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Chapter 1: The Letter

Scene 1: The Arrival of the Letter

Dragonstone Castle. Rhaenyra Targaryen, the firstborn child of King Viserys I, stands at her solar window, watching her sons Jace and Luke (9 and 7 years old respectively) train in the yard under Daemon’s instructions. She gently bounces baby Joffrey in her arms, though her mind was far away. The death of Harwin still haunts her, the bittersweet ache of lost love mingling with relief that she now had Daemon with her. A knock at the door shakes Rhaenyra from her reverie. Maester Gerardys enters, looking grim as he extends a scroll bearing the king's seal. Rhaenyra didn’t expect it. With a growing sense of dread, she read her father's furious words. Viserys denounced her deceit, threatened to disinherit her and her sons at the vengeful urging of Otto Hightower and Corlys Velaryon. Corlys grew vengeful after his son Laenor was killed and he believed it was Daemon who organized his murder to marry Rhaenyra. Corlys went to the king and publicly demanded to admit his sons bastards as sons of late Harwin Strong and not Laenor’s.

The parchment slipps from Rhaenyra’s trembling fingers as the devastating implications set in. Seven save her, they knew. Somehow the old men had learned her darkest secret, one that could ruin her sons and dash all hope of a woman ever sitting the Iron Throne. She had to tell Daemon.

Scene 2: The decision to travel to King’s Landing

She waits until Daemon comes to her chambers and relays the contents of the letter, and Daemon’s fury becomes palpable. Rhaenyra and Daemon realize that they have no choice but to travel to King’s Landing and confront the accusations head-on. Rhaenyra is anxious. Daemon is boiling with seething anger towards Otto Hightower and Corlys Velaryon. Gathering her sons, Rhaenyra immediately set sail for King’s Landing, while Daemon flew on his dragon as it was much sooner.

Scene 3:
Upon his arrival at the Red Keep, Daemon immediately went to appeal to his first cousin, Princess Rhaenys, who has arrived with her husband, Lord Corlys. But her deep bitterness and anger towards him still festered like an open wound, about him being a bad husband to her late daughter Laena and her belief he organized a murder of her son Laenor. She accuses him of never truly loving Laena and refuses to even grant an audience, leaving Daemon to pace the corridors in impotent rage as all his pleas fell on deaf ears. Corlys arrived and all but threw Daemon out of the guest wing, only household guards prevented a bloodshed. Daemon had never felt so powerless, so unable to protect those he loved. When Rhaenyra arrived, he could only shake his head in defeat. They would stand alone against the vipers of the court.
Daemon wants to go the city to listen to rumors but the Kingsguard members inform him he is to stay in his chambers until the trial.

Chapter 2:

Scene 1: Turning Point #1 - The Disinheritance

Next evening Rhaenyra arrives with her sons and immediately calls to the king despite a late time. King Viserys informs Rhaenyra and Daemon of Corlys’ demands to disinherit Rhaenyra for giving birth to bastards and committing high treason. Otto and lord Larys Strong provided the letters who allegedly confirmed the illicit affair between Rhaenyra and Harwin and his paternity of her sons. Rhaenyra argues they are false but Viserys shakes his head. The situation is too dire, he is helpless to fight all rumors, Otto and Corlys made sure the whole court knows now. No lords would accept Rhaenyra now as their monarch and proud Corlys demands compensation for the humiliation.

Viserys' face is etched with profound sorrow, yet resolute. Rhaenyra feels the world crumbling around her as her father declared she and her sons would be stripped of their rights and titles and banished. Daemon seethed as Viserys commanded him to surrender his custody of Baela and Rhaena. His girls would become wards of Rhaenys and Corlys, more leverage for the Sea Snake. As a final gift to his once-favorite child, the king gives her a written decree legitimizing Rhaenyra's three eldest as Targaryens so they won’t be bastards.

Scene 2: The Ancestral Sword

The blow had yet to fully register before another cruel twist of the knife - Otto enters the council chamber with a smug smile and demands Daemon to surrender the ancestral Valyrian steel sword Dark Sister. Incensed at this final insult, Daemon gripped its hilt and dared anyone to take it by force. As Ser Criston started forward, Rhaenyra shot him a venomous glare. Viserys quickly forbade any bloodshed in his hall, and Rhaenyra, Daemon, and their children are escorted from the Red Keep. Escorted from the Red Keep under guard, Rhaenyra felt only numbness. In three days, they must abandon the only home they had ever known, exiled forever across the narrow sea.

