Through the curtain, the keen Lord Green sensed the "intense" gaze from inside the carriage, and his smile broadened.
As a loyal guard, Brienne secretly kept alert to her surroundings, glancing at Lord Green, who had been almost constantly smiling since morning. As the carriage drew closer, her tall figure straightened, and her chin lifted proudly.
Amidst cheers, the carriage stopped, and a servant brought the footboard to the carriage door. The carriage door opened, and Daenerys's figure appeared before everyone. She wore a blue off-the-shoulder long dress, adorned with a sparkling white pearl necklace, her skin as white as ivory, seemingly shimmering in the sunlight.
Daenerys's turban-clad face was delicate and beautiful. Standing on the footboard, her violet eyes scanned her surroundings, her smile as warm as summer sunshine.
At that moment, the crowd seemed to pause for an instant, then erupted into even louder cheers.
Lord Green approached, extending a hand towards Daenerys.
Exchanging a glance, Daenerys gently lifted the hem of her long dress with one hand and took Lord Green's hand with the other, gracefully stepping down from the carriage.
Subsequently, the vassals of the Vale came forward one by one to pay their respects, and Daenerys returned their greetings with a gentle and dignified smile.
After the greetings with the vassals, Daenerys received the elders, children, and merchants from various trades pre-selected by Gryven, Baron, to demonstrate the new ruling family's impartiality.
As noon approached, the welcoming ceremony drew to a close. Daenerys, with her beauty and gentleness, soothed the fear that Blood Earl had brought to the people of the Vale. At this moment… Moon Gate Castle was filled with an aura of happiness and hope.
Before entering the castle, Daenerys turned and waved, then… her and Lord Green's figures gradually disappeared, and behind them, the roar of the crowd, like a surging tide, rose again, deafening.
Along the long corridor, Lord Green and Daenerys, surrounded by Steward Surana, Mondon, Brienne, Anguy, and others, walked and conversed softly.
Lord Green spoke earnestly about the Vale's governance: "After the harvest season, grateful for Kleber's tax exemption, the old farmers from the direct domain will come to express their thanks on behalf of their villages. We can take this opportunity to reiterate Kleber's policy of stabilizing grain prices to them (Chapter 273)."
As he spoke, Lord Green's finger seemed to inadvertently brush against Daenerys's hand.
Daenerys looked at Lord Green, her lips curving into a smile, her tone at this moment remarkably like his: "Lord Green, I have discussed with Maester Al, after the harvest season, we can also hire them to help us build granaries nearby."
Daenerys's gaze lightly swept over Lord Green, and Lord Green's eyebrow subtly arched. Was she challenging him?!
Lord Green's eyes were full of combativeness, while Daenerys's beautiful eyes curved into crescent moons, her smile profound. She proactively took Lord Green's arm, allowing him to feel her warmth and tenderness.
Their seemingly unnoticeable small actions did not escape the three top warriors behind Lord Green and Daenerys. Mondon chuckled softly, Anguy secretly smiled, while Brienne expressionlessly glanced at the two men, deeming them not steady enough.
Upon arriving at the study, Lord Green, under the pretense of discussing government affairs, dismissed the others.
Shortly after the door closed, Daenerys's head reached just to Lord Green's shoulder. She lifted her head, about to speak, but her body was suddenly lifted into his arms, and she couldn't help but let out a soft gasp.
Sitting on the table, Daenerys tightly hugged Lord Green's neck. After a long moment of warmth, she tremblingly grasped one of his hands.
Daenerys's cheeks flushed: "Lord Green, wait, let me take a bath first."
Her breath was short, and she seemed to explain: "I sweated a lot just now."
Lord Green lowered his head, this time the warmth became light and gentle, and they only separated when their breathing had somewhat calmed.
Daenerys tidied her dress, then suddenly said: "Lord Green, go check on Viserion and the others."
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