"But I can't wait to see you and Persephone's child. Are you and Persephone in the same situation? If you need my help, I can kindly teach you how to give birth to a child."
"Demeter… what do you mean…?"
"What do I mean… really… do I have to say it out loud? Moran, you should know, right? If this is a responsibility I need to fulfill, I would be more than happy to."
Moran instinctively felt uneasy.
Demeter's eyes were filled with passionate intensity, different from her usual gentle demeanor, bursting with fervor.
Her fingers, soft as silk, curled around.
Just as she was about to touch Moran's chest, Persephone, who had been hiding behind him, stepped forward.
"Umm… Mom… what are you and Moran talking about… I don't understand at all…?"
"Hehe, we are talking about adult matters. Persephone, you will learn about it one day."
Demeter withdrew her hand.
She interpreted Moran's attitude as shyness and embarrassment.
As for matters like childbirth—
Demeter believed there was nothing shameful about it; if the child didn't understand, she could demonstrate it herself.
[From Demeter's serious attitude]
[It was clear that she indeed wanted to see you and Persephone's offspring, and even planned to attempt to teach.]
[Considering the poor ethical views in Greek mythology]
[It is not hard to guess that Demeter might indeed push you down and demonstrate in front of Persephone.]
[Persephone's last words]
[In a way, also provided you with a way out.]
[Demeter is not only a deeply loving goddess, but her grace and beauty are also undeniable.]
[No man would be unmoved by her.]
[If she really took that unimaginable step, you wouldn't know how dark that future would be.]
[You are grateful that it didn't develop that way.]
[Afterward, to prevent this awkward atmosphere from continuing, you decisively chose to change the subject.]
[You spoke about the previous simulations.]
[The contradictory truths of the Greek machine gods, and the high probability that Zeus would attempt to seize power in the future.]
[You informed Demeter and Persephone of all this.]
"Is that so… the contradictions of the machine gods lie here… and is that the conclusion Zeus ultimately reached? How terrifying…"
Demeter sighed.
Yet, her eyes remained bright.
"If that's the case… I cannot accept Zeus as a god.
The judgments he makes are simply not wishing for the children to grow, wanting to keep you as adorable fledglings in his hands forever, such things… I cannot accept."
Demeter expressed a resolute attitude.
She finally understood why she had seen fragmented information earlier; it must have been from a version of herself at some point in time.
It was not some fictional dream.
In that timeline, she was forcibly usurped of divine authority, committing the sin of causing Persephone's death.
And thus, she fell into madness.
"Demeter, I have already allied with Hades, Ares, Artemis, and Hephaestus. I do not intend to become a plaything in Zeus's hands… will you lend me a hand?"
Moran asked the key question for this visit.
No longer with the deceptive nature of before, but straightforwardly asking Demeter.
Upon hearing the names of these four machine gods, Demeter was somewhat surprised.
However, that surprise quickly turned into delight.
She believed Moran could do it.
"I have only one answer. Allowing Zeus to do this is to deprive you and Persephone of the possibility of your future children growing up. As long as it is to protect you and Persephone, I would be willing to sacrifice everything… my body, life, and true form are all acceptable."
Demeter's response was filled with determination.
There was not a trace of fear in her words.
"Protecting children is a mother's responsibility. You can rest assured to leave this matter to me. I will protect you and Persephone, and will not let the mad Zeus harm you in the slightest."
"I believe in you, Demeter…"
Moran looked at Demeter, who had a radiant smile.
She truly wanted to protect him.
Even in the face of death, she was unafraid.
That love was the most genuine maternal love.
Since Moran had taken on such a heavy burden, it was the first time he received such care and affection from someone else.
It felt like a warm current flowing into his heart.
At the same time, he was worried about Demeter in this state.
"…Demeter, don't be too strong. Zeus is the most powerful god among you. If you act rashly, it won't be easy for you."
"Hmm, I and the other gods are aware that Zeus is the flagship of the Olympus fleet and the only interstellar annihilation-type battle fortress. I will be careful—Zeus truly underestimates humanity."
[Demeter still appeared gentle and beautiful]
[But, her aura now contained a determination that was absent before, an attitude reserved for enemies.]
[She had already regarded Zeus as an enemy.]
[Now, there were five machine gods standing on your side.]
[If Hephaestus could also ally with the goddess of love, Aphrodite, then the number of the anti-god alliance could reach six pillars.]
[Gathering half of the main gods of Greece—]
[Compared to any previous simulation, you had the greatest odds this time.]
[After learning the information you provided,]
[Demeter no longer relaxed.]
[You and Persephone left the temple of the harvest goddess, and Demeter did not try to keep you.]
[She believed this was the best for you and Persephone.]
[If possible, Demeter hoped to rely on just one opportunity to unite with all the machine gods.]
[Together, they would take down the mad Zeus.]
[However, this matter was not as simple as it sounded, even with five machine gods forming an alliance.]
[They did not have a great chance against Zeus.]
[This matter must be planned carefully.]
[The twilight of the Greek gods was approaching quickly.]
[Demeter felt that keeping Persephone by her side was clearly not a good choice.]
[Fortunately, her daughter had someone to rely on.]
[Thus, Demeter did not need to have any concerns; she could devote herself to this battle.]
[There was only one thing she wanted to achieve.]
[As a mother, she wanted to protect the future of both of you.]