[ On Christmas Eve, the manor staff kindly deliver the gifts Alicent prepared for family and friends.
For Baela, in a red velvet box: A sterling silver cloak clasp, in the shape of the Targaryen dragon rampant. She’ll find a letter on thick, parchment paper attached (and sealed with emerald wax).]
Lady Baela, I am not certain any of our house would have survived the games without your efforts. For that, you have my respect, gratitude, and affection, though I know we cannot be close for reasons including and beyond ourselves.
I consider it a privilege to have known you better in this strange place. You are fire and blood, like your mother and grandmother — and, indeed, Rhaenyra — before you.
Thank you for allowing me to observe your blaze. Queen Alicent
🎁 — 24/12.
For Baela, in a red velvet box: A sterling silver cloak clasp, in the shape of the Targaryen dragon rampant. She’ll find a letter on thick, parchment paper attached (and sealed with emerald wax).]