Game of Thrones: King of Harrenhal, starting with a blue hand stat panel

Chapter 124 The Bat Brotherhood

At the banquet, the lights shimmered and laughter filled the air.

The host provided plenty of mead, beer, ale, golden wine, and lemonade to ensure everyone had a good time.

When people have doubts about the health of the water, and banquets also require alcohol, the amount of alcohol needed is staggering.

It was this demand for alcohol that made the Redwyn family so wealthy.

When the bear, dressed in a green brocade robe, uttered something astonishing, the VIPs, including King Robert, were greatly shocked.

This on-the-spot proposal is indeed a wonderful thing.

Unfortunately, there is a significant gap in appearance and social class between this couple.

Big Bear appeared simple, robust, and plain-looking.

Miss Lynne was like a delicate flower, dressed in an exquisite silk dress adorned with blue-green jade ornaments.

Big Bear got his seat in the VIP section by association, not because the Mormont family was powerful, but because of his own performance as a hero in the Iron Islands war and a dark horse in the tournament.

But the Haitar family, being one of the top ten feudal lords who could sit in the VIP seats simply because of their vast wealth and power, was the oldest of the seven kingdoms.

One of four or five families.

"These two black knights really know how to steal the spotlight," Duke Tywin thought to himself, somewhat speechless, but he could only let it be.

"That idiot. Ugh!" Duke Eddard Stark remained silent, for he was well aware of the difference between the Mormont and Hightower families.

Even in the North, Bear Island is considered one of the remote and desolate places.

Bear Island is rich in wild bears and timber, but resources are scarce.

The Mormont family's island was damp, cold, and desolate; the castle was more like a wooden hall.

What's even more terrifying is the lack of material life; there are no masquerade balls, mime performances, harpists, singers, goldsmiths, or even good cooks.

Old Town, on the other hand, is a bustling metropolis known throughout the world, a dazzling and vibrant place.

Love without material support is like a pile of loose sand, but Ed couldn't bring himself to say these words.

It was no use saying anything; Count Bear had completely fallen in love, like an old tree blossoming again.

Sir Arthur and Sir Lucas were also among those seated, witnessing history firsthand.

Big Bear smelled of alcohol, and Arthur felt that he was trying to hide his panic.

"Do you agree, Lynise?" Earl Layton asked his daughter gently.

"I agree, Father," Lynise replied with a smile.

"Lynnise has gone mad too?" Arthur thought to himself. This youngest daughter of the Hightoar family still doesn't know how poor Bear Island is.

"Since you are truly in love, and Count Jorah is a hero of the battlefield and the tournament, I naturally grant your permission," Count Layton laughed heartily.

"I..." Jorah was so excited that he couldn't speak coherently.

Anyone could see the awkwardness and passion on this war hero's rough face; he was truly blinded by love.

But once Earl Layton spoke, the marriage between the two was considered settled.

Arthur drank a glass of lemonade. That old bastard Layton was just that casual about things; he wasn't actually drunk at all.

"Well done, what a joyous occasion! Here in Lannisport, we've witnessed a marriage." Robert laughed heartily, his voice booming with delight.

The king smiled, and everyone else echoed his sentiment.

"A perfect match!" Earl Parker, who knew the ins and outs best, cheered as he watched the spectacle unfold.

"Where do you plan to go after you get married?" Earl Parker asked.

"Of course, it's Bear Island, sir," Jorah said happily, drinking glass after glass until his face was flushed.

"I wish you happiness," Earl Parker chuckled, secretly waiting to see what would happen.

After all, Earl Layton didn't care much about his later daughters.

Take his Redwin family, for example. He has a cousin knight who also married Layton's daughter, but he's just like everyone else.

Layton was not very willing to take care of his later children; it was their elder brother Baylor who did.

If Jorah stayed in Oldtown, he could hold a minor official position, earn a high salary, and support his wife.

But returning north would inevitably lead to chaos. Lynise was far away in the north, and her elder brother couldn't often provide for his impoverished brother-in-law.

Although he had so many thoughts in his mind, Earl Parker didn't remind him of them, so why make himself uncomfortable?

Pexter was just watching Jorah and Lynne transition.

As the banquet progressed, the atmosphere became increasingly lively.

People no longer adhered to their respective positions, but instead rose to offer toasts, and guests began to establish rapport with each other.

Earl Parker also struck up a conversation with Arthur.

In contrast to the country bumpkins of Bear Island, Earl Parker was very welcoming to Arthur, a well-known wealthy man in the Riverlands.

