Chapter 255: Chapter 61 Awakening
The Sun Chariot had already reached the west, and the afterglow of the sunset painted the earth with a layer of golden varnish. The Afterthinker’s residence wasn’t far from the human tribes, yet it was separated by a wide river.
This river had been born at the turn of an era, as a result of the residual effects of two Ancient Gods clashing; hence, it had no River God. Instead, a double-headed beast tainted with the blood of the Sea God occupied it.
Under the intimidation of the beast, there were no traces of human activity in this place, even though it was only separated by one river.
But today, three distinct-looking but splendidly dressed goddesses arrived here. They were clad in gemstone-studded gowns, crowns of flowers on their heads, and holding bouquets, radiating an aura of beauty and joy.
When they stood together, even the deserted riverbank seemed like the site of a winding streamside feast, eliciting a sense of heartfelt pleasure.
“Aglaea, why did Father God make us visit a mortal?”
With a slightly arrogant expression, Thalia complained to her youngest sister.
“She is not a mortal, Thalia, she is Pandora, blessed by all the gods.”
With a serene smile, Aglaea quietly explained.
“What’s the difference? She was created by gods, and so were humans. Does being blessed by the gods make her divine?”
Feeling unconvinced, Thalia, the oldest and most mature-looking among them, actually knew that Pandora was not just any mortal, but regardless, she could not be considered a god’s equal.
Yet such a person had received a blessing from all the gods, something she had never enjoyed.
She was a life blessed by the gods; a mere dress was not worth concerning herself with.
“I am Aglaea, and these are my two sisters. We have come to visit the brother of the Forethinker.”
Aglaea said with a polite smile.
“Then please come in, ladies. I have heard of your names. Unfortunately, Epimetheus left not long ago, saying he would be gone for quite some time.”
Stepping forward, Pandora opened the gate to the garden and spoke.
“Is that so... That is indeed unfortunate.”
With a slight smile, Aglaea pulled her somewhat reluctant sister into the garden.
Bright, vibrant flowers bloomed unseasonably along the sides of the path paved with fine stones, courtesy of Demeter’s blessing, making Pandora’s surroundings perpetually flourish with flowers, eternal like spring.
Entering the garden, Aglaea casually started a conversation while observing the environment and layout.
“On a daily basis, is it just you and Prince Epimetheus living here? It must feel a bit lonely.”
“Not just us, there’s also my daughter Pitha, who was recently born. Furthermore, Deucalion often visits us.”
Pandora spoke of Deucalion with a hint of regret.
“He did not inherit his parents’ powers, and his divinity is almost nonexistent. As a completely ordinary demigod, he also lives with us in the Mortal Realm.”