At this, Mace, the Hand, paused in the act of stroking his beard. "Shadow Magic..."
Naturally, he had heard of it. Renly had died to that evil magic, as had Lord Randyll...
As he recalled it, Mace, the Hand, could not help but wonder, "Why would Stannis drive away his witch?"
Gryn shrugged. "The red priests have always served their 'god,' not their lords. They are not Sworn Knights or maesters of the Seven Kingdoms."
Mace, the Hand, nodded slightly. He took it to mean that the witch had seen Stannis was doomed to fail and found an excuse to be driven away. Clever of her.
"As the Red Comet streaked across the sky, three dragons reappeared... many unknown and strange magics have emerged in this world. Mace, the Hand, we must remain vigilant."
After gesturing for Mace, the Hand, to sit, Gryn continued, "Especially when fighting Stannis. He is a kin-slaying madman, and now he has gained mysterious assistance besides."
Hearing this, Mace, the Hand, felt somewhat uneasy. Yet Gryn's next words quickly made him forget the fear brought by the unknown.
"I will arrange for Thoros, the red priest, to accompany you and ensure your safety."
Gryn smiled warmly and continued, "Priest Thoros also possesses resurrection magic. I have confirmed it myself. Only then can I rest easy sending you north to contend with Stannis."
Mace, the Hand, could not help but feel moved. Gryn truly treated him far too well!
[Mace Tyrell's Loyalty +1]
After Mace, the Hand, departed, Gryn leaned back in his chair and closed his eyes, slightly weary.
Seeing this, Daenerys came behind him and gently massaged his temples.
After a pause, Gryn let out a soft breath, drew one of her hands over, and lightly kissed the back of it.
"Dany, thank