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House of The Dragon- A God Amongst Men: Chapter 450: Three Years Later III
🕑 Added 2025-07-25 17:18:35 +0000 UTC(Third Person POV)
"War Games?" Sylas said with a frown as he and Riktor were in the courtyard, sitting down some chairs, "What are those supposed to be?"
"It's the Law of Succession." Riktor said as he was drinking some wine, "You see, when I am Heir, there is a few years that need to be waited so someone can challenge me for the position. And when the challenge is issued, the War Games will commence. Everyone needs to participate. And by that, I mean all of our siblings."
"All of our siblings?" Sylas said, "Well, all of our siblings are legitimately children."
"I know." Riktor nodded, "But I doubt I will ascend to be head any time soon. I believe when we are much older, possibly when we reach twenty."
"Oh, well.....that makes sense." Sylas said, "But who will challenge you? I don't have any interest in that. You are the Heir."
"Well, things are much different with our Family." Riktor said, "The way that it was implied, the regular laws of succession don't apply to us since we're demigods. Our House is one of strength. I had a feeling it would be something like this. I just thought that someone would challenge me directly but Father has decided to make it much more interesting."
Sylas looked down, "I suppose so."
Riktor chuckled, "Besides actual war, I guess our old man has decided to give excitement in our lives." He said, "I don't know how this would go for us."
"Well, we are meant to lead his armies and lay everything to ruin." He said, "But it appears that lately, he has not made any move."
"For a reason." Riktor said, "I guess he wants to save the good stuff for us. You and I in particular."
"Huh?" Sylas asked
"When he and Mother were alone, I overheard Father telling her something of the sort." Riktor explained, "He hasn't done any moves solely because he wants some of the Realm to think it is a good risk to wage war against us. And when that happens, you and I will prove ourselves. But I don't know when that'll be. For now, it'll be quiet."
"Quiet, it is." Sylas nodded
"I heard you have been busy over there." Riktor said
"Well, not really." Sylas said, "I did go to Dorne and see our sister with Grandsire. Mama Maegelle went there too, but it was a long time ago. I didn't see Father, he went straight to the Dust Extraction sites. I think he willingly ignored me. Mama kept apologizing, but I didn't mind."
Riktor nodded, "Father can be a dick sometimes." He said, "But in the end, he pulls through."
"Yes...." Sylas said
"Ah, here you are." A voice said
They turned to see Maegelle walking up to them with a smile on her face, holding Viktoria in her arms as the girl was waving at them.
"Brother!" She called out with a bright tone
Sylas smiled, "I cannot believe we have yet another sister." He told Riktor as Maegelle reached them, "She looks like Nymeria, truth be told. Except for the white streaks, and her skin is a bit fairer."
"I know." Maegelle said as she set her down in front of the boys and the girl immediately walked towards Riktor's lap, "She's so precious, this girl. Saera said that all she would be useful for is giving Drakken beautiful daughters."
"As long as they aren't like Astorias." Riktor said as Viktoria climbed atop his lap, "I don't really care how many sisters she gives me."
Viktoria hugged his chest as Riktor smiled slightly.
"You look alike, the two of you. Nymeria too." Maegelle said, "It appears that your Father's blood is quite strong."
Sylas nodded, "Yes, it is true."
"Hm." Riktor said
"Where's Papa?" Viktoria asked
"Here." a voice said
Drakken was standing there, having appeared out of thin air. His hands were in the pockets of his coat as he looked at his daughter, a slight smile on his face.
"Papaa~!" Viktoria jumped out of Riktor's lap and ran towards him
"Come here, my dear." Drakken reached down for her and threw her in the air as she laughed, "Did you miss me?"
"Yes!" She said as Drakken had her in his arms
"Welcome back." Maegelle said, "How was Nymeria?"
"She's doing well." Drakken told her before looking at Sylas, "You're back."
Sylas nodded, "Yes."
"Hm." Drakken said as Viktoria pressed her cheek against his, "Meet me in my study in an hour, we're to discuss something."
He turned around and began to walk away.
"W-What could this be about?" Maegelle asked, "Is he in trouble?"
"Not really." Drakken said
After he left them alone in the courtyard, Riktor simply leaned back and scoffed, "Nothing new here, Sylas." He said, "He's the same as always."
Sylas nodded, "Yes, you can say that."
Maegelle chuckled nervously, "D-Don't hold it against him, my dear." She said with a smile, "He is very busy as of late."
"So he says." Riktor said, "He never finished Talis, I wonder when that project will be done."
"Well, he's working on your siblings' wyverns." Maegelle said, "It takes a lot of work."
"I guess so." Riktor shrugged
"You know, you have to be a bit more respectful." Maegelle told him, "And don't think I haven't heard what you did."
Riktor looked to the side, "Ah...."
Sylas blinked, "What did he do?"
"Ask him." Maegelle said with a serious frown
"Brother, what is she speaking about?" Sylas asked Riktor
"All I did was have some fun." Riktor shrugged, "It's not a big deal."
"Fun, he says." Maegelle said seriously, "What you're doing is dangerous, Riktor. Not for you, but for them. I suggest you restrain yourself from now on, but I know you would not take my suggestions seriously."
"Fun?" Sylas said, "Wait....."
"That's right." Maegelle said as she closed her eyes, "Just as you think. I cannot believe that it was 14 years ago that he was born and now......all this time later, he's doing all of this......"
"Alright, enough...." Riktor stood up, "Brother, I am going for a walk, join me if you want."
"Go for a walk straight to your chambers and keep yourself there." Maegelle said seriously, "You've been quite the unruly one."
Riktor chuckled and walked over to her and kissed Maegelle on the cheek, "Alright, my beautiful mother, I will take your advice to heart." He said, "I'll see you later."
She sighed as Riktor walked away, "He's becoming quite something...."
"What do you think Father wants to speak to me about?" Sylas asked Maegelle
"I don't know." Maegelle said, "You know how he is, he's very unpredictable sometimes."
Sylas looked down, "I can only think of one thing." He said, "Grandsire told him about a new schematic I am working on."
"Schematic?" Maegelle asked, "For a weapon?"
"Yes." Sylas nodded
"Oh." Maegelle said, a bit surprised, "Well, let's hope it's that and nothing bad."
"Right?"
