Game of Thrones: Holy Flame King

Chapter 58 Conspiracy
Night falls.

Piles of bonfires lit up on the beach by the sea, and the aroma of barbecue permeated the air, along with bursts of laughter.

In order to welcome the Lord Lord's return, Yingzui Island held a grand bonfire dinner.

Of course, there is not so much etiquette to talk about when the sky is sitting on the ground. Everyone is very casual, eating meat, drinking wine, and listening to the guards who followed the lord to tell what they have seen and heard along the way.

Samwell and Petyr Baelish walked side by side on the beach, chatting.

"It's very similar to my territory. They're all by the sea, and they're all rocky." Petyr's face flashed a flash of memory, "However, the Shivering Sea isn't as gentle as the Summer Sea."

"I've never seen the Shivering Sea, and I really want to."

"I'm afraid you will regret it after seeing it." Petyr laughed loudly, "In the depths of the Trembling Sea, it is said that there are countless ice giants living. Any ship."

"Ice giant? I remember seeing an ice dragon from a book."

"Maybe both." Petyr shrugged, and suddenly changed the subject, "Sam, do you know why I came to Eagle Mouth Isle myself?"

coming!

Samwell's heart tightened, knowing that the real drama was coming.

Petyr Baelish, the biggest conspirator in Game of Thrones, would definitely not come to such a remote place as the Crimson Mountains just to see a silver mine.

He must be up to something.

However, Samwell was not too nervous.

After all, he knew the true face and rules of conduct of this charismatic-looking Minister of Finance of the Kingdom.

This person wholeheartedly wants to disrupt the Westeros continent, so that a small nobleman like him with a humble background can have a chance to climb up.

Moreover, Petyr, as a high-end player in the game of power, is best at hiding his purpose. For this reason, he will even do things that seem to be of no benefit to him, so that no one will cast suspicious eyes on him.

He can also calmly hide in the dark corner, use lies and tactics to manipulate the "protagonists" in the center of the stage to fight and fight.

"To be honest, Lord Baelish, I am also surprised that you will come in person." Samwell said honestly.

Petyr stopped and looked sideways at Samwell:

"I really wanted to see you in person, Ser Caesar."

"see me?"

"Yes. I can see the shadow of myself when I was young." Petyr's eyes did not hide his appreciation, "Although your background is better than mine, you are not loved by your father, Horn Hill Everything has nothing to do with you. So, you are the same as when I was young, you have almost nothing, and you are despised by everyone.

But like me, you refuse to surrender to fate.

I got the job of Seagull Town Tax Collector from Duke Jon, and I increased the town's tax revenue tenfold in three years.As for you, you got a development order from the Duke of Metz, opened up a territory deep in the Crimson Mountains, and won the loyalty of tens of thousands of savages.

So, even though you haven't even built the castle yet, I believe that one day, you will surprise the whole of Westeros. "

It has to be said that Petyr's words are extremely provocative, coupled with his ups and downs, can make anyone's blood boil after hearing it.

Not to mention, this person is still a big man in a high position. Faced with such admiration, no young man can hold back.

It's a pity that this "Mockingbird" met Samwell, and even though he sang beautifully, in Samwell's ears, there were whispers of the devil.

What are the consequences of listening to Petyr Baelish?
Just look at what happened to Eddard Stark, Duke of the North.

"You really think too highly of me, Lord Baelish." Samwell put on an expression of being very excited, but still trying to maintain a humble expression.

"My eyes have never misread anyone." Petyr said with a smile, "Moreover, I have always been willing to help the young heroes of the kingdom as much as I can, so as to accelerate their growth."

"You are such a generous elder!" Samwell flattered him, and at the same time, he was curious about what the other party's so-called help would be.

Petyr took a step closer, put his hand on Samwell's shoulder, lowered his voice, and said:
"I know that it is difficult to develop in a barren land like the Crimson Mountains. Now that you have so many people to support, you must be in urgent need of money..."

Hearing this, Sam Well suddenly became suspicious—could the Iron Throne still pay to subsidize the pioneering lord?
Is there such a good thing?
But what Petyr said next explained his doubts and shocked him.

"This silver mine is actually dispensable to the kingdom, but it is very important to you. That's why I came here in person, and I will leave a trustworthy person in Yingzui Islet to cooperate with you." Supervise the casting of the silver stag."

Having said that, how could Samwell fail to understand the hidden meaning in Petyr's words.

This guy actually hinted that he could make fake accounts!

As long as he keeps a part of the silver deer privately, correspondingly, the taxes and fees he needs to pay to the royal family will also be greatly reduced.

Seeing Samwell's astonished expression, Petyr knew that the other party understood what he meant, so he smiled again and said:
"I know that this matter may not be so glorious, but believe me, this will not harm the interests of the kingdom, but it will enhance it. Our King is not a thrifty family man, so instead of letting the money If it was squandered by him after it was handed over, it would be better to leave it for you to expand the territory of the kingdom."

Really is a high-sounding reason.

Samwell lowered his head, as if caught in a fierce ideological struggle.

But in fact, he was thinking about Petyr Baelish's real purpose.

The other party must not really care about the country.

This guy can't wait for the country to be in chaos.

Petyr probably saw the real reason why Madam Olenna sent him to Eagle Isle to develop, so he decided to add fuel to the fire.

The better the development of Yingzui Islet, the greater the probability that Hewan will attack Dorne.

As long as the two sides fight, it will give a schemer like Petyr a chance to take advantage of the fire.

This should be his real purpose.

Although he saw through Petyr's real motives, Samwell found that he had no reason to refuse.

Wouldn't it be beneficial for him to retain some of the silver deer?

Although Petyr's move has evil intentions, the benefits are indeed real.

As for whether this move would hasten the war between Reach and Dorne, he felt that there was no need to worry at all.

After all, he knows that it won't be long before the situation in King's Landing will deteriorate first, and King Robert will also die. At that time, Westeros will be a situation where all the heroes compete for the throne. Who will pay attention to a pioneer in the corner of the Crimson Mountains? Take it.

Of course, to be on the safe side, Samwell knew that he couldn't keep the concealed money alone.

Otherwise, what if "Littlefinger" takes this matter as a trick to manipulate him in the future?
So, after a "difficult" struggle, Samwell said:

"Lord Baelish, what you said is reasonable. In addition, I am willing to give you a part of the silver deer. After all, a big man like you who is dedicated to serving the country will definitely need money."

Petyr took a deep look at Samwell and showed a satisfied smile, as if his purpose of doing this was to get this benefit:
"can."

(End of this chapter)