But just as it was on guard, it suddenly realized that the enemy opposite it had disappeared.
The onlookers couldn't see what was happening. They only saw the snowflakes on the ground suddenly explode, cutting off their view in a straight line. As the snowflakes landed, they only saw the White Walkers transformed into ice crystals, slowly drifting down with the snowflakes.
"it's over???"
This was everyone's question. But soon, everyone realized it was over. The unknown knight had slain the White Walker, who appeared monstrous to everyone, in a mere instant. With that, all three White Walkers were dead. And all the wildlings and Night's Watch members had become worshippers of Daenerys and Lu Xuan.
Lu Xuan, having finished the battle, turned around and saw Stannis, his face ashen, already heading back to his tent. Melisandre followed behind him, staggering. Clearly, the magic that had instantly killed the White Walkers had come at a considerable cost to her.
Stannis did not attend the banquet that evening. He was probably too ashamed to show his face. Almost all the wildling tribal chiefs, however, attended Daenerys's dinner.
Mansray even knelt before Daenerys, something unprecedented. Freemen don't kneel, but kneeling before a dragon god, before a powerful lord capable of personally slaying White Walkers, is an honor for them.
“Your Majesty, my people are in grave danger. The Ghost Forest, on which we depend for survival, is now teeming with Others and wights. On behalf of the Free People, I submit to you.”
The surrounding wildlings also clamored, expressing their willingness to submit to Daenerys's leadership. Wildlings worship strength above all else, especially powerful figures like Daenerys and Lu Xuan who can single-handedly slay White Walkers.
Looking at the scene before him, Lu Xuan couldn't help but think, "Thank goodness Stannis wasn't there. Otherwise, he would have exploded on the spot."
Daenerys helped Mansray up herself.
"I accept your allegiance, Mansred. Furthermore, I have never denied my own desire. I wish to recruit warriors from among the wildlings. Each adult male free warrior may bring two of his family members. Each adult female free warrior may bring one family member. I need a group of warriors to accompany me back to Essos to fight in a war. Unfortunately, I cannot take everyone with me in a short time."
But I can promise you, whether you come with me or stay here, whether you are free men or members of the Night's Watch, you will all have enough food to survive the winter.
The moment the words were spoken, the Night Watchmen present immediately flew into a rage.
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Chapter 294 Jon's Talent (Second Update)
“I object, Your Majesty. We, the Night’s Watch, have a thousand-year-old feud with these wildlings. We will never allow them to occupy our castles. Unless every member of the Night’s Watch falls, no castle on the Wall will welcome wildlings.”
The first to step forward was none other than Instructor Allissa. This left Daenerys speechless; she had assumed this high-ranking member of the Night's Watch would support her. After all, he was a vassal of House Targaryen, one of those who had followed Prince Rhaegar in defeat and been exiled. That explained his friendly demeanor towards Daenerys. However, it was clear that his prejudice against wildlings was deeply ingrained.
“Sir Allissa, as you see, the situation is no longer just a feud between the Night's Watch and the Free Men. It is a war between humans and the White Walkers. This is a racial feud, and we need to unite all forces that can be united.”
“Impossible, Your Majesty. Do you know how many Night’s Watch brothers have died at the hands of the wildlings? Every Night’s Watchman who is alive now has a blood feud with the wildlings. How do you expect them to put aside their prejudices and live with these wildlings?”
"You don't need to live together. The Night's Watch has thirteen castles, and with other supporting facilities, it can accommodate tens of thousands of people if all are used. Freemen don't have high demands for living conditions. Currently, only three castles on the Wall—Castle Black, Eastwatch, and Shadow Tower—are guarded by the Night's Watch. The other castles are vacant, and you don't need to live together. Freemen will take on the responsibility of defending the other castles."
“I disagree…” Sir Elisa was about to say something when Lu Xuan spoke up.
"At this time, thirty cargo ships laden with wheat, cured beef, sausages, and fresh vegetables have departed from the port of Slaver's Bay. They will dock at the port of Eastwatch, unload all their supplies, and give them to the Night's Watch and the Free Men. They will also take with them a group of warriors willing to fight for the Queen."
Elisa: "..."
Lu Xuan's meaning was clear. The supplies were mainly for the free men, because they needed to recruit soldiers from among them. A portion was also donated to the Night's Watch soldiers. If he dared to say, "We don't want it," the brothers outside would probably beat him to death as soon as he stepped out the door.
Corned beef, sausages, wheat, fresh vegetables... He didn't even know when the last time he had eaten fresh vegetables was.
At this moment, Daenerys also discovered the key to breaking the deadlock. She swiftly and decisively added fuel to the fire.
"To honor the Night's Watch's great service in defending the Wall, I have decided to send twenty more ships, carrying sufficient swords, shields, bows, crossbows, armor, and other weapons, to replenish the Night's Watch's arsenal. I will also send some blankets, coats, and other warm clothing as well."
Ser Allissa: "...Very well, the Night's Watch thanks His Majesty for his generosity. But this matter still requires the approval of more than half of the Night's Watch, or the Lord Commander."
"Very well, I remember you don't have a Commander-in-Chief right now. Then elect one and give me the final decision. I'll stay here for a few days, but not long."
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Ser Allissa ultimately couldn't bear to take the blame himself. He decided to let the future Lord Commander make the decision. He even had someone in mind: Jon Snow. He was capable enough, and although he was a bastard, he was still of noble birth from the Stark family. He had previously served as Lord Commander Mormont's lieutenant and had connections within the Night's Watch, making him the most suitable candidate to take the blame.
But the next second, Daenerys's words shattered his dream.
"All members of the Night's Watch are eligible to run for Lord Commander of the Night's Watch. Except Jon Snow."
"???" This was the question on the minds of Jon Snow, Allissa, and all the Night's Watch members present. Sam even stood up agitatedly, ready to demand an explanation from Her Majesty the Queen.
"Forgive my bluntness, Your Majesty, Jon Snow..."
However, Daenerys didn't give him a chance to speak at all.
"Jon Snow is no longer a Night's Watchman. His watch is over."
“No, once a member of the Night’s Watch has sworn an oath, he is a member of the Night’s Watch for life. He can never leave unless he dies.”
“Is that so? But the one who made the oath was Jon Snow, and he is not Jon Snow. His name should be Jon Targaryen. He is Rhaegar Targaryen, the son of Lyanna Stark. He is a descendant of the Stark and Targaryen families.”
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Stannis's main tent. Because Daenerys had already occupied the Lord Commander's room, Stannis, unwilling to be subordinate to anyone, simply didn't live at Castle Black, but instead stayed in a tent in the military camp.
Stannis was furious at this moment.
"Why won't you let me fight? I can awaken the Lightbringer. I can kill that damned Otherworlder."
“Your Majesty, you have not yet fully awakened the power of Azor Ahai. The Lightbringers are too much of a burden for you. And you cannot keep up with the speed of the White Walkers like they do.”
"Why not? Aren't I the Child of Prophecy? Why am I struggling so much to use the Lightbringer? Why am I even less capable than that little girl and that strange fellow?"
"I regret to inform you, Your Majesty. I'm afraid only the King of Light can answer these questions."
"Then go ask the Lord of Light."
“But Your Majesty, your body can no longer bear such a heavy burden. To speak with the Lord of Light, I need new imperial blood.”
"Daenerys, that girl. She's queen of Slaver's Bay. Is her bloodline acceptable?"