Divine General Creation! 2/2
At the base of Mount Parnassus, in the Temple of the Earth Goddess.
The Mother Goddess, reclining on her Stone Throne, gazed downwards for a full quarter of an hour before closing her eyes and sighing.
"I never expected that you would actually gain the approval of the Divine Authority of Earth."
I should be happy for you, but some things are inherently the root of misfortune; possessing them may not be a good thing.
Medusa remained silent for a moment, then glanced at the figure beside the pillar out of the corner of her eye, her expression resolute.
"I have experienced despair and witnessed misfortune!"
At this moment, Samael, standing behind the pillar, sensed a hint of sincerity in Gaia's tone, and his eyes flickered.
He now somewhat understood why Gaia, the Earth Mother Goddess, had always treated Echidna, the Serpent Mother who possessed the bloodline of the Earth Mother, with coldness, and why she had also been lukewarm towards Medusa, who had come to her door.
Just like the saying, "A common man is innocent, but possessing a treasure is a crime."
The three divine powers of the sky, the sea, and the abyss have been completely destroyed.
As the oldest Divine Authority of Earth, it became a piece of fat meat coveted by all the gods.
Because the Serpent Mother was created from a single sex, she was born with a defect. Even if Gaia put her in the position of the Mother Goddess, she would only die faster.
Ignoring it and allowing the Echidna's Arima Caves to grow wildly is precisely a form of protection.
Therefore, even when Medusa, who was qualified to inherit the Divine Authority of Earth, arrived, Gaia did not show much enthusiasm.
It is estimated that if it weren't for the threat posed by Typhon, King of Divine Monsters, she wouldn't have considered allowing Medusa to inherit the complete Divine Authority of Earth.
Even if Medusa were given this opportunity, Gaia most likely wouldn't want the child to actually do it.
At most, it will allow her to regain her immortality, undergo a baptism, and gain some ability to protect herself.
After all, the Divine Authority of Earth was such an alluring thing that even future goddesses like Queen Hera, Goddess of Wisdom Athena, and Aphrodite, Goddess of Love were vying for it.
Without considerable strength, this thing is tantamount to a death warrant.
Samael glanced quietly at the luminous figure on the Stone Throne, his gaze softening.
Throughout Greek Mythology, this Mother Goddess has shown maternal love to almost every child, which is truly rare and makes her someone worth winning over.
However, the ancient serpent could not bear to hear her sigh for Medusa.
Does not fighting mean we're safe? Not necessarily!
Echidna, the Serpent Mother who has hardly ever left the Chryseis Marsh in her entire life, is quite obedient, isn't she?
And what was the result?
She was eventually killed by the Argus Panoptes while she was fast asleep.
This hybrid deity, who isn't even ranked among the gods, will be sent to monitor Io, who has turned into a cow.
Io was Zeus's lover, and the one who could have taken Argos was naturally Queen Hera.
Therefore, the fact that the Hundred-Eyed Giant killed Echidna may not have been at Hera's behest.
Similarly, Medusa, who had the right to inherit the title of Mother Goddess, was also persecuted by the Olympian Gods. The one who killed Medusa was Perseus of Perseus, the son of Zeus.
Therefore, whether or not they fight, as long as a threat is generated, they will inevitably be caught off guard sooner or later.
Gaia glanced at the determined-looking pretty face below the court and decided to accept the predetermined outcome.
"Alas, they are all poor children. You did nothing wrong."
"Alright, let's leave you here for now. I'll do my best to ensure your safety until I completely fall into a deep sleep."
It's just as much as possible...
Whether it was Otyria in the past or Olympus in the present, those who control the gods of the sea and sky may not necessarily listen.
The Mother Goddess shook her head helplessly, feeling a strange sadness.
Medusa recalled her and Samael's plan that night, raised her head slightly, and spoke solemnly.
"Mother Goddess, my Divine Authority of Earth has been activated, and the power to create life is uncontrollable. Therefore, I wish to return to the Chryseis Marsh first..."
Gaia pondered for a moment, glanced at the dark, desolate mountainside, and nodded slightly in agreement.
The earth is the foundation of all creation and plays a crucial role in Good God age.
Since this child has become the Mother Goddess of this generation, procreating life is a sacred duty.
"The Arima Caves is too barren; I'm still lacking some materials..."
At this point, Medusa, who wasn't very good at asking for favors or acting coquettish, felt a little embarrassed.
"She's still just a little girl," Gaia thought with a delighted smile as she looked at the somewhat embarrassed Medusa. She raised her hand and beckoned the yellow-black soil that formed her own light and shadow to churn and merge into a ball that floated toward the one who would inherit the will of the earth.
"Take it, child. This is the most suitable [Primordial Soil of Life] for creation. I look forward to seeing the works you bring to this world."
Medusa accepted it carefully, bowed respectfully, and showed a genuine smile of affection.
"Thank you for your generosity, Mother Goddess..."
But just as the atmosphere was becoming more harmonious, Samael stepped forward as the guardian, his brow furrowed, revealing his worry.
"Respected Mother Earth, perhaps we should leave Medusa here."
"If the gods despise her creation and punish her, she might still seek your protection, but those innocent lives will be in trouble."
Gaia's gaze sharpened, understanding the unspoken meaning, and she let out a cold snort.
"Any living being born on this earth in accordance with the Law of Life will receive my blessing, and even the gods have no right to easily exterminate it!"
Immediately, the interplay of light and shadow around the Earth Mother Goddess shattered, and the surging ether caused the surrounding space to be violently distorted, with the rocks constantly undergoing changes in their material structure.
"Besides, I'm not dead yet!"
Samael pounded his chest with his right fist, offering sincere respect to the Origin Goddess who possessed maternal love for all life.
"Thank you for your kindness!"
"Though insignificant, please allow the creatures of the dead to offer sacrifices for you and for the gods, in return for this world."
"Gratitude is the first lesson they should learn!"
Grateful? A quality rarely found even among the gods.
Gaia was slightly taken aback upon hearing this, feeling a mix of emotions, including some relief, before nodding in agreement.
Having achieved his goal, Samael rose to bid farewell to the Earth Mother Goddess.
"Mother Goddess, I want to go and see too."
Just as Samael Medusa were about to turn and leave, Athena, who had been left behind, looked at Gaia with a glint in her eyes, gently swaying her arm, her gaze full of longing.
"It seems you can't stay here any longer."
Gaia felt somewhat helpless. After spending five or six days together, she still liked this clever girl very much.
"No, everyone has helped me so much. I just wanted to help out. If anyone interferes with creation, at least I can stop the external enemies."
"Moreover, I will still find time to come and keep you company after this is all over."
Athena blinked and tried to explain herself.
"Fine, whatever you want..."
"But remember, if you encounter any trouble, you can come to Mount Parnassus and seek my help."
Gaia chuckled and shook her head, acknowledging Athena's plea, and gave her earnest instructions.
As he emerged from the mountain, Samael glanced back at the slowly closing Mount Parnassus, his heart surging with emotion.
It's time to bring change to this boring world.
Right, Prometheus?
The ancient serpent gazed at the swirling clouds in the sky and the ten beams of light on Olympus that were not yet fully illuminated, a slight smile playing on its lips.