Chapter 118: Divine Twelve Laws
In her petite soft hand, she was still idly holding a Golden Apple, tossing it up and down from time to time, her actions carrying a childish irritation.
Her nape leaned weakly against the armrest of the Divine Throne, reclining backward powerlessly, revealing her slender white jade neck, along with the bright spring scenery exposed before her due to her disheveled clothes, appearing especially alluring.
Her pair of verdant indigo eyes now appeared somewhat vacant, staring emptily at the dome of the Divine Palace, her eyes now full of mental exhaustion, both helpless and powerless, with deep worry and resentment.
She had been in this state for a long time.
Until she keenly sensed the familiar divine power fluctuations of her children, perceiving that They were heading inside the Hall, she quickly jolted, straightening her posture.
She swiftly tossed the Golden Apple in her hand behind the Divine Seat, then at the fastest speed, recovered her dignified majestic, serious sitting posture, waiting silently for the children to enter.
This elegant noble, majestic graceful appearance, and the previous dejection, were simply like two different gods!
She naturally also knew what these children had come for; she really did not want to go to Olympus, she really did not want to see Zeus now.
‘Zeus, just as much of a bastard as His Father God!’ she cursed inwardly.
Although she had calmed down over this past period, her sulk had not yet dissipated!
However, when the many Primal Titans entered the Hall together, one by one calling out to the Mother Goddess both kindly and respectfully, with extremely sincere smiles on their faces, earnestly begging and inviting her.
No matter how much she did not want to go, she had to go.
Facing the joint invitation from all her remaining children, the Mother Goddess of All Things, even if she did not want to go to Olympus now, could only set off amidst the escort of the Gods.
‘Damn Zeus brat!’
She could only curse like this inwardly, while her face still had to show a satisfied and gratified appearance.
Great Mother Goddess, compromising yet again.
When Gaia arrived, Zeus had already led the Gods to wait in front of the Hall.
As soon as He saw Gaia, His face bloomed with the most brilliant sunny smile, enthusiastically striding forward to welcome her, giving more than enough face.
‘Didn’t want to come, but still had to come.’
Zeus was smug inwardly; an old mother full of soft spots, there were too many methods to handle her!
To deal with Gaia, I have nine hundred methods! Nine hundred!
Zeus full of smiles, incomparably sunny, He strode forward, opening His arms, and hugged Gaia quickly and powerfully.
This sudden hug even made the Mother Goddess of All Things somewhat uncomfortable.
Flattering words came from His glib tongue: “Respected, great, illustrious Mother Goddess! The establishment of Cosmic Order, such a matter concerning the existence of all things, how can it be without Your guidance and witness? You are the foundation of all things, the source of all things!”
Facing Zeus’s such fervent enthusiasm, and respect that seemed very sincere no matter how one looked, Gaia’s originally sullen heart truly felt much better.
She even began to consider Zeus’s difficulties inwardly: ‘Thinking about it, this child is not easy either, bearing such a heavy burden, many things are unavoidable, and he is not in control of his own actions.’
With Zeus giving so much face, already so humble, she could not continue keeping a cold face.
On her majestic aloof pretty face, finally appeared the first genuine smile after the war: “Noble Son of Cronus, with you and the Gods, you will certainly be able to govern the Universe well; I believe the World will also become even better, so why should I interfere unnecessarily?”
Zeus gently shook His head, full of humble posture, and said warmly: “Great Mother Goddess, we are all still too young, with shallow experience. You are the foundation of the World, the ancestor of the Gods, the origin of everything in the Universe.”
“Every major process in the Universe cannot be without Your precious experience teachings and selfless guidance. Your existence itself is the foundation of the Universe’s breeding!”
Zeus spared no flattery in his words, extremely respectful.
After all, in a moment he would have to cut Gaia’s authority again, so for now, say more good words, to avoid an ugly scene.
A Great Mother Goddess like Gaia has always been one who eats soft but not hard.
Good words cost nothing, no big deal, just coax her.
Zeus’s posture was still very effective; at least the Mother Goddess of All Things’s sulk had indeed dissipated quite a bit, now recalling Zeus’s good points.
