"Lord Greene, I must say, your suggestion is truly reassuring."
Saying that, Tyrion looked at Jaime: "Big brother, when the Silent Sisters stitch my head back together, remember to tell them to make it pretty."
"I wonder if gold dragons can move their cold hearts," Ser Jaime quipped first.
After a pause, he continued, "With Father here, Cersei won't do anything to you. Don't worry, Tyrion."
Tyrion stared at the serious-faced Jaime for a moment, then sighed, "You know nothing of a raging Lioness."
After speaking, he splayed his fingers into a claw shape and mimicked a Lion's growl towards Jaime.
Ser Jaime shrugged and said, "You and Cersei… I'll keep an eye on her, Tyrion."
Seeing Tyrion's gaze shift towards him, Lord Greene stood up and said, "Everyone knows Ser Jaime loves his little brother the most, so you can rest assured, Tyrion."
"Loves me the most?"
Tyrion eyed Jaime suspiciously, then suddenly asked, "Big brother, if Cersei and I were both in danger, who would you choose to save?"
Jaime gritted his teeth, "..."
Under Tyrion's expectant gaze, he coldly replied, "Save Cersei."
"You've deceived your obedient little brother's feelings…" Tyrion hung his head in dejection.
Lord Greene couldn't help but laugh as he started walking, "You two continue chatting."
Seeing Lord Greene about to leave, Tyrion called out, "Hey, where are you going?"
Lord Greene's steps did not falter: "It's not what you think. I have official business to attend to."
Tyrion watched Lord Greene's departing back until the blue figure disappeared before he withdrew his gaze.
After a moment of silence, he sighed and said with a tone of regret, "Time flies. In a few months, it will be two years ago. Jaime, do you remember that thing I mentioned to you in Maegors Holdfast gardens?"
Jaime looked over, puzzled, and chuckled, "...You could consider adding Lord Greene to Myrcella's marriage candidates (Chapter 23). At that time... well, I remember you were very angry."
Ser Jaime glanced sideways at Tyrion and said, "Myrcella is only ten. When she grows up, she will marry the knight she likes. I will help her."
Tyrion spread his hands: "I once suggested to Hand of the King Tywin that Myrcella be sent to Dorne in exchange for House Martell's support. He agreed. If not for Cersei's interference, the little princess would be eating fruit in Sunspear right now."
He grinned: "Jaime, the sword in your hand cannot decide Myrcella's marriage, nor can Cersei. The one who truly decides is Hand of the King Tywin."
...
In the small hall of maidenpool, Brienne took the cloak from Lord Greene's hand and stepped aside.
Dick Crabb's face was flushed with joy as he put his hand to his chest and said, "Lord Greene."
Lord Greene turned and looked at him, a slight smile on his lips, and said, "Dick, it seems… your new wife is taking very good care of you."
Dick chuckled and said, "I swear, I never dreamed I'd marry a noble lady, and she's even the heir of House Mooton…"
He paused, then looked left and right like a thief, lowering his voice: "Miss Elanor… my wife, she is fulfilling her duties as a wife…"
He leaned slightly closer to Lord Greene: "But she, and House Mooton, I can feel it, they are wary of Crabb. Lord Greene, I think… in the eyes of House Mooton, Crabb is still an invader."
Lord Greene patted Dick's shoulder: "Maintain your vigilance as well, my kinsman."
Lord Greene sat down first, then gestured for Dick to sit as well.
After Dick was seated, he began, "Let's clarify one thing first: the Riverlands is not the Vale. It is known throughout the Seven Kingdoms that Crab Claw Peninsula harbors hatred for the Vale, and the name of Crabb as a half-savage noble is also spread throughout the Seven Kingdoms. The rolling heads in the Vale would not be too shocking, or rather, to some extent… it somewhat explains Crabb's astonishing actions."
Dick nodded: "Anyone who bothers to inquire can find out how many people died and how many nobles disappeared under the blockade of the Vale Noble in Crab Claw Peninsula. This is a blood feud."
Lord Greene leaned back in his chair and continued, "That's why I said the Riverlands is not the Vale. Crabb does not have a Seven Kingdoms-wide known hatred with this land. In maidenpool, try to use gentle methods. This will be beneficial to…"
As he spoke, Lord Greene paused.
Excitement and curiosity gleamed in Dick's eyes. Lord Greene smiled and said, "The Riverlands is now a chaotic battlefield. This is a rare opportunity for Kleber Family."
Dick opened his mouth and said, "Could it be… you…"
He looked left and right again, leaned forward, swallowed, and whispered, "The Trout's land?"
"My kinsman, would a hunter let go of prey that runs right in front of him?"
Lord Greene reached out and patted Dick's arm, continuing, "As a member of Kleber Family, you must understand your responsibility, unite as one, Dick Crabb."
Dick nodded heavily, secretly swallowing his saliva… Dick couldn't help but think of that princess and the Dragon… He glanced at Lord Greene's gentle face and dared not continue thinking.
The two of them discussed some of maidenpool's political affairs for a while, and Lord Greene had Brienne bring a parchment scroll.
Dick took the parchment, unfolded it curiously, and after a quick scan, said, "Lord Greene, what is this?"
Lord Greene pointed to the parchment in Dick's hand and said, "These are three men I selected from the Vale Noble who swore loyalty to Crabb. They are not only unmarried but also heirs to their respective families. If she is willing, your sister can choose one of them to be her husband."
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