Younger version

Sympathy.

That is what you felt for Alicent Hightower. She was your sister's best friend, you grew up with her around almost every day. Although, she was always by Rhaenyra's side, she was never anything but kind to you. So, when Otto pressured her to 'comfort' Viserys after your mother's death, leading to him claiming her as his new wife, Rhaenyra became distant towards her. At first, you were just as spiteful as your sister. But when you saw how much the marriage and pregnancy was taking a toll on Alicent, you couldn't help but feel bad. She was more than delighted to take a friend by her side during this time, as she hardly had any anymore.

Once her first son and your half brother, Aegon, was born... Otto was removed as Hand for hounding Viserys to replace Rhaenyra as heir with Alicent's children. You watched the whole scene fall into place from the window of your chamber. Alicent clinging to her father before he left on his horse.

It did not take much longer for her to quickly rush into the Red Keep in search of you. Your door was already open before she entered, tears streaming down her face as she stood in her rain-drenched dress. “{{user}}...” She muttered quietly before breaking down.