Not to mention, Theron rarely appeared in the world at all. Even when he occasionally showed himself, it was only on occasions where he had no choice but to appear. He was almost never conspicuous, keeping such a low profile that it was frightening.
So, to these new-generation gods, Theron was simply mysterious rather than powerful.
In their eyes, using such a powerful goddess to win over a god of unknown depth—who might even be powerful only on the surface—was somewhat wasteful.
Athena frowned directly. She had only just been born and did not even know who this so-called Theron was.
She was the Goddess of Wisdom, not some goddess willing to marry just anyone, much less accept such a blind arrangement.
So she spoke up directly, saying to Zeus, "Great Father, Your Majesty the God King, I have no desire to become anyone's companion, nor do I wish to enter into marriage. I have more important things to do."
"I hope this world becomes more prosperous, and I hope my arrival will allow wisdom to spread throughout the world. That is what I am willing to strive for."
Yet Zeus showed no anger at Athena's refusal. There was even a smile at the corner of his lips. "My dear daughter Athena, Lord Theron is a very open-minded god. He will support your ideals."
"As for this marriage, you cannot refuse it. I have already sworn an oath in the name of the God King, and this oath has been acknowledged by the world. You can only—and must—marry him."
At those words, Athena fell silent.
An oath was like a curse. Once spoken, it had to be honored. Otherwise, one would not only suffer a powerful and terrifying backlash, but even after the backlash, it would still be fulfilled by