iron throne of ice and fire

Chapter 148

The torches on the wall cast flickering light and shadow.

Tap~tap~ Green first went up the two stairs, then turned around and looked down at Petyr.

"Lord Petyr, it seems that you haven't figured out the situation yet. The evidence of your crime is already conclusive..."

His tone was very calm: "If you try to escape, I can execute you on the spot."

When Green finished speaking, Petyr's heart skipped a beat.

Petyr's face looked a little gloomy. He had worked hard step by step from the Five Fingers Peninsula to the position of Chancellor. And after a few more contacts with him, he would be able to gain the trust of Running Wolf. Seeing that the promotion ladder that had been planned for many years was about to succeed... …If successful he will have greater power and higher status.

After this night, years of hard work will be in vain.

Petyr suddenly smiled, his smile bitter and ironic.

Green's eyes moved slightly, and his voice was gentle and comforting: "Lord Petyr..."

"Sometimes the outcome of a power game can be decided in the blink of an eye. The winner does not have to be proud, and the loser does not have to be too disappointed. Now that you have entered the chessboard of the power game, whether you are a chess player or a chess piece, as long as there is no danger, Life is just the first round.”

Petyr had to admit that he was somewhat comforted by Green's tongue. At least he was not so frustrated now.

Today's change came too suddenly, and Petyr could not help but feel shaken for a while under Green's death threat, but...he was a determined power player after all.

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"Perhaps the wealth in my hands will interest you in a new deal between us."

"Lord Petyr, you need that wealth more than I do. We all know that the golden dragon is the fastest way to get support. I can't bear to endanger your safety because of my greed."

Petyr: "..."

He adjusted his collar slowly before speaking: "Earl Green, it seems that my second round can only be in the valley."

T~T~ Green walked down the next step and said, "The valley is a nice place."

Petyr's eyes trembled and he muttered, "It's also a dangerous place."

After a pause, he added: "The nobles of the valley will not support me."

"Lady Lysa and the young Duke will support you, this will be easy for you."

After a moment of silence, Petyr raised his eyes and looked directly at Green: "Earl Green, what exactly do you want to do?"

Tap~tap~ Green descended another step, and he reached out and patted Petyr's arm.

"King's Landing awaits your return, Lord Petyr."

Petyr raised his head and stared at Green who was approaching for a while, then withdrew his gaze.

He raised the corners of his lips habitually, and his voice seemed to have returned to its usual calmness and elegance.

"Earl Green, what do you want me to do?"

"Earl Petyr, as wise as you are, you don't need anyone else to teach you how to walk, right?"

"I have before me a man of true wisdom."

Green glanced at the dark corner: "It's just luck..."

"...Running Wolf..."

"……luck……"

"……friend……"

"……wait……"

The footsteps faded away, and their voices gradually became fainter.

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Prime Minister's study.

Varys was explaining to a furious Lord Eddard.

He spoke much faster than usual: "Your Majesty Prime Minister, my little birds can only listen and see, they can't wield swords. How dare I speak out without someone to protect me? You should also know that as long as you train me, The Earl of Tire can bribe anyone if he wishes, including my most trusted waiter or my most trusted chef. What else can I do besides being trembling?"

Wallis showed a very frightened look: "After accidentally getting this information, I can't help but wonder if the people around me will harm me. Do you know what I am most afraid of before going to bed every night? I'm worried I will never wake up!"

Duke Eddard frowned and said solemnly: "Varys, if you had not chosen to hide it, Prime Minister Jon might not have died."

Varys opened his eyes wide: "When I knew about that, did you know how bad Prime Minister Jon's health was? How dare I steal his wife..."

As he spoke, he quickly stopped talking, paused, and then said: "Your Majesty Prime Minister, I have to at least wait until his health gets better, right? How could I dare to irritate the old Duke at that time? I love him as much as everyone else ."

Why is the truth so cruel? Duke Ed closed his eyes in pain.

His wife's sister, Lysa Tully was a lively and beautiful girl in his memory. Can time really make a person become so vicious?
Duke Ed opened his eyes and said tiredly: "Varys, do you know the reason?"

