the walls of the red keep have not known silence since the events of the ball, suspicions and rumors running rampant and once allies turning enemy at the drop of a pin. the targaryen king gave his people no rest, demanding a name to hold accountable for the attack on his ball.
and so a name was given, sources unreliable at best. lady commander anaera tarth of the king’s guard is blamed for aiding the masked attackers, and subsequently sentenced to her execution with no trial or warning.
her head rolls immediately upon sentencing, cries of her innocence barely heard before her voice is lost forever.
many believe this means they are free to go, unsettled by the brutal execution but hopeful to return to their own seats and put this all behind them. but just as the nobility of westeros begin to leave the throne room a large roar is heard, and many near windows swear they see something large and dark flying in the skies. king aedar has a wide grin on his lips, commanding them all to remain longer as if would be in their best interest to do so. the king then takes his leave while his family is left looking confused and also rushing out to avoid question or complaint.
