She was shocked by my unexpected action, too shocked to resist. When our lips met it felt amazing. God, I must really be falling for this woman. Well, at the very least extremely attracted to her physically.
After a few seconds into our kiss I pull back and smile down at her. "Now our contract is sealed." She looks up at me shocked for a moment. "Don't do that again." She said.
"I promise not to kiss you unless you ask me to." She nods and sits back in her chair. At that moment I noticed the look on Jorah's face. If looks could kill, no, even then he would not have stood a chance against me.
Now that I have officially joined her faction I decided to get comfortable. I willed my armor to disappear into my inventory and to my shock I was wearing a black roman toga with comfortable boots. I made sure not to show my shock to the others and sat back down as if it was completely natural.
"How did you do that?" Daenerys asked me.
"Magic. I can't very well walk around in my armor all the time. And it would take far too long to get fully armored up the normal way. This allows me to always be ready in any situation. Now that we have the formalites out of the way, may we speak in private?"
She nods and motions for everyone to leave the room. As everyone is making their exit, Jorah stands rooted behind her. "I will be fine, leave us." After a few moments he too exits the room, but not before sending a glare my way.
Once we were alone I smiled. "He is very protective of you."
"He means well, he is only doing what is in my best interest."
"He was right about one thing, you know nothing about me. How about we both share our stories. I tell you mine and you may ask any questions you like. And then you will tell me yours. And yes, this is an attempt to better know you. I want to know everything you wish to share. The good and the bad, as I will share with you. Are you willing?"
"I am, now tell me your story." She got in a more comfortable position to listen to my tale. I spent about two hours telling her the tales of my game characters. As far as I was concerned the life I lived previously is dead.
The fact that I could actually picture the memories as if I was actually there made it much easier. She asked question after question and I answered them all. Once my story was finished and her questions answered we sat back in our chairs.
"Now it is your turn little lady."
"Why do you call me that? Am I not your queen."
"I call you that because I feel it fits you well. As for you being my queen, I have sworn to protect you. You could be a queen or a beggar, sailor or my wife. The distinction does not matter. Though I must be honest, the last one is by far the most appealing."
We both laugh and I could feel a small bond forming between us. Not to the level of love, but the beginnings of friendship. "I suppose it is my turn. I'll warn you that my tale is nowhere near as exciting as yours."
She began telling her story. She started off clinical at first, as if telling a tale of someone else's life. But once she saw the look on my face she added life to her tale. I dared not interrupt, enraptured by the words she spoke. She continued on and on as I sat in silence. Her story was one riddled with pain and hardships.
By the end of her story I could not help myself and pulled her into my embrace as I hugged her tightly. Attempting to convey all the emotions I could in that one hug. She did not resist, she was shocked at first.
Probably not used to such things. Her brother was not one for such things and for most of her life he was all she had. Her happiness she developed with Drogo was short lived and I don't think she has ever hugged or been hugged by anyone like this ever.
Eventually her arms snaked around me and she hugged me back. Pressing her face into my chest as we just sat there in silence.
"You can let it all out. Scream into my chest, no one will hear you. Let it out and you will feel lightened. I will not judge, It's just you and me, I am strong enough to bear this much."
That was all it took, all that needed to be said before she pressed her face even tighter into my chest as her body began to shake. I wrapped my arms around her and leaned my head down, covering her as completely as I could. Her body is so small in my embrace.
That's when the cries came, muffled as they were but the emotion held within was powerful. She screamed into my chest and I took it all. Her cries are not loud enough to escape the confines of the room. Eventually she calms down and we just sit there for a few more moments.
"I'm sorry you had to see that" she said while looking up at me. Her face tear stained and eyes red and puffy.
"You don't need to be sorry, I did what I thought I needed to do. How do you feel?"
"I feel lighter," she said with a smirk.
"Very funny, now on to my questions" I said as I sat her down beside me and faced her.
"Ask away."
I asked many questions. Some she answered easily, others not so much. I did not want to push her so I let it lay. This is our first meeting and we have progressed so much already. She clearly doesn't love me, but I have already sowed the seed. Now I only need to tend it until it sprouts into a tree with strong roots.
"So, what do you plan to do now?" I ask.
"We are headed to Slaver's bay. Jorah thinks it'll be a good place to acquire ships and soldiers."
I send a mental message to Saerys telling her to head to land but to stay out of sight at all costs.
"What do you think?" I ask.
"I don't know. I figured I could take on the mantle that my brother was not meant to carry. But I know nothing of such things, such as raising an army."
"But you do have people who can help you. And from what I've heard, you are doing just fine for a girl who was meant to only be a bargaining chip."
"I suppose, I just feel, like I should be doing more."
I lean over and place my hand on her shoulder. "You are doing fine, the fact that you have survived this long is testament to that. Why don't you get some sleep, we can talk tomorrow."
She nods her consent and I head out. Exiting her room her handmaidens go in to tend to their lady and I just walk to the railing, looking at the stars.
Not long after I hear footsteps approaching.
"I don't know who you are, or what your aim is. But I will cut you down the second you pose a threat to her."
I look to my side and see Jorah glaring at me. His words were so hypocritical. He has been a threat to her since they came into contact. He may have had a change in heart, but that too is for selfish reasons.
I turn back to the stars above. "Spare me your spiel, Jorah. I am here for only one thing, her. I will help her however I can and that is all there is to it."
"We do not need your help. We are doing just fine, do not think yourself suddenly invaluable." He turned and walked away leaving me to my thoughts.
Eventually another set of footsteps approach. The hooded figure stands beside me looking at the stars.
"A beautiful night is it not, Ser Barristan Selmy?"
The hooded figure freezes upon hearing me address him. He looks at me and does not speak for a long moment.
"How did you know?"
"I had heard news of your dismissal from the Kingsguard. From what I know of you, it was not too difficult to figure out you would seek out the young dragon. It is an honor to meet a warrior of your caliber."
I turned to him and gave a small bow. There are very few people I respect in this world and Barristan is one of them.
"Who are you? I have never heard of you before. Are you a bastard of the Targaryen line?"
I chuckle and turn back to the stars. "I am no Targaryen. And I have no desire for the throne. And as someone who has been at court for such a long time I think you would know if I was a bastard."
"No, I don't believe you are. But I could be wrong. So, will you tell her?"
"No, I know you are an honorable man, more so than Jorah. I know you will cause her no harm and I will not tell her anything. I'd imagine you'd wish to do so yourself."
He nodded his gratitude and walked away leaving me to my thoughts. I just sat down with my back to the railing. "What a first day." And then I drifted off to sleep.
I’m back! However, I have school so I’ll update when I have the time and am in the mood. Y’all know what to do, leave a comment and or review. Peace ✌️