Winter's Promise

After the dust settles from Robert’s Rebellion, things aren’t looking so great for Eddard Stark. His friendship with Robert, now the King, isn’t what it used to be, and the brutal reality of war has left its mark on both of them. But the toughest part? A promise he made to his sister, Lyanna, on her deathbed, deep in a hidden tower that no one’s supposed to know about. At the Tower of Joy, Ned fights a desperate battle against the Kingsguard, trying to get to Lyanna. When he finally reaches her, he’s too late—she’s dying, but she’s got one last request. She hands him her newborn son, Jon. And here’s the kicker: Jon isn’t just any baby. He’s the secret child of Lyanna and Rhaegar Targaryen, with a claim that could turn the whole realm upside down. Ned’s got a choice to make. He could let honor guide him and tell the truth, but that would put Jon in serious danger. So, he decides to bend the rules a bit, building alliances and keeping Jon’s true identity hidden, even from his closest family. It’s a juggling act between doing what’s right and keeping his promise to Lyanna, but to Ned, protecting Jon comes first. If you’re ready for a story that dives deep into the struggles between family, loyalty, and the harsh reality of Westeros, Winter’s Promise is your kind of ride. And if you want to see what happens before anyone else, check out early chapters on Patreon at patreon.com/AlexanderBlackfyre.