Tyrion, Jaime, and their knights were heading to the Harrenhal tournament.
Right after leaving, Tyrion realized something tragic: in the medieval era, horses and boats were the fastest means of transportation.
Except for dragons, of course, but his family did not have the luxury of riding dragons and traveling through the skies.
Only the Targaryens had that luxury in the present times.
So, they had to go on horseback.
Tyrion and his brothers passed through Lannisport and continued their journey.
Lannisport, situated at the foot of Casterly Rock on the western coast of Westeros, facing the Sunset Sea,
is a port city naturally protected by cliffs and walls.
It lies within the Westerlands, the territory of House Lannister.
It is the main port in the west and one of the three largest cities in the Seven Kingdoms, alongside King's Landing and Oldtown.
It is a center of maritime trade, mining, and metallurgy.
Almost all the wealth from gold and silver extracted from the nearby mountains passes through there.
As far as Tyrion knew, Lannisport was practically the "lower city" of Casterly Rock.
Many servants, merchants, and soldiers lived in Lannisport and only went up to the fortress to pay tribute or conduct direct business with the Lannisters.
There is a short and well-guarded road connecting the castle gates to the city center.
Since it was very close, they arrived and spent the first day traveling on horseback.
Tyrion and Jaime were now heading to Golden Tooth.They were already on the third day riding horses.
Tyrion could no longer stand riding; yes, he had learned and already rode.He did not have great skill, but it was enough for them to continue the journey to Golden Tooth and then to Harrenhal.
Tyrion could not remember who commanded Golden Tooth at that time.He knew the city existed but had forgotten who ruled it.
So, Tyrion decided to ask his brother.Jaime and the other knights rode ahead.The sound of horses trotting could be heard.
"Jaime, who is the lord of Golden Tooth currently?" Tyrion asked timidly.Jaime did not seem like the most confident person in the world. Even though he was a skilled warrior, Tyrion always felt that staying close to Jaime would sooner or later attract 'trouble.'
Yes, Tyrion thought that being near Jaime was bad luck.Tyrion did not know exactly when he started feeling that way, but he did.His brother Jaime heard him and answered without stopping his horse's trot
"The lord of Golden Tooth currently is Lord Leo Lefford — a respected noble, a loyal ally of the Lannisters," said Jaime."He is married to a distant Lannister relative, as far as I know he is loyal to our family," Jaime said.
Jaime continued telling more about the lord of Golden Tooth
.He began to detail what was known to Tyrion.Lord Leo Lefford was wealthy, known for his hospitality and vanity; he liked to dress in gold and jewels.
According to Jaime's description, Leo Lefford looked like any other lord in Westeros.
His castle protected the Golden Pass, a strategic gorge.A gorge very useful in battles, according to Jaime.
The castle was built on a cliff that shines in the sun, hence the name "Golden Tooth."The sunlight's reflection on the yellowish stones makes the walls look golden from afar.
It has three concentric walls with reinforced gates — a fortress designed to withstand siege.Although Golden Tooth is a small castle, it is a powerful fortress dominating the hill road between the Westerlands and the Riverlands.
It is generally believed that to attack the Westerlands from the east, one must take Golden Tooth to have a safe passage.
"When will we arrive? I can't take it anymore, my butt hurts from sitting on this damned horse so long," Tyrion grumbled.Tyrion yawned and showed his tiredness all the time; no one could blame him. He was a noble, son of a rich man. It was normal that he found all this boring.
By what was known about Tyrion, he was a Lannister who was, well... let's say unusual.Let's say he was a little uglier than the other tywin Lannister children.
He liked reading and staying in the library, didn't go out much, and had few friends.A soldier tried to comfort Lord Tyrion:"We'll arrive soon, Lord Tyrion. When we get to Golden Tooth, we'll stop to rest, and I'm sure there are many pretty ladies your age to talk to,"
said a black-haired knight.This knight treated Tyrion very well. Tyrion wasn't sure if this knight wanted something from him, but he was grateful and thought he might repay him someday if he proved worthy.
