"This astronomical telescope is truly excellent! If it could be installed on castles and ships, it should be able to play an even greater role!"
Daenerys observed the surroundings of Oldtown carefully through the telescope and said to Vaglam,
"Vaglam, I wonder if you could build such an astronomical telescope for the Red Keep and my future Holy Flame Fortress!"
"Of course, you can name any conditions you want!"
Vaglam spoke with a forced smile,
"This astronomical telescope costs a lot, but I only use it to observe the stars and determine seasonal changes."
"Therefore, Princess Daenerys really doesn't need to waste manpower and financial resources to build two more. After all, many commoners in the Seven Kingdoms are still living in dire straits."
"If Princess Daenerys likes to play, she can ride a Dragon and come here to see enough!"
"Hahaha!"
Daenerys finally learned about the eloquence of these scholars. Their ability to morally blackmail and call a deer a horse was even more seasoned than hers!
"Vaglam, as the highly respected head of the Citadel, don't be influenced by those rumors! I, Daenerys Targaryen, am not a person who enjoys playing and pleasure. If you can point out a place where the commoners live more prosperously than the commoners of my White Sheep Town, I will never mention the astronomical telescope again and will keep my mouth shut forever!"
Daenerys's words instantly left him speechless.
"Moreover, the Citadel has always advocated that Archmaesters serve the country and its people for life, so the wisdom of the Archmaesters of the Citadel should truly be used to benefit the people, rather than using those so-called rules and traditions to hinder suggestions that attempt to do practical things for the people. Don't you agree, Vaglam?!"
"Vaglam, the wheel of history always rolls forward ceaselessly. Anything that tries to stand in its way can only be shattered. If one day the Citadel's embrace cannot contain the Seven Kingdoms, there may not be a new organization that can replace it!"
"Vaglam, if you have the opportunity, you should visit my Holy Flame Island and exchange ideas with my team of scholars. Their knowledge and breadth of mind have greatly benefited me!"
In fact, the Citadel had a great interest in many things in White Sheep Town and had tried many times to have the Archmaesters of Dragonstone investigate, but they had not succeeded.
It is important to know that whether it is white porcelain, Dragonstone, or the constantly optimized grain, fruit trees, and livestock on Holy Flame Island, these are all extremely important strategic resources in the current world.
However, these old stubborn Archmaesters of the Citadel would not easily admit their intentions,
"We have indeed heard about some new things on Holy Flame Island. Princess Daenerys does have many ingenious ideas! But…"
Daenerys directly interrupted Vaglam's words,
"Vaglam, there is no 'but.' You just need to choose to believe my suggestion! You must believe that a Targaryen princess who can ride a Dragon will certainly not lack power and means!"
After speaking, Daenerys walked between Vaglam and Wigg and whispered,
"Royal power is supreme and must not be desecrated!"
"Screech~"
Meraxes roared in cooperation as it quickly flew over everyone's heads. The strong wind almost blew some old and weak Archmaesters to the ground.
And "Dragonless" Wigg stared blankly at the Pink Young Dragon Miraxis in the sky, looking somewhat inexplicably expressive.
"I see a very tall Weirwood on the island to the right. That must be Crow Island!"
"Yes, Princess Daenerys!"
A middle-aged Archmaester wearing black iron chains stepped forward and reported to Daenerys.
"Hello, Scholar Ruiwen!"
Daenerys took the initiative to greet him,
"I heard you are currently the most outstanding Archmaester of ravenry in the Citadel. I really want to learn from you!"
When the crowd saw that Daenerys could easily call out the name of an ordinary Archmaester, all the old Archmaesters couldn't help but look at each other.
Because the Citadel, which has the most complete intelligence system in all of Westeros, had not noticed that Princess Daenerys had already deeply inserted her intelligence tentacles into the Citadel.
This made them no longer have any contempt for this young princess, who was only ten years old. At the same time, they couldn't help but feel a little afraid of Daenerys's methods and intelligence.
Because this Targaryen princess, who controlled nine Dragons, could be said to be unstoppable by anyone in terms of military force in this world.
It is said that the wise King Jaehaerys treated Princess Daenerys differently because of her benevolence and wisdom. Now, these people, who are among the smartest in Westeros, have clearly smelled a deeper meaning.
And Wigg finally understood why his father did not immediately convene the Great Council as he suggested. It seemed that Daenerys must have played a crucial role in this.
"It's still early, Vaglam, how about you accompany me to Crow Island for a stroll?"
Daenerys directly pointed to Wigg beside her.
Wigg was startled at first, but immediately nodded and said,
"Of course, no problem, Princess… Daenerys!"
Daenerys gave a slight, indifferent bow,
"Then I shall trouble you!"
Crow Island is connected to the eastern shore of the mainland by a weather-beaten wooden bridge. The towers on the island are also weathered. Only the towering Weirwood in the center of the island grows lush and vibrant.
Meraxes was also immediately attracted by the huge Weirwood on the island and immediately flew over. The crows perched on the Weirwood were startled and scattered.
"Caw-caw~"
Thousands of noisy crows shrieked together, and the sound instantly made the entire Citadel noisy.
The main building where the Archmaesters who train ravens live, the Ravenry, is located on the left side of the island. It is the oldest building in the Citadel. Legend has it that during the Age of Heroes, the Ravenry might have been a fortress for a group of pirate lords, who were stationed there to plunder ships sailing downstream.
Now, moss and vines cover the walls of the Ravenry, and an ancient Weirwood almost occupies the entire courtyard. Usually, countless ravens and various types of crows perch on this tree.
However, now, except for the young ravens that have not yet left their nests, under Meraxes's pressure, all the others have already flown away. Oh, and some trained ravens in cages were now prostrate in their cages, not daring to breathe.
The White Ravenry is located on the West Tower. Daenerys had always been quite interested in the white crows of the Citadel, so after a brief tour of the courtyard, she went directly to the White Ravenry under the guidance of Scholar Ruiwen.
The entire Citadel currently does not have many white ravens, only a dozen or so in total. White ravens are a type of white raven. Their feathers are as white as snow, and their eyes are dark and bright.
Compared to their black relatives, white ravens are smarter and larger, with adult individuals all exceeding half a meter in length.
In Westeros, these white ravens of the Citadel are only responsible for delivering messages about seasonal changes.
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