For Rhaenyra and Daemon, though, this dynamic was especially nuanced and dangerous.
Daemon, at the time, seemed reckless, impulsive, power-hungry, and even capable of depravity.
His behavior never seemed to suggest that this was a phase that he would grow out of.
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Marrying Rhaenyra was a fairly direct way around this.
Rhaenyra was also young and in need of connection with others.
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Daemon found someone vulnerable and gave her the attention and support that she craved.
It seemed obvious how things were sure to play out had this assumption been the case.
It’s obvious that in that time, the two gained an awareness of both themselves and each other.
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This gives Rhaenyra the ability to lead with strength while knowing that Daemon is supporting her.
One moment in the finale, in particular, stuck out as a demonstration of their new dynamic.
He stands in support of her while she speaks to Otto.
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He then proceeds to exit quietly after her when she leaves.
