In this chapter, Ned defends Dany and her child's right to live against Robert. Robert wants Dany's and her child dead so if she does birth a son, he cannot rule. Ned is also trying to flee back to Winterfell because Robert is mad at him for giving up his place as the King's Hand.
Overarching Theme and Personal Thoughts:
The main idea in this chapter is that people are not really who you think they are. Ned wished Robert to be a better person than that, and Robert wished Ned to be more loyal than that as well. I picked this chapter because I enjoyed the comment "At the moment, I cannot think of anyone whose company I desire less than yours." I also really admire Ned's defiance to King Robert, and how he doesn't just throw his value and beliefs out the window for him.
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