Scene 3: Preparing for Exile

With time running out, Rhaenyra and Daemon begin making arrangements for their exile. A few loyal servants vowed to accompany them - including Maester Gerardys, his wise counsel a light in the darkness. Rhaenyra carefully selected books to continue the boys' education, a few dragon eggs to birth new mounts, and what few treasures she was allowed to take to finance their uncertain future. They decided to seek refuge in Volantis, where Targaryen Princess Saera (Daemon’s aunt) dwelled. Hey decided that servants and children will sail while Rhaenyra and Daemon will fly ahead to Volantis on their dragons and organize everything.

As Rhaenyra bid farewell to Dragonstone, she dared to hope this could be the start of a new life for her sons. She would find a way forward from the ashes of her dreams. To accept defeat was to ensure it.

Chapter 3: The Exile

Scene 1: Arrival in Volantis

At first, they plan to visit Pentos but prefer to avoid questions and turn to the south. Upon their arrival in Volantis, Rhaenyra and Daemon are greeted warmly by Princess Saera, who welcomes them into her palace and listens to their story. Being an exile herself, she feels sympathy for their case but expresses skepticism whether Rhaenyra will survive in exile. The nobles of Volantis are eager to have a family of dragonriders in their midst, and Daemon quickly establishes himself as an honorable protector of the city. Rhaenyra, meanwhile, focuses on securing a safe future for her family and begins to accept her fate. Surrounded by orange trees and exotic birds, it was not Westeros, but it was peaceful. As she watched Daemon play with her boys, she dared to hope this could be the start of their new life.

Scene 2: The Birth of Aegon

A year later, Rhaenyra gave birth to a son - hers and Daemon's first trueborn child together. As she cradled little Aegon, tears of joy streamed down her cheeks. Daemon gently touched the babe's tiny hand, his face softening.
"Our prince," he murmured. "The Valyrians and Ghiscari built empires from less."
Rhaenyra smiled wearily. "Let us simply build a life first."
The arrival of the new baby brings hope and joy to the exiled family, and Daemon’s ambition grows as he hears rumors of unrest in the Stepstones and Volantis’ frequent fights with pirates who block the trade routes. He begins to see an opportunity to carve out a new kingdom for themselves amidst the chaos.

Scene 3: The Seeds of a Plan

One balmy night, as Rhaenyra and Daemon dined in the breezy courtyard with their family, talk turned to hopes and dreams. Daemon admitted his desire to retake his former title as King of the Narrow Sea and rule the Stepstones once more. Rhaenyra turned the idea over carefully in her mind. Perhaps Daemon's ambition could provide the security they craved. With her dragons and Saera's support, they just might be able to pull it off. They decide to seize the opportunity to build a new kingdom in the Stepstones, using their dragons and the support of the Volantene nobles to establish their dominance.

Chapter 4: The Makeshift War Council

Scene 1: Assessing Allies and Resources

Daemon and Rhaenyra establish a makeshift war council, consisting of their most trusted advisors and allies. They assess their resources, including their two dragons, the support of the Volantene nobles, and the aid of Saera Targaryen. They realize that they will need to gather more allies and mercenaries if they are to succeed in their quest for a new kingdom. The leaders of Volantis agree to aid Daemon in exchange for trade preferences in the future. Rhaenyra and Daemon approach Saera Targaryen, asking for her support in their quest for a new kingdom. Saera, who has always been fond of her cousin Rhaenyra, agrees to provide them with troops, ships, and resources from Volantis. With Saera’s backing, Rhaenyra and Daemon feel more confident in their ability to succeed in their endeavor.

Scene 2: Training the Next Generation

During the next weeks Daemon begins training Rhaenyra’s young sons, Jace and Luke, who are 11 and 9 years old, in the art of combat and dragon riding. He emphasizes their role in the future of their new kingdom and instills in them the values of loyalty and bravery. Rhaenyra watched with equal parts pride and anxiety as her sons progressed in their training, knowing that their skills could mean the difference between victory and defeat. But they were Targaryens - the blood of the dragon ran strong in their veins. Meanwhile Daemon is preparing his small army and fleet.

