Eddard Chapter

After reading the assigned chapters, I have found that Eddard’s chapter starting from 400-408 was the most important. To begin with, Stark finds himself in a tough position on what to do with the new information he has found. With this in mind, he decides to secretly meet with Cercei in the godswood and discuss some matters. In summary, Stark shares with the queen his acknowledgments of her secret relationship with Jaime. To top it all off that the 3 children: Joffrey, Myrcella and Tommen were theirs, not Roberts. In conclusion, he advises Cercei to exile their family and move somewhere safe where the king won’t harm them once Stark informs him on everything.

Given these points, it is noticeable how crucial this chapter is. Finally, the loose ends of why Jon Arryn was killed are tied. Simply, Arryn found out exactly what Stark has regarding the children being fathered by Jaime instead of Robert. Cercei even admits to trying to kill Bran for finding out about their secret affair. I was really shocked about most of what occurred in this chapter. I honestly did not see thing coming and I fear that Stark will be in great danger in the near future. It’s obvious to see Cercei will not go down without a fight and her pride is too big to simply run off and lose her power as the queen. Right before the chapter ends, Cercei states, “When you play the games of thrones, you win or die.” Definitely an important quote, the title of the book is stated and seems as though this is a threat to Eddard. One is going to win and the other die and we all know the Lannisters are devious people and winning is everything to them.