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#288 - Chapter 22: Judgment (I)

Podrick: "Your father is the presiding judge, with Duke Mace and Earl Paxter as the two co-judges. You are charged with regicide, and the public opinion outside is very unfavorable to you."

Tyrion waved his hand: "It doesn't matter. This is a trap. The mastermind behind the scenes wants to kill me along with Joffrey. This person must be in King's Landing and hold a high position." He took a deep breath, his eyes narrowed slightly, as if he was thinking about something.

Liu Yuan, who was beside him, nodded in agreement with Tyrion's view: "I think so too. At the time, only a few of you were at the main seat on the stage, so you had the opportunity to access Joffrey's wine glass. Perhaps those maids who delivered the pies also had a chance. So what is their purpose in doing this? Or what benefits can they gain?"

Tyrion frowned and shook his head: "I don't know. Many people have motives, including my father and Tommen. Maybe these people think Joffrey is too willful. If they replace him with the obedient Tommen, it will be easier to control him. Maybe only Cersei and Jaime would never harm Joffrey. After all..." He stopped here and didn't continue.

At this moment, Podrick hesitated and said, "My lord, there is something I must tell you." His voice was low, and his eyes revealed a hint of unease. Tyrion turned to look at him, signaling him to continue.

"Just yesterday, a stranger suddenly appeared in front of me. He told me that if I was willing to testify in court that you had purchased a deadly poison called 'The Strangler,' then I would have the opportunity to become the respected Ser Podrick Payne."

Tyrion's lips curled up slightly after hearing this: "Oh? That title sounds quite nice. But you have to think carefully. Accusing me is not an easy task. If you refuse their request, I'm afraid they will take some tough measures against you."

Podrick turned pale with fright and quickly waved his hands: "No, my lord! I will never do anything to betray you! I have resolutely rejected them."

Tyrion smiled with satisfaction and nodded: "Very good, Podrick. It is rare to maintain loyalty in such a difficult situation. It's just that the current situation is quite dangerous for you." After speaking, he turned to look at Liu Yuan and asked, "Garon, can you do me a favor?"

Liu Yuan stroked his chin, looked at Podrick, and then replied, "Yes, I can. This kid is indeed very good. If he stays with me, I guarantee that no one will dare to hurt him. However, Tyrion, the current situation is very unfavorable to you. You don't seem to be able to prove your innocence."

Tyrion frowned: "They don't have any evidence to prove that I poisoned him either. At worst, I'll put on the black and go to the Night's Watch at the Wall."

Liu Yuan smiled: "Hahaha, then congratulations. Now the wildling army is outside the Wall. Oh, right, there are White Walkers too. I encountered some very strong ones when I was hunting beyond the Wall, at least stronger than Jaime."

Tyrion: ".................."

In the Tower of the Hand's conference room, Tywin presided over the small council, he said: "The trial will begin this afternoon, so we only have one morning to handle matters. Now, let's not waste time and begin!"

Varys, as the master of whisperers, still started the meeting: "Lord Hand, the latest news has come from the East. Daenerys Targaryen has conquered three major cities in Slaver's Bay and has settled in Meereen. That is a large city that is not inferior to King's Landing. She has built her own dragon kingdom there."

Cersei asked: "What did she rely on to conquer Meereen, those three young dragons?"

Varys said solemnly: "Queen Mother, Daenerys has a huge army. A full 60,000 people, and thousands of warships, and the three dragons are already as big as elephants. She also has two loyal knights offering advice, Jorah Mormont and Barristan Selmy."

Tywin said: "You deprived Barristan of his honor, which was a foolish act. He is an experienced veteran."

Cersei: "But he is old and can no longer protect Joffrey."

Tywin: "At least when he was there, Joffrey was still alive. Okay, let's not mention these things. This Targaryen girl is a big trouble. If she can support Viserys, we will be in danger."

They discussed for a long time in the meeting, but they didn't have any good solutions. After all, the distance was too far. They had to resort to some divisive tactics, which might be useful.

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On the Iron Throne, Tywin announced loudly: "The court is now adjourned for one hour, and the hearing will resume when the bell rings."

The people in the hall left in twos and threes, they would go outside to get some fresh air.

Liu Yuan yawned, walked to Tyrion and asked: "How is it? What do you think about so many people standing up to accuse you?"

Tyrion: "I didn't expect it! I'm so annoying. After listening to their accusations, even I think I'm simply heinous."

Liu Yuan patted Tyrion on the shoulder and comforted him: "Don't worry, buddy. The trial is not over yet, even if it comes to the end, I will cover for you."

Tyrion sighed: "I hope so. However, I am a little curious, what price did Cersei pay to kill me?"

At this time, the bell rang, and the recess time ended. People returned to the hall one after another, waiting for the trial to continue.

Jaime walked out of the back hall quickly with a gloomy face, quickly came to Tyrion's side, and suppressed his voice to a very low level: "There is not much time left, listen to me carefully. The outcome of this trial has been decided. You will be found guilty, but after the verdict is announced, you must beg for forgiveness and actively request exile to the Wall to join the Night's Watch. Father has already agreed to this matter, and he will allow you to wear the black."

"But Eddard Stark also received the same promise, but we all know what his ending was," Tyrion replied softly, with a hint of despair in his tone.

Jaime patted him gently on the shoulder to comfort him: "Father is different from Joffrey, he will keep his promise. Go to the Wall, it will keep you away from the court's power struggles. Live on, brother."

At this moment, Tywin summoned the last witness.

At this point, Tyrion, who had been calm and composed, finally had his inner defenses collapse. The woman standing in front of him was Shae, who had made his heart flutter. At this moment, he felt a blank in his mind and couldn't hear what Shae was saying on the stage at all. The audience below was excited and the noise was constant.

Tyrion tried to restrain his agitated emotions, but his voice couldn't help but become hoarse: "Shae, please stop, can you?"

However, all he got was Shae's cold and resolute response: "Don't forget, I'm just a whore, have you forgotten? That was the last thing you said to me!"