Besides Arthur's reputation as a knight, his specialization in killing iron-type monsters is also a factor.

The social class and social status of both parties also contribute to the discussion.

"Tonight is a very pleasant night, Lord Parker," Arthur said to Earl Parker.

"It is indeed a happy night. But whether the marriage is happy or not, we'll talk about that later, Sir Arthur." Earl Parker lowered his voice; others might not understand the Hightower family, but he knew it better than anyone.

Arthur avoided stepping on the Hightower family's landmines, but Big Bear went ahead without hesitation.

"Haha." Arthur chuckled, not dwelling on the topic any further.

"If there are any business opportunities in the future, please feel free to contact me," Earl Parker said to Arthur.

There is still much room for cooperation between the two sides in the operation of trade routes.

"Definitely, definitely!" Arthur promised Earl Parker.

Although Earl Parker is ugly, he is a veteran in business and naval warfare, and there is still considerable room for cooperation between him and the River family.

Earl Parker laughed heartily, finding Arthur's speech pleasant and his appearance handsome.

Unfortunately, Arthur could not become a relative of the Redwin family; he could only be a business partner.

"Now that King Baron is dejected, the troubles on the Steps Islands will be much less!" Arthur raised his glass to congratulate Earl Parker.

"That being said, my third daughter's pack of bastards is still around, and they cause me trouble from time to time," Earl Parker said.

Ironborn and the Three Daughters City-State are two notorious groups of pirates; it's simply a matter of who came first.

Although the third daughter's group disbanded, their pirate crew remained active, constantly attacking each other.

"If there's anything I can do to help, I'll definitely lend a hand!" Arthur made a promise.

"Good, with a great knight like you, everything is sure to be accomplished." Earl Parker laughed heartily.

He was fearless in naval battles, but in land battles, it was up to Arthur's ruthless men.

After a lively conversation with Arthur, Earl Parker and Arthur developed a certain level of friendship.

Compared to Duke Stannis, who came along with them, Parker still preferred his relationship with Arthur; that Stannis was a block of ice, utterly tasteless.

"A promising young man, Sir Arthur!" Sir Willis Manderley, a bald man with a walrus-like beard, said to Arthur.

Although they are now people of the North, they are among the few who believe in the Seven Gods.

Sir Manderle was in a good mood chatting with a knight like Arthur, and they also discussed the trade routes between the Riverlands and White Harbor.

"Arthur, Arthur, you're such a lucky star!" A moment later, an excited Lynn Cobbery also rushed out.

At this moment, Arthur might be more precious than Sir Lynn's father.

The answer is very simple.

Arthur and Lynn made a fortune. Everyone around Arthur at the Lannisport tournament made a killing.

"Your vision is truly exceptional," Sir Lynn praised.

It wasn't just because of Arthur's strength, but also because of his keen eye for talent.

If it weren't for Arthur's help, Lynn would never have earned so much money.

"But I can only coach you for this round. It's hard to say what will happen in the next round," Arthur said.

"This round is enough." Sir Lynn thanked him profusely; even this round of funds would be enough for him to live a carefree life for a long time.

The two chatted and laughed, getting along very well.

Lynn, as the strongest mercenary swordsman in the valley, also remembered Arthur's kindness.

Anyway, he didn't have much to do in the valley, except for some small martial arts tournaments, so he might as well do something big with Arthur.

The night in Port Lannes flowed quietly by.

Tywin watched the young people chatting with each other, comrades who had fought together in the Iron Islands Wars or tournaments.

Back in the day, during the Battle of the Nine Copper Coins, young people forged friendships and expanded their social circles in the same way.

After all, the Seven Kingdoms are so vast that without such large group activities, people might not get together for a long time.

Arthur considered that, in addition to his core structure, the Dark Knights, his external framework was also expanding.

In the Reach, he befriended figures such as Earl Redwin and Garland, and Baron Castaway of Bitterbridge.

In the Valley, both the Wickley family and Lynn Cobbley gave Arthur a great deal of face.

Even in the North, there are bears and men like Sir Mandalay.

Not to mention the royal domains and the Riverlands, which are closer to Harrenhal.

As the guardian of Crab Bay and heir to Harrenhal, Arthur now wields even greater power, enough to shake the lords of the eastern Riverlands and some royal domains.

Even among the lords west of the Riverlands, there were Earl of Paiber, Earl of Seafront, Earl of Breken, and others who maintained a friendly attitude.

In addition to the Dark Knights, an even larger brotherhood of Dark Knights is also expanding.

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