No sooner had Loras left with half of the Tyrell army than Jon ordered Hoster to take the Frey Family's army for a tour as well.
In just a few days, the crowd at Casterly Rock has dwindled by half.
Jon's plan is progressing steadily, but many people share Loras's idea—which is really unreliable.
Rickard and Brynden could no longer contain themselves and went to Jon, accompanied by Jeyne's father, Gawen.
Rickard was the first to speak: " Jon —Your Grace, let's recall Loras's army. Daven can find out if there are reinforcements in the south with just a raven. There's really no need for us to do that."
Considering that Jon saved Harrion and solved a huge problem for the North, Rickard had tried his best to keep his words mild. If it were anyone else, he would have already started cursing. If it were Harrion who came up with such a plan, he probably would have already cracked the whip.
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"Yes, Jon, we understand that you want to minimize Soldier casualties, but this plan is just, just—" The word "stupid" was on Brynden's lips, but he just couldn't say it.
After all, if it weren't for him, the West would never have had a unified and powerful command. Even if Jon attacked from the south, it wouldn't matter, as the families, having lost their leader, would surrender without resistance.
Jon looked at Gawen, who hadn't spoken yet, and asked Dao, " Does Earl Gawen think so too?"
Gawen, who was nearly fifty years old, bowed and said to Dao: "Your Grace, this plan is really unlikely to work. If we cannot break through Casterly Rock, let's start our attack from the south. I believe that with your martial arts and strategy, conquering the western region except for Casterly Rock and Casterly Rock will not be a problem."
Jon looked at the three men in front of him, whose combined age was nearly two hundred years old, and smiled as he spoke: "Sirs, I am very pleased that you did not stay in the camp to wait and see me make a fool of myself, but instead offered your honest advice. However, please believe me, my plan is not limited to this, and I never intended to use this to get Daven to transfer the garrison at Casterly Rock."
Upon hearing that Jon had a plan, the three of them immediately listened attentively.
However, Jon didn't tell them about the ravens, as it was too far-fetched for ordinary people.
" Ser Loras should be back in two days. When he does, let him lead the remaining Tyrell army through it again. Ser Brynden, you will trouble yourself to lead the Riverlands army to retreat to Riverrun one by one. This charade needs to continue."
According to Jon's reconnaissance, Casterly Rock's army had just transferred 3,000 men, and there were also a large number of miners that could be brought up the city walls.
We have to keep playing along with them until the number of Casterly Rock's soldiers drops to a certain threshold.
Meanwhile, inside Casterly Rock, Daven's room was brightly lit with candles, and a noblewoman in a silk corseted dress stood before him.
If you look closely, you'll notice that the silk on the lady's hips is scratched, indicating that she's worn it several times.
While the gold mines near Casterly Rock are plentiful, they are all assets belonging to Casterly Rock. Not a single grain of gold from Gold Mine will end up in the Lefford Family Treasury.
This explains why, despite having a rich gold mine nearby, they are not wealthy.
"Three thousand!? Sir Daven, why send away half the army at once?" Lady Lefred was very upset when she learned of Daven's plan.
She instinctively took a step forward, but didn't notice the wrinkles in the carpet beneath her feet, and almost stumbled. Fortunately, Daven reacted quickly and caught her.
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"Who laid this carpet?! Drag them out and beat them to death!" Daven roared at the outside.
Lannister was always cold and harsh towards his servants. Robert once slept with a maid when he was a guest on Casterly Rock.
The maid gave birth to twins, who were thrown to their deaths, and the maid was sold into slavery.
Daven was the same way, but at this moment, Mrs. Lefebvre, who was being supported by him, had a blush on her face. This kind of man made her feel more secure.
After regaining her footing, Mrs. Lefebvre met Daven's gaze and subconsciously tightened her clothes, as if to accentuate her curves.
Daven knew that Dao would be in this situation.
In Tywin's letter, Tywin instructed Daven to approach Mrs. Lefford, stating that the army in Casterly Rock was now mainly composed of the Lefford Family's troops.
Only by stabilizing Alyssane Lefford can we better stabilize Casterly Rock.
The reason is also quite good. Lannister is now at its most difficult time. If Jon uses the Gold Mine as a condition to get Lefold to open the city gates, wouldn't they soon be in danger?
Daven agreed with this point, but was surprised that Tywin would actually tell him the reason. This lord of casterly rock always meant what he said, and an order was an order, never explained.
Remembering Tywin's words, Daven reassured Dao: "Madam, although we've sent away half our army, we still have three thousand miners training. They'll soon become qualified soldiers. Besides, that bastard definitely won't attack Casterly Rock. Half of his army has already been moved south, so isn't it perfect that we send half of our army as well? Don't worry, Lord Tywin has already made arrangements. The decisive battle will take place in the southern part of the Westerlands. We have nothing to fear."
After hearing Daven's explanation, Mrs. Lefford nodded very gently and agreed to explain to the Lefford family.
Her eyes flickered as she spoke, " Sir Daven, the Lefford family has some guards who I can entrust to you as well. However, the children always cry at night. Could I take them and stay closer to you?"
"Madam, don't worry. Although I've transferred half the troops, we still have enough manpower. You and the children can stay in your original rooms without worry."
In Daven's view, even if Tywin wanted to get closer to Ralph, it wouldn't be to the point of sleeping together.
Otherwise, the Lefford Family would probably think they've gone too far. The Family just died fighting for Casterly Rock, and now they're indulging in debauchery with the mistress of the house. There's a good chance a mutiny might break out in the city.
Before leaving, Rafer gave Daven a long, seductive look, her eyes gleaming in the candlelight.
She absolutely adored Daven's golden beard; it was exactly like the image of her Godfather.
Suddenly, footsteps came from outside the door. The two instinctively moved away from each other. It was Daven's personal guards who entered.
"Sir, our scouts have reported that the Riverlands ' army has also withdrawn."
"Okay, I understand. " Daven nodded. "Continue monitoring."
"Yes, sir!"
Watching the Soldiers leave, Daven thought that if Jon continued to send troops south, he could consider asking Tywin if he needed more Soldiers to support him.