House of Dragons Episode 5 shocking twists!

Westeros prepares for the royal wedding of Princess Rhaenyra and Laenor Velaryon,

but not without massive violence and twists that will determine the iron throne's destiny.

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King Viscerys I's health deteriorates progressively, and Prince Daemon Targaryen remains a mystery.

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Ser Otto warned, Queen Alicent, to be wary of Rhaenyra's intentions due to King Viscerys health.

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He warned the queen that Rhaenyra would act like a genuine Targaryen and take on the throne

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which would be bad for the King and Queen's son Aegon I's future.

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This brings suspicion in Alicent's mind, and she attempts to make sense of the situation.

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Ser Criston Cole shows to be more than Rhaenyra's Lord Commander of the Kingsguard

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Cole is charmed by the future Queen after their one-night encounter

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makes Rhaenyra an unexpected proposal as she prepares to marry Laenor.

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They agree that as a pair, they will never escape their responsibilities, but will make their own love decisions.

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