He also briefly described the battle between King Ghidorah and the Naga descendants. His tone was dull, but Rhaenyra could imagine the earth-shattering battle.
She subconsciously stroked her belly, as if to comfort the child in her belly who might be "scared" by the dangers her father told her.
"Corlys Earl... really dead?" Rhaenyra asked in a dry voice.
Although Corlys did not support her before, he was her cousin after all. His death meant that House Velaryon would fall into huge turmoil.
"The possibility is extremely high." Redd didn't say it hard, but his meaning was clear, "In a disaster of that scale, the hope of his flagship's survival is slim.
Daemon has taken the remnants to Driftmark, and I believe this news will be 'confirmed' soon."
Rhaenyra was silent for a moment, digesting this huge amount of information.
The secret of Daemon, the adventure of Tormund, the death of Corlys, the appearance of the deep sea monster...
Each one of them is enough to cause an uproar in Seven Kingdoms, but now it is concentrated in Stepstones.
"Daemon go to Driftmark... what does he want to do?" She was keenly aware of the problem.
"Integrate power, win over Rhaenys, and even... may want to take the opportunity to influence House Velaryon's position."
Redd analyzed, "Once Corlys dies, there will be a vacuum in the naval system, and Daemon will not let this opportunity pass by.
He may also have some 'evidence' or 'handles' that are unfavorable to House Velaryon."
Rhaenyra frowned. "What's the attitude on my father's side...?"
"I'm afraid your father is also very worried now." Redd sneered at the corner of his mouth, "Master of Ships died in the line of duty, and the navy suffered heavy losses.
Unknown sea dragons and deep sea monsters also appeared, and Daemon showed his unknown side again...
All of these will aggravate his suspicion and uneasiness.
Especially when he knows that House Velaryon may be hiding more secrets, and Daemon may be out of control."
He gently put his arms around Rhaenyra's shoulders, let her lean into his arms, and said in a soft voice, "You don't have to worry too much about these things. You can raise your baby with peace of mind."
But you need to know that the situation is changing rapidly and developing in a more complex and dangerous direction.
After our children are born, they may face a completely different Westeros."
Rhaenyra snuggled in his arms, feeling his steady heartbeat and the power of his words, and the uneasiness in his heart was gradually replaced by a firm determination.
She is no longer the princess who can only wait for her fate at Red Keep.
She is a dragon knight, the wife of Redd, and is about to become a mother.
She must prepare for herself, her children, and everything she holds dear.
"I understand." She whispered, her voice soft but extremely firm, "I will pay attention. Dragonstone, I will also watch it for you.
And... regarding Daemon, we have to find a way to find out what he has mastered and what he wants to do."
"Don't worry, Mysaria has already made arrangements." Redd kissed her forehead, "Your task now is to take good care of yourself and our children. Leave the rest to me."
Outside the window, the Dragonstone sky gradually darkened, and the sea breeze passed over the volcanic rocks, making a long whimper.
Inside the castle, the warmth was still there, but both the couple knew that the brief tranquility was just the gap before the storm.
The aftermath of Stepstones will surely sweep through King's Landing and affect Seven Kingdoms.
And they must firmly control their own course in this increasingly turbulent undercurrent.
The secrets about the resurrection of Hailong, Naga and Dragon Soul, the truth about the death of Corlys, the ambition of Daemon and the fate of House Velaryon...
All mysteries and crises are like reefs under the sea, waiting to be revealed or triggered.
And Redd and Rhaenyra are already at the center of this storm.
Red Keep, the lights in the conference hall were bright, but it could not dispel the heavy gloom that shrouded everyone's hearts.
The air was stagnant, and there was only the crackling sound of wood burning in the fireplace, and the heavy and unsteady breathing of King Viserys.
Otto·Hai Sir Tarth has just finished his carefully arranged report on the tragedy of Stepstones.
He did not hide any "facts", but cleverly added hints and guidance at every key node.
At this moment, he stood aside with his hands down, looking at his nose and heart, like the most loyal minister, waiting for the monarch's decision. In fact, he used the corner of his eye to keenly capture every subtle change in expression on Viserys's face.
Viserys·Targaryen I, this king who is increasingly troubled by government affairs, health and throne succession issues, his face at this moment is like the sky before a storm, ever-changing.
The initial shock and subtle... relief? (Corlys was a thorn in his heart after all) were quickly replaced by stronger anger and deep worry.
"Marie your country..." Viserys muttered and repeated the "glorious ending" set for Corlys in Otto's report, and unconsciously tapped the cold handrail of Iron Throne with his fingers, making a dull sound.
"Driftmark fleet was wiped out, 'Sea Snake' sank, Master of Ships was buried in the belly of a fish... What a 'martyr for the country'!"
He raised his head suddenly, his eyes burning with the anger of being fooled and betrayed, and his voice was a little sharp due to excitement. "Otto! Do you believe it?"
That Tormund! That pirate leader! He actually has a dragon! An unprecedented sea dragon! What does this mean? Huh?!"
Otto showed a look of sorrow and worry at the right time. "Your Majesty, this means...House Velaryon may have concealed a vital secret from the kingdom and your Majesty.
A pirate who can tame a giant dragon, whose bloodline origin... is terrifying to think about.
Corlys Earl As his elder brother, it would be unconvincing to say that he had no knowledge of this.
Perhaps, this is one of the reasons why he has been vague about His Majesty's stance on the succession issue for a long time, and even secretly supported Prince Daemon - there may be a deeper and more... dangerous plot within their family."
He used the words "concealed bloodline", "may support Daemon", and "dangerous plot" like poisonous thorns, piercing Viserys's already sensitive and suspicious heart.
"What do they want to do?" Viserys's voice came out from between his teeth, his face turned pale, "Corlys...
He has been in charge of the kingdom's navy for decades. The Driftmark fleet is the best Seven Kingdoms. His wife is Targaryen, and his son...Laenor!
That ineffective thing! Now a pirate brother with a dragon appears!
Do they, Velaryon, think that it's time for Iron Throne to be replaced by someone named Velaryon?!"