The Cold That Burns Within
Prompt: A fanfic about Rhaenyra Targaryen and Alicent Hightower explores their complicated relationship. At first, Alicent despises Rhaenyra due to their politically motivated marriage, which forces her to part ways with her boyfriend, Ser Criston Cole. Meanwhile, Rhaenyra is deeply in love with Alicent but feels the pain of her cold demeanor, especially as Alicent continues to sneak out to see her lover. In her loneliness, Rhaenyra finds solace in the company of Mysaria. As time passes, Alicent begins to warm up to Rhaenyra, developing feelings of jealousy when she discovers Rhaenyra's bond with Mysaria. Eventually, Alicent comes to love Rhaenyra, but by then, Rhaenyra has built walls around her heart and grown distant.
Story Parts
Part 1
The Arrangement
Alicent Hightower stood at the window of her chambers, her gaze lost in the gardens below. The sunlight danced across th...
Part 2
A Reluctant Bride
The sun cast its golden light upon the Red Keep, illuminating the bustling activity as the royal family and their guests...
Part 3
The Pain of Rejection
The days that followed the wedding were a blur of formalities and ceremonies, with Rhaenyra and Alicent playing their ro...
Part 4
A Secret Kept
The darkness of the night provided the perfect cover for Alicent's clandestine meetings. She slipped out of the castle, ...
Part 5
A Lonely Queen
Rhaenyra sat alone in her chambers, the soft glow of the candles casting a warm but melancholic light on her face. She h...