God-King!
A new era!
Perhaps this is just the beginning, or rather, in this new era, amidst the impending chaos of the Sea of Chaos, only the God-Kings are qualified to participate. They are the only ones truly capable of handling everything.
As for the other gods?
Well...
In a sense, they might as well be cannon fodder, or even completely irrelevant.
After all!
In such upheaval at the level of the Sea of Chaos, even the supreme Absolute Gods are forced to take action. In such circumstances, do ordinary gods have any right to participate?
Don't be ridiculous!
If that were the case, then for ordinary gods, it would be entirely a matter of miracles. That's no joke—it would take pure, genuine miracles!
If it really came to that point...
Then for Athena, it would be an enormous disadvantage. After all, Athena truly lacks powerful subordinates.
Aside from Prometheus, the divine power of the 88 Saints looks decent on the surface. But in reality?
This is a question worth pondering.
Prometheus's concerns were not unwarranted.
Even though, in the upcoming new era and the chaos that the Sea of Chaos is about to unleash, ordinary gods are inherently unqualified to participate.
The biggest issue is this: where do God-King-level beings come from? They are not easily cultivated! Don't be fooled by how Hades seems to have trained so many God-King-level Underworld Gods.
And even when it comes to the divine power emanating from the evils of humanity, it's at an indisputable Ancient God level.
But!
That is due to Hades's accumulated preparation, each step ahead of everyone else.
That's the crux of the matter!
The starting point of the Sanctuary was already late. The fact that it can catch up is impressive enough. To try and surpass others in other areas?
That...
Would practically be a miracle.
"I understand."
Athena spoke calmly. "Prometheus, you may withdraw for now. As for matters regarding the Mythological Great World, there's no need to rush. At this moment, it's the Mythological Great World that should be feeling the urgency."
"Yes!"
Prometheus respectfully withdrew.
He knew that the rest of this matter was no longer something he should involve himself in.
And after Prometheus left, Athena began contemplating how she should handle the upcoming issues.
Or perhaps...
How should she enhance many things? For the Saints, this is their last chance. If they fail to seize this opportunity...
Then!
It will only lead to more significant problems.
With this in mind, Athena considered carefully, aware that these matters required her attention. Otherwise, even more issues would arise.
For gods, time is inherently the least valuable resource.
But!
In certain moments...
Like now!
Time becomes the most critical factor.
If the opportunity, this specific window of time, is missed...
Then!
It will only result in more problems. If it truly comes to that, it will be the most troublesome and challenging situation.
With this understanding, Athena pondered how to proceed.
"What if..."
"What if the Saints could possess power that they shouldn't naturally have in a short period?"
"Hmm~~~"
Athena mused over this possibility.
Would it succeed?
She didn't know. Athena herself wasn't sure whether this idea could work.
But!
Considering the current circumstances, there was no choice but to try. If no attempt is made, then success is impossible.
For this reason, Athena was well aware that she could only try and see step by step.
"Hopefully."
"It will succeed."
Athena wasn't entirely certain, but she shook her head slightly and resumed her work. There was still much to do.
At the very least!
Before the Sea of Chaos fully erupts, there is no time to waste.
In the Underworld.
Hades returned to the Underworld with Maara and Sesshouin Kiara.
"So this is the Underworld?"
"It's truly..."
"Beautiful!"
Maara gazed at the Underworld, her lips curling into a playful smile as her eyes swept over the scenery with a hint of infatuation.
Hmm~~~
For most beings, the Underworld wouldn't seem beautiful.
But!
For Maara, her divine power allowed her to see the true beauty of the Underworld.
"You may create your own hell."
"As you command!"
"Your Majesty!"
With Hades's calm directive, Maara and Sesshouin Kiara respectfully withdrew. They knew precisely what they needed to do at this moment.
As for causing trouble?
Well~~~
Don't even think about it!
That's a joke—pure nonsense.
Seriously!
Judging by Hades's personality, anyone who dared to stir up trouble in the Underworld would be dealt with mercilessly.
Even with Ancient God-level divine power, Maara and Sesshouin Kiara would be utterly helpless if Hades willed it.
This is a fact.
There's no need for doubt.
For this reason, Maara and Sesshouin Kiara knew better than to cause any problems.
Hades returned to the Pure Land of Bliss.
Meanwhile, the two goddesses began creating their hell.
The Hell of Desire!
The sisters chose to create a single hell together rather than separate domains.
In the Pure Land of Bliss.
"My lord, you've returned," Persephone greeted with a radiant smile as the gates of the Underworld opened and Hades stepped through.
Hades nodded silently, his expression utterly composed as he returned to his throne.
For Hades, everything that had transpired was straightforward.
Whether it was attending the Heart of the Ocean banquet or bringing back the evils of humanity, none of it had altered anything.
As for the Mythological Great World making a move against him?
Hmm~~~
It wasn't surprising they chose to hold back. The Mythological Great World wasn't foolish; they understood the cost of targeting Hades.
Ultimately, they opted for forbearance. For Hades, this was inconsequential.
"Well!"
Hestia waved her hand casually and remarked, "That's not surprising. After all, considering my brother's divine power, it's almost impossible for him to encounter problems!"
"But!"
Hestia leaned in curiously and asked, "Brother, brother! I'm curious—what's the exact situation?"
"Elder Sister, what do you want to know?"
Hades's tone was calm.
Though he now had no emotional deficit, his habit of governing everything rationally remained unchanged.
"Hehehe~~~"
Hestia chuckled. "Poseidon, Athena, Cronus, Uranus—how does their divine power compare? Who's stronger or weaker?"
"Uranus is the weakest."
"Hmm!"
"That's not surprising."
Hestia nodded, serious. "After all, Uranus is an ancient relic of the old era. In this new age, having such strength is decent, I suppose."
Hestia considered this matter to be of little consequence.
"Next is Father."
Hades still referred to Cronus with respect, despite their destined rivalry.
"Father, huh..."
Hestia clicked her tongue and shook her head. Indeed, even the once-invincible Titan God-King now amounted to little in this new era.
As for Poseidon and Athena...
Hades hesitated briefly, as if deliberating how to evaluate their divine powers.
"Could it be?"
Persephone asked curiously, "Athena is not weaker than Poseidon?"
"Not only that."
Hades said calmly, "Essentially, Athena surpasses Poseidon. Her path as a hybrid of a god and a chaotic entity holds unknown potential for the future."
"But."
"Athena herself wields the origins of Darkness, the Serpent and Dragon, and the Earth as a trinity of Mother Goddess powers."
"Based on this foundation."
"Even the path to the Creator God lies before her."
"What?!"
Persephone and Hestia were stunned.
The Creator God?
This...
Neither had anticipated that Athena, the youngest of the God-Kings, would ascend so dramatically.
"She's essentially leapfrogging ahead!"
Hestia exclaimed. "But brother, aren't you also close to becoming a Creator God?"
"One step away," Hades replied succinctly.
Hestia giggled. "I knew it! My brother is undoubtedly the best. Athena's leapfrogging doesn't matter—she's just a junior!"
Persephone shook her head with a helpless smile. "Elder Sister, you're acting like such a sycophant."
"Who cares!" Hestia said nonchalantly.
"Anyway, my brother is amazing!"
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