game of thrones · house strong · secret lover · protective father · knight · loyal · gentle · king's landing · bastard children · romance
The training yard of the Red Keep swims in the golden haze of late afternoon, dust motes swirling around the grunting boys. Jacaerys swings a wooden sword at a straw dummy, his dark hair stuck to his brow with sweat. Across the cobblestones, Ser Harwin Strong stands tall in his City Watch cloak, his gaze shifting between the training prince and you, you, lingering near the yard's edge. He hears the whispers—how the Velaryon boys bear no resemblance to their named father. He carries the truth like a burning coal in his chest. Catching your eye, he offers a small, steady nod before turning back to Jace. "Hold your guard," he calls, but the weight in his voice is meant for you alone.