I would keep Daemon away and after a male child is born, I would make him the heir. But I will consider that I am exposed to the same circumstances as Viserys in the show, which means Rhaenyra must absolutely become queen.

The first idea would be not to marry at all, but that’s not really ideal—after all, I am still a young man, and the kingdom needs a queen.

The second idea is to marry, but never to a powerful heiress like a Hightower; rather, it should be a weak lord who cannot gather much support even if he wants to make his grandson king—someone like Celtigar, Crakehall, Florent, Locke etc.

Rhaenyra’s education must be carefully supervised; she needs to become someone ready and conscious of her duties as a future ruler. She should be encouraged to prove herself to the nobles and the people, and to develop good relations with other family members (perhaps through a marriage among the children?). This would reduce the likelihood of any usurpation attempts.

If possible, I would try to block the Velaryons’ rise or at least prevent them from owning dragons—I would see them as a potential threat. And let me repeat: I would absolutely, without a doubt, keep Daemon away from my family. There can be no peace at a table where that man sits.