Time flew by, and in a blink of an eye, five years had passed. Outside the majestic tower, an old man and a young woman were conversing.
"Your Highness, your study period has ended. According to regulations, we must send you back. Please be prepared."
An old man, with one foot already in the grave, wearing a Grand Mage's robe, stood shakily before Zeus. Don't misunderstand, this wasn't because Zeus had done anything terrifying to scare him; it was simply that the old man was truly ancient. He was the most senior person in the entire Magic Tower. Don't let his seemingly near-death appearance fool you; with his vitality and magical power, he could still live for another ten years if nothing changed. Now, looking like a frail ninety-year-old, it was already quite remarkable that he could stand and speak to Zeus properly.
"Understood, Teacher."
Based on her divine race's super learning talent, Zeus quickly mastered the magic and origins of this world. It was very magical and particularly interesting. Given Zeus's eighteen or nineteen-year-old appearance, if people knew she had already mastered Origin Magic, it would probably infuriate those who could never utilize their own origins in their entire lives. So, to avoid scaring her teacher to death, Zeus kept this secret.
"Hmm! I hope you can go even further on your path of magic in the future."
The old man looked at Zeus with satisfaction. Originally, he hadn't intended to accept this student. After all, a Grand Mage appearing in the royal family was unthinkable because power, in a way, conflicted with their pursuit of magic. Those who managed power also didn't want too much strength beyond their control, as it would be like a volcano that could erupt at any time. But he hadn't expected Zeus's magical talent to be so strong, which truly stirred his love for talent. He finally decided to teach her everything he knew, and Zeus did not disappoint his efforts. She had now touched the edge of being a Grand Mage (the result of Zeus's concealment), which made him feel greatly assured that there was a successor. At night, he would find a few other old immortals to have a few drinks and then boast endlessly, infuriating those old immortals to the point where they almost rolled up their sleeves and started a big fight.
"Don't worry! I will."
Zeus looked at the carriage waiting outside and politely bid farewell to the teacher who had taught her for five years.
"Then, old man, I won't see you off. I wish Your Highness good fortune in reaching the Root."
"I accept your kind words."
If it were anyone else, they would probably think this blessing was fine, but those who knew the truth of the world knew that unless one had a special soul or origin, let alone peeking into the Root, even taking half a step would mean the annihilation of the soul, completely disappearing from the world.
But Zeus said nothing. After all, the current goal of the mages was too distant for them; it might take a thousand years of pursuit to succeed. Moreover, in about two hundred years, the path of magic would essentially begin to decline. At that time, they would no longer be mages, but sorcerers, a completely different level.
Watching the old man's frail figure shakily walk back into the tower, Zeus also boarded the carriage under the escort of her guards.
"That guy Liang, is he doing alright! He shouldn't have been beaten to death by Nasha, right!"
Sitting in the carriage, looking at the scenery outside, Zeus thought about the past five years. But she genuinely cared about her 'compatriot,' absolutely not just wanting to see a joke.
As Zeus was thinking, she suddenly noticed dozens of people on horseback galloping towards them in the distance.
"(⊙o⊙)... This is simply splendid! It's my first time seeing living bandits!"
Zeus wasn't alarmed at all. Instead, she looked on with great anticipation as they approached, forming an encirclement around the guard 隊. Because she wanted to return discreetly, the guard 隊 was small this time, only twenty-odd people, but each of them was capable of fighting five. It seemed these bandits had truly run into a wall this time.
Just as Zeus was anticipating a fight, a troop of cavalry suddenly appeared from somewhere, chasing after them. It seemed these bandits were being forced to relocate, but they encountered Zeus and her group on the way, so out of professional habit, they stopped Zeus.
"Eh~! This person is…"
Feeling a bit bored by the situation, Zeus looked at the petite figure leading the cavalry. A little surprised, she took a closer look. Wasn't this Artoria? How did she end up here? What a coincidence!
The outcome was obvious: the pitiful bandits were tied to the ground, lamenting their lives.
Artoria, leading the team, chatted briefly with the head guard. Zeus stepped down from the carriage.
"Your Highness, I apologize for frightening you. It is my dereliction of duty."
Seeing Zeus descend, all the guards knelt, and the captain confessed his sins to Zeus.
"It's alright, this isn't your fault. Which country are you from?"
Zeus pardoned them while speaking to Artoria. Was this an act? Artoria was quite young at that time, and probably didn't remember Zeus, so Zeus didn't try to act familiar.
"I am Arthur, and this beautiful lady, you must be Princess Guinevere of the Kingdom of Camelot!"
"How do you know my name?"
Zeus was a little curious how this blockhead knew her name.
"Forgive my rudeness, your beauty is renowned throughout all of Europe."
Artoria admired Zeus's beautiful appearance, nodding to herself. Indeed, her reputation was well-deserved.
"Then, Sir Knight, would you care to visit our country as our guest? You all look tired, so let us express our gratitude!"
Zeus politely invited Artoria. These were mere pleasantries, and she never expected this blockhead to actually accept.
"Then, we shall impose."
Artoria glanced at her knights, nodded, and said without ceremony.
"Then, let's depart!"
Muttering to herself, Zeus thought, what a strange coincidence. To think they would run into each other like this. It seems this is the fated encounter between King Arthur and Guinevere! But it's quite interesting. I wonder how this fellow will propose. I must watch closely! With these thoughts, Zeus's party, along with Artoria and the knights, began their journey towards the Kingdom of Camelot.
In another world, above the thick clouds, there was Mount Olympus, where the gods resided. Further up was the celestial temple, where a goddess of both majesty and wisdom sat in the center of the temple. This place was originally meant for a God King named Zeus, but she had no idea where Zeus currently was.
"Athena."
"Present, Father God."
Accompanying the goddess's words, a cute purple-haired girl walked up from the side.
"Go to the earth and teach the creatures called humans. They are the lives left behind by your Mother Goddess. I hope you take good care of them. Be aware that some shady characters are active in the shadows. I believe your wisdom will surely suppress them. Go, my child!"
After giving two divine artifacts and a set of divine clothing to the purple-haired girl, he dismissed her.
"Zeus, where are you? I miss you so much."
The goddess sat on her divine throne, speaking to her beloved, who was somewhere far away.
"The creations of Mother Goddess? Interesting. I will not allow those shady characters to touch Mother Goddess's things."
With this thought, the purple-haired girl flew down from the divine realm. However, deep in her eyes, a loneliness not matching her age still shone.
"Mother Goddess, where are you? Father God and I miss you so much. Athena misses you."
With deep longing in her heart, Athena flew even faster.
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