Game of Thrones: Dawn of Justice

Chapter 18 Attending a Banquet and Picking Up a Wife
Garen entered his guest room under the guidance of the maid.

The Tarth family is a relative of the Baratheon family and an important vassal, so the rooms arranged for them are all superior rooms, with very exquisite lighting and furniture.

From the window, Garlon could enjoy the view of the rolling waves crashing against the cliffs in the distance.

After looking at the scenery for a while, Garlon began to take a bath and wash his face, and also washed his hair.

After washing, he changed into clean clothes.

The upper body is a white linen shirt with a black vest on the outside to modify the figure. The lower body is matched with a pair of well-tailored dark gray trousers, a belt inlaid with small pieces of turquoise is tied around the waist, and a pair of soft black leather boots are on the feet. The overall look is simple but with a touch of sophistication.

He is a little over 1.6 meters tall. Wearing this outfit, with his handsome face and clear and calm eyes, he does not look childish like a ten-year-old at all. Instead, he has the demeanor of a nobleman that can make girls' hearts flutter.

After getting dressed, Garlon thought about it and decided not to bring the "Maid of Justice" with him.

If he brings the "Maid of Justice" with him, there will definitely be a lot of people asking him to show it off later.

He doesn't really like being in the spotlight.

"Galon, are you ready? I'll take you to the dinner."

There were two rhythmic knocks on the door, followed by the voice of Earl Selwyn.

"Here comes father."

Garen responded and opened the door.

Earl Selwyn glanced at his son, an expression of satisfaction and a hint of pride showing in his eyes.

Garlon is becoming more and more handsome.

I believe that old man Leighton should be very satisfied.

"Let's go."

Earl Selwyn did not give Garlon any special instructions, because he knew that Garlon would be very polite and would not be rude.

In front of Earl Selwyn was a chestnut-haired maid who was nearly thirty years old and had a pretty face. She led the way respectfully.

Soon, Earl Selwyn and Garlon arrived at the hall on the top floor of Storm's End.

At this moment, hundreds of lights were lit in the hall, and the candlelight was flickering. There was a long table in the middle, which was filled with sumptuous food and wine.

Around the long table, there were some small round tables on each side, on which were some cakes, wine and wine glasses.

More than twenty elegantly dressed nobles, both men and women, young and old, had gathered in the hall.

They gathered in groups of three or four, holding up their glasses, laughing and chatting.

Renly's name day dinner is tomorrow night, so the banquet held here a few nights ago was just to allow the nobles who arrived early to relax and communicate.

When people saw Earl Selwyn coming with Garlon, many of them immediately looked over.

Especially a tall middle-aged man with golden hair mixed with a few strands of silver, dark green eyes and a gentle face. His gaze only stayed on Earl Selwyn for a second, and then he was completely focused on Garlon.

Next to him, there was a girl about eleven or twelve years old with golden hair, skin as white as snow, and purple eyes. She was holding a little blonde girl about three or four years old.

"Father, he is from the Tas family..."

At this time, a young man about fourteen or fifteen years old, tall, with a handsome and gentle face and a smile on his lips, walked over from the side and behind the old man and the girl, and asked in a low voice beside the middle-aged man.

The middle-aged man didn't say anything, but just nodded at his son with a faint smile.

"Haha, Garen, you're here."

Lord Stephen, the host, was supposed to be taking care of his wife and Renly and was absent, so Robert, the eldest son, took his place. Seeing Garen, Robert immediately stepped forward with a smile.

"Lord Selwyn, good evening."

Lord Selwyn smiled faintly at Robert and nodded.

Led by Robert, Garlon followed his father into the arena.

Soon many nobles came forward to greet Earl Selwyn.

Earl Selwyn introduced his eldest son, Garlon, to all the nobles one by one.

Garlon received a lot of praise and compliments.

His fame has now spread throughout the Stormlands. All the nobles in the Stormlands know that the son of Earl Tarth has found the holy sword recorded in the Bible, which is said to be no less powerful than the "Dawn" of the Dayne family.

After meeting Garlon, these nobles were even more amazed at his handsomeness and temperament.

There were even several nobles who wanted to introduce their daughters to Earl Selwyn and Garlon on the spot.

However, Earl Selwyn just smiled and said nothing, neither agreeing nor refusing.

After a while, Earl Selwyn brought Garlon to a middle-aged noble with golden hair and a few silver strands.

"Galon, this is Earl Layton of Oldtown. Why don't you say hello?"

Earl Selwyn smiled and raised his glass to the blond middle-aged man, then spoke to Garlon.

