Faced with such a surrender negotiation in Westeros, generally speaking, the winner will not refuse!
However, the negotiations between Robb and Davos ended shortly after.
At the beginning of the negotiations, Davos proposed a lot of miscellaneous surrender conditions, citing Stannis's head and the information about the wildfire stored in Robbstone's Drum Tower as his sincerity.
But Robb knew very well that these many surrender conditions were just smoke bombs that Davos could give up at any time for his real negotiation goal.
No nonsense of going back and forth with Davos,
Robb directly told Davos that he could spare the lives of Stannis's family, but the condition was that Shireen Baratheon must live alone in the Red Keep.
For this innocent little girl who was infected with greyscale but survived tenaciously, Robb had no idea of eradicating the disease.
Robb, who has a blood pact and is determined, is not the alcoholic King Robert. He can even spare Tommen and Myrcella, let alone Shireen.
However, in order to prevent some people from having inappropriate thoughts, and to protect the king's bloodline from being used by evil spellcasters, he decided to put Shireen in his sights.
Hearing Robb's straightforward answer, Davos, who was about to bargain, was stunned for a moment, hesitating and not knowing how to respond.
Then after Robb promised to treat Shireen fairly and let her grow up normally like a noble lady, Davos nodded in agreement and turned to Roland on the inner city wall and shouted, asking him to take all the Dragonstone defenders with him
Come out and surrender.
Davos had no doubts about Robb's empty promises, because Robb's reputation for keeping his promises had already spread throughout the Seven Kingdoms.
This is the benefit of establishing your own people in Westeros, where honor is valued!
Roland, who was usually taciturn but extremely loyal, did not want to surrender, but Stannis gave him final orders before going to see Davos.
Bang, bang!
The defenders of Dragonstone lined up and filed out of the inner city gate. They threw all their weapons on the ground behind the inner city gate, and followed the guidance of the ironmen and stood on both sides of the inner city wall.
Roland and his group were the last to come out of the inner city gate. Beside him on the left were Selyse Florent, who looked like an ordinary woman, and Shireen Baratheon, who was hiding behind her mother because of fear.
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On the right are several Dragonstone defenders who are carefully carrying wildfire barrels.
As Westeros has been at war for more than a year, wildfire, gold juice and other methods have become popular.
However, due to the small amount of wildfire collected by Stannis, he did not use it in the war, but thought of dying with the enemies who invaded the Stone Drum Tower at the last moment.
Although I don’t know how he figured it out, thankfully the Stone Drum Tower, a castle built with Valyrian masonry technology, has been preserved.
After that, it was time to search for the loot. For such a good job, Robb naturally asked Theon to take his ironmen into the inner city to search.
Except for those who were seriously injured and unable to move and those who were guarding the captives, the rest of the Ironborn were all sent out by him to join the Redwyne family soldiers in searching for the cave where the Children of the Forest once collected obsidian...
After giving all the orders, Robb took Bloodwind and accompanied by Davos to visit this very unique castle.
Finally, Robb came to the Picture Table Hall at the top of the Stone Drum Tower and looked at the extremely detailed map of Westeros.
Not long after, Theon came to the Picture Table Hall to report the results of the search to him. Unlike previous wars, the loot in this Dragonstone War was very small, with a total value of no more than 10,000 gold dragons.
After repeated defeats, Stannis, who finally relied on loans from the Iron Bank, was living in the same embarrassment as he had been in the North at the beginning.
But there is good news after this. The cave for collecting obsidian was easily found. The obsidian reserves inside are astonishing and very conducive to mining.
Immediately, Robb arranged for Earl Paxter to lead the Redwyne family soldiers to take over the captives to mine obsidian, while Selyse Florent and Roland Storm worked with him as the captive foremen.
As for Davos and Shireen, Robb is planning to bring them back to King's Landing. Davos is a very suitable diplomat, and with Shireen's weakness, he is not afraid of his unwillingness to work hard.
While returning to King's Landing, Robb taught Theon how to deal with the island leaders when he returns to the Iron Islands.
After the Battle of Dragonstone, Yara's strength was greatly weakened. Even with the addition of a group of ironmen attracted by Euron, they were far from Theon's opponent.
After all, the total population of the Iron Islands is only that large, and most of the combatable Ironborn are in the Iron Fleet.
A few days later, after returning Robb and others to the Blackwater River dock in King's Landing, Theon immediately returned to the Iron Islands with the Iron Fleet.
Time passed quickly for nearly a month, and the seven post-war countries began to carry out reconstruction, resumption of production and other work in an orderly manner.
A large number of blacksmiths from the Steel Street in King's Landing were sent to Dragonstone to make weapons from the mined obsidian on the spot.
At the same time, all kinds of information about Westeros were gathered in King's Landing, screened and reported to Robb.
More than a month later, hundreds of Iron Fleet captains blocked the entire seaport of King's Harbor.
In fact, from King's Landing to Pyke, according to the sailing speed of the Iron Fleet longship, they should have arrived long ago. But Theon stopped and enjoyed himself along the way. He stopped at Sunspear and Old Town for several days.