Varys shook his head and said: "Prime Minister Ed, you should also have heard that Mrs. Lysa had five miscarriages after marrying the old Duke... before she had her current little son, and then she always had hallucinations that someone was trying to harm her child. This It’s a very scary thing.”

He sighed and continued: "It is said that...many people have heard that...the old Duke seems to be planning to send his young son to Dragonstone Island and give it to Lord Stannis to raise. Therefore, many people have heard that the couple quarreled a lot. Second-rate."

Wallis held his hands together, lowered his voice, and said: "Judging from the results, the separation of mother and child deeply stimulated Mrs. Lysa, who could not bear the stimulation, but who could have imagined that it would bring such terrible results. "

After saying that, he shrank his thick, short neck.

Duke Ed: "..."

Gods, how could this be? The crimes Lysa committed cannot be forgiven for any reason.How should Lysa be tried next?Caitlin would be devastated when she found out the truth...but I couldn't hug her.

Without his mother, how should little Robert settle in the Eyrie? The young son is Jon's only bloodline, and he and Robert should be protected and raised well.

And Petyr... Duke Eddard's tall and strong body stood up from the chair, strode over and picked up the Ice Tribe sword hanging on the wall. Its blade was as dark as black smoke.

Duke Eddard was filled with murderous intent. Varys took a few steps back, trying his best to reduce his presence.

There was a knock on the door.

Before Duke Eddard could respond, the door was pushed open, and Petyr was pushed into the house by Green.

Petyr almost fell down in embarrassment, but he managed to steady himself.

"Shameless Petyr!"

Petyr heard Lord Eddard's angry voice, and in his sight was a huge sword with a cold light.

Lord Eddard has already met five witnesses besides Xiu Fu, all of whom have served Jon.

The evidence is conclusive, and Lord Eddard has no patience to listen to Petyr's cunning excuses... Only before execution, he will look into Petyr's eyes according to tradition and listen to his last words. This is his only chance to speak.

But...he is not Winterfell here, but King's Landing; this is King Robert's Red Keep, and he is King Robert's Lord Chancellor; the person in front of him is King Robert's Lord Chancellor, and he cannot execute him privately.

Varys's eyes moved, he took two steps forward, and said regretfully: "Petyr, it's really unbelievable, how could you do such a thing? The old Duke has the most trust in you, but you use the most shameless means His behavior betrayed him...sigh..."

He seemed unable to speak any more, shaking his head and sighing again.

When Varys spoke, Petyr lowered his head and made no other move, but he almost gritted his teeth. …………

Duke Eddard finally suppressed his murderous intention and hung the Ice Tribe sword on the wall again. He was worried that if he kept holding the sword, he would be tempted to kill Petyr on the spot.

Duke Eddard said coldly: "Petyr, what poison did you give Prime Minister Jon?"

Petyr was shocked, and he quickly denied: "Your Majesty Prime Minister, I did not participate in the poisoning, I swear!"

"Littlefinger, only the White Walkers will believe your oath."

Petyr said sincerely: "Just Prime Minister, I am telling the truth. I admit that I gave the Tears of Lys to Lady Lysa, but I never thought in my wildest dreams that she would poison her husband!"

Lord Eddard's eyes were sharp. He stared at Petyr and said, "Your excuse is ridiculous, Littlefinger."

Petyr explained: "Lysa...she said she was worried that I would betray him. One day I betrayed her, she would send me to the Stranger with the Tears of Lys that I personally sent..."

Duke Eddard interrupted angrily: "That's enough!!"

His breathing became a little heavy, and his voice was full of anger: "I don't want to hear the dirty things about you two!"

"What I'm talking about is... ugh!!"

Snapped!Grimm's scabbard struck Petyr in the hollow of his leg.

Petyr's knees hit the stone floor with a thud. He knelt down and couldn't help but scream in pain again.

"Ouch!" Wallis exclaimed.

Green put the scabbard against the back of Petyr's neck and said, "Petyr, Duke Ned is not interested in your crime of adultery."

Petyr's hair was wet with cold sweat, and he explained stubbornly: "But I am telling the truth, I swear to the gods!"