"Hello, Earl Layton. I am Garlon. I have long heard of the reputation of the Hightower family in Oldtown. It is an honor to meet you here." Garlon greeted Earl Layton politely.

"Hello, Garen."

Lord Leighton Hightower smiled and nodded at Garen, a hint of appreciation and satisfaction flashing in his eyes.

"Galon, this is my son Baelor, my eldest daughter Helena, and my youngest daughter Linness."

"Hello, Garen."

The tall young man and the beautiful blonde girl next to Earl Leighton immediately greeted Garlon with a smile.

The three or four-year-old girl in the arms of the fair-skinned blonde girl named Helena was also waving her hands cutely at Garlon.

Garlon looked at Earl Leighton's family, with curiosity in his eyes.

Is this the Hightower family of Oldtown?

This is a family that has been glorious for thousands of years.

Its background is not even inferior to that of the Duke's family.

Also, Beile Hightower, who was later known as the Smiling Beile, was about the same age as Ed at this time.

But, Count Leighton's eldest daughter Helena?

It doesn't seem to be mentioned much in the original book.

Garlon looked at the beautiful fair-skinned girl with blonde hair, purple eyes and a gentle temperament standing next to Earl Leighton, feeling a little curious.

The original novel mentions many of Lord Leighton's other daughters, but not his eldest daughter.

Also, could the little girl in Helena's arms be the "little scumbag" who later caused Jorah Mormont to flee to the continent of Essos?
I think her name is Linness.

Garen smiled and looked at the little girl in Helena's arms, feeling a little strange.

In the original novel, Jorah Mormont fell in love with Lynesse Hightower at first sight at the Lannisport Tournament to celebrate the suppression of the Ironborn Rebellion. In order to be able to talk to the goddess, he won the championship of the Lannisport Tournament and presented the Crown of Love and Beauty to Lynesse. He then asked Lord Leyton to marry his youngest daughter Lynesse.

Lord Leyton married Lynness to Jorah Mormont, but she was disappointed by the remoteness and boredom of Bear Island. Jorah Mormont spent countless millions to please the goddess, ultimately bankrupting himself and even resorting to selling poachers to slavers. Even so, Jorah Mormont couldn't keep Lynness's heart. While traveling through Lys, she abandoned him and became the concubine of Trig O'Mollen, the Trade Prince of Lys.

This is a sad story of a dog who licks and ends up with nothing.

However, Jorah Mormont is not some poor loser. He is a champion of the tourney and the Lord of Bear Island. He has seen countless women, but he only licks top beauties, such as Lynesse and Daenerys.

In Jorah's mind, Lynesse is a top beauty on the same level as the Mother of Dragons.

You can imagine how beautiful Linness is.

Later, after Lynesse cheated on Jorah, she gave herself to Trig O'Morron, the trade prince of Lys, and quickly became the most favored of all of Trig O'Morron's concubines.

What is Lys? It is the place in Essos that is most rich in beauties and bed slaves.

As the Trade Prince of Lys, he had seen countless beauties. The fact that Trig O'Molen was so obsessed with Lynesse that he even ignored his other concubines showed how beautiful Lynesse was.

Garlon took a closer look at Linnis, who was only about three years old, and found that the little girl was indeed very delicate, with eyes like emerald gems. Noticing Garlon staring at her, little Linnis seemed to have a fondness for Garlon, giggling and opening her arms, wanting Garlon to hold her.

Garen couldn't help but smile, looking at Helena Hightower who was holding Linness, and gave her a questioning look.

Helena couldn't help but smile, nodded at Garlon, took a step forward, and handed Linness to Garlon's arms.

Garen held Lynesse skillfully. He held Brienne a lot and knew how to hold her to make the child most comfortable.

Linnis was held in Garlon's arms and looked very happy, "Brother, brother."

Seeing Linness's expression, everyone around laughed.

"Galon, you are going to kidnap my own sister."

At this time, Beile Haitar smiled and joked.

As soon as these words were spoken, Helena's cheeks immediately turned red.

Garen didn't notice Helena's change and thought Belle was saying that Linness liked him, so he smiled and didn't care.

However, while he was teasing Linness, the "little scumbag", Earl Selwyn had exchanged glances with Earl Leighton several times.

Lord Leighton smiled and nodded slightly to Lord Selwyn.

A smile immediately spread across Earl Selwyn's face. He raised his glass, and Earl Leighton immediately followed suit, and the two drank from each other.

Beile Hightower, the future heir of Oldtown, looked at this scene with a strange look in his eyes, and he couldn't help but look at Garen again.

At this moment, Helena's fair cheeks were flushed with shame, and she felt a little uneasy, but her bright eyes were also bright when she looked at Garen who was holding Linness.

