Game of Thrones: The Road to Pirate King

Chapter 431 Victorion Greyjoy – Roya Remus

The banquet was held in a side hall of the Star Crown Palace, where glass lamps illuminated the hall as if it were daytime. On the long table, an extremely sumptuous feast was laid out, its aroma filling the air.

The cooking methods used in these dishes are quite different from the baking and stewing common in Westeros, or the rich and flavorful stews popular in Essos. They are brightly colored and full of wok hei (the smoky aroma imparted by a hot wok), representing authentic Chinese stir-fries from a distant memory. Whether it's the tender and fragrant Emerald Shrimp or the finely sliced ​​and crispy Fried Double Crispy Dishes, they all demonstrate an ultimate control over the heat.

Smooth and warm ivory chopsticks were placed on the table, their shape and texture exuding a rich oriental charm.

However, to accommodate the guests who were accustomed to eating large chunks of meat and drinking from large bowls, the palace staff thoughtfully prepared an extra set of heavy and sharp silver knives and forks for each of them. These were placed together with the exquisite porcelain plates, creating a subtle and harmonious cultural fusion.

Just as the palace servants were about to present Euron with the silver cutlery, he raised his hand to stop them, his gaze sweeping over the exquisite ivory chopsticks: "Give me a different pair of chopsticks; I'm used to these."

The palace attendant standing there was clearly taken aback for a moment, and looked at the Empress somewhat helplessly. After the Empress nodded slightly in acknowledgment, he hurriedly replaced Euron's chopsticks with a brand new pair of ivory chopsticks.

A hint of surprise flashed in Empress Nuya Remus's eyes. She gracefully picked up her chopsticks, her tone inquisitive: "This is truly unexpected. I never imagined that Lord Euron, the Lord of the Sea Beasts who commands respect across the four seas, would also know how to use the unique tableware of our Yi lands."

Upon hearing this, Youlun effortlessly picked up the chopsticks with his fingertips, his movements showing no sign of awkwardness. A gentle smile appeared on his face, as if he were discussing a trivial matter: "Although I am not old, I have a natural inclination to sail far and wide, to travel the world and see the different winds and cultures of various places. Naturally, I also admire the profound civilization of the Yi people and know a little about it."

The atmosphere at the banquet was subtle and solemn under the glass lamps.

There was no discussion of war, politics, or rule—it was like chatting with friends meeting for the first time, about everyday things, food, travel, and cooking.

At the dinner table, besides Queen Nuya Maxwell and her daughter sitting quietly to the side, as well as Roshorn and Euron who remained respectful throughout, there was another important guest at the banquet—Euron's third brother, Victorion Greyjoy.

In fact, Victorion Greyjoy was Euron's true protagonist at this dinner party.

After a few rounds of drinks, Euron naturally steered the conversation to his brother. He raised his glass, his gaze sweeping over the Queen, Roxanne, and their daughter, his voice booming with pride: "Tonight, please allow me to solemnly introduce my blood relative, the sharpest blade of the Iron Islands, my most relied-upon arm, my brother Victarion."

Euron then proceeded to recount his brother's extraordinary qualities to the assembled rulers of Thunder Island: "Victalion's bravery needs no further explanation; in countless boarding maneuvers, he was always the first to leap onto the enemy ship and the last to retreat; his wisdom is not reflected in the maester's scrolls, but rather in his precise grasp of the currents, winds, and opportunities of battle; his courage is beyond that of ordinary people, having once single-handedly navigated a longship across the Raging Straits, known as the 'ship graveyard'—"

Euron detailed Victalion's many illustrious achievements, from quelling the civil unrest in Westeros to overcoming numerous obstacles on the eastward campaign.

This introduction was both a display of kinship and a silent deterrent, making everyone present understand that the power of the Iron Islands did not belong to Euron alone.

Listening to his brother's undisguised praise, Viktorion Greyjoy, a warrior who remained unfazed even in the face of raging storms, now showed a rare hint of unease. A slight blush rose to his bronze face, and he felt a burning sensation. He instinctively tightened his grip on his wine glass, finding his brother's praise rather exaggerated, making him uneasy.

Euron's next words made the underlying purpose of the banquet crystal clear: "Furthermore, there is the most important point," Euron's voice carried a subtle hint of guidance, "my younger brother, who is about the same age as the princess, is still unmarried."

Euron paused slightly before continuing, "And like every member of our Greyjoy family, he owns and rides his own sea monster as a loyal guardian."

His gaze swept over the crowd, finally settling on the quiet girl. His voice was calm yet carried a decisive power: "This is me, Euron Greyjoy, and my promise to my family. This honor and power will also be inherited by my brother's future offspring."

The Queen and Luo Xiong exchanged a brief glance, and in an instant, they both fully understood the true meaning behind You Lun's words.

This is not a simple introduction, but a solemn arrangement regarding the future ruling structure of Raiden Island.

Euron's voice rang out again, breaking the brief silence with an undeniable resolve: "I will not remain on Thunder Isle for long. Once the situation stabilizes, this place will be governed jointly by my brother, Victorion Greyjoy, and your daughter."

This is a decision, not a proposal.

After hearing this, the Queen and Luo Xiong turned their gaze to Victalion, their eyes lingering on him for a moment with scrutiny, assessment, and a hint of acceptance of the future. There was no surprise, no rebuttal, only a slow, heavy nod.

Empress Nuya Remus leaned slightly in the flickering candlelight, her gaze gentle as she looked at the quiet girl beside her, and introduced her to the crowd in a clear voice: "I forgot to formally introduce you all earlier, this is my daughter, Roya Remus."

This simple introduction seemed to be the final footnote to the alliance that was about to be formed.

The Queen and Luo Xiong's explicit agreement signifies that the core of the old Lei Island dynasty has formally accepted this political marriage, bound by blood and territory, and concerning the future. A seemingly ordinary banquet has thus determined the fate of countless people and rewritten the entire landscape of eastern Yuhai.

After the meal, the servants cleared away the leftovers and served tea.

Euron, along with Queen Nuya and Luo Xiong, moved to a side hall and began to discuss in depth the specific management model and the establishment of a new system for Thunder Island's future, surrounded by a map and documents. Their conversation was about the transfer of power and the reshaping of order.

Under the same moonlight, in the winding corridors of the Crown Palace, Victalion Greyjoy and Roya Remus, bound by fate, strolled side by side.

The two stood a half-step apart, exchanging few words. Only the sea breeze, blowing through the pillars, carried the whispers of the distant tides, heralding the beginning of a new era.