iron throne of ice and fire

Chapter 84 Concealment (4100)

Green's voice fell, and there was a sudden silence in the hall.

Duke Mace Tyrell, who was digesting Green's words, slowly bulged his cheeks.

Inflatable fish...Green sighed in his heart, it really was the right nickname.

Although Margaery Tyrell was surprised by what she heard, she was still able to keep the smile on her face unchanged.

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

"Baron Green, this is not a small matter. On behalf of the Golden Rose family, I thank you very much for being honest with us, but..."

Margaery stared directly at Green, and continued to speak: "I like to listen to your insights full of wisdom, can you tell us the reason first?"

Green touched his chest to express his thanks, and then said: "Miss Margery, you are welcome, I am willing to be honest with you."

Margaery 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 quite serious, and it has already affected the kingdom's government affairs, which is more serious than everyone thought."

Margaery covered her mouth with her tender white hands, her eyes were wide open.

Green had to give a thumbs up, the acting was really good...Little Rose is an excellent supporter.

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Lord Mace Tyrell murmurs: If I become Hand of the King, what will House Tyrell stand for in the Seven Kingdoms?
Very tempting.

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

Green nodded, and said, "Your Excellency, although Prime Minister Jon's health is no longer allowed to work, he is still worried about the kingdom, and even has to deal with government affairs on the bed when it is serious."

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

The Duke of Metz and Margaery glanced at each other indiscriminately.

Duke Mace felt that Duke Jon was not easy.

Margery sensed that there was 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 already aroused the dissatisfaction and ambition of many interested people.

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

The Duke of Mace suppressed a smile that was about to overflow, and asked kindly: "Has anyone been decided?"

Margaret secretly sighed that her father was too anxious, and added: "Baron Green, is there any difficulty?"

Green's eyes moved, he glanced at Margaery, nodded his head and said: "After all, this is an important matter for the kingdom. Everyone attaches great importance to this matter, and they are recommending others with their hearts, or recommending themselves. The next one can assist Robert. His Majesty's choice to govern the kingdom."

There was a trace of unconcealable tension on Duke Metz's face, and he couldn't help but ask, "Who is there?"

Green hesitated to speak, with a hesitant look.

Margaret's gaze stayed on her father's side for a moment, and she pleaded to Green: "Baron Green, I think father has roughly guessed your thoughts, what we need now is mutual trust and honesty, the Golden Rose family does not I will forget anyone who helped me."

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

Duke Mace Tyrell stroked his beard, a trace of satisfaction appeared on his face.

Margaery's brown eyes trembled: "Baron Green, did you say you moved Queen Cersei? Or...can I ask you how you moved Queen Cersei?"

"of course."

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

Doubt flashed across Margaery's face: "Duke Renly and Stannis?"

Lord Mace Tyrell frowned.

Green put one palm on his chest, and said respectfully: "This is my analysis. Duke Renly has always been the Minister of Justice, but he has not been seen in the Red Castle. responsibility and governance capacity.

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

Now in the whole of Westeros, only you can fill the vacancy of Duke Jon and quickly stabilize the situation in the kingdom. "

The analysis was great... Duke Mace Tyrell smiled and stroked his beard.

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Margaery's fingers bent slightly.

Margaret found that when she was in contact with Greene, she would unknowingly relax her vigilance, and because of what he revealed, she would inevitably raise her vigilance, and so on.

Margaery has always remembered her grandmother's teachings, coupled with her father's actions, she has never dared to relax her spirit.

Concentrating all the time made Margaery feel a little tired.

The life in Gaoting was so comfortable that Margaret hadn't experienced mental exhaustion for a long time, and it actually made her feel kind.

Margery's brown eyes met a bright light, and this silent contest made Margery feel an indescribable excitement in her heart.

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Green said: "Although Queen Cersei has no interest in the kingdom's government affairs, she needs to think about Prince Joffrey, because Prince Joffrey needs more support."

"The Baratheon family has already occupied two important seats in the imperial council, further progress 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 is because of you that I have persuaded Queen Cersei to support you as Hand of the King. "

Green added at the end: "It's all about the kingdom, that's exactly what I'm doing."

The Duke of Mace had already smiled all over his face: "Green, you are rare, and I will never forget your contribution."

Duke Metz couldn't help sighing, he didn't expect that the person in the Seven Kingdoms who understood him best was the young man in front of him who had always admired him.

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

Green glanced at the kindly Duke of Metz before replying, "I have an immature plan, but I need to get the consent of the Duke of Metz first."

