Chapter 70: The fourth day

A/N: Hey guys,

Here's today's second chapter.

We finished this arc on my pàtreon and would upload the rebellion arc next.

Thanks to everyone who supported me.

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Capturing Arthur was a good idea, but he would face many problems in the future. As one of Rhaegar's helpers, Robert would want him dead. Not to mention, Arthur might side with Danerys when she came to Westeros.

But it was a good gamble. If Edward could persuade the sword of the morning to join him, it would be a large gain. Edward could use Arthur's affection towards Ashara to achieve such a result, but it was not guaranteed that he could pull something like that off.

"If I put him in a dungeon, would you be able to persuade him? A lot would want him dead at that time." Said Edward after some thought. He could always kill Arthur if he did not listen to him. He would give him a chance as the man was a sword genius after all.

"I am sure I could do that, my love." Said the delighted Ashara as she gave Edward a kiss. She was sure that Edward would do that because of her. She did not know that Edward was already thinking of something like that only because of Arthur's service. If Ashara could not persuade Arthur, Edward would get rid of him.

"This is my bottom line, Ash. It would be the last favor I give you. If he could not persuade your brother, you would kill him yourself." Said Edward with a determined voice. He was giving Ashara empty promises. He would only pretend that he was trying, but in fact, he would do the opposite.

Ashara's face changed a little after hearing Edward's last sentence, but she managed to nod her head. Edward had already agreed to her request, and if she could not change her brother's mind after that, it would be her fault.

Edward and Ashara continued their talk and teasing for the rest of the day. They liked to tease each other, especially during such exciting times.

Soon, the second and third day had passed. Edward had faced a knight in the third day from House Leeford and won in the first round. Although the man was from Westerlands, Edward would not kill every opponent he would face.

Soon, The fourth day came. This day was only for melee competition.

'Today is the big day, huh. I will prove my strength in front of everyone in Westeros tonight. And Since I do not plan to participate in Harrenhal, this would be my last chance to defeat Arthur and Barristan.' Thought Edward while walking to the waiting area. He was planning for this fight since long ago.

Edward had to fight his brother, Robert, as well. Edward thought that Robert only participated this time to fight him as Edward did not give a chance for the previous four years. It was probably Robert's last chance, as well, to defeat Edward and prove that he was not inferior to him.

When Edward entered the waiting area, he found the squires putting heavy armors on everyone. They were all getting ready to enter the field.

Edward also saw three of his men there. He greeted them before moving forward to check on everyone.

When Robert saw Edward coming in his direction, he grumbled a little. Although the relationship between the brothers was really bad, they still talked a little with each other. And since Robert saw Edward, he had to greet him. It would look bad in the eyes of the outsiders if he did not. Although Robert did not care about their opinions, he cared about his family's reputation.

"Edward." Said Robert while nodding his head. It was such a simple greeting as he did not plan to say anything more.

"Oh, Robert. You are here." Said Edward while nodding his head back.

"We did not fight in the last few years, did we?" Asked Edward as he wanted to tease Robert a little. He wanted to see his reaction.

Changing his attitude did not mean that he changed his feelings. Edward still hated Robert to the core, and there was no room for reconciliation.

"Aye, we did not have a good fight in four years." Said Robert while holding his hammer hard. He did not manage to snatch even a small win in his life. Today, he was going all out against Edward.

"You seem prepared. You sure you will defeat me this time?" Asked Edward as he looked at Robert, who had a confident expression.

Yeah, a sure thing that Robert spent all his time training. He was not like his brother, Edward, who had to put, and execute plans to develop Stormsland in the past year or organize his men. What Robert focused on in the past four years was his training and fighting. Although he spent much time whoring, it was not on the same level as the show. Since Edward stood in front of Robert like a huge stone, he was more determined to train himself to defeat Edward.

Edward did not know that he was the reason for the change in Robert's attitude. Robert was so focused on Edward that he did not drink or whore unless his urges kicked in.

"Aye, I have been training for this moment. It would be my win this time." Said Robert while holding his hammer high.

"We will see. Don't grumble when I defeat you." Said Edward with a smile. He wanted to have a test of Robert's strength as well.

Robert had changed a lot in the past few years, and Edward hoped that he could enjoy his fight.

Edward then left Robert alone and moved to Barristan and Arthur, who had already worn their armor.

"If it is not Ser Barristan Selmy and my brother by law Arthur fucking Dayne." Said Edward as he greeted Ser Barristan and mocked Arthur a little. Edward was still angry at the man for refusing his offer.

"Lord Baratheon." Said Barristan as he greeted Edward back. Edward and Barristan had some sort of respect relationship, at least Edward did. He respected the man. Although Barristan admired Edward's talent, he did not try to get close to him.

"What do you want?" Said the annoyed Arthur as he put his hand on his sword as a way to threaten Edward. He did not like Edward, and if not for his sister, he would never agree to this marriage.

"You don't have to be in a hurry. We would all have a good fight out there. You do not have to be so eager to get defeated." Said Edward as Arthur was his main goal in his plans. Arthur and Barristan were on the same level in swordsmanship. But adding Arthur's Dawn, Arthur was a little better.