Giving meaning to things that have none.
Even transforming this punishment into a heroic feat, making it a matter of glory.
Did Jason help this man named Sisyphus who pushes the boulder?
Evidently, he helped Sisyphus, and it could even be said that he saved him!
Then, did Jason defy the gods' decision and provoke the gods?
No, he did not.
Because from beginning to end, he never touched that boulder once. Even if the gods reacted, they still could not convict Jason.
Rhea fell silent. She looked deeply at Jason before her.
Then, she stepped out from the shadows of the moonlit tree shade.
When her figure fully appeared before Jason, Jason finally got to glimpse Rhea's true appearance, rather than that of a silver-haired old woman.
Thus, Jason was stunned.
What now appeared in Jason's emerald-green eyes was a noble woman dressed in a dark purple gown.
She had a pair of beautiful amethyst eyes and a head of radiant golden hair.
Of course, these were not the reasons that left Jason stunned. What truly stunned him was this person's countenance... He was very familiar with it!
Because it resembled his teacher, the god of craftsmanship Hephaestus, and from Jason's memories, the countenance of Queen Hera!
"Do not worry, child. I am not the person you are imagining."
Then, Rhea looked at Jason whose eyes had slightly widened, as if guessing what was in his mind, stepped forward with a gentle smile, and said: "That child Hera is still on Mount Olympus... She probably will not find you for a short while."
Hearing this, Jason finally breathed a sigh of relief in his heart.
Just now, Jason had thought the person before him was Hera, nearly scaring him into a heart attack...
No, wait? Hera... that child?
Jason blinked his eyes, somewhat dazedly looking at Rhea.
"Child, you are even more outstanding than I imagined... No wonder my children all like you so much."
Rhea came before Jason, reached out on tiptoe to pat Jason's head, then smiled and said: "Do not worry. When I return this time, I will secretly mediate the relationship between you and that child Hera... That child Hera is just unwilling that you were taken away. She actually likes you very much; otherwise, she would not be so angry.
Oh right, my name is Rhea... Do you know me?"
Hearing these words, Jason looked at Rhea who had blinked her eyes at him, and opened his mouth wordlessly.
In his heart, it was as if a towering wave had surged up!
...My goodness.
Looking at this noble and beautiful woman before him, the corners of Jason's mouth could not help twitching slightly.
Evidently, he had already profoundly understood who this goddess was!
Although Jason was not very familiar with Greek mythology, do not forget that upon arriving here, Jason had sought out Chiron for tutoring on the knowledge of this world.
Thus, under the centaur sage Chiron's supplementation, Jason already had impressions of most of the gods in this world.
This person is called Rhea, and she refers to Hera and the others as children... Then evidently, she must be the former queen of the gods, their mother, that Rhea!
Heavens, how did such an ancient great god come out, and the target... is actually me?!
Jason's body trembled slightly, clearly out of fear...
No, wait a moment.
But soon, Jason reacted, looking at Rhea.
Wait, this person is... the mother of Zeus and the others?
"Of course I know you, noble and beautiful Goddess Rhea."
Jason, having calmed down, said this and immediately performed the most noble courtesy toward Rhea, then said earnestly to her: "Because I once heard your noble name from my teacher, Teacher Chiron!"
"Chiron... that child."
Hearing this, Rhea nodded in understanding, then smiled at Jason and said: "Since you know, that is good... I have not appeared for so long; I thought no one would recognize me anymore."
"No, how could that be? Goddess Rhea, your name has always been widely circulated in the world. The people have always revered and loved you!"
"Then what about you, little Jason?" Rhea smiled at Jason.
"To meet the noble goddess you is undoubtedly the greatest honor of my life!" Hearing Jason's response, Rhea let out a light laugh, appearing very pleased.
"It seems that child Hecate has a good child... No wonder so many children want to compete for you."
As Rhea spoke, she patted Jason's head again.
Then, Rhea stepped back two steps, smiled at Jason, and said: "Alright, child, you have stayed with me long enough. It is time for you to continue your journey. As for the oracle that child Athena gave you..."
At this point, Rhea paused slightly.
Then, the next second, Athena's pleasant voice clearly rang in Jason's ear.
"The god of light Apollo is the twin brother of the moon goddess Artemis. Legend has it that at the time of his birth, swans circled him seven times, and the nine most artistic Muses also adored him, often accompanying him at his side.
He represents the light of the world, possesses the most handsome countenance in the world, is the foremost beautiful man in the world, and is the most radiant male divinity among the gods. Even the god-king Zeus, or the lord of the underworld Hades, Poseidon and the others, feel inferior to Apollo.
And this is the god of light Apollo.
In this world, no one can resist Apollo's charm. He can almost obtain anything he desires, but...
Listen well, Jason.
The god of light Apollo, though he is the most radiant, the one who appears the most blessed among the gods, in truth... he is the most tragic god!
Because the thing he most wants to obtain, he has never obtained!"
Though he is the most radiant, the one who appears the most blessed among the gods, but in truth the most tragic god...
After the voice of the oracle from Athena to Jason faded, a trace of doubt emerged in Jason's eyes.
At the same time, he felt somewhat helpless in his heart.
He could tell that Athena evidently enjoyed this 'game' process very much. Last time with Hephaestus's matter was the same; she had to speak in riddles like this. Was it not tiring...
But at the same time, Jason understood that the oracle given by Athena was bound to be reliable.
So evidently, the thing he most wants but has never obtained... these words were clearly the key!
Just as Jason was pondering these things, his face was suddenly illuminated by the glow of flames. Subconsciously looking up.
Jason then saw the beautiful woman Rhea who had waved her hand to conjure a bonfire, sat down by the fire, and smiled at him...
This scene so familiar instantly disrupted Jason's train of thought, making the corners of his mouth twitch slightly.
No, you are coming too!