Game of Thrones: I Became a Crown Prince For a Day

Chapter 13 Specious Answers

 “This is the prophecy of A Song of Ice and Fire.”

Viserys explained patiently: "Before Aegon died, the last fire wizard in Valyria hid his song in a dagger."

“Knowing this is a responsibility and a heavy burden.”

 “More important than the throne and the king!”

As he spoke, he watched Rhaegar’s every move.

 Under the bright firelight, the shadows of the father and son were lengthened and enlarged.

 As the wind blows the flames, they are constantly twisting and changing.

Rhaegar blinked and was at a loss: "A Song of Ice and Fire? I thought this was a superstition made up in the book."

 He does know A Song of Ice and Fire.

　　When I was exploring this dragon-horn dagger, the system prompt mentioned that the song of ice and fire was recorded in the dagger.

 And the relics obtained from the exploration are called "the warnings of the sages."

　Now it seems that it is very meaningful.

Viserys said solemnly: "The prophecy is real. I hope you can keep it in your heart and always be wary of the unknown darkness and cold winter."

 “I will, father.”

Rhaegar didn't know what was going on, but he realized what was at stake.

Viserys walked around the brazier and hesitated: "I once asked Rhaenyra a question. Do you want to know what it is?"

  “What is it?”

　　What his father said became more and more profound. Rhaegar could not understand it and subconsciously asked questions.

 “About dragons, thoughts on dragons!”

At this point, Viserys had no reason to stop and continued: "Dragon is an ancient creature that has followed the Targaryen family since ancient Valyria. It is great but flawed."

"What do you think of this?"

Rhaegar shook his head: "My dragon eggs haven't hatched yet, and my sister refused to take me on a dragon ride. The closest thing I have to a dragon is Balerion's skull."

 As a Targaryen, he has his own dragon egg.

 Comes from a giant dragon called Dream Fire.

Rhaenyra personally selected him from the dragon's lair before he was born.

So many years have passed, and the dragon egg has shown no sign of hatching.

Viserys didn't care about this and emphasized: "It doesn't matter, you just need to tell me what you think about dragons."

 Looking at his father's serious expression.

Rhaegar knew this was important.

 Think back to Balerion's massive skull.

Even without the scales and flesh, the feeling of oppression caused by facing the skull is still strong.

 And the dragon egg that belongs to him.

 Bake it in a special stove, it is not afraid of high temperatures and has a firm texture.

 It is very different from the bird eggs and chicken eggs I have seen.

 Lastly there is Rhaenyra.

 She was able to fly with a dragon at the age of 7 and became a dragon knight.

 Every time I see her or get close to her.

Rhaegar could smell the faint smell of sulfur.

 He knew it was the smell of dragon.

　　After pondering for a while, Rhaegar organized his words and replied: "The dragon is the most powerful controllable weapon in the world. Even though Aegon the Conqueror had amazing wisdom and courage, he rode on the back of a dragon to unify the seven kingdoms."

“Dragons are dangerous, but only by mastering them can a Targaryen rise above ordinary men.”

 “Otherwise, you will surely fall from the Iron Throne.”

 This is what he means.

This is also the most objective view he can give at the moment.

Viserys listened carefully, with a hint of relief on his face, and asked again: "If one day you ride a dragon and face the rebellion of the disrespectful ones, how should you deal with it?"

 “Burn them!”

Rhaegar spat out this sentence without thinking.

 “You said dragons were dangerous?”

Viserys frowned.

Rhaegar didn't realize anything was wrong: "But without the dragon, Targaryen's majesty will not be able to intimidate Xiaoxiao."

“When necessary, dragon flames will destroy those who disobey, leaving only one voice in Westeros.”

Viserys fell silent upon hearing his eldest son's will.

 Subjectively speaking, Rhaegar is right.

  The reason why the Targaryen family can become the kings of the Seven Kingdoms, the help of dragons is indispensable.

 But when I think of the prophecies of A Song of Ice and Fire.

 He did not want to rely too much on the dragon.

 Old Valyria could never satisfy her greed and desire because of her self-control in controlling the dragon. It brought about a natural disaster that would destroy the world.

He thought of the days before Rhaenyra was named heir a few years ago.

 He asked the same question.

Rhaenyra's answer was not far removed from Rhaegar's original answer.

 But Rhaenyra had a more thorough understanding of the relationship between dragons and Targaryens.

 She doesn’t think that she can gain everything by riding a dragon.

Her character is very similar to that of her father, Viserys. They both dislike war and are strict with themselves.

 Looking back at Rhaegar's answer, it is similar to a person.

 Daemon Targaryen.

 His biological brother.

To be honest, for a while, he considered making Daemon his successor.

 Forget about the disloyal and unjust things that Dimon did to himself.

 Daemon’s views on dragons are very extreme.

 The dragon is the sharp sword in his hand.

 The so-called sharp weapon is in hand, and the murderous intention arises.

With this unparalleled weapon in his hand, sooner or later he will be unable to restrain his desire and take the initiative to provoke a war.

For some reason, Viserys felt jealous.

With Rhaegar's puzzled expression, he said calmly: "I understand what you mean. Don't forget the prophecy of the Song of Ice and Fire. Go down and rest first."

Rhaegar did not ask further questions and said sensibly: "Okay, you should also drink less, father."

 Viserys smiled kindly and watched him walk out of the camp.

Against the dim firelight, the face was blurry.

 …

 After leaving the camp, the midday sun hit my face.

Rhaegar was so stung that he couldn't open his eyes.

 A shadow covered him, blocking him from the dazzling light.

 “Sir Alec.”

Rhaegar tilted his head and saw clearly the person hiding the light.

Alik held his white robe over the little prince's head with one hand and said sincerely: "Thank you for interceding for my brother, prince."

Rhaegar shook his head slightly: "Don't say that. I was the one who forced Ilic to take me out of the camp. He should not bear the responsibility for me."

"The Kingsguard followed the King's orders, and my brother failed to do so. It was a grave mistake."

 Alik was a very clever man, aware of the prince's position in the king's heart, and respected him very much.

 “Where is Sir Ilic?”

Rhaegar changed the topic.

Yalik said: "There was a commotion at the entrance of the camp just now, and he went to check the situation."

“If there’s a lot of excitement, I’ll go and see it too.”

Rhaegar became interested and did not forget to warn: "My father is still inside, sir, please pay more attention."

 “The duty lies.”

 Alec raised his hand and saluted.

 …

 Away from the king's tent, Rhaegar did not immediately go to see the excitement.

 First, I picked through the various snacks and barbecue tables and ate until I was seven-quarters full.

 He was on his way early in the morning and he only drank a few sips of water.

 Pity this motherless child.

 “Rhaegar!”

They were waiting around a barbecue when Rhaenyra's voice came from behind.

Rhaegar turned his head, startled.

At this moment, Rhaenyra was covered in blood, and her silver hair was dyed black with dried blood, as if she had just experienced a fight.

 “Rhaenaela, how could you do this!”

Rhaegar didn't care about eating meat, so he ran forward with a pair of short legs.

 “I looked for you yesterday, but unfortunately I couldn’t find you.”

Rhaenyra knocked him on the forehead and threatened: "You have to call me sister. Rhaenyra is not the one you should call, and you shouldn't run around."

“Now you still don’t care what those fake tricks are doing. Where are you injured? Is it serious?”

Rhaegar looked at her injuries worriedly.

Rhaenyra lifted his chin and said proudly: "This is not my blood, I am not injured."

 (End of this chapter)