House of the Dragon fans were feeling tearful after one character’s single-word response in a particularly moving scene from the latest episode.
Viewers of *House of the Dragon* have expressed their “heartbreak” over a near-silent exchange between Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney) and his mother Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke).
This moment in the latest episode resonated deeply with fans.
Season 2, episode 5 contains tear-jerking scenes of the king, who is revealed to be still alive but severely injured.
Following a brutal betrayal by his brother Aemond Targaryen (Ewan Mitchell) Aegon is seen barely clinging to life, with horrific burns and scars all over his body.
Alicent is undoubtedly wracked with guilt, as it was her harsh words about her son’s incompetence that sparked his decision to fly to war – despite his lack of experience. During the fifth episode, Alicent visits Aegon on multiple occasions, where he appears barely conscious.
Taking to Reddit, fans of the Game of Thrones spin-off series shared their emotional responses to the scene. Posting a screenshot of the moment, one penned: “I wasn’t prepared for this, it broke my heart.
“Alicent and Aegon are both my ride or die characters, and their relationship is so heartbreaking, tragic and compelling.
“However I wasn’t prepared for this, it completely got me off guard. The best 5 seconds of a rather mid episode,” they added. (sic)
“No matter how much alicents words cut through his heart. He loves her till the very end,” another fan added sadly. (sic)
Another admitted: “Aegon has done awful things, but this broke my heart. I think he genuinely just wants to be loved. He never wanted the crown and was never prepared to rule.
“He went to battle to try and prove himself, and the first thing he wants while he’s in pain and suffering is his mom. He’s been the stand out character for me this season. I never expected to feel so sorry for him.” (sic)
“Aegon is a standout character even when he’s on the brink of death and says just one word,” a third agreed.
One more wrote: “This was the best scene of the whole episode. The way this dynamic hurts me the most. Idk if the writers intentionally or unintentionally wished for it that way but it is by far the most compelling and painful dynamic of season 2 for me. Made a bitch almost tear up fr.” (sic)
House of the Dragon season 2 is set to air in the UK on Mondays at 2am BST (British Summer Time) on Sky Atlantic and NOW. The same episode will also be broadcast again on Monday at 9pm.
House of the Dragon fans were feeling emotional after a particular scene in the latest episode left them in tears. The exchange between Aegon II Targaryen and his mother Alicent Hightower resonated deeply with viewers, with many expressing their heartbreak over the near-silent interaction.
In Season 2, episode 5, fans witness the king, severely injured but still alive, following a betrayal by his brother. Aegon is shown clinging to life, his body covered in burns and scars. Alicent, feeling guilty for her harsh words that led to her son’s decision to go to war, visits him multiple times while he is barely conscious.
On Reddit, fans shared their emotional reactions to the scene, describing it as heartbreaking, tragic, and compelling. Despite Aegon’s past actions, viewers sympathize with his desire for love and acceptance, especially in his moment of suffering.
One fan expressed surprise at feeling sorry for Aegon, highlighting his desire for his mother’s presence even in his pain. Another viewer praised the actors’ portrayal of the complex relationship, labeling it as the most compelling and painful dynamic of the season.
The episode is set to air in the UK on Mondays, giving fans the opportunity to delve deeper into the world of House of the Dragon. Stay tuned for more updates and insights into the show.
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Source: Los Angeles Times1