With the divine quality Zeus displayed, saying he would release the children later, it might not really be fake.
This child’s divine quality is indeed no problem.
Just like this, in perfect harmony, the Gods escorted Gaia into the Hall.
Everything smooth!
When the Mother Goddess of All Things stepped into the main council Hall amidst the escort of Zeus and the Gods, the silent gaze exchange between Rhea and Zeus, in just an instant, already mutual understanding, perfectly tacit.
Rhea Mother Goddess, with her consistent elegance and wisdom, naturally and imperceptibly guided the Mother Goddess of All Things, kindly inviting her to sit on her former Divine Seat.
The Mother Goddess of All Things had absolutely no objection; after all, though her seniority and reverence were high, she absolutely could not sit in the main seat where Zeus sat—if she really did that, today’s Grand Ceremony of the Gods would not proceed, and they would immediately start fighting again.
And sitting side by side with the God King was not quite appropriate either—what would that look like?
Now, sitting in the first seat to the right side below Zeus was already sufficient to demonstrate status and reverence; this was the most appropriate arrangement.
Moreover, if Zeus had spoken to arrange it, it would not be quite appropriate either, since Zeus was not yet the God King; Rhea Mother Goddess’s initiative was truly taking care of both sides.
As Gaia sat down, the other Gods tacitly moved back one seat each in sequence, with Rhea Mother Goddess only below Gaia.
At this moment, all the supreme Gods in the Universe were finally completely gathered.
The Gods’ divine bodies relaxed, every Divine Seat reflecting immortal radiance, the entire Divine Palace permeated with the majestic aura of laws and power, the Gods even more solemn, the entire Hall’s atmosphere falling into absolute solemnity and seriousness.
Zeus, His profound golden eyes slowly swept over every solemn and serious God in the Hall.
Inside the Hall, at this moment it was silent, only the faint light of divine power flowing from the many Great Gods gently leaping in the air, all the Great Gods’ gazes converged on Zeus, awaiting that declaration to open the New Era.
Zeus, with a magnificent voice filled with Power of Thunder, with absolute solemn majesty, broke the silence of the Divine Palace: “For the future order of the Universe, we must learn from all the errors and lessons of the past order; those paths leading to Chaos and Destruction, we absolutely must not tread again!”
Zeus’s voice grew even louder, echoing throughout the entire Olympus Divine Mountain:
“From this moment on, the new foundational order of the Universe shall take justice as its cornerstone, fairness as its guideline, justice as its direction, integrity as its bond, harmony as its goal, balance as its criterion, benevolence as its nourishment, and life as its core!”
“These eight points are the supreme principles of the New Order, aimed at thoroughly cleansing the old Chaos’s cruelty, forging eternal harmony and prosperity for the Universe!”
“This is my, Zeus’s, solemn promise to the myriad Gods, all things, and all spirits of the Universe, and also the supreme mission shared by the Gods!”
Zeus paused slightly, letting this earth-shaking declaration echo in the Gods’ hearts.
Then, His gaze sharpened, and He said solemnly: “Now, I will formally determine the basic principles of the New Order. Any God with objections may propose valuable opinions to jointly perfect this immortal foundation of Cosmic Order, bringing it to perfection, eternal and indestructible!”
The Gods’ expressions became even more solemn and serious, listening intently to Zeus’s words, no God daring the slightest slackness at this moment.
Zeus’s high and majestic words slowly resounded in the majestic sacred Divine Palace:
“First, all Gods equally possess the right to enjoy the Universe’s glory; the Universe’s abundance and splendor shall be the Gods’ shared wealth and eternal Paradise. This is the immortal foundation of the New Order, aimed at eliminating the old dictatorship’s deathly stillness, laying the foundation for the myriad Gods’ joint governance and prosperity.”
“Second, the Universe is the Gods’ shared precious home, relying on the Gods’ power to maintain its vitality and integrity. Therefore, the Gods must not casually destroy the Universe and the World; any destruction must be repaired, and punishment accepted based on specific circumstances.”
