EBE #442 - Chapter 176 Post-War Discussion (Part 2)
#442 - Chapter 176 Post-War Discussion (Part 2)
Daenerys's face turned extremely unpleasant. She had thought that for the sake of the kingdom's smooth unification, she could temporarily put aside her hatred, but she didn't expect anyone to dare to speak out against her. She glanced disapprovingly at the three women below, secretly contemplating how to deal with them. In her eyes, these people, like Jaime, were all traitors. If it weren't for Garon's sake, she would have wiped them out with her temper. What's more, this old woman had a secret affair with Garon.
And Jaime Lannister, the murderer of her father. She had originally planned to spare his life, only to exile him, but she didn't expect him to dare to bargain. Did he really think her mercy could be trampled on at will?
At this moment, she struggled internally, but ultimately, for the future of the kingdom, she decided to endure for the time being and make a decision when the time was ripe.
"Hmph~" The Queen snorted lightly, expressing her inner dissatisfaction. Then, she said in a firm tone, "Since that's the case, then leave. For the sake of your past bloody battles for the survival of mankind, I can spare you this time. I will send someone to escort you back to King's Landing, but next time we meet, we will be enemies! Someone, send Duke Jaime away."
Jaime sighed helplessly, his gaze sweeping over Liu Yuan, who was dozing beside Daenerys. He understood that he was unwilling to help him anymore. So, he could only respectfully salute Daenerys and say, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your forgiveness. I shall take my leave." After speaking, he followed the guards away, his back looking particularly lonely. Of the three hundred guards Jaime had brought to the North, the casualties were heavy, and now less than a hundred remained.
After Jaime left the hall, the atmosphere became much more relaxed. Jon thought for a moment, then stood up and came to the center of the hall, taking the record sheet from Sam beside him. He said, "Your Majesty, forgive my interruption. This is the battle damage report compiled by the Legion Quartermaster. I think you should be aware of it."
Daenerys nodded slightly, signaling Jon to continue.
Jon took a deep breath and slowly said, "The casualties of this war were heavy. According to incomplete statistics, the number of deaths exceeded 20,000, and there were nearly 20,000 lightly and seriously injured. Among them, the casualties of Your Majesty's direct troops were close to 5,000, and the losses of the Free Folk (Wildlings) and noble armed forces were also great, with a loss ratio of over 40%. The casualties of the Night's Watch exceeded 2,000, mainly caused by the collapse of the Eastwatch-by-the-Sea wall."
Hearing this, Daenerys's face became serious. She didn't expect that this war would bring such huge losses to her army, especially the losses of the Dothraki warriors and the Unsullied, which made her heartbroken.
Jon continued, "In addition, we have also lost many excellent knights. They were all brave and fearless warriors who sacrificed their lives to protect the people and the country. In addition, there was damage to the fleet, and the loss of buildings and materials is even more incalculable."
Daenerys tightly gripped the report in her hand, a trace of grief flashing in her eyes. She knew the soldiers' sacrifices and contributions, and they defended the dignity and right to survival of mankind with their blood and lives.
"We must not forget their achievements. They will be forever remembered in history," Jon's voice was firm and powerful.
Daenerys nodded, her eyes flashing with determination. She raised her head, returned the report to Jon, and stared at him seriously, saying, "Our losses are shocking! These are all heroes who died for the peace of mankind. All the compensation for the deceased warriors will be issued according to the previous compensation standards. Commander Jon, please arrange for a memorial to be erected on the ruins of the Eastwatch-by-the-Sea wall. The names of all the warriors who died in the battle at the Wall will be recorded on it for future generations to admire. Let everyone know about this report."
At this time, Petyr stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, your idea is really great. These warriors who sacrificed for the survival of mankind deserve to be remembered by future generations. I believe the warriors will be grateful to you when they hear the news. They must be full of expectations for your rule, and they will be willing to fight for you."
Jon nodded in agreement, then turned and left the meeting room. He needed to go down and make arrangements. As the Commander of the Night's Watch, Jon knew that he shouldered a great responsibility, and the post-war affairs were quite heavy.
On the same day, ravens brought news of mankind's great victory to various parts of Westeros, along with Queen Daenerys's declaration, calling on the lords of various places to join the Queen's camp and fight for her!
After more than a month, most of the warriors who came to the Wall to participate in the war decided to join the Queen's Army organized by Daenerys. There was no way, Her Majesty the Queen gave too much. Not only did she provide food and accommodation, but even the military pay was 30% higher than the average price on the mainland. The previous battle damage compensation was also fully paid, and everyone was willing to work for the Queen.
In the following days, the nobles organized a memorial service. The Queen personally participated in the construction of the monument, and the name of every fallen warrior was carefully engraved on the monument, becoming an eternal memorial.
As time passed, more and more soldiers and generals came to the Wall and joined Daenerys's army. They brought various weapons, equipment, and resources, strengthening the Queen's strength.
During this time, Daenerys's name shone like a dazzling star in people's hearts. With her selfless rescue actions, the people of the North felt warmth and care. Whether it was the commoners of the North or the Wildlings, they had all been blessed by her. Her kindness and generosity were like a spring breeze, making people feel extremely warm.
Daenerys was not only a benevolent ruler but also a brave warrior. In the war, she showed fearless courage and firm determination (mainly because the dragons were too conspicuous). When passing by King's Landing, several dragons flew over people's heads, making her position in the people's minds increasingly consolidated. The soldiers expressed that they were willing to fight for her and spare no effort.
The smoke of war gradually dissipated, and the nobles who participated in the war began to embark on their journey home. Daenerys and her mighty dragons became legendary stories in people's mouths. As time passed, more and more people heard about the heroic deeds of this great Dragon Queen. Many people secretly made up their minds that as long as the Queen's army came, they would not hesitate to respond to Daenerys's call.
The army gathered in the North also began to move south in batches in an orderly manner. This arrangement not only reduced the pressure on logistics but also ensured the continuous supply of combat power. Since Daenerys was pregnant and unable to ride a dragon, she followed the army slowly southward in a carriage.