Tyrion then replied:"I don't think ladies my age in Golden Tooth would be interested in me; they would probably prefer someone like my brother,"
said Tyrion."Girls, Tyrion, I don't think this is a conversation we should have; you're still too young. Girls are trouble, Tyrion, stay away from them... That's what you should do," said Jaime while riding.
Tyrion responded clearly with a message only Jaime could catch:"And what about our 'sister'? She's a girl too; do you find her problematic as well, Jaime? I'll tell her what you said about women when we see her again,"
said Tyrion with a strange look.
Jaime recognized that look. Damn clever dwarf, he knows my secret, was what Jaime thought.
Whenever Tyrion looked at him like that, it meant he knew something, and it was no coincidence.Jaime ordered everyone to stop to rest the horses; it was around noon."Let's stop for a few minutes but we'll continue soon, just enough for the horses to rest a bit. Meanwhile, patrol the area, leave the horses here and walk. We'll leave soon,"
Jaime told his knights."Yes, my lord," the knights said and left, leaving Tyrion and Jaime alone.Tyrion knew the real reason Jaime had them stop and what he would ask.But he had one doubt and, to be honest, he was a little worried.Would he kill me?
Tyrion always trusted his brother, but when it comes to girls, men tend to be dumb.They lose reason.Jaime waited for his knights to leave and asked Tyrion with tension and concern in his voice:"Do you know?" Asked Jaime, swallowing hard.
Tyrion answered:"If you're asking if I know that you've been sleeping with our sister behind Father and everyone's back, then yes, I know," said Tyrion.
Jaime looked at Tyrion with wide eyes, clearly worried.Tyrion saw Jaime's look and couldn't tell if he was scared or surprised. Jaime seemed very frightened; a sea of emotions passed through his eyes.
When did the children become so perceptive? Jaime thought.I thought my secret was safe, but my brother already discovered.For a few moments, Jaime didn't know what to say to Tyrion;
he was ashamed of being discovered and had nothing to do."I..." Jaime tried to say something but was embarrassed."Don't be afraid or ashamed. I've known for a long time, as long as I can remember, I knew you guys were... sleeping together. How many times, I don't know. How do I know? Well... I've seen how you look at her, it's exactly like how others look at her when they want to... I don't blame you; everyone wants her. Because why wouldn't you? Cersei is very beautiful, I understand. Morally, I don't think it's right, but to be honest, I don't care where you put your...," Tyrion said.
"I... I don't know what to say, Tyrion," Jaime said, embarrassed. Words wouldn't come out.
"Alright, let's not talk about that anymore. I'll keep your secret, don't worry, I won't tell anyone," said Tyrion.
Jaime listened and asked hopefully:"Would you do that for me, Tyrion?"
"Of course. You're my brother, and I can keep some secrets for you," Tyrion replied.
"Thank you, thank you very much," Jaime said gratefully.The reputation of Jaime and Cersei would fall greatly if people found out they had an incestuous relationship.In fact, it was quite common for siblings and relatives to have such relationships, more common than people think.
But it was frowned upon by many, especially religious people who thought it was wrong.Before Jaime and Tyrion could continue, they saw the knights returning.
They were still far enough to not be heard.It was then that Tyrion looked at Jaime and asked with a mocking smile:
"And what about our sister's pussy, how is it? Does she have blonde hair down there too? Is she tight or loose?"
Jaime looked at Tyrion with half-closed eyes and a slight angry look and said:"Tyrion, I prefer not to have that conversation with you. How our sister's pussy is, is none of your business," Jaime replied.
"Of course, it's my business. I'm your brother, and I want to know. Anyway, my revenge time has come; we'll talk every chance we get about Cersei's blonde pussy,"said Tyrion.
Jaime sighed and replied:"Her pussy is not blonde," Jaime said.
"I see... her pussy isn't blonde enough for you, I get it. Sorry," Tyrion replied.
"Tyrion, that's not what I said..."