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A few months later, Daemon arrived at the Stepstones with Caraxes and a fleet of ships carrying their assembled forces. Signs of a recent battle scarred the islands - burnt sails, corpses bobbing in the tide, fresh blood soaked into the sand. Someone had been here first. Daemon and his army make their war camp and investigate several of the islands. Surveying the fractured isles, Daemon clenched his fist, envisioning the kingdom waiting to be built from these rocks. With most of the enemy forces likely gone, this was their chance to lay claim to the islands.

Chapter 5: The Challenge

Scene 1: Pinch Point #1 - Corlys’ Fleet

In the weeks after securing their foothold, a new threat emerged - the banners of House Velaryon spotted on the horizon, accompanied by a vast naval fleet. Daemon's face tightened in recognition. It was Corlys, returned to reclaim the islands for himself. The wily Sea Snake would never tolerate losing control of the vital trade waters. Daemon realized he must confront his former ally directly if he hoped to maintain dominance of the Stepstones.

Scene 2: The Meeting with Corlys

Daemon meets with Corlys for negotiations. The old seahorse looked weary, yet determination still burned in his eyes. He revealed he had legitimized his bastard sons as Velaryons to continue his lineage after losing Laenor. Alyn would be a captain of his fleet while Addam had been named heir to the Driftwood Throne. Furthermore, Corlys had betrothed Baela Targaryen to Addam, despite Rhaenys' fury. Rhaena is betrothed to Daeron. Daemon bristled with quiet rage at Corlys presuming control over his daughter's fate. Corlys reminded him they were his granddaughters and his wards.
The negotiations ended in bitterness, with battle on the horizon.

Scene 3: The Battle for the Stepstones

Daemon rallies the Volantene troops and his own forces, determined to drive Corlys from the Stepstones. Daemon’s dragon, Caraxes, proves to be a decisive factor, as it burned the largest ship of Corlys’ fleet. The Blood Wyrm tore through the Velaryon ships with devastating fury, flames lighting up the night sky. Watching his flagship burn, Corlys ordered his maimed fleet to disengage, conceding bloody victory to Daemon. For now, the Stepstones belonged to the Rogue Prince.
But as he surveyed the wreckage left in Caraxes' wake, a messenger arrived with dire news - Rhaenyra's ship had been attacked en route to the Stepstones. Syrax, flying after her ship, got several arrows in her wings but is relatively alright.

Scene 4: Twist #1 - The Dark Plot

Daemon flies to the small port town where Rhaenyra stopped to check on her. Rhaenyra and Daemon are shaken. They soon discover that the pirates had been sent by Westerosi agents, revealing a far-reaching conspiracy against them. And they think that one of their servants or allies betrayed them. Rhaenyra, determined to protect her family and new kingdom, orders a crackdown on security. Daemon leads a meeting, discussing how to root out the spies and traitors within their midst. But despite their efforts, they still can’t find the real source.

Chapter 6: The Assassination Attempt

Scene 1: The new life

In the years that followed, Rhaenyra and Daemon devoted themselves to building their domain into a true kingdom. Daemon was crowned as the King of Narrow Sea but he made Rhaenyra his co-ruler, not just a consort. She has significant power, takes part in his council and has her own duties

They constructed a thriving port, farmlands, shipyards, and a formidable citadel of black stone, Dragonhold. uring the years Rhaenyra has 5 more children with Daemon, 3 boys and 2 girls: Baelon, Visenya and Gaemon, Daemion, Aemma. Dornish Prince starts negotiations about trade deals.

When word came that Viserys had passed, leaving the throne to his son Aegon II, Rhaenyra felt a pang of grief. Grimmer still were rumors that Aegon's brother, Aemond, meant to seize her islands with his dragon, Vhagar. Their haven seemed increasingly imperiled.

Scene 2: The Pirate Uprising

Ominous signs of growing unrest emerged across the islands. Pirate raids became more brazen, igniting panic amongst the smallfolk. Daemon led Rhaenyra’s teenage sons Jace and Luke to quell an uprising on Bloodstone, but it was clear a permanent solution was needed to stabilize their domain. After crushing the last of the insurrection, Jace voiced an idea - offering pensions and small tracts of land to retired pirates in exchange for defending the islands against raiders. Rhaenyra considered her son thoughtfully, pride mixing with melancholy. Her little boy had become a man - and a wise leader.