It seemed that he already knew that Theon would return to Pyke City today. Euron and the leaders of the Iron Islands were already waiting at the dock of King's Harbor.
"Hey, my dear nephew and niece, welcome back to Pyke Island!"
As soon as he saw Theon and Yara landing at the dock, Euron, who was wearing an eyepatch, spoke to them like a master.
"Isn't this my uncle who has been expelled for several years? Just come back, otherwise we would have thought you died outside!"
Looking at Euron who was smiling, Theon taunted him with a smile.
"Thank you for your concern, but my life is very hard!
In the past few years, I have sailed the entire known world with Serenity, and even Valyria, which looks like the end of the world, cannot kill me!"
How could Euron be so simply mocked by Theon? He smiled and loudly recounted his glorious sailing history.
"Haha, anyone can tell lies. Even if I say that you spent the past few years hiding in a shabby brothel, no one can confirm it, right?"...
"Hey, want to confirm what I said? This is easy!
Come with me to Essos, from Iban in the Shivering Sea to Asshai in the Land of Shadows, and whoever sees my sails will pray!"
Hearing Theon's disparaging words, Euron shook his head and spoke loudly with pride.
"Hmph, thank you uncle and the leaders for coming to greet us, but I am a little tired after the long voyage, so I will go back to Pike City first!"
Seeing that Euron didn't look like he was lying, Theon snorted and prepared to return to Pike City.
"Theon Greyjoy, today the leaders and I are here to question your qualifications to ascend the throne of Seastone! We demand that the kingsmoot be held again to choose the true King of the Iron Islands!"
Seeing that Xion wanted to leave, Euron directly spoke out his true purpose loudly.
"That's ridiculous! Can you question my qualifications? Do you want to hold the king election again? Tell me why first!"
Hearing Euron's words, Theon thought that everything was just as Robb expected. He was not afraid of Euron and others' attempts to force him into the palace and asked directly.
“According to the laws of the Iron Islands established by the great Drowned God priest ‘White Staff’ Garen, the results of the Kingsmoot affected by special reasons can be declared illegal. There have been similar cases in the history of the iron race.
The last king selection will be influenced by Robb Stark, and we have the right to declare it illegal!"
After hearing Theon's words, next to Euron, one of the most influential leaders on Great Wyk Island, Gerold Gubler, stood up and answered loudly.
"Yes, leader Ge Ode is right!"
"The last kingsmoot had no candidates except Theon Greyjoy. It was not legal at all!"
"Restart the King Selection, and I want to compete this time!"
As soon as Leader Geode finished speaking, the leaders of other islands also started making noises, claiming that the last King Selection was illegal and demanding that it be held again.
Seeing the many leaders who openly defied him, Theon had a very complicated expression on his face. He thought that he had not treated them badly in the past year or so. He would eat meat together when they had it, but he never expected that he would not be able to feed them well after all.
Things always have to be seen from two sides. This is true from Theon's perspective, but it is completely different from the perspective of the leaders.
When Theon successfully ascended to the position of King of the Iron Islands, in addition to the strong threat of Robb's army approaching the border, the prospect of plundering the Westerlands he promised was also an important reason.
It can be said that following Robb's army was the option that best served the interests of these Ironborn!
But the situation is different now, Robb has ascended the Iron Throne, and the Seven Kingdoms are gradually returning to their former peace.
And Theon still surrenders to him, then wouldn’t the Iron Islands and the Seven Kingdoms become friendly forces? Now the Ironborn are indeed very wealthy after continuous plunder.
But how can the Ironborn survive when they have no place to plunder until their wealth is exhausted?
In the eyes of the leaders, Euron's request to reopen the King's Selection is in line with their current interests.
Moreover, they are still hypnotizing themselves in their hearts, which is also for the future of the iron race!
According to Xion's past temper, he would never call someone to take action regardless of the current occasion.
But with Robb's instructions, and faced with Euron and others who were well-reasoned, he nodded directly and agreed with great grace, indicating that the king-selection meeting would be held again at the 'Naga's Rib' on Old Wyk Island tomorrow...
Hearing Theon's words, the leaders of the islands beamed with joy and began to celebrate, while Euron pursed his blue lips and looked at Theon with his right eye.
Then Theon returned to Pike City with Ramsay and other confidants, and the island leaders left one after another and returned to their own islands to prepare for the King Selection.
Night fell quietly, and Yara, wrapped in a hooded robe, quietly boarded the Serenity.
In the luxurious and comfortable captain's cabin of the Serenity, two girls wearing transparent gauze clothes that showed off their seductive figures were pouring wine and peeling fruit for the undressed Euron.
"Yara, my most beloved niece. As agreed, you must fully support me in the King Selection tomorrow!"
Seeing Yara coming in, Euron didn't mean to hide it at all, he smiled and said to her directly.
After hearing this, Yara did not answer, but instead focused on the two girls beside him.
"Are you worried that they will reveal our secret? Open your mouth and let her see!"
