The Golden Dragon
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Last published Sat, Aug 1, 2026
Instead of seeking out Lyanna, what happens when Rhaegar has a child with Cersei Lannister that is kept secret from Robert after the Rebellion? What happens when Jon Snow is raised in a completely different family?
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