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Otto Hightower reports to Viserys that Damon and Rhaenyra were seen at a pleasure house—an unsubstantiated claim that enrages the king. Viserys’ disapproval is palpable, and Alison, overhearing, is caught between loyalty and skepticism. Rhaenyra vehemently denies any romantic involvement, asserting her innocence and maidenhood.
The Queen’s Night and Rhaenyra’s Defiance
Later, Viserys confronts Rhaenyra, wielding the dagger with the Targaryen prophecy inscribed upon it, emphasizing the weight of legacy, duty, and destiny. Rhaenyra’s denial of sexual activity with Damon is strategic, seeking to preserve her reputation. The scene underscores how heavily her honor is scrutinized and how political purity remains central to her legitimacy.