"A clever notion," she said. Perhaps such shrewd diplomacy could secure their rule more effectively than sword and dragonfire alone. Daemon agreed with Jace’s plan too.

Scene 3: to be determined.

Chapter 7: The Hand of the King

Scene 1: The Midpoint - Aemond’s Ambitions
Several moons later, ominous tidings reached Rhaenyra's ears - Aemond had been named Hand of the King. The implications of his growing power and proximity to the throne made her blood run cold. Aemond's lust for conquest was no secret. As Hand, he would undoubtedly accelerate his plans to subjugate the Stepstones.

Rhaenyra knew she must act swiftly to shore up support and fortify her defenses. She arranged betrothals between her sons and the daughters of powerful allies - the Prince of Pentos and the the Sealord of Braavos. Rhaenyra seeks the counsel of her cousin Saera, who has extensive knowledge of the political landscape of Essos. Together, they discuss the various options for alliances and the potential consequences of each choice. Saera advises caution, as any misstep could have dire consequences for their fragile new kingdom.

Scene 2: The Schism

A few months later Rhaenyra was discussing plans with Daemon and her sons when an unexpected visitor was announced - Ser Laenor Velaryon. Shock rippled through the hall as the man she had thought dead for six years strode into view. Before she could demand answers, Laenor knelt and professed enduring loyalty to Daemon and Rhaenyra. He explains he decided to reclaim his dragon from Driftmark and briefly returned home under cover. The tough talk with his mother Rhaenys who thought his dead for the last years. He refused to return to Westeros and hoped to settle on Bloodstone as Rhaenyra’s advisor.

Jace and Luke, feeling betrayed and manipulated by their parents, leave the court and temporarily move to another island. Laenor’s appearance creates tension between him, Rhaenyra and Daemon. Laenor tries to explain his disappearance to Jace and Luke but boys are upset and don’t trust him. Haltingly, they gave voice to their anger and bewilderment at his deception. The sons feel betrayed by years of lies.

Scene 3: The Gathering of Allies

Rhaenyra and Daemon host a gathering of potential allies (Prince of Pentos, the Sealord of Braavos and several nobles of Volantis), hoping to secure their support against the growing threat from Westeros. They present their case, emphasizing the benefits of alliance, trade benefits and the potential consequences of inaction as Aegon II and his faction present a common threat for them and with his inner family rift, Aegon II may be tempted to send his brothers to fight in Essos. They outlined the mutual benefits of an alliance against the belligerence of the Iron Throne under Aegon II. Most guests were swayed by their appeals, offering tentative pledges of support if conflict erupted with Westeros. However, they also know that they must be cautious, as not all attendees can be trusted.

"Pretty words butter no bread," Daemon warned Rhaenyra. "We must prepare to stand alone."
Rhaenyra knew Daemon's cynicism was not unfounded. Yet if words could spare bloodshed, she must try. War would come sooner or later. All they could do was weather the storm as best they were able.

Chapter 8: The Sabotage

Scene 1: The Complication - Dornish Spies

Following the gathering, Jace presented alarming evidence to his parents - a coded letter from Sunspear he had intercepted on a trade ship, urging agents to sabotage the conference. The Martells clearly aimed to weaken Rhaenyra's alliances, though their full motives remained shadowed.
Jace insisted they retaliate decisively against this provocation. But Rhaenyra forbade anything that could be construed as aggression towards Dorne.

Scene 2: to be determined

Scene 3: The Debate

Daemon and Rhaenyra confront the strained loyalty among their sons, with Jace and Lucerys voicing their disillusionment. 17 year old Jace and 15 year old Luke decide to leave their mother’s court and become mercenaries.

Chapter 9: The Pre-emptive Strike

Scene 1: Twist #2 - The Eggs

The next year proved to be very tense, spies informed Daemon and Rhaenyra that Aegon II faced growing civil unrest, his brother Aemond was more popular plus he was supported by Baratheons.
On top of that, Velaryons had their own issues with the crown. Addam, Corlys’ heir claimed a young dragon Grey Ghost despite the king Aegon II prohibition for all non-Targs to ride dragons.

arrives revealing that Aemond’s forces are plotting to steal Rhaenyra’s dragon eggs. Still, a successful pre-emptive strike by Rhaenyra’s loyalists not only thwarts the plan but also captures some of the spies. These spies, under duress, divulge Aemond’s machinations, offering false hope that they might avert the war.

