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๐ข๐พ๐ถ๐ถ๐ช๐ป๐: Adryana Targaryen was the youngest daughter of King Viserys I and Queen Alicent. If one is to believe the tales, she was crueler than her older twin brother and husband, Aemond. Some even mentioned that the princess had bewitched Aemond with the way he lusted over her and worshipped the ground she walked on. Believe what you will, but this story contains the true telling of Aemond Targaryen's wife, Adryana the Blood Queen.
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It was the first time Adryana was able to escape the celebrations; she sat atop the grassy hill watching her dragon mingle with her mate, Sunfyre. Revnass was a stunning pearlescent with pale purple membranes. She bonded with her in the cradle, which Ana felt guilt over since Aemond would get angry that she had a dragon and he didnโt. That was until he claimed the largest dragon in all of Westeros.
โI was hoping to find you here.โ When Adryana didnโt respond, Evin sighed and slowly sat beside the princess. โYou still wonโt talk to me?โ
Adryana pouted as she looked down at the grass, lightly plucking at it. โYou have not been to one feast. You are always with your Uncle.โ
Evin took a deep breath, looking over Ana for a moment. The sunlight hit her perfectly, causing her silver-blonde hair to shine. โYou know he is making sure I will be ready for my lordship when I become of age.โ
โThen you will leave me as well.โ
The curly-haired boy frowned at that comment. He remembered Ana crying for days on end when he came back from Harrenhal. It broke his heart, and he swore no one would make her cry since that day. โPerhaps, you can come with me to Harrenhal when I take my lordship. I can sway them to build a dragon den for Revnass when you visit.โ
Adryana smiled a small smile. โWould a princess and her dragon be welcomed to Harrenhal?โ
Evin wrapped an arm around her and smiled softly when she lay her head on his shoulder. โYou will always be welcome, Ana.โ
It was one celebration after another in the capital. After Aegon and Helaenaโs wedding, the twinsโ thirteenth nameday celebrations were in full swing. Adryana always loved her nameday celebrations, from the music to the dancing to the gifts. Although Madelyne was still in the capital, it did not bring Anaโs spirit down. Her smile was bright while she danced between sons and daughters of lords, her blush pink dress fanning out as she twirled. She smiled, linking her arm with her next partner, meeting her twinโs gaze.
โI thought you did not enjoy dancing, Aemy,โ Adryana teased, using the old childhood nickname she gave him.
โYou know I always make an exception for my beloved sister.โ
Ana felt her cheeks heat up when he called her beloved. She loved receiving compliments, although she squirmed when one of her older brothers complimented her. Or Evin.
Remembering the young heir, Adryana glanced past her brother to see if she could spot the familiar mop of curly hair. Evin promised he would not miss this celebration. He told Adryana that her nameday gift from him would be their dance.
Aemond seemed to know that he was looking for Evin as he spoke up, โEvin is not coming. You know he has lessons with his Uncle.โ
Adryana to hide her hurt at Aemondโs snapping tone. She knew he did not like her spending so much time with Evin, but she did not know the reason why. โHe promised me a dance.โ
Aemond laughed, causing his sister to frown. โAnd you believed the words of a Strong? Really, Ana?โ
Adryana pouted and stepped back when the music ended. โWhy are you being mean?โ
โThis has been a joyous moon of events! My oldest son and third daughter are wed, my second daughter is betrothed, and my sweet twins are another year older!โ The Kingโs voice echoed through the feasting hall.ย
Adryana turned her attention to her father, smiling as he continued, โSeeing my youngest daughter will soon be of age, I have made a marriage pact with the Castellan of Harrenhal to wed her to the heir, Evin Strong!โ
The crowd cheered at the news, but Ana was focused on her twin, looking over his features. Aemond knew how to appear emotionless, although Ana could not be fooled so easily. She could see the way his body tensed, a glint of hurt in his single violet eye.
โAemy,โ she whispered, reaching out to grab his hand, but frowned when he only stepped back.ย
Aemond stared at Adryana for a moment before he turned on his heel, heading for the doors. She followed him with her eyes, lightly picking at her nails when she saw Evin standing at the entrance of the hall.
The curly-haired boy had his hands clasped behind his back, seeing his friend coming towards him. He opened his mouth to greet Aemond, but closed his mouth and frowned when he bumped his shoulder on the way out.
โGo to the princess,โ Larys whispered to his nephew. โThe night is for you and her after all.โ
Evin nodded, his eyes meeting hers. He could tell she was upset, but her sadness was not directed at him. His Uncle informed him ahead of the engagement, and he knew Aemond would not take the news lightly.
Aemond believed Adryana was meant to be his, bound in fire and blood, he said. They were born together, bonded in the womb. They were meant to be husband and wife, and Evin hid his feelings for the Princess, knowing Aemond would not be his friend.
He walked closer to Ana, taking notice of the eldest prince sneaking away, but no one seemed to care. โPrincess,โ Evin greeted, his smile charming as he stopped in front of his betrothed. He bowed to her, his hand outstretched. โMay I have this dance?โ
Adryana had tried to search for her brother after she grew tired. Often, she would have a piece of cake for him since he did not stay for the feasts for long. Although she found his chambers empty when she went, she still left the cake for him for when he got back from whatever he was doing.
She looked down at her own plate while walking into her chambers, pouting at her cake. Ana had a bad feeling that Aemond was not in a safe place, but her thoughts wandered when she saw a box on her table.
She furrowed her brows, setting her plate down before her fingers lightly graced the dark blue box. She tugged the ribbon off and opened it, gasping at the sight before her. It was a silver necklace encrusted with diamonds and large blue sapphiresโher favorite.
Adryana looked at the piece of paper tucked neatly under the necklace and frowned, then opened it.
Wear this so others know that you are mine. Wear this and do not forget about me, my beloved. โ Aemond.