Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken

"Perhaps you are right Aunt Elia… I do try my best to get along with him though, especially for mother. How long has it been since you’ve seen my father Elia? That truly warms my heart Aunt Elia, I am glad to hear I am still loved in Dorne for I will always consider my home, no matter what happens."

"Maybe the age gap between you and him is also a reason for the misunderstandings. But the situation is likely to change once he matures. I have not seen your father for many moons now, sweetling. I hope he fares well. If the gods wish it so, I may get to see him soon. I have a proposition for you. If it pleases you, the next time I decide to visit Dorne, I can take you with me?"

"Perhaps it depends on which family member you are, Aunt Elia.  Sometimes he is adorable as you say but when he is parading around the halls with his cats, making a racket, he is not so adorable. I hope to see it again some day, it sounds just as it did when I left and did they truly ask after me Aunt Elia? It makes me feel very happy to know they still consider me a Princess.”

"You are siblings, it is normal to have such moments. When you find each other's company irritating. Though I have never experienced that with your father, or with your late Uncle Doran. You will always be a Princess in Dorne, sweetling. No matter what anyone says. This is something no one can take away from you."

"No, still just the two Aunt Elia.. I was exaggerating slightly, but he has been begging mother and Uncle Jaime for some more, he can’t help himself. I don’t think you’ve too much at all, how was Sunspear? I miss it dearly sometimes." 

"He is so adorable surrounded by his cats. He is a good boy, your brother. And it suits his age, it is not a bad thing. Oh, Sunspear was lovely. I miss it already. But it was time for me to leave it and return back to the Rock. People asked about you, you are still very much a Princess of Dorne in their minds and hearts."

"Is that really true? Perhaps I should tell that to Tommen and his hoard of cats." 

"Hoard of cats? Has he got more? After spending so much time in Sunspear, I imagine I have missed a lot."

"Why so Aunt Elia? Would they batter me with the very swords I speak of?" 

"Oh no one dares to touch the daughter of the Red Viper."

aashiqaanah:

"Oh, so that’s how you make a sword? Sounds fairly simple to me…” 

"Blacksmiths better not hear you."

I do not want anyone to know the reason why I require your attention. I'd like this conversation to stay between us. I need to know that you agree to the terms before I share further.

Just some interesting comments. Not very flattering. At least the tone suggested they were not. Some troubles have been occupying my thoughts. And I wonder if I could ease them.

Now tell me,

I have heard ladies speak certain things about you.

I am certain Lord Jaime will be very pleased to see you again. It has been too long, has it not?

Time at Dorne passes quickly and I did not notice how much I had prolonged my stay.

I can tell you can not wait until we arrive. Have you informed Lord Jaime? 

Yes. And he was the one who made all the arrangements. We are expected at Casterly Rock.

Dorne never disappoints me. It is a real pity it takes so long to get there. Long journeys always make me feel weary. 

We shall be back in the Rock in no time.

Oh, I shall be. Uncle Tyrion has said he should be happy to arrange it, so I imagine I shall be home in no time at all. And you, Mother?

That is good. You must be careful, Joanna. It can get dangerous while on the road. And with the sudden change of seasons, I think it has got only riskier to travel. I, myself, will be leaving soon as well. I have missed you, your brother and your father.

"Aye. Wae winter and that. …I sortae love her."

"Love is a wonderful thing. I hope a blessed marriage is what awaits you."

"True or not, it makes a rather interesting story Lady Elia." 

"And for a moment I was worried people have started to find better use of their time."

"Aye. They are, my lady. …Mostly ‘cause it’s the best thing happening tae us the now, but aye. Thanks."

"The best thing?"