Green's eyes narrowed slightly, he paused, and then turned to Duke Ed.

He hesitated for a moment and then said: "Duke Ned, when Lysa Tully is brought to King's Landing, the truth will come out. And Petyr is a criminal, but he is also a witness."

Duke Ed understood the implicit meaning of Green's words and acted in accordance with the laws of the kingdom so as not to cause other unnecessary troubles.

Duke Eddard nodded slightly.

"Come on!"

The study door was pushed open, and Qiao Li and several northern guards strode in.

"In the name of King Robert, and in the name of my Hand, put Petyr Baelish in prison!"

The dungeon of the Red Fort has four levels.

The cells on the top floor, with their narrow windows, were used to house common criminals.The second floor has small single cells for holding noble prisoners.The third level is called the black cell. The cells are smaller and no light can shine in. They are prepared for the most evil and dangerous prisoners.The bottom floor is the torture chamber.

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The next morning, Magat Tower Gardens.

Queen Cersei took a sip of summer red. She was wearing a dark red dress with a high collar, and her upper body was sewn with various exquisite gems.

Sansa couldn't help but look at Queen Cersei with wide eyes, she was so beautiful!
Cersei's green eyes looked at her, with the sweetest smile Sansa had ever seen on her face.

"Good boy, come here."

Sansa Stark bowed obediently.

With a smile on her face, Cersei looked at the shy Sansa and said, "I've always wanted to take a good look at you. It's just that I've been busy lately, so I've only taken the time now. Is it a habit of living in the Red Keep?"

Sansa said politely: "Your Highness, thank you very much for your concern. This place is very good. Everyone is caring and friendly to me. I like it very much."

Queen Cersei patted the chair next to her and said, "Come, be next to me."

"Yes, my queen." Sansa sat down next to Queen Cersei.

"Dear Sansa..."

Queen Cersei put a soft hand on Sansa's wrist and continued, "You are such a beautiful child. Joffrey told me that he was very fond of you."

Sansa happily forgets the etiquette taught by Septa Mordane: "Really?"

Cersei's green eyes trembled slightly, and she smiled softly: "Of course it's true."

She added: "You are so cute. I am very happy to be with you."

Sansa blushed slightly, she was so happy to be loved by Queen Cersei that she could hardly breathe.

Queen Cersei reached up and stroked a lock of Sansa's auburn hair, brushing her fingertips against her cheek.

She raised the corners of her lips and said, "God bless you, I will bless you."

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When Green came over, he looked at Cersei and Sansa who were as warm as mother and daughter, and blinked.

Boss Cersei...is she targeting Sansa?The little wolf girl who ran like a wolf was defenseless.

Green sighed secretly. Joffrey also performed very well at the banquet on the night of the tourney, which fascinated little Sansa.

Cersei is good at honey traps, and Joffrey is good at honey traps. They are indeed mother and son.

After approaching, Green said politely: "Your Royal Highness, Miss Sansa."

Queen Cersei smiled and said: "Earl Green, is there any result?"

Green nodded his chin slightly and glanced at Sansa next to Queen Cersei.

Sansa was about to get up, but Queen Cersei stopped her. She said kindly: "Sansa, I almost regard you as my own daughter. I also see that you truly love Joffrey. Sooner or later, we will all be a family." ,it does not matter."

family? !Sansa's little face turned red from shyness and excitement.

Green withdrew his gaze, paused for a moment and said, "Queen Cersei, the murderer has been found, and a seat in the Royal Council has been vacated."

Queen Cersei thought for a while and said leisurely: "This is good news."

Green said respectfully: "Your Highness Cersei, nothing is beyond your expectations, everything is under your control, please forgive me for being presumptuous, I have to praise you, the gods have given you all the good things. "

Green is a good subordinate, and all credit goes to boss Cersei.

Queen Cersei raised her chin slightly, picked up the wine glass from the table in a good mood, and took a sip of summer red.

"Lord Green, my children enjoy your lessons."

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Sansa quietly observed Queen Cersei's every move, her eyes full of admiration.

She will marry Prince Joffrey, I will be a good wife like my mother, and I will be a good queen like Queen Cersei in the future.

(End of this chapter)