The evening at King's Landing was not dark. Under the rays of the setting sun, it was stained with a thin layer of blush.
King's Landing, Hook Alley.
At the instruction of Gryn, Samwell took out the key and opened the lock on the door with a click.
Didn't you mean a key that was picked up casually...Samwell was stunned for a moment, scratched his head, and looked at Gryn.
Gryn shrugged.
This is Lannister's style of cold humor. After Gryn came to King's Landing, he has been in contact with Lannister for the longest time and is already familiar with it.
As long as it is something linked to Gold Dragon, the more valuable the thing is, the more insignificant the Lannister people will describe it.
Entering the courtyard, Gryn raised his eyes and looked at the three-story white building, and said to Jaime on the side, "Ser Jaime, it is indeed a small house."
Jaime·Lannister smiled casually and patted Gryn on the arm.
"Aha, isn't this our Lord Gryn? Long time no see, didn't the Reach's gentleness make you fall there? Ahem... Welcome to New Crabb Residence."
Tyrion·Lannister said as he walked over slowly.
If it were not affected by the appearance, Gryn feels that Tyrion's appearance is still very classy.
Jaime asked in confusion, "Tyrion, how did you get in?"
After saying that, Jaime also looked around the high walls of the house.
Tyrion's eyes followed Jaime's gaze, and he suddenly said, "Jaime, my brother, thank you for looking at me. That is my dream."
Jaime spread his hands and asked, "Did I leave you here?"
Tyrion glanced at the unfamiliar Samwell, nodded slightly, walked up to Gryn and patted Gryn's... thigh.
"Dear Ser Jaime, thank you for using euphemistic words to describe my rash appearance here. In fact, I want to tell you that I saw a lot of books in the study room of this house. I accidentally got fascinated by them. When I came back to my senses and went to find you, I found that the door could not be opened. So, to be precise, I am the poor person left here by Lannister."
Jaime smiled helplessly, "Sorry, I thought you had something to do and left first."
Tyrion grinned. "My height is easy for people to overlook, I might be suitable to be an assassin. Be careful, Kingsguard Jaime, Tyrion Assassins are everywhere."
Jaime twitched the corner of his mouth and did not intend to answer the conversation.
Gryn had long noticed that Samwell couldn't bear it after hearing about the study room.
Gryn smiled and said, "Samwell, go see where the study is, that will be your territory from now on."
With an excited look on his face, Samwell nodded his head and immediately took steps.
After walking a few steps, Samwell suddenly stopped, remembered something, scratched his head, and walked back again.
Samwell, probably out of nervousness, awkwardly bowed to Jaime and Tyrion before resigning.
Tyrion looked at Gryn, his tone full of doubt. "Gryn, your eyes tell me that you like him very much. He is the lover you brought in the Reach? Congratulations, and I will never drink unconscious in front of you again."
Gryn couldn't help laughing and said, "Sir Tyrion, don't worry, he is my future consultant. Like you, he likes books and has a lot of knowledge in his mind."
"Aha, after hearing what you said, I suddenly fell in love with him. It seems that you have gained a lot this time, and you have an extra brain by your side."
Gryn spread his hands. "Well, he will tell me that before drawing the sword, I can say hello politely, which may achieve the same effect."
Tyrion grinned for a while, then suddenly lowered his voice and asked in a serious tone, "How is the Reach? Do you know what I'm asking?"
Tyrion is a serious person, but his enthusiasm also infected Gryn.
Gryn cooperated with Tyrion, deliberately paused for a while, and said, "Highgarden's fields are filled with golden roses as far as the eye can see. The fruits are so sweet and ripe that they will explode in your mouth..."
Tyrion's face showed undisguised impatience.
Gryn raised his face and smiled, and continued, "The weather in the Reach is very hot, so hot that the girls in the Reach can't wear long clothes and only wear sleeveless shorts... When it's hot, the riverside is even more beautiful."
Tyrion then nodded with satisfaction and said, "This is the Reach beautiful scenery in my impression."
Gryn reached out and asked Jaime and Tyrion to come into the house.
Gryn and Jaime tacitly slowed down their pace, leaving Tyrion alone at the front.
Gryn looked at Jaime: There is no chance to talk today.
Jaime looked back: It doesn't matter, there is no rush at this moment.
Gryn and Jaime quietly completed the communication with their eyes behind Tyrion.
Shipbreaker Bay The waves kept coming up, hitting the rocks, leaving circles of white foam.
Stormlands, Storm's End Suburban.
Brienne is the only surviving child of the Evenfall Hall Earl Selwyn·Tarth, living above Isle of Tarth, next to the Narrow Sea and Stormlands.
Brienne's father Selwyn·Tarth Earl has always wanted to find a suitable marriage partner for Brienne. Although this is not an easy task, Selwyn still found three men for his daughter, and three men were interested in Brienne's inheritance.
