Alicent and Rhaenyra always seem to be at each other’s throats in House of the Dragon.

However, the season wasted no time reminding fans how much the two main characters hate each other.

Why Does Alicent Hate Rhaenyra?

Alicent Hightower and Rhaenyra in House of the Dragon

In the coming years, Rhaenyra continued to live her life in a rather rebellious way.

From there, things only got worse between Alicent and Rhaenyra.

What Is Next For Alicent & Rhaenyra?

Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower and Emma D’Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen in House of the Dragon

Since Rhaenyra is the queen of the Blacks, Alicent will undoubtedly blame this death on Rhaenyra.

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