“Third, every God enjoys their supreme honor and exclusive authority, bestowed by Laws, sacred and inviolable. Other Gods must not seize it by any means, nor maliciously infringe or usurp His divine authority. This law aims to ensure every God’s independence, dignity, and origin, eradicating the old Devouring Laws and plundering of power’s bloody atrocities, ensuring the Gods’ long-term peace and stability, and Cosmic harmony.”
“Fourth, the Gods are permitted to freely gestate new laws and enjoy corresponding honors in the World. However, such gestation is only allowed within their own scope of authority, or without conflicting association with other Gods’ authorities. Absolutely no destruction or devouring of existing laws, nor erosion of other Gods’ laws in any form. This law aims to eradicate the root of usurpation and disorder, ensuring the soundness and sustained development of the Cosmic Laws system.”
“Fifth, the Gods enjoy the honors and power of their corresponding authorities, but must also resolutely fulfill the sacred duties endowed by their respective authorities. The Universe is the Gods’ eternal wealth and shared home; the Gods must actively construct the Universe, promote the evolution of all things, contribute their own abilities, creating infinite vitality and prosperity. Glory and responsibility go hand in hand, complementing each other, which is the sacred way and eternal truth.”
“Sixth, the Gods’ authorities are their own, all honors sacred and inviolable! However, the Universe jointly created by the Gods, under the premise of not harming the Gods’ respective authorities, should be generously shared in its endless beauty and abundance. This is the principle of harmonious co-governance, aimed at promoting cooperative sharing rather than isolation and opposition; only with the Gods united in heart and advancing together can we create a more brilliant future.”
“Seventh, the Gods’ authorities may be freely used within their own rights, but such use must take maintaining the Universe’s stability, balance, and the well-being of all things as the highest consideration. No form of influence on the Universe’s normal operation or harm to the Universe is allowed. Any behavior possibly leading to disorder of laws or withering of life will be strictly scrutinized and stopped. This is the sacred constraint on power, to ensure the eternal prosperity of the Gods’ home and the unending vitality of all things.”
“Eighth, war between Gods is prohibited, and extreme force must not be used to resolve disputes. If the Gods have any disputes, they must be adjudicated under the God King’s judgment, and undergo fair trial witnessed by the Gods in the sacred council of the Gods, to maintain the harmonious order of Sacred Justice and supreme dignity. Violators will suffer the God King’s severe punishment, with no connivance!”
“Ninth, the Gods shall take Cosmic harmony and balance as their duty, jointly maintaining the coordination of all laws between Heaven and Earth. Any behavior disrupting balance and endangering the Universe’s foundation shall be regarded as the greatest offense against Sacred Order, a blasphemy and betrayal of the Origin of the Universe. The Gods must unite as one, with supreme power and pure wisdom, ensuring the Universe’s eternal harmony and prosperity.”
“Tenth, the continuation of sacred bloodlines is the foundation of the Universe’s existence, and also the foundation of the World’s prosperity. The Gods should actively breed sacred bloodlines, continue the legacy of sacred laws, further strengthening the perfection and prosperity of Cosmic Laws. This is the fundamental root of the World’s immortal prosperity; the Gods are earnestly requested to keep it in mind and put it into action.”
“Eleventh, the Gods shall promote the radiance of wisdom and knowledge, encourage the exploration of laws and revelation of mysteries, to elevate divinity and expand the Universe. Any act hindering the spread of knowledge or obscuring truth contradicts the spirit of the New Order. The God King will provide protection for the path of seeking knowledge, aspiring for the Universe’s myriad phenomena to be perfect, comprehensive, and reach the supreme realm.”
“Twelfth, the Gods shall take truth as the foundation, act openly and uprightly, absolutely no vain deceptions or tricks to disrupt Cosmic Order. The sacred pacts and covenants established between Gods are all witnessed and bound by the God King and the Cosmic Gods’ laws, sacred and inviolable. Any abandonment of oaths or breaking of covenants shall be regarded as open provocation against Sacred Order, suffering severe and irreversible punishment. Integrity and pacts are the cornerstone of the New Era Gods’ interactions!”