Of course Euron understood what he meant and turned his head directly to the two girls.
The two beautiful girls opened their mouths when they heard this, and all the tongues in their mouths were cut off, which looked a little oozing.
"They are illiterate and their tongues have been cut by me a long time ago. You can just say it with confidence!"
"Of course I will abide by the agreement, but Xion's reaction today was a bit abnormal.
Moreover, after the Battle of Dragonstone, the Ironborn under my command suffered heavy losses. However, the troops under his command were well preserved.
If the results of tomorrow's King Selection are not in line with Theon's wishes, he will take action forcefully, and all the forces on our side combined will not be their opponent."
Seeing the tragic situation of the two girls, Yara frowned slightly, and then opened her mouth to answer Euron.
"Hey, you don't need to be overly concerned about this. Trust me, everything will go as planned tomorrow!"
Euron tilted his head and took a sip of the blue drink brought to his mouth by a girl, and replied to Yara with a confident expression.
"Well, I hope you can fulfill your promise in the future, uncle!"
"Of course, my goal is the position of King of the Seven Kingdoms. The position of King of the Iron Islands will be yours soon!
But before that, I will lead the ironborn to restore the ancient path! After all, our clan language is 'Strength is better than hard work'
Humph, Theon is now leading the Ironborn to live on the charity of Robb Stark!"
"Yes, this is also an important reason why I firmly oppose him!"
"Don't worry, everything will be back to normal after tomorrow!"
In the dark night of Pyke Island, not only Euron and Yara are plotting, but many people are also plotting various things.
Pike City, Castle Hall.
"King Xion, although Euron has the support of the veteran leaders of each island, the King's Selection will determine the position of Seastone based on the Iron Captain's vote.
Most of the captains in the Iron Fleet are loyal to you, so you don’t have to worry about tomorrow’s results!”
Theon was sitting on the Seastone Seat, and Ramsay was standing below with a trademark smile on his face, reporting the current situation to him.
"Very good, Ramsay. But don't forget the captain on Yara's side!"
After listening to Ramsay's words, Theon nodded and praised him and then reminded him...
"You're right to remind me, but of course I can't forget them.
After the last battle on Dragonstone, many Iron Captains who were loyal to her died. Even if the two of them put together, there is no way they could defeat us!"
Ramsay nodded when he heard this, and then immediately answered.
"Well, Ramsay, you did a good job. After tomorrow, you will become the most powerful person in the Iron Islands besides me!"
"Hey, thanks to King Xion for cultivating it, by the way. You and I have found something new this time, do you want to try it?"
"Forget it, tomorrow's matters are very important. I need to rest early to recuperate my energy. You go down first!"
"As you command!"
This night full of conspiracy gradually passed, and the rising sun rose from the sea the next day.
‘Naga’s Ribs’ is also known as Naga Hill. Naga is the world’s first sea dragon. After it was killed by the Gray Sea King, its remains turned into fossils.
Standing on Naga Hill, you can see the forty-four huge fossil ribs emerging from the ground, like huge white tree trunks. They are as thick and thin as the mast of a large sailboat and twice as tall as the mast.
Early in the morning, hundreds of iron captains came to the Gray Sea King's Hall on Naga Hill. This is the official venue for the King Selection and the coronation and baptism of the new king.
Last time, in order to save time, Robb held Theon's coronation and baptism directly near King's Harbor, which was actually very illegal.
The sun gradually rose, and all the important people including Theon and Euron were present.
The second Iron Islands King Selection began. At the beginning, several veteran leaders gave some competitive speeches with some relatively valuable gifts.
When Euron came on stage, he was wearing scales that were as black as smoke but looked as light as a thin silk shirt.
The edges of this extraordinary-looking scale armor are red gold and sparkle when Euron moves around. The scales are also engraved with whorls, runes and mysterious symbols.
As soon as he reached the top of Naga Hill, Euron, who was glowing under the sunlight, shouted loudly:
"All the Ironborn in the Iron Islands, what I am wearing is the last piece of Valyrian steel scale armor in the world. I brought it from the fireworks ruins of Valyria.
In addition to it, I also brought out many precious gifts today. Kids, bring the boxes up and open them!"
As Euron finished speaking, the mute crew members of the Serenity brought up huge boxes one by one and opened them.
The chest is full of rare treasures, in addition to some Valyrian steel daggers, and the strangest thing is a strange horn with a twisted appearance.
This howler is six feet long (approximately 1.83 meters) from head to toe, covered in black light and streaked with stripes of red gold and Valyrian black steel, making it look extremely extraordinary.
"Ironborn, have you seen it? Except for me, no living person dares to set foot on the land there. This is the best proof for my exploration of the world.
This horn is the legendary Dragon's Horn, and the stripes on its surface are engraved with ancient magic symbols. The ancient dragon kings of Valyria blew the same horn until the end.
Through it, ironborn, I can make dragons obey my call!
And now, I already know the location of the three giant dragons with wings that can cover the sky. When I get to the sea stone, I will blow the horn to control them and control them.