After resolving the carriage issue, Margaery's carriage naturally traveled alongside Greene's group.
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Greene Kleber's first impression on Margaery was vastly different from the image she had previously envisioned in her mind.
Although he was a nobleman from the Crabclaw Peninsula, he seemed more like a Southern Knight.
Greene's demeanor always maintained an appropriate distance from her, a comfortable distance.
This was rare; Margaery, having experienced it firsthand, knew that this was a difficult social etiquette to master, requiring a very delicate mind and talent.
Margaery thought that Greene's ability to become Queen Cersei's favored minister indeed indicated some exceptional qualities.
Additionally, Margaery noticed that Greene's guards were extremely quiet.
Margaery had naturally seen the elites of the Riverlands; they also strictly followed orders and remained silent before commands were given.
But it was different; Margaery felt that the guards Greene brought were unusually quiet.
Margaery had no interest in military matters, so the thought merely crossed her mind and she did not dwell on it.
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The journey was silent, and as noon approached, they found a flat riverside spot to rest.
Invite Miss Tyrell to have lunch by the river?
Greene and Margaery had only met by chance on the road and were still very unfamiliar with each other.
Unfamiliarity and acquaintance had fundamental differences.
Furthermore, given the vast disparity in their statuses, Greene being overly solicitous would be presumptuous.
Of course, all of the above would not be major issues for Greene if he put his mind to it.
The key was that, although Margaery was Duke Mace's daughter, Greene's heart could only hold one Inflatable Fish.
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After a simple lunch, the considerate Greene deliberately walked alone to the riverside to admire the scenery.
The small river was crystal clear, like a beautiful blue silk ribbon.
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As expected, Greene did not wait long; Margaery, with her skirt slightly lifted, gracefully approached Greene.
At an appropriate distance, Greene's face showed a hint of surprise, and he politely nodded towards Margaery.
Margaery met Greene's gaze, her doe-like eyes smiling.
In that instant, Greene's heart seemed to skip a beat.
If he could be with... Greene suppressed the sudden emotions that arose.
For the current Greene, luxurious love would only affect the speed at which he drew his sword!
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Margaery lightly nodded, her gaze also fixed on the calm river surface.
Just then, a kingfisher deftly dipped into the water, leaving ripples.
A glimmer of light appeared in Margaery's brown eyes.
"Baron Green, do you like the Riverlands?"
Greene's eyes flickered, and he replied, "The Riverlands are very warm; it is beautiful and prosperous here."
As one of the masters of the Riverlands, Margaery smiled and said, "Thank you for your compliment."
Greene smiled faintly, nodding slightly.
After a pause, Margaery began, "I also coincidentally learned that Queen Cersei has dispatched her Chief Steward to visit my father."
Margaery turned her small face to Greene: "Actually, Baron Green, I am a little surprised and curious. If you can, would you satisfy my curiosity?"
Margaery's beautiful eyes were clear and gentle, making it difficult to refuse.
Greene paused for a moment, then immediately resumed his normal demeanor.
He was also a person with a relatively firm will, and Margaery maintained a gentle smile on her small face.
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Most ambitious women in Westeros would use their beauty as a weapon.
They were also more willing to trust those who could not resist their beauty.
Because of his mental fortitude and maturity, Greene's resistance was strong when facing the destructive power of beauty.
Not only for trust, but also out of basic courtesy, Greene had to play along.
Under Queen Cersei's tutelage, Greene's acting skills had been continuously improving, becoming more and more effortless. Greene sighed inwardly, it was not easy for him either.
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Greene's brown eyes flickered slightly, he cleared his throat, and replied, "Miss Tyrell, although this needs to be kept confidential for now, it will no longer be a secret after I meet Duke Mace. Duke Mace is also your father, so I think telling you directly in advance is not a big problem."
Because of Greene's words, Margaery's bright brown eyes seemed to gain an extra layer of joy from being shared a secret.
Greene lowered his voice slightly: "The warlike King Robert has always been concerned about the safety of the kingdom and has had to focus his main energy on military affairs.
A person's energy is limited, and King Robert, out of necessity, has somewhat neglected communication with the various great houses.
For the sake of the kingdom, the benevolent Queen Cersei wishes to undertake these royal affairs for the King. Starting this year, she will successively send envoys to visit the various great houses to deepen the affection between the royal family and the great houses."
Margaery was an excellent listener; seeing Greene lower his voice, she also adopted a posture of listening intently.
Could King Robert's "great achievements" be described in such a way?
As Greene's words fell, Margaery's beautiful eyes blinked, seemingly digesting the content she had just heard.
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Greene continued, "This mission was one I volunteered for to the Queen; I heard that the swordsmen of the Riverlands are skilled in swordsmanship, and I have always wanted an opportunity to witness it."
Greene even informed Margaery of his personal motives.
Have we all guessed wrong? But Grandmother... Margaery didn't have time to think deeply, first thanking Greene for his honesty.
Subsequently, the two tacitly changed the subject.
Margaery proactively found a topic, introducing Greene to some of the local customs and traditions of the Riverlands.
Greene wondered if the daughter of Duke Mace proactively finding a topic to chat with him was Margaery's reward for Greene's honesty?
Sometimes, the truth is not important; it is all just for their respective purposes.
No one can guarantee whether there will be another similar meeting, but a little more patience will ensure a pleasant meeting next time.
Margaery Tyrell, as a member of Westeros's top nobility, didn't necessarily have to be so meticulous.
Conversely, Queen Cersei always acted as she pleased, and few people seemed particularly dissatisfied.
The nobles of the Westeros continent had long been accustomed to and accepted the hierarchy of bloodlines.
However, compared to Queen Cersei's overwhelming dominance, Margaery Tyrell's affability was more likely to win people's hearts.
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Greene and Margaery's group had not traveled long after noon when they encountered the guards Margaery had sent to purchase provisions.
Greene and Margaery parted ways there.
Greene, with his Clan Soldiers, continued to march towards Highgarden.
Greene, on horseback, pinched his chin, hoping that his actions today had reduced some obstacles for his upcoming journey to Highgarden.