Hearing Athena's words, Zeus hesitated for a moment, then nodded. "Fine, bring Fire God along. Remember, without my orders, no one is to strike first. Is that clear?"
"Yes, God King."
The gods all nodded. Then, everyone began preparing. Since they had to bring Fire God over as well, they would not be setting off anytime soon.
Hera found Ares and handed him a snake-shaped dagger. "If the right opportunity arises, use this dagger to kill Perseus. I will never allow that bastard to become a god and stand on equal footing with you."
Hera could tolerate Zeus's other sons, despite her dissatisfaction, because their mothers were gods as well. But Perseus was different, because his mother was human.
"Mother, rest assured. I will never let that happen."
Ares accepted the dagger and spoke solemnly. Hera nodded, then after some thought, added, "If you get the chance, seize that hammer as well. That hammer may be the key to Perseus possessing the Power of Thunderbolt."
"You mean that hammer can awaken the Thunderbolt Bloodline?"
Ares's eyes lit up. Possessing the Power of Thunderbolt would earn Zeus's attention while also proclaiming Ares's legitimate status to all gods.
"It is only a guess," Hera said. "No one is more outstanding than my son, and no one can ever be more outstanding than my son."
Ares nodded, indicating that he understood Hera's meaning.
Through the item Chthon had given him, Hades explained the current situation. "If Director of S.W.O.R.D. truly is as domineering as you say, then this battle is bound to break out. Be prepared."
"Rest assured, Director of S.W.O.R.D. never disappoints."
Chthon smiled. "We will lie in ambush nearby and wait for an opportunity. You should prepare as well. We want Zeus and Poseidon's flesh and blood. If we can seize