Scene 2: The Double Agents

Rhaenyra and Daemon implement a strategy to use the misled spies as double agents, seeding disinformation to Aemond’s camp. They hope that this will buy them time to prepare for the inevitable confrontation and give them an advantage in the coming battle.

Scene 3: The Training

Daemon intensifies the training of Rhaenyra’s sons, preparing them for the war that is sure to come. He emphasizes the importance of unity, loyalty, and strategy, knowing that their success will depend on their ability to work together as a cohesive unit.

Chapter 10: The Major Setback

Scene 1: The Turning Point 2 - The Assassination Attempt

Despite their previous victory, Rhaenyra faces a major setback when she survives a successful attempt on her life, which almost claims her. Meanwhile, Prince Aemond goes public with false accusations against Rhaenyra, rallying support from other Westerosi lords and calling for open conflict.

Scene 2: The Retreat

In response to the growing threat, Rhaenyra and Daemon are forced to retreat to Volantis, where they hope to regroup and gather more allies. Their problem is that they had only three large dragons, and several young, weak in a battle. So they had to plan their defence very carefully.

They know that they must act quickly if they hope to have any chance of defeating Aemond and reclaiming their kingdom.

Scene 3: The Rallying Cry

Rhaenyra addresses her remaining loyalists, delivering a powerful speech that inspires them to continue the fight for their new kingdom. She emphasizes the importance of their cause and the sacrifices they have made, reminding them that they are fighting for their family, their legacy, and their right to rule.

Chapter 11: The Climax

Scene 1: The Final Push

With their forces regrouped and their resolve strengthened, Rhaenyra and Daemon launch a final assault on Aemond’s forces, determined to reclaim their kingdom and secure their family’s future. The battle is fierce, with both sides suffering heavy losses.

Scene 2: The Dragon’s Roar

Caraxes, Daemon’s dragon, plays a crucial role in the battle, as it decimates Aemond’s forces and turns the tide in Rhaenyra’s favor. With their enemies in retreat, Rhaenyra and Daemon secure their victory and reclaim their kingdom.

Scene 3: The Aftermath

In the aftermath of the battle, Rhaenyra and Daemon survey the devastation and access the losses. However, they also celebrate their hard-won victory and the survival of their family. They know the road ahead will be difficult, but they are determined to rebuild their kingdom and ensure a lasting legacy for their children.

Chapter 12: The Legacy

Scene 1: The New Order

With the threat from Westeros neutralized, Rhaenyra and Daemon focus on rebuilding their kingdom and establishing a new order. They raise their children to be good dragonriders. Jace and Luke are

Scene 2: The Coronation

Ten years later Rhaenyra and Daemon step down from their positions, content in the knowledge that they have secured a lasting legacy for their family. Rhaenyra and Daemon’s adult son, Aegon, is crowned as the new king of the Narrow Sea, signaling a new era of stability and prosperity for the new realm. Daemon proudly gives him the ancestral sword.
Their second son Baelon becomes his Hand.

Final Image Scene 3: The Uneasy Peace

As Rhaenyra and Daemon watch their grandchildren train and play in the courtyard, they know hat they have created a new kingdom, one that will endure for generations to come.

With an uneasy peace settled between Westeros and the Stepstones, Rhaenyra’s son Aegon, now a king, starts to make ambitious plans to conquer Westeros anew like it was done by his ancestor Aegon I. He The new King Jaehaerys II is weak and has just three dragons while Stepstones have now 7, plus Aegon hopes top call his older brothers Jace and Luke for help. Rhaenyra feels uneasy about her son’s plans, knowing it may lead to new deaths. Rhaenyra hopes for peace while Aegon already plots conquest anew, the cycle continuing.

Meanwhile, Jaehaerys II (son of Aegon II) is a lot like his grandfather Viserys I, timid and gullible, but a bit smarter and he hopes to find support among the Rhaenyra’s branch of Targaryens. The main branch of House Targaryen, led by Jaehaerys II, plans to negotiate betrothals to reunite the two branches as he has 2 young daughters.