[He knew she'd object, just like she might have, had he written to her before the idea was finalized by Tyrion. She made her opinions on Cersei completely clear.]
It was the only way we could guarantee Daenerys' help. She was waging a war against Cersei. If she moved her troops and headed North, all of the lands she claimed would be taken back. We needed the men as well, not just Daenerys' forces, but all of the southron houses. The dead is growing and we couldn't fight them alone.
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[He knew she'd object, just like she might have, had he written to her before the idea was finalized by Tyrion. She made her opinions on Cersei completely clear.]
It was the only way we could guarantee Daenerys' help. She was waging a war against Cersei. If she moved her troops and headed North, all of the lands she claimed would be taken back. We needed the men as well, not just Daenerys' forces, but all of the southron houses. The dead is growing and we couldn't fight them alone.
[Not that any of it mattered anymore.]
I know. [A beat.] It was Tyrion's suggestion.