After chatting with the Hightower family for a while, Earl Selwyn took Garlon away. At the long table, Earl Selwyn picked out some of his favorite food and casually chatted with Garlon, "Garlon, what do you think of Earl Layton and his children?"

Garlon was tasting a kind of senbei meat produced in Greenstone Castle. He looked up and said in a calm tone: "Very good. It can be seen that the Hightower family has a deep foundation and a good family education."

Garen felt that there was nothing wrong with the Hightower family and that the whole family was "normal."

This is very rare in the world of Game of Thrones.

In the plot of Game of Thrones, the Hightower family has always been very stable and rarely takes risks. Such people are very suitable to be allies and will not be a drag.

"What else?" Earl Selwyn took a sip of Dornish red wine.

"What else?" Garen was a little surprised, not understanding why his father was so interested in the Hightower family.

He thought about it, smiled and said, "Everyone in their family is pretty good-looking."

Hearing Garlon's words, Earl Selwyn couldn't help but smile, "So you think Helena is beautiful?"

Garen nodded.

Helena was indeed very beautiful, with soft and slightly curly golden hair, fair skin, and beautiful facial features, especially her pair of purple eyes which were particularly moving.

Although she is only eleven years old this year, it is foreseeable that in three to five years, she will definitely charm thousands of boys.

The most important thing is that Helena's figure and temperament are also beautiful.

This was a big plus in Garlon's impression.

Judging from the current initial impression, Helena should be the gentle and conservative type, different from the grown-up Linness.

Of course, it could also be a misjudgment.

Garen didn't quite understand why his father asked this.

"Would you like to marry her home in the future?"

Lord Selwyn said suddenly.

what?
Kanon paused while eating the senbei with a fork, and looked at his father in confusion.

He suddenly understood.

No wonder Dad brought him to Storm's End specially and asked him to clean up just now.

It turns out that she brought him here for a blind date!
No wonder when those nobles introduced their daughters to me before, the father had no intention of communicating further.

This was already arranged.

Garen thought again of what Baelor Hightower had said.

It turns out that it wasn't Lynness who was being talked about, but Helena!
The Hightowers had known about it for a long time.

Garen was a little amused.

He never expected that Earl Selwyn would arrange a marriage for him when he was only ten years old.

However, he thought about it and felt that this was not a bad thing.

House Hightower owns Oldtown, home to the Citadel and the Sept of the Stars, making it the second-largest city in Westeros. They are also considered the most powerful nobles under the Duke.

Helena is the eldest daughter of Count Leighton and is very beautiful. It can be said that she is a perfect match for him.

It can even be said that in terms of family power and influence, the fact that Earl Leighton agreed to this marriage was a win for the Tas family.

Garlon carefully recalled Helena's face, expression, temperament, and details when they first met.

Helena is eleven years old this year, one year older than him. To be honest, Garlon has a very good impression of Helena. They have a good impression of each other and their auras are similar.

Seeing that Garlon didn't say anything, Earl Selwyn was not in a hurry. With a faint smile, he enjoyed the food while waiting for his son's answer.

After careful consideration, Garlon looked at Earl Selwyn and asked, "Father, have you discussed this with Earl Leighton?"

Lord Selwyn nodded. "As long as you nod, this matter can be settled."

amount……

Garlon smiled helplessly. As expected, his father had already discussed this with Earl Leighton in a letter.

The reason he was brought here this time was simply because the Hightower family wanted to meet him.

The Hightower family must have been very satisfied with him in the past two days, otherwise Earl Selwyn would not have asked him so directly.

"it is good."

Garen nodded seriously.

Lord Selwyn's eyes lit up, "You agree?"

Normally, there is no need to seek consent when choosing a marriage partner for one's son, but Earl Selwyn attaches more importance to Garlon's wishes.

He was very happy to hear that Garen agreed.

This shows that he and Garlon have reached the same idea.

"Correct."

Garen also smiled slightly.

The Hightower family was powerful and had a great influence on the Citadel. Helena was both outstanding in appearance and character, so he had no complaints.

And Earl Leighton has many daughters.

Marrying Helena is equivalent to having a lot more invisible networks of relationships.

For example, Ellery Hightower, the third daughter of Earl Leyton, married Mace Tyrell in the original book. She and Mace Tyrell gave birth to four children: Willas, Garlan, Loras, and Margaery.

The other daughters of Lord Leighton also married well.

"Okay, then I'll discuss this with Earl Layton later."

Lord Selwyn said with a smile as he forked a piece of shelled shrimp into his mouth.

(End of this chapter)