Game of Thrones: The Red Dragon Lord.

Chapter 171 Davos's Visit
One of them was a letter from Lady Olenna, in which she spoke earnestly, mentioning that she had not anticipated Robert's sudden death at all, and that the current situation was undoubtedly a perfect opportunity in her opinion.

She promised that as long as Gavin married Margaery as queen, the Reach would be able to quickly recruit 50,000 troops at any time to fully support Gavin in seizing the Iron Throne.

Gavin fell into deep thought, and after a moment, he made a decision.

It would not be wise to act rashly at this time. Although he had already seized the initiative, King's Landing had now become a powder keg that could explode at any time. Various forces were fighting for it. Letting them consume each other's strength was the most appropriate choice.

Once the news of Gawain marrying Margaery gets out, Renly of the Stormlands is likely to change his original plan and no longer march towards King's Landing, which will undoubtedly disrupt his carefully planned chess game.

Gavin slowly put down the letter in his hand, raised his head slightly, and his eyes turned to Daenerys beside him.

Daenerys is like a blooming flower, beautiful and moving, and her purple eyes are like deep lakes.

Gavin asked softly, "Did Coben send back any information?" His voice was low and gentle, with a hint of imperceptible urgency.

Daenerys shook her head slightly after hearing this, her long hair like a silver waterfall swaying slightly with her movements. "Not yet. The news from the Stepstones is too far to get here, so there is a huge delay."

Gavin frowned slightly, and his fingers tapped the table unconsciously, making a rhythmic sound, as if it was a metronome for his inner thoughts. He was thinking about various possibilities and analyzing the possible impact of every subtle change on the situation.

"Do you want to know about the Iron Islands or Essos?" Daenerys looked at Gavin with a questioning look in her eyes. Her eyes always followed Gavin, as if he was her whole world.

Gavin smiled after hearing this, his smile was full of confidence and calmness, as if everything was under his control. "It is very likely that Balon of the Iron Islands will declare himself king. I just want to check the intelligence to verify it. I really need to know the intelligence from Essos. The merchant governors of the free trade cities are always cunning and never honest."

Looking at Daenerys who frowned slightly, Gavin patted her hand gently.

He continued: "Don't worry, Daenerys. The Iron Throne is there. One day, we will take it back. I guess Tywin Lannister will not fail so easily, and Renly and Robb's march will not be so smooth. This game of thrones has just begun."

Daenerys nodded slightly after hearing this. She leaned in Gavin's arms, feeling his warmth and strength.

Her eyes were full of trust and love, and she whispered, "Well, I believe you, Gavin. You have brought me back to Dragonstone, and I believe you will bring me back to King's Landing sooner or later." In Gavin's arms, Daenerys seemed to have found a safe haven.

On the west side of the Narrow Sea, near the Black Island, the Belleris and five sailing ships had just replenished their fresh water.

In the captain's cabin, sunlight shone through the porthole onto the wooden floor, creating a warm glow.

Hassan was leaning over the desk, writing attentively. The feather pen in his hand occasionally moved across the paper, making a slight rustling sound.

The clerk at the side stood up straight and reported in an orderly manner on the blockade of the waterway, interception of merchant ships and collection of taxes.

Over the past month, the Stepstones Fleet has completely established its position on the Narrow Sea. The fleet's warships are sailing majestically on the surface of the Narrow Sea. No passing merchant ships dare to resist. Even the Lannister Fleet and White Harbor Fleet flew around them from a distance and were unwilling to contact them.

Gavin's title of "King of the Narrow Sea" is completely worthy of its name. From south to north, all ships sailing on the Narrow Sea have the permission of the King of the Narrow Sea. Although Hassan has been very busy during this period, there is a trace of satisfaction and pride on his face.

Just then, a rapid knock on the door broke the silence in the room.

The soldier at the gate reported: "Sir, there is a man named Davos with his son, claiming to be your friend and wants to see you."

After hearing this, Hassan put down the pen in his hand, and his thoughts instantly went back to the time when Gavin had just captured the Stone Steps Islands.

At that time, the Stepstones and the Royal Fleet had a honeymoon period, and the two sides worked together to eliminate pirates.

The people involved in the collaboration were Hassan and Davos. The two knew each other at that time, admired each other, and became friends. However, later on, Gavin's relationship with the Iron Throne deteriorated sharply, and the two sides lost contact.

Thinking of Davos' current situation, since he came to him, he must have been in trouble. Thinking of this, Hassan decided to meet him.

He said calmly, "Go and invite Ser Davos and his son in. Be polite."

Hassan then asked all the servants and clerks in the captain's room to leave.

After a while, the guard led Davos and his son into the captain's room.

Davos looked very embarrassed, his clothes were ragged, his hair was messy, and his face was tired and vicissitudes.

His son followed closely beside him, his eyes full of anxiety and tension.

As soon as Hassan saw Davos, a sincere and happy smile immediately appeared on his face. He strode forward and hugged Davos warmly regardless of his embarrassment. He said, "Long time no see, Ser Davos."

Davos was stunned at first, then responded with a smile: "Yes, it's been many years, Commander Hassan, your achievements today are truly amazing." But there was some bitterness in his smile.

Hassan patted him on the shoulder and said, "I have a general understanding of your current situation. If you need any help from me, just tell me." As he said that, he personally poured a glass of summer red for Davos, and asked Davos' son to sit down and poured him the same glass.

Davos looked at the wine glass in his hand. The red liquid rippled slightly in the transparent glass, as if reflecting their complicated fate. Hassan's power and status were no longer the same as before.

As Gavin's earliest and most trusted subordinate, Hassan now controls the world's largest fleet, with his reputation spanning both sides of the Narrow Sea.

Even though he was usually servile in front of Gavin, when he was outside, even the Grand Lord of Tyrosh had to respectfully call him "Commander-in-Chief". The governors of the free trade cities that depended on sea transportation were the same, fearing that they would anger Hassan and be beaten, and dared not go out to sea.

Davos drank the summer red in his cup in one gulp, and then said solemnly: "Commander Hassan, considering our past friendship, I hope to ask you for a favor."

(End of this chapter)