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⠀⠀“ no… never. ”
at last, rhaenyra’s lips curved into a faint, almost mischievous smile, before her expression softened once more as she looked back to alicent.
“ then… shall i see you after supper? ”
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a slight tilt of head , but enough for a long lock of auburn hair fall over her shoulder . “ forgive my boldness , princess , but i do hope you are not judging me trivial . ”
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⠀⠀“ never too ill for a story. ”
her chin lifts slightly, a subtle tilt of her neck to the side. her lips curve into the faintest hint of a smile, fingers shifting as she idly holds two together —— a quiet habit. +
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most in court found themselves uneasy under the dragon's gaze , but not the hightowers —— specially alicent , she simply owned the place with grace and righteousness .
she knew the god with seven +
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faces was on her family side , why would she fear a mere beast whilst having faith to surround her ?
“ the book is chosen , your highness . ” a short nod . “ indeed , i was about to entertain +
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⠀⠀rhaenyra drew the chair back, granting herself a clearer view of alicent. when the last lady departed, the door closed softly behind them.
“ are you friends with them? ”
the question came lightly like a mere pretext for conversation.
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already motioning to leave until feet suddenly glued rigid to the ground —— a royal command .
hand clasped soothingly at her front while the other high ladies left .
auburn head figure just waited .
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⠀⠀“ leave the chamber, all of you… but you… ”
she pauses, a brief breath escaping him, only then lifting his gaze to meet alicent’s.
“ you will remain. sit. ”
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brims curled ever so softly before turning to her companions . “ come , ladies . we should not disturb her royal highness . ”
and before taking her leave , alicent bent the knee halfway for a curtsy .
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