Aegon is criticized for not intervening when his brother was harming puppeteers, and for running to Prince Baelor instead of addressing the issue himself. Prince Baelor states that one does not need to intend harm to cause it.

Prince Baelor explains that his brother Mahar returned to the castle, stating that his son Daron, found drunk, claimed that a 'huge robber knight' (referring to Dunk) made off with Aegon. Dunk denies this, stating he left the inn four nights prior and Prince Daron did not pursue the 'captor'.

The discussion moves to the political implications of depicting a dragon, the royal sigil, being slain in a puppet show. Arion interprets this as a veiled attack on House Targaryen and an incitement to revolt, despite it possibly being innocent.

Prince Baelor confronts Dunk about laying hands on 'the blood of the dragon,' emphasizing that striking a king's grandson is never wise, regardless of the cause, even if the girl's finger was broken. Prince Baelor acknowledges he might have done the same but highlights the difference in their status.

Arion desires Dunk's head, but Prince Baelor will not allow it, though he cannot deny a trial. With Daron's accusation of kidnapping, the court is unlikely to rule in Dunk's favor. The last time someone struck royal blood, they lost their offending hand. Prince Baelor then challenges Dunk's skills as a knight, suggesting he has another choice.