Game of Thrones: Tale of the Red Wolf 2 - 4 by SapphireCrusader, literature
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Game of Thrones: Tale of the Red Wolf 2 - 4
The ride from Riverrun gave time for Torrhen to ponder his grandfather's words concerning his aunt Lysa, Littlefinger, his mother and uncle Brandon. While he could understand why he did it, the mere thought made his stomach turn at the coldness and callousness of it all. 'No wonder aunt Lysa is so protective of Robin', he thought as he recalled all of her miscarriages and stillbirths and the toll they had taken on her, to say nothing of being forced to marry a man old enough to be her father or even grandfather. Despite his opinions on her behavior, he found himself feeling pity for her and the unfortunate turns that her life had taken. No one deserved to suffer like that. At least his grandfather felt some remorse for his actions, small comfort that it was. But was it too late to make amends? Perhaps it was, sadly. Hoster Tully had years to apologize for what he had done and had said nothing, to say nothing of whether Lysa would ever accept an apology. Perhaps when the war was over
Game of Thrones: Tale of the Red Wolf 2 - 3 by SapphireCrusader, literature
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Game of Thrones: Tale of the Red Wolf 2 - 3
The morning was a somber one, with the usual noise and ruckus of an awakening camp kept to a minimum. Torrhen found the quiet rather disconcerting, as he had grown accustomed to the activity, but it seemed appropriate due to the duty that lay before him. As he emerged from his tent, he found Renly and Rickard waiting for him. "Is everything ready?" "All is prepared, my lord. Lord and Lady Bracken await your arrival." "Very good, Rickard. Let's go." The two men nodded and fell in behind him as he made his way to the castle, with Rhaegar padding alongside. As they entered the courtyard, two men-at-arms escorted them to the godswood where a crowd was gathered. As they entered the wood, the masses parted as he approached, leading to the center where Lord Jonos, his wife, daughters, and Wyllis were standing before an open grave underneath a huge oak tree. Next to the hole lay the body of Hendry, with the castle's septon standing over him speaking words from The Seven-Pointed Star. Clad
Game of Thrones: Tale of the Red Wolf II - 2 by SapphireCrusader, literature
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Game of Thrones: Tale of the Red Wolf II - 2
There seemed to be a chill in the early morning air as Torrhen emerged from his tent, tightening his sword belt. Before leaving Riverrun, he had heard that there would be news from the Citadel in Oldtown regarding summer and whether it would be ending soon. Perhaps this was the first indication of the changing of the seasons, or maybe it was just fear running up his spine at the thought of what lay ahead for him today. If Ser Mors did not surrender Stone Hedge by midday, he would have no choice but to order the attack. His stomach tightened at the thought, but he forced himself to unravel the knots and focus on the task at hand. He had to be the one in control. His men had to see that, regardless of how he felt. They needed to see him full of confidence, full of resolve, ready to make the big decisions and take responsibility. They needed a leader, and that’s what he had to be. Even if he wanted nothing more than to run behind his tent and vomit. But even more than that, he wished
Game of Thrones: Tale of the Red Wolf II - 1 by SapphireCrusader, literature
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Game of Thrones: Tale of the Red Wolf II - 1
It is a time of war and suffering on the continent of Westeros. The deaths of Robert Baratheon and Eddard Stark have shattered the Seven Kingdoms into warring factions, each following their own king. House Baratheon is divided: The vicious Joffrey seeks to hold the Iron Throne while his uncles, the rigid Stannis and charming Renly, seek to claim it for themselves. Meanwhile, the North fights to secure its freedom from southern rule under the noble but inexperienced leadership of Robb Stark, the first King in the North in three hundred years. Now, as the fate of thousands hinges on the decisions of a few, a boy forced to become a man far too soon must learn to be a leader. Torrhen Stark must learn to trust others and, most important of all, trust himself. For the cold winds are rising, and men of strong conviction must stand to face them…for what comes with those winds is more terrifying than anyone could imagine. (-) Torrhen rode from his camp towards the walls of Stone Hedge with
Hail to the Stag Kings -- Ch. VII by Marco124, literature
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Hail to the Stag Kings -- Ch. VII
Fandom: Game of Thrones Pairing: OC x OC Chapter: 7/? FF.net link: Here Description: 800 years after the War for Westeros came to an end, the Seven Kingdoms have since been unified to become officially known as the Kingdom of Westeros. But despite having entered an industrial age, the Baratheon dynasty is threatened and now faces total collapse. Rebellion! A revolution is in the making! Prince Daemon Baratheon and his older brother King Argilac IV are the last living descendants of King Daveth I the Great. Upon ascending to monarchy, however, Argilac proves to be a tyrannical ruler—whose excessive cruelty, viciousness and despotism have caused unprecedented suffering throughout the nation. Can Daemon stop his brother and help lead the revolution to save the kingdom like his legendary ancestor did before it is too late? Or is House Baratheon doomed to suffer the same fate as its predecessor? Disclaimer: I do not own any of the Game of Thrones characters in the story or from any of the