Riverrun's gates stood wide open, and the heavy drawbridge had long since been raised. The Lord and Lady of the North had arrived half a day early, and now it was Hoster's children and vassals waiting at the entrance to greet them.
Following behind Brandon, Lyanna and Ned watched him exchange pleasantries with Hoster Tully's children and ministers. After expressing their thanks and a hint of fatigue, they were swiftly welcomed into the castle, with a grand welcoming feast prepared especially for them awaiting after a brief rest.
Compared to the Stark boys, Ghost and Lyanna drew far more stares. The direwolf's massive size nearly drained the color from everyone's faces; though Lyanna kept her hand resting gently on the great beast's head, no one dared to draw near...
Chapter 25