The Relationship Between Small Paul and Grand

Nina offers us a very fun theory slash uh framework for understanding how duncan relate to brian. She thinks egg was originally betros daela but broke off that betrothal to mary betha in secret. If if she doesn't marry egg the theory is make our could marry her to the lord of tarth. Having a stronger connection to these island castles would help defense against another invasion from the east as well as making sure they're on your side.