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Junlin City, Silent Nun Street, the light blue sky is as clear as washing.

Green's little butler, Layton, was standing in a dark corner of the street, staring at several figures in golden robes in the distance.

Among the several golden robes, Leiden focused on the leader.

That person had a sharp and thin face. Although he was wearing a gold robe uniform, but because of his thin body, people worried that a strong wind would blow him down.

Butler Layton frowned.

This golden robe with Kleiber's surname doesn't look like a member of the Kleiber family.

Kleiber's blood outside?
Since the surname of Kleber is used, it also shows that the child was born in wedlock.

Layton felt that this issue required his attention.

As one of the few civil servants in Qingyu City, Leiden was not in a hurry to act.

After all, this person's identity is a golden robe, and if he doesn't handle things well, it's easy to make troubles, and the gains outweigh the losses.

Moreover, the main thing is this kind of thing, without the order of the lord, his status is not enough to decide on his own.

It happened that the members of the Survey Corps were also in King's Landing, so Layton decided to let the members of the Survey Corps keep an eye on this person first, and collect relevant information by the way.

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Red Keep, Maegor's Tower.

The dark circles under Jaime Lannister's eyes were deepening from the lack of rest of late.

Queen Cersei Lannister squinted, and James secretly yawned, and said, "Jaime, have you been in high spirits lately?"

James looked at Cersei suspiciously, and asked, "What's so exciting?"

All Jaime heard was Cersei's snort.

Immediately, James' sleepiness disappeared. After thinking for a while, he asked tentatively, "You mean about my going out at night?"

Cersei took a sip of Xia Rihong and said, "There are a hundred women's homes in King's Landing, which are enough to meet your remaining time. I suggest you not be so anxious."

Then, he snorted again, and said again: "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. I will always have you alone."

As he spoke, James walked up 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 said: "It seems that you chose to keep hiding."

After speaking, 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 because of Green's matter. He speculates that there may be other black hands hidden in the Queen's District incident. He and I have been secretly investigating."

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

"James, I'm not that delicate."

Cersei approached Jaime slowly.

Cersei looked up at James, put her white hand on James' chest, and curled her lips: "Jaime, I don't feel complete until you enter my body. Since I asked you not to If you hide from me, I will not hide from you."

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

James was obsessed with Cersei's tenderness, but Cersei's next words made James break out in cold sweat.

"James, I'm already on the move."

"???"

"I've had enough of that drunk Robert! James, it's already started, and it's too late for you to stop it. You can only choose to help me."

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Dragonstone Island, dark clouds.

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

During the Targaryen Dynasty, according to tradition, Dragonstone Island was canonized to the heir of the king.

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

After the Usurper's War, King Robert Baratheon granted Dragonstone Island to Stannis Baratheon, but it no longer meant heir to the king.

Inside Dragonstone Castle.

Stern-faced Duke Stannis Baratheon sat at the long table, handling government affairs meticulously.

Knight Davos Seaworth stood quietly and waited.

Brush brush.

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

Stannis looked at Davos and said, "Davos, are you ready?"

Davos nodded, and said respectfully: "Duke Stannis, I have other things to report, and it's about Baron Green Kleiber."

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

"Our people found out that Duke Jon is going to send Green across the strait and let him deal with the two young dragons of the Dragon family."

Stannis frowned, and said, "Varys has not been in charge of 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 sense of honor."

With that, Stannis closed his eyes.

Davos raised his eyes and looked at Stannis, who had his eyes closed, worriedly, but he didn't say anything to comfort him.

Stannis doesn't need comfort from others.

It was not long before Stannis opened his eyes, their eyes piercing.

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

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

Stannis nodded imperceptibly. "Well, I can't let him sully my honor."

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

Davos took a step forward, stroked his chest and nodded, with a respectful voice: "Duke Stannis, when our people were investigating Baron Green, we accidentally obtained information from Prime Minister Jon. I have to say that the Red Castle does not have any secrets." .”

Stannis snorted mockingly.

Davos continued: "Duke Stannis, according to our information, Prime Minister Jon's body is no longer allowed to perform his duties. The kingdom needs a new prime minister to restore the kingdom's situation. I sincerely suggest you, Competing for the new Hand of the King, only as great as you can stabilize King Robert's kingdom."

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

Davos knelt on one knee towards Stannis: "Lord 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 Castle has long been Not before."

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

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

(End of this chapter)