Chapter 1 The Story Of Alaynas Tale - 1084 Words

Customarily, it was unprecedented for a woman who was promised to another to share more than one dance with the same partner. It could reflect poorly on both her house and the house of her betrothed. However, Alayna could hardly care less about prosperity in this case because she was in the arms of the man she wanted. To hells with what others thought of her. Alayna felt a blush bloom on the apples of her cheeks as she glanced down at his breast plate, â€Å"It’s probably been ages since you’ve had a proper tilt.† â€Å"Truly.† The Dornishman agreed, â€Å"The last tourney I went to was the tourney at Storm’s End held in honor of Lord Steffon.† â€Å"I’d wager you’re itching to redeem yourself against our dear prince.† She smirked, recalling how Griff had†¦show more content†¦Touching where his lips had touched her, she watched on wistfully as the scene unfolded before her as King Aerys called the newly knight Jaime Lannister to stand before the congregation. Two familiar presences found her causing Alayna to grip both Ashara and Griff’s hands. The trio observed as Jaime’s fate was sealed as he swore the oaths of the Kingsguard. Ordinarily, Alayna would’ve been as ecstatic as the rest of the spectators as they cheered once Jaime’s white cloak was clasp to his armor and he was presented to the crowd. But Alayna felt no elation her eyes finding Arthur, the man who could never be hers because he too had swore to hold no lands or titles, take no wife, or father any children. It was a lifetime appointment only completed when death came. Sorrowful tears pricked at the corner of her eyes as she wished for a different life. Alayna put the finishing touches on her favor for Arthur. A handkerchief embroidered with a lilac rose; a combination of his house’s colors and her sigil. A physical symbol her heart belonged to him even if they couldn’t be together. She smirked as she tied off the last stitch, admiring her handy work. For once the sewing lessons her Septa had forced her to sit through paid off, not that Alayna would ever admit it aloud. She had a reputation to uphold. Making her way through the bustling