The peculiar thoughts of the three gods lingered in the air as Zeus and Typhon clashed fiercely. Meanwhile, Poseidon observed the battle from his throne, tilting his head thoughtfully. "It seems that for all Zeus's strength, defeating Typhon won't be easy. As expected of the ultimate Titan god created by Gaia—his power is truly formidable!"
Despite his words, it was clear to anyone watching that Poseidon was merely enjoying the spectacle. After all, he had little stake in this conflict. Hades remained hidden in the underworld, and entering that realm wasn't particularly challenging. Souls naturally flowed into the underworld, and there were entrances on Earth. The real question was whether one dared to venture inside. For outsiders, the underworld was a double-edged sword.
Everyone understood that the underworld was Hades' domain, intricately woven into his essence. If one could destroy it, then Hades would become powerless. But if one failed? Upon entering the underworld, they would face a staggering reduction in divine power and the wrath of its denizens, including the combined might of at least three god kings. In such a case, survival was nearly impossible. This was the crux of the matter, and the reason why many thought twice about entering.
"Yet…" Poseidon narrowed his eyes, contemplating. "What is Hades up to? Has he taken the final step?"
His expression grew serious as he pondered the implications of Hades potentially achieving the status of a Primordial god. Such a development would necessitate careful consideration and planning.
"Your Majesty!" A voice broke through his thoughts. It was Amphitrite, the queen of the sea, with her beautiful sea-blue hair. "What troubles you?"
Poseidon shook his head slightly. "I'm contemplating Hades. If he truly has taken that last step and ascended to become a Primordial god, it could complicate matters significantly."
Amphitrite considered this carefully. "Indeed…"
With a resolute nod, Poseidon rose from his throne. "Amphitrite, I trust you to manage the sea realm in my absence. I have matters to attend to."
"Of course, Your Majesty. I'll see to everything," she replied, understanding the weight of her responsibility. As the Queen of the Sea, much like Persephone in the underworld, she knew the importance of her role.
For Poseidon and Hades, mutual trust was paramount. They relied on their wives, their closest confidantes. Zeus, however, trusted no one, seeing everyone as mere ants. This mistrust drove many away, leading to a profound shift in alliances among the gods.
Meanwhile, in the underworld, the current state of affairs was of little concern to its inhabitants. The outside world held no relevance to them; they were focused solely on their own power and growth.
With a wicked grin, Niutou, wielding his trident, exclaimed, "This surge in divine power is exhilarating! It's all thanks to His Majesty!"
"Absolutely!" Ma Mian, savoring the essence of evil spirits, chimed in. "This increase is both thrilling and immensely satisfying!"
The bull-headed and horse-faced guardians of the underworld reveled in their feasts. They were the epitome of their respective races, serving as crucial figures within the realm.
"Comfortable!" they echoed, indulging in the pleasures of their surroundings.
Niutou then pondered aloud, "When do you think a new god will emerge?"
Ma Mian shrugged. "Who knows? It's not for us to worry about. Our duty is to carry out His Majesty's commands."
"True enough!" They nodded, committed to their tasks, focused on obedience rather than speculation.
As Hades reclaimed his essence, some ghost warriors from parallel universes were deemed unworthy. Others, however, proved qualified and were recognized by the magic star, becoming perfect ghost warriors. One such warrior, Dington from Earth Spirit Planet, opened his eyes, exuding a formidable aura. He knelt, pledging his loyalty to Hades, ready to serve under the divine will.