Brienne has been unusually tall since he was a child, and his body is as strong as any man's.
Brienne loves to dance with swords and dreams of becoming a knight when he grows up.
Brienne is innocent and straightforward, but a little willful and stubborn.
When the third betrothal partner had three bones broken by Brienne, Selwyn Earl stopped trying to find a marriage partner for Brienne and sent his daughter to Storm's End to be taught combat skills by Sir Goodwin.
Sir Brienne and Goodwin learned how to fight with long swords more skillfully, and also learned how to fight wearing plate armor.
The period of studying with Sir Goodwin was a rare and happy time for Brienne.
However, Sir Goodwin died of illness.
"You have the strength of a man, but the heart of a woman. It's one thing to train in the yard with a blunt sword. It's another thing to plunge a foot-long sword into someone's belly and watch the light fade from their eyes."
"On the battlefield, a moment is equal to a lifetime. I saw the man pull out the dagger and insert it into the gap between my friend's armor. His strength, his speed, his bravery, all the skills acquired through hard training... are not as good as an actor's fart. All because he cowered when he was about to kill the killer."
Brienne recalled the teachings given to her by Sir Goodwin.
When Gryn was in Kingswood, he also missed Tarth's beauty Brienne.
Most men in Westeros, including women, have a mixed attitude towards women holding swords. Brienne's situation is definitely worse than what Gryn knows.
This is also the reason why Gryn did not bring a Crackclaw Point female the Warrior when he came to King's Landing, because there is no need to act independently when the strength is weak, which will only cause unnecessary trouble.
Unless Gryn's ambition is limited to Crackclaw Point, House Crabb wants to go beyond Crackclaw Point, and improving everyone's inherent impression of Crackclaw Point is also an important task that cannot be ignored.
Crackclaw Point's special environment has created Thorn Legion, who is dominated by Spearwife. Gryn feels that this stage will have a great attraction for Brienne.
Gryn hopes that Brienne, who is strong in combat skills, straightforward and loyal, can join Thorn Legion, and at the right time, walk out of Crackclaw Point with the Thorn Legion and win her own reputation.
But he knew that Brienne the Maiden Huaichun was secretly in love with her prince, Storm's End Duke Renly·Baratheon.
Without the right opportunity, Brienne's character will not leave Stormlands.
The sudden addition of Samwell made Gryn change some of his thoughts.
It was later learned that Samwell was dragged over by Talla and Dickon to accompany them to watch the ring challenge held by Gryn.
It was this coincidence that made Gryn and Samwell meet.
It was also the acquaintance between the two that prevented Samwell from being forced by his father to put on black clothes and join Night's Watch like in the original plot, but instead took the initiative to leave Horn Hill and join the Gryn camp.
Therefore, Gryn arranged some things in advance on the way back to King's Landing. For example, Anguy, who was relatively eloquent among the escorts, was sent to contact Brienne in advance.
Anguy was entrusted with an "important task" by Gryn, which made him very excited.
Anguy feels that the day when he will be canonized as a knight by the lord is one step closer.
Anguy had some information provided by Gryn, plus his experience as a mercenary. After arriving at Storm's End, he easily found out where Brienne was.
[The source of information for Gryn, the excuse is that he overheard it when he was at Kingswood Hunt]
Brienne is extremely tall, her face is round and rough, covered with freckles, a row of protruding teeth, a terrifyingly wide mouth, and very fat lips... Although her hair is golden, it is like dirty straw, fragile and dry.
This is exactly Anguy's first impression of Brienne.
Brienne lives in the ridicule of others most of the time. The best case scenario... is just a little pity from others.
Because Renly, the Maiden Brienne in Huaichun once tried to dress herself up according to the standards of aristocratic ladies, but because of her unfeminine appearance and lack of coordination in attire, she received more ridicule from everyone.
Brienne gave up her feminine attire in frustration and resumed her familiar male attire. The Warrior continued to suffer from the contempt and discrimination based on gender.
Due to the influence of these factors, Brienne not only looks clumsy in appearance, but also has a dull personality.
Anguy did not rush to contact Brienne, but observed in secret while looking for a suitable meeting occasion.
Anguy, who was observing secretly, witnessed the tall and round Brienne challenge a swordsman who had made rude remarks to the late Sir Goodwin in private amid the laughter of everyone.
Brienne's sword skills are very open and close. Although it lacks a bit of skill, it seems to be full of explosive power.
Anguy feels that Brienne's sword fighting style is very similar to Crabb's fighting style that pursues killing with one blow.
The dull Brienne seemed to be a completely different person after entering the battle. During the battle, she shined with the most confident light.
Anguy couldn't help but think of Mutton·Waters, who was usually simple and honest, but became like a ferocious beast when entering the battle.
Brienne, she is born the Warrior.
