The knight in the big world of American TV series

Chapter 2323

To be honest, Georg was shocked when he first saw Zeus.

How sacred and how magnificent that is!

Zeus's entrance was incredibly impressive... of course, all special effects. Although the gods are immortal, the problem is that years of indulgence and lack of ambition have turned him into a greasy, fat man, with a face full of fat, a belly almost like a woman nine months pregnant, and an oily sheen on his face, making him terribly greasy.

It is very, very different from his previous wisdom and prowess.

Zeus was incredibly vain… or rather, none of the gods in the pantheon were without vanity. The only reason many gods maintained their exercise routines was to preserve their physiques. But there were also those who were too lazy to exercise; they didn't need to worry about obesity-related diseases, or rather, diseases were nothing to them.

Zeus was like that.

Laziness, arrogance, selfishness—basically all the flaws of everyone else!
In fact, not only in reality, but even in the myths surrounding him that have been left on Earth, he is just as unreliable!

Zeus doesn't conform to our traditional view of gods. His character is almost that of an ordinary Greek man; in fact, strictly speaking, his character is quite despicable: lustful, unfaithful, and petty. He overthrew his father's rule, yet became another Cronus. His power struggles were no different from those of mortals: marriage alliances, promises, fiefdoms, and the exile and imprisonment of the losers of the Titanomachy. After seizing power, he banished all who dared to oppose him to Hell. Driven by his own selfish desires, he even implemented a plan for humanity's self-destruction (Pandora's Box). Had Prometheus's son Deucalion not received a warning from his father and built a large ship, taking his wife Pyrrha with him, humanity would likely have perished. Zeus wanted all people and gods to submit to him, but this often backfired. His actions were no different from those of a protagonist in a modern-day wish-fulfillment novel—truly drinking the strongest wine and sleeping with the most beautiful women. He was utterly ruthless in his pursuit of this goal (many women/men were imprisoned or exiled through his schemes before he could have sex with them; there were even cases of kidnapping, such as Europa and Ganymede), and he spared no one regardless of their status (aunts, sisters, daughters, granddaughters, great-granddaughters). In the entire pantheon of Greek mythology, almost all important positions were held by Zeus's children, wives, and brothers to maintain his rule. He was a god who craved power (which is somewhat similar to the democratic governments of modern countries).
On Mount Olympus, Zeus's image is complex and multifaceted. He is both the king of the gods and an emotionally rich, sometimes even unstable individual. His relationship with his wife Hera is particularly delicate, filled with love and resentment, understanding and misunderstanding. Zeus says to Hera, "Hera, my dear sister, you know my heart." This statement reveals a certain dependence and yearning for understanding in their relationship. However, Hera's response is, "Your heart? Zeus, what is your heart? Is it your longing for those women?"

This revealed her anger and resentment. She felt betrayed, a feeling stemming from Zeus's entanglements with other women. In this tense atmosphere, Zeus tried to explain his actions, but his words always seemed unable to touch Hera's heart.

He spoke of his power and responsibilities, and the burden of being the king of the gods, trying to justify his actions. Zeus said, "You don't understand, Hera. My role prevents me from being bound to a single love."

Hera responded, "Yes, I don't understand. Does your power give you the right to harm me at will?" This statement, filled with sorrow and disappointment, reveals her profound understanding of Zeus and her despair over his actions.

In this dialogue, the relationship between Zeus and Hera is revealed to be complex and multifaceted, filled with emotional entanglements. Despite his godlike power, Zeus displays vulnerability and inner conflict. Hera, despite her anger and disappointment, still attempts to understand and communicate. Finally, Zeus pauses for a moment, then says, "Perhaps you are right, Hera. I should cherish our relationship more." This statement reveals his self-reflection and his deep respect for Hera's feelings. In this scene, the conversation between Zeus and Hera unveils their complex emotional world, showing that even as gods, they experience human-like emotional struggles.

In Greek mythology, Zeus's love stories are filled with taboos and challenges. His emotional life is intricate, encompassing relationships with numerous gods and mortals, including entanglements with relatives. These stories reflect the complex views of ethics and morality in ancient Greek society, while also showcasing the multifaceted nature of Zeus's character. In these tales, Zeus is portrayed as both the king of the gods and a lover entangled in complicated emotions. His emotional journey is filled with a yearning for love, a challenge to taboos, and a blurred understanding of ethical boundaries. Zeus's attitude towards love is further highlighted in his interactions with a mortal woman. When the woman softly says, "I cannot resist your charm, Zeus," Zeus responds, "Let our love transcend ethical boundaries." This dialogue reflects his fervent pursuit of love while simultaneously revealing his disregard for ethical standards.

Zeus's emotional life included relationships with numerous gods and mortals, including celestials, demigods, and human women. It is estimated that Zeus had over a hundred lovers in Greek mythology, demonstrating his instability and fickleness in matters of the heart.

Even more unbelievable is that Zeus's lovers included not only strangers but also many of his relatives, including cousins, aunts, and even his own daughters and great-granddaughters. This emotional entanglement not only reveals Zeus's unrestrained nature but also reflects the complex exploration of love, power, and morality in Greek mythology. While Zeus's behavior is considered extremely immoral in contemporary thought, in mythology, it is often portrayed as an embodiment of extraordinary power and charm. These stories, while providing entertainment, also prompt reflection on the boundaries of morality and ethics. In Zeus's love stories, each relationship is a story in itself, filled with emotional twists and turns and moral challenges. Zeus's interactions with these women not only demonstrate the complexity of his personality but also reveal a profound exploration of human nature within mythology. These stories portray Zeus's boundless pursuit of love and the ethical challenges and social taboos he faced in the process. Although Zeus was the king of the gods, his love stories are filled with human weaknesses and complexities, offering a deeper understanding of ancient Greek mythology. Beyond the turbulent love stories, the tales of Zeus also encompass struggles and conquests for power. In these narratives, Zeus is not only the king of the gods but also a master of the power game. His stories are filled with complex political and power struggles, reflecting the profound exploration of power and morality in ancient Greek mythology. In one dialogue, Zeus tells a young god, "For the sake of Olympus, I must do this." This statement reveals Zeus's decisiveness and purpose in the power struggle.

The young god's response, "But Zeus, this means betrayal and deception," reflects his questioning of Zeus's decision and exposes the moral conflict on Mount Olympus.

While Zeus's behavior might seem immoral by modern standards, it was widely accepted and admired in his time. In ancient Greek society, it was common for wealthy men to have multiple wives and concubines, and this practice was not only not problematic but also highly praised. This cultural background is reflected in Greek mythology, where many scenes that seem "unacceptable" today were quite popular at the time. Similarly, the tradition of incestuous marriage within the ancient Egyptian royal family influenced the Aegean civilization. These cultural customs are embodied in the story of Zeus, reflecting the complex views of ancient Greek society on power, morality, and social structure. The story of Zeus is not merely a narrative of individual behavior but also a reflection of the social culture and values ​​of the time.

In the game of power, Zeus displays his complexity and contradictions. He is both a ruler with endless desires and audacity, and a character struggling with emotional and moral conflicts.

The political struggles and power games depicted in these stories not only showcase Zeus's power and influence but also reveal his challenges and limitations as a god and leader. The stories of Zeus are an interweaving of power, love, and morality within Greek mythology. Through these tales, we can see the complexities of ancient Greek society and the unique role Zeus played within it. These stories are not merely depictions of individual actions but also profound reflections of the society and culture of the time.

Zeus, as the king of the gods, is a complex and multifaceted figure. He is both a powerful deity who rules the heavens and an ordinary being filled with emotions and desires. His love stories, family conflicts, and power struggles all reflect a microcosm of human society.

Of course, myths are myths after all, and a large part of them are distorted.

The truth is that Zeus was a ruler filled with worldly desires; he was more desireful than anyone else.

This includes the desire for power, sexual desire, and all the flaws that humans possess.

However, these shortcomings were magnified infinitely after arriving at the Pantheon.

Perhaps it's because they've lost their ambition, or perhaps they've compromised with reality.

Like a middle-aged person, you can see the end of the road at a glance.

As people age, middle-aged individuals play increasingly important roles in work, family, and society, while also facing growing pressure and challenges. In this process, some middle-aged people may gradually become "greasy," not just in appearance, but more importantly, in their mindset and behavior. In middle age, everyone experiences a variety of people and events. Over time, middle-aged people inevitably encounter more negative information and the darker side of society. These experiences gradually erode their initial innocence and optimism, making their attitude towards the outside world more realistic, even somewhat pessimistic. Over time, they may lose their pursuit of beautiful things, instead adopting a more pragmatic, even slightly utilitarian, approach to problems. Faced with life's pressures and challenges, some middle-aged people may gradually abandon their principles and bottom lines, resorting to any means to achieve their goals. This behavioral shift often stems from a desire for success or a need to cope with various difficulties in real life. In this situation, they may become increasingly worldly and cynical, even becoming, at times, the kind of person they once least wanted to be. On the other hand, recognizing, understanding, and controlling evil is also essential; "fighting evil with evil" has always been, and will always be, a means of solving problems. In a highly competitive social environment, it is difficult to achieve success or protect one's interests without taking some rather forceful measures. This often leads middle-aged people to resort to less-than-honorable means to achieve their goals, which further exacerbates the "greasy" image associated with them.

That's how Zeus was.

He has accomplished all his goals.

He became the King of the Gods, the true King of the Gods, not the kind of self-aggrandizing person who just shouts in their own territory to satisfy their vanity, but the real King of the Gods.

He established the Pantheon and became its most important leader, effectively becoming the king of the gods.

He also attained immortality!
True immortality.

While on Earth, he claimed to his subjects that gods were immortal and indestructible, but in reality, this was just boasting.

Just like how ancient emperors liked to be called "Long Live the Emperor" by others.

In reality, everyone knows that it's impossible for a person to live to be 10,000 years old.

In fact, very few emperors throughout history have lived past sixty, and those who lived past eighty are extremely rare.

There isn't even a single person over a hundred years old, so where did the idea of ​​someone living to ten thousand years old come from? Not even a single dynasty lasted more than four hundred years. (The Han Dynasty's four hundred years is a special case, because although it's all part of the Han Dynasty, politically speaking, it can't really be considered a single dynasty. The Eastern Han Dynasty, in every respect, was a new dynasty.)

The same applies to the Protoss.

Otherwise, how could Zeus have become the third generation of god-king?

It turns out that everyone before them has already died.

But things are different now; they can truly be immortal.

However, Zeus was unable to go any further.

Although he is known as the King of Gods, in reality, the Pantheon's strength is not even ranked in the vast universe!

He wanted to continue conquering, but the problem was he couldn't win!
Yes, he is immortal!

But actually?
He's living on loans! He has to work for the demons, constantly supplying them with souls!
Doesn't this look a lot like a middle-aged person?

Your career has no future. You may have some status, but you can't advance any further. That's how your life will be.

We can't just give up.

Because I still have loans to pay!
Mortgage payments, car loan payments, and down payments for children, etc.!

This made it impossible for the middle-aged man to give up his predictable career, because if he dared to quit, the bank would immediately teach him a lesson!