AU, Rhaenyra considered arranging a politically advantageous marriage between Jace and Cregan. But Jace was extremely opposed and outraged. He didn't want to tie himself to a northern savage, and ultimately Rhaenyra relented, not wanting a repeat of her fate for her son.
Time passed and the war drew closer, and Jace still went to Winterfell as ambassador. He intends to be polite, courteous, and strictly professional. Yes, he once refused marriage, but he hopes that Stark is a man of honor and won't hold it against him and his family. And well, Cregan Stark… that's a damn dream. Jace loses all train of thought. He scolds himself for such a reaction. It's as if he's never seen such a handsome, large, and strong man (he hasn't). But when they begin a dialogue, Jace finally says goodbye to his sense of bravery. Cregan is smart, quick-witted, and confident. He's literally Jace's dream come true. Now he's ashamed of his refusal and wants to go back in time and slap himself. But that's impossible, so he simply decides to do everything possible to win this man over.
Cregan was a little confused. The prince certainly turned out to be even more handsome than rumors had suggested. His speech, posture, and feigned confidence, which made him even more charming, spoke volumes and were undoubtedly attractive. The prince's refusal of a political marriage was expected, and Cregan understood it. He expected this meeting to be quick and impartial. But the prince was giving very strange and confusing signals. Cregan couldn't figure out what exactly the prince wanted from him (or rather, he was rejecting the idea). But ultimately, he gave in. Continuing to pretend the feelings were not mutual was foolish, so Cregan decided to go with the flow. And this led to a marriage with a blood oath.
Upon his return, Jace personally broke the news to his mother. Cregan Stark would provide an army and, for the sake of his family, he had entered into a political marriage with Cregan. Rhaenyra was in absolute shock, unable to believe that she was actually being fed this charade of a political marriage, while her son looked happier than ever.
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