said respectfully: "Duke Stannis, I have other things to report, about Baron Greene Crab."

Stannis put down the quill in his hand and said, "What happened?"

"Our people inquired that Duke Jon is going to send Green to the other side of the strait and ask him to deal with the two young dragons of the Dragon family."

Stannis frowned and said, "Varys has never been responsible for this matter..."

Stannis suddenly said angrily: "It's like this again, they only know how to indulge in dark methods. Jon, the position of the King's Hand has completely made him lose his heart of honor."

With that, Stannis closed his eyes.

Davos raised his eyes and looked worriedly at Stannis, who had his eyes closed, but did not say any words of comfort.

Stannis needs no comfort from others.

After a while, Stannis opened his eyes, his eyes sharp.

"Loyal Davos, do you think I need to continue to support Prime Minister Jon?"

Davos looked at Stannis with reverence: "Lord Stannis, with all due respect, you need to change your strategy."

Stannis nodded his head imperceptibly: "Well, I can't let him tarnish my honor."

Stannis looked at Davos and asked, "Tell me your suggestions."

Davos took a step forward, stroked his chest and nodded, with a respectful voice: "Duke Stannis, while our people were investigating Baron Green, they also inadvertently obtained information about Prime Minister Jon. I have to say that there are indeed no secrets in the Red Castle. .”

Stannis snorted mockingly.

Davos continued: "Duke Stannis, according to our intelligence, Prime Minister Jon's body is no longer allowed to perform his duties. The kingdom needs a new Prime Minister to restore the situation of the kingdom. I sincerely recommend that you, Competing for the hand of the new king, only greatness like you can stabilize the kingdom under King Robert."

Robert... Stannis shook his head slightly: "Davos, I feel your loyalty to me. I am willing to sacrifice everything for the kingdom. However, Robert will never agree."

Davos knelt down on one knee towards Stannis: "Duke Stannis, I understand your concerns, but King Robert has been addicted to wine and beauties for many years. He is no longer heroic, and his authority in the Red Keep has long been lost. Not before.”

Stannis stared at Davos sharply for a while and said, "What do you want to do?"

Davos raised his face and said: "Please allow me to go out on a mission to find allies who support you. If you can become the Hand of the King, they will also be your help in the future."