AGOT - Winter is Coming - Solo - Chapter 1 & 2

Karrwin nods. "I am a simple man, too, but I am beginning to think that simple men do not fare well in the game of politics."
 

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"I would have to agree that simple men do not fare will in the game of politics. I have seen many a man destroyed by it. Politics are very much like battle. Instead of fighting with sword and bow, you fight with tongue and words. In politics you must watch for ambushes as well." Ser Devan states to Karrwin.

"I see my brother needs my assistance once again. I must go." Ser Devan states. You get the feeling of disappointment from him as he mentions the last bit. As you look over your shoulder as Ser Devan walks off you see his brother, Ser Tybolt.

Ser Tybolt has the look of a Lannister noble. His youthful blond hair, hawkish nose, and he is dressed the part. His clothes look as if they would cost a small fortune. As Ser Devan reaches Ser Tybolt, Tybolt lets out a barrage upon his younger brother. You cannot hear the exact words, but you imagine it is not pleasant.
 

Karrwin shakes his head and turns around. What should I do now? Fossoway's words from earlier cross his mind. I'll go see Tanya. He begins walking toward the Redwyne pavilion.
 

You make your way to the Redwyne tent. You are told Tanya is at the tournament watching the the Lists (Jousting).

You find Tanya at the List. She is sitting with her father near the Royal Pavalion. She does not seem to notice you. She is more interested in the List.
 

Damn. She would have to be with her father. I suppose I'll have to be polite and address him.

Karrwin approaches the two of them. He nods respectfully toward Allister. "Greetings, Lord Redwyne. And to you, Tanya. How do you fare today, my Lord?"
 

Both Tanya and Allister are suprised by your visit. The look on Allister's face is one of suprise and then repulse. "Fine young Stark. And you?" You get the feeling he is being kind only bcause Tanya is next to him.

Tanya nods and smiles at you and points towards a chair that is empty. You are seated next to her, but at an strange angle. You can see the field quite well, but have to turn your head to look at her.

"Well lets have it Karrwin, I assume you wish to court my daughter. So let me hear you say it!" Allister says. There is a look of shock and horror on Tanya's face. It appears she is quite mad at her father for being so rude.

"Father, that is uncalled for and quite enough." She gets ready to stand, when her father grabs her wrist. "You will stay and listen. You will also obey your father. That boy there will tell me exactly what his intentions are in regards to you or else you will never see him again." Allister states to his daughter.

"You should know Stark that I am already talking to the King about Tanya wedding Viserys. So your offer had better be damn good." Allister states while holding his daughters wrist. The mention of Viserys brings a look of horror to Tanya's face. She attempts to pull away but cannot break free of her fathers grip.

He finally lets go and Tanya's hand flies up into her face. She stops it at the last second before she hits herself. "Go run off, you are like you mother, weak and womanly!"

At that Tanya runs off, you can see tears in her eyes and hear sobs escaping her lips. Two of her ladies in waiting follow after her.

"You are excused Stark." Allister turns and continues to watch the List.
 

Karrwin seethes in anger. He opens his mouth several times, but closes it not knowing what to say and not wanting to say something he would regret later. Finally, he turns and storms off, looking for Tanya. Damn you, Allister Redwyne. I should kill you myself.
 

You catch up to Tanya near the Redwyne tent, she appears quite upset and angered. She appears the have been crying. When she sees you she turns away from you and her ladies in waiting try to comfort you.

One you recognize as Becca walks over to you. "Tanya asks that you give her some time she is quite upset. She asks that you come back later. She is grateful for your coming, but she needs some time." Becca explains. She thens looks at you and you get the feeling she speaks the truth "She cares about you Karrwin but now may not be the time, she needs some time to heal. Write her a note and give her a few days."

Tanya walks inside her tent while you are talking to Becca. She looks back one time at you, but then disappears into the tent.
 

Karrwin shakes his head in frustration. "Uh, thank you, Becca."

He walks back to his tent slowly, head down, not paying attention to anything around him. Fossoway said I would need his help if I wanted to marry Tanya, but I don't want his help in my personal life. I want to do this on my own. Maybe I should write to Father about it. I don't know.
 

Karrwin has been walking longer than he thought, by the time he gets back to the tent it is almost dark. No one is around most seem to be out enjoying the events. Jeremiah is the only one around. He sees you and stops what he is doing "Is everything okay?"
 

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