The battle was quickly and neatly ended by Brienne.
The crowd dispersed with boos, leaving only the swordsman lying on the ground unable to get up, but still cursing.
Anguy found the right moment, kicked the person unconscious, and said friendly and friendly to Brienne: "Good day, Ms. Brienne."
Anguy's words made Brienne pause for a moment.
Brienne ignored Anguy who took the initiative to say hello, but put away his sword and stepped away.
Brienne's reaction immediately stumped Anguy.
Anguy thought about his mission, and followed Brienne.
Anguy, who is a natural archer, did not lack patience and followed silently.
Finally, Brienne stopped and looked at Anguy: "What's your name?"
Brienne speaks in a low and hoarse voice like a man's.
Anguy caressed his chest and said, "My name is Anguy, and I am the close guard of Lord Crabb."
Brienne's hand holding the sword hilt moved slightly and said, "I feel you should be very powerful..."
Anguy thought to himself, are you going to have a fight with me?
"But I don't want to get married."
Brienne's next words made Anguy freeze there.
A gust of wind blew by, making Brienne's hair even more messy.
Anguy, who has a strong psychological quality, covered his mouth and coughed dryly, and said, "Madam, please don't misunderstand me. I came here specifically to see you on the order of the lord."
Brienne changed his stance and said, "Lord Crabb?"
Anguy nodded and said, "Yes, madam. Our territory has a corps composed entirely of women, named Thorn Legion. Our lord is in Kingswood, and he heard about you by accident."
Brienne's expression was stiff, and Anguy couldn't guess what she was thinking, so he could only continue to say, "If one day the lady has the idea of going out for a visit, Gryn·Lord Crabb sincerely invites you to join Crabb's Thorn Legion."
Brienne was silent for a while, nodded, and said, "I understand, I will remember it, please thank Gryn·Lord Crabb on my behalf."
After saying that, Brienne turned around and took steps.
Seeing Brienne leaving, Anguy raised his voice uneasily. "Ms. Brienne! Thorn Legion Commander's name is Amparo! She will be canonized as a knight soon! You will be invited to watch the canonization ceremony when the time comes!"
Brienne stopped and glanced sideways at Anguy.
Although there was a slight distance, Anguy, who had excellent eyesight, could still see Brienne's expression clearly.
The corners of his lips moved and his jaw clicked.
Anguy finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Night, Hook Alley Crabb Mansion.
Boom, boom, boom.
After receiving a response, Mutton·Waters entered the study room carrying a bowl of meat.
"Good night, Your Excellency Samwell."
Samwell·House Tarly raised his head from the book, looked at the honest Mutton, and said with a smile, "Good night, Mutton, you can just call me Samwell."
Mutton smiled naively, gently placed the pot filled with barbecued meat next to Samwell, and said, "Samwell, I treat you to some meat."
Samwell smiled shyly, expressed his gratitude, grabbed a piece of meat, put it in his mouth and chewed it.
Mutton looked at Samwell with a naive expression.
Samwell swallowed the meat in his mouth, wiped his hands, and said, "Mutton, what do you want from me?"
Mutton nodded his head, smiled again, and then said, "Samwell, I want to ask you, how can I be a good corps leader?"
Mutton has a very outstanding intuition, which tells him that Samwell understands many things that ordinary people do not understand.
Mutton had been in a hurry before and could not find a chance to ask Samwell for advice.
Tonight, Mutton found an opportunity. In order to show his sincerity, he took out what was the highest standard for him, a pot of roasted mutton.
Samwell Although he did not dare to swing a sword, in order to gain his father's approval, he carefully studied all Horn Hill's military books.
Samwell thought seriously for a while and said, "Mutton, the first task of the corps commander is to lead the corps to defeat the enemy. I think you can learn from King Robert. King Robert's invincible war hammer is the guarantee of victory for the army."
Samwell lowered his voice and said, "In the battle of Trident, King Robert killed Prince Rhaegar with a war hammer, bringing a decisive victory."
Trident Battle? What is that? Who is Rhaegar?
Mutton scratched his head and said, "Samwell, do you mean to find an opportunity to kill the enemy's leader, so that you can win?"
"Yes, this is the method that I think is more suitable for you."
Mutton said naively, "Samwell, this seems to be similar to the way I used to fight. When I fight, I like to keep an eye on the enemy's leader. As long as I can't run away, they can't stop me."
Samwell was stunned for a moment and said, "Are you so powerful?"
Samwell hurriedly explained, "I don't doubt your strength, I discovered that you are very strong on the way..."
Mutton shook his head and said, "I didn't misunderstand you. Do I have to find a chance to show you how I fight?"
Samwell agreed, "This is the best. I will study it carefully and then tell you."
"Samwell, you eat meat... tell me what else does the Corps Commander know besides fighting?"