It was not a total victory for the Greens. Aegon and Sunfyre also lay greatly wounded on the ground, with both rider and dragon burned and battered. While not completely inaccurate, Fire & Blood ...

The grievously wounded Sunfyre coiled around Aegon. Cole's worst fears had come true, and he'd indeed risked the King's life by having the petulant Aemond do his dirty work. Though Sunfyre's story ...

Both Rhaenys and Meleys perish in the ensuing fight, while Aegon and Sunfyre are each grievously wounded. As Aegon heals from his many burns, he appoints Aemond as Regent to rule in his stead.