Silence enveloped the hall as everything fell still. Cronus remained seated, while the three gods stood poised, as if time had rewound itself. Hades pondered, "The law of space… Father God has mastered it to perfection."
Moments ago, the combined assault of the three gods had been effortlessly erased, demonstrating the flawlessness of Cronus's control over space. Hades marveled at the seamless way their attacks had vanished, as if they had never existed.
Zeus broke the stillness with a fierce snort. "Father God, your mastery of space is impressive, but this is just the beginning!" With a low growl, he unleashed a storm of lightning, far more potent than before. The sheer intensity of the thunder drew attention; Hades, Poseidon, and even Cronus felt an instinctive dread.
Hades observed Zeus's attack, reflecting, "Zeus has honed the God-killing Thunder to a new height." He respected both Zeus and Poseidon, knowing their long-standing prowess in mythology. The transformations they had undergone were significant, particularly Poseidon, who had embraced a new, formidable powers.
As Zeus focused his might, Hades recognized the essence of the God-killing Thunder and Flame. The former, crafted by Koios, was less a law and more a martial art, while Hades had developed the latter into a unique treasure. The two powers differed greatly; one was a technique, and the other an inherent force capable of god-slaying.
"Hmm?" Cronus's interest piqued as he recalled Zeus's technique. "I seem to remember—"
But Zeus interrupted, unleashing brilliant bolts of lightning that obliterated anything in their path. Poseidon seized the moment, conjuring a massive black water dragon that surged toward Cronus, ready to consume.
"Hmm…" Hades recognized the familiar energy in Poseidon's attack. "He's grasping the power of the Evil God, mixing decay with his oceanic might."
His own Cerberus had been forged through similar powers, and he noted Poseidon's exceptional control over this chaotic force. Yet Hades remained detached; he focused instead on observing the unfolding battle. The depth of power each god wielded was intriguing but didn't concern him directly.
Hades watched carefully, understanding the unique strengths of his brothers. Zeus commanded the God-killing Thunder, while Poseidon harnessed the powers of the Evil God. It was unnecessary to act hastily; he awaited the right moment to strike.
"Ha! This is entertaining!" Cronus laughed, undeterred by the onslaught. "Your strength is impressive, but let's see how far you can push yourselves!"
With a casual wave, Cronus opened a terrifying door, summoning a horde of monstrous beings, each radiating immense divine power. Their roars filled the hall, clashing against Zeus and Poseidon's attacks, quickly overwhelming their efforts.
As the creatures surged forth, the tide of battle began to shift, surrounding the three gods with chaos and fury.