Time passed slowly.
The midday sun shone through the dense forest onto the ground, creating countless dappled patterns of light and shadow.
The two walked to a high point in the Kingswood.
Looking north into the distance, they could vaguely make out the fishing boats on the Blackwater River.
Smelling the natural scent and seeing the scene of human activity, a strange feeling suddenly arose in Joffrey's heart.
Power and authority are indeed tempting.
Here and there, the seven kingdoms of Westeros—The North, Riverlands, The Vale, Westerlands, Reach, Stormlands, and Dorne—will all be my kingdom.
Tyrion finally spoke up.
"Thinking about it carefully, what you said should be true."
Although it's absurd, there might be some truth to it. Otherwise, how would you know about Tysha, and how would you become this intelligent now?
"Have The Gods truly sent down a Miracle? Do They really pity the world?"
Joffrey smiled.
If The Gods are just a general concept rather than an entity, then this could indeed be considered a Miracle. But pitying the world...
He could only say that if one were truly to save all sentient beings, he was far from the best candidate.
"Blessed by divine grace, I have completely awakened and been reborn."
That's right, I am the Chosen Son of God!
"Before, I did not take on the responsibility of the Crown Prince and did many absurd things. I don't ask for any forgiveness, I only hope to make amends."
"The Gods are merciful, and they have actually given me a chance to make amends."
Looking at the shadowy figures on the river, he emotionally clenched his fists.
"Since you let me know the future's tragedy and darkness, it must not be without meaning."
"I have found the answer."
"Doomsday is coming, and I must take responsibility to protect the lives and rights of the people of the Seven Kingdoms and even the world. Such a sacred and solemn mission cannot be refused!"
"This is not a joke."
He turned his head and met Tyrion's gaze.
"After war, hunger, and slaughter, there is an even deeper despair."
"The Long Night is coming, the entire world is a sacrifice to the Evil God!"
Indeed.
Compared to The Long Night and Doomsday, power struggles, wars, and rebellions are not significant matters.
"After extreme chaos, light falls, flames are extinguished, all things wither, and darkness and extreme cold swallow everything."
"That is a real past, and it is also the near future!"
"So,"
He patted Tyrion's shoulder hard, his eyes extremely firm.
"I came to you first, Uncle Tyrion. The kingdom needs your wisdom, and so does the world."
"Join us."
"Everyone capable must unite and fight for the light, saving the people of the world from suffering."
Joffrey excitedly waved his fist.
"The Gods bless us!"
"The Long Night will surely end, and light will surely shine upon the world!"
"The 'Illuminati' that saves the world, born here, will surely bloom with abundant flowers and bear sweet fruits."
The identity of the King of Westeros is enough to control this continent, but to control the entire world, another organization with universal significance is needed.
The name Illuminati has a good meaning.
"Join us."
"Now that the Illuminati is just established, you can be the first Council Member. This is an honor, and also a responsibility."
"As long as we work hard to recruit ambitious individuals, the Illuminati will soon become a warm big family."
"Everyone will be the closest friends, brothers. From now on, we will share weal and woe, help each other, and fight for the survival of the world!"
"How about it?!"
Tyrion quietly watched Joffrey's performance.
Passionate and righteous.
It sounded very real, perhaps Joffrey would be a good king.
He didn't know whether to laugh or not.
But whether sincere or not, a smarter Joffrey could be an important friend.
Tyrion then sighed, "I never thought that the Long Night, the end of the world, would actually exist."
Is that really true? Even if seeing the future is real, it doesn't mean he can't lie.
"To dedicate oneself to the cause of saving the world, just thinking about it is exciting."
Both of them were well aware of each other's true intentions.
In fact, when Tyrion expressed his agreement earlier, the two had already reached a cooperation.
Since that's the case, why bother with the extra step?
Even Tyrion couldn't give a definite answer.
Perhaps it was for a better show?
Or perhaps to see if the other person's acting skills were up to par? For a player, this is a quite important ability.
Tyrion wisely didn't delve deeper.
Instead, he continued with the process, completing this ancient ritual.
"I join."
"Chosen King Joffrey I, Lord of the Illuminati, I am yours."
Tyrion formally knelt in a bow.
"May I ask for your instructions? I hope to have the honor of serving you."
Joffrey stepped forward and helped Tyrion up.
"What king or instructions? Between friends, we help each other."
Tyrion waited for what followed.
"There is a small matter, though." Joffrey held up two fingers, "Just, this big."
"Please speak, Your Highness."
"Illyrio Mopatis, a Magister in Pentos, one of the Free Cities across the Narrow Sea. Do you have any impression of him?"
"If I remember correctly, Pentos has dozens of Magisters." I don't know him.
"Heh heh, Uncle has a really good memory."
"Anyway, he has three Dragon Eggs in his possession, one black, one dark green, and one pale milky white. I want all of them."
Joffrey stated the real purpose of his visit.
At this point in time, the Dragon Mother hadn't married the Horse King yet, the Dragon Eggs were still in the fat Magister's hands, and no one knew that the Dragon Eggs would hatch.
Dragons created the Iron Throne and can also protect the Iron Throne.
Joffrey was determined to get them.
But Tyrion was puzzled. "So?" Couldn't you just ask Cersei directly?
Joffrey continued to explain.
"The Dragon Eggs are crucial. The trouble is, Varys is with him, and the Dragon House's 'Beggar King' and his sister are also hiding in that Magister's house."
Varys and the Magister of Pentos? The fleeing prince and little princess of the Dragon House?! Tyrion was truly shocked.
"You and I both know that we absolutely cannot alarm the Spider."
When Varys the Spider makes a move, even Duke Tywin was gone. Joffrey didn't want to test if his life was hard enough.
"Once Varys is alerted, many things cannot be done."
"So,"
"The mastermind behind this matter can only be you. And I am just a poor wretch who was misguided by you without knowing it."
Tyrion finally understood.
"I somehow learned the whereabouts of these three Dragon Eggs, but was powerless to obtain them, so I instigated you to come forward and use the wealth and power of the royal family to get the Dragon Eggs. Is that right?"
Joffrey nodded in approval.
"Varys knows your obsession with Dragons and trusts your ability more. Only this way will it not arouse their suspicion."
Even if he was suspected, Tyrion would be the shield in front, making it much safer.
Tyrion stared at Joffrey with a half-smile.
"Yes, how good is this. All the cleanup work falls to me, and you just need to loudly demand the Dragon Eggs. It's simply too perfect."
Cooperating with smart people requires a win-win situation.
Joffrey feigned confusion, "Just performing a simple play in the Red Keep and you can get a Dragon Egg, what a profitable deal. Uncle is unwilling?"
Joffrey offered the reward.
One Dragon Egg. Tyrion was a little tempted.
Moreover, Joffrey was so concerned, perhaps this was not just a Dragon Egg that could only be admired.
Riding on a Dragon's back, even a dwarf can look down upon the world.
"Think about it, which color should I choose? Black is mighty, green is mysterious, and milky white is so beautiful."
Joffrey urged him on while tempting him.
"You can take your time thinking about the color, but the sooner this is done, the better. The longer it takes, the more variables there will be."
"Let's start this afternoon when I return to the palace. How about it?"
Tyrion carefully sized up the handsome prince before him. It seemed necessary to re-evaluate Joffrey.
"Good nephew, what more can I say?"
He let out a long sigh.
"Deal."
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