"It seems that Lord Rhodes has finally taken action."
Themistocles had had many contacts with Rhodes before. As an old-generation general of the Athenian navy and the oracle of the sea god, how could Themistocles not go to see him? And Rhodes' innocent and kind personality also left a deep impression on Themistocles. However, for some unknown reason, Rhodes suddenly betrayed Athens and went to the Byzantine Kingdom. This matter has always been a mystery in Themistocles' heart. However, he has always simply thought that Rhodes's innocence is unlikely to directly participate in the battle.
Especially this kind of naval battle.
If Rhodes participated in this kind of battle, he would be committing massacre.
Does she want her hands to be stained with the blood of innocent soldiers?
But now it seems that perhaps Rhodes has changed.
"Sir, we should..."
"By now……"
Themistocles wanted to keep the fleet moving forward.
But at this moment, the strong wind on the sea surface became more violent, and it was so strong that Themistocles could hardly open his eyes. When he slowly raised his head, he saw that something had suddenly changed on the sea surface. On the rough sea surface, something suddenly surged up from under the sea surface. At this time, a giant snake-like existence suddenly appeared on the sea surface.
"This is……"
Themistocles' eyes widened.
"Hydra, Hydra!?"
"It's Hydra!!!"
In the eyes of Themistocles.
The huge monster with nine heads that emerged from the water was undoubtedly the legendary nine-headed Hydra.
Each of its heads was similar to that of a snake, and each of its bodies was very strong and 100 meters long. Nine heads emerged from the sea, and each head was as big as the bow of a warship. It was estimated that when it opened its mouth, it could easily bite the Athenian warships. The entire fleet became very small in front of it. Seeing this scene, Themistocles couldn't help but gasp. He knew that this sea monster must not have appeared suddenly, but was summoned by Rhodes in front of him.
"It's over..."
“We’re dead—!”
"My lord! My lord!"
The Athenian soldiers panicked.
Themistocles, standing at the bow, took a deep breath.
Hydra, Hydra.
Rod, Rod, you are really amazing.
In the storm, the Hydra's silhouette was very blurry, but the sense of oppression was something Themistocles had never felt before. This legendary creature, which only existed in myths and epics, was said to have been defeated and killed by Hercules. It was the most famous of the twelve tasks that Hercules undertook from King Eurysus of Mycenae. Many people know this story. After Hercules killed the Nemean Lion, his next opponent was the nine-headed Hydra.
But if the myth is true.
So why, Hydra is still alive.
Wasn't it dealt with by Hercules?
People looked at the huge monster in front of them in horror. The intense fear had completely destroyed their courage. But it was not their fault. After all, facing such a monster, no matter who it was, they would be particularly scared.
And this time.
The nine-headed Hydra suddenly spoke:
"Humanity--!"
"Stop your ships and surrender to my master!"
"I forgive your disrespect!"
"Otherwise, I will completely destroy your fleet and chew up all your bodies!"
Upon hearing this, Themistocles took a deep breath.
Good man, he really obeys Rhodes' orders.
Although Rhodes was an oracle, no one could have imagined that he could summon the monster that could fight Hercules on equal terms at that time, the nine-headed Hydra. How powerful was the divine power that allowed Rhodes to summon this big guy? With a strong shock in his heart, Themistocles knew that the other party had given him a way out. If he continued to move forward, not to mention how terrifying the nine-headed Hydra was, his soldiers and generals would probably not allow it.
Then Themistocles raised his hand.
"All troops, stop advancing."
"Yes Yes!"
Upon hearing this, the nervous officers below felt as if they had been pardoned.
Themistocles turned his back and looked at his fleet.
It seems that the Athenian fleet has come to an end.
Soon, the Athenian fleet stopped advancing, all the oars of the warships stopped rowing, and the sails were retracted. All the soldiers and officers stood on the deck, nervously looking at the nine-headed Hydra in front of them. Perhaps seeing the Athenian warships stop resisting, the nine-headed Hydra soon sank into the water, and then the storm gradually became much smaller, and the waves gradually calmed down. Not long after, the sea surface, which was still turbulent and full of dangers just now, became as calm as before.
Amyntas looked at this scene in surprise.
"The other side surrendered!"
"Humph."
Rhodes pinched his waist proudly.
"I must be awesome."
"As expected of Lord Rhodes!"
Amyntas asked curiously, "Was that really the Nine-headed Hydra just now? I must tell my children that I actually saw the Nine-headed Hydra with my own eyes!"
"That's not it."
Rhodes explained with a wry smile.
"I don't have the ability to summon it. I used sea water to simulate its appearance. Because it was a storm just now, no one could tell that it was actually a fake nine-headed Hydra. And the voice that Hydra spoke just now was actually my voice. These are just some tricks I did with my divine power."
"Ah, it turns out to be fake."
"correct."
Amyntas felt a little lost.
“I thought it was real…”
"Should I not have told the truth just now?"
"No no!"
Amyntas patted his chest.
"In short, now that the enemy has been successfully dealt with, everyone is happy that this incident was resolved peacefully. Lord Rhodes, you have really made a great contribution!"
"No, no, these are what I should do."
Rhodes also laughed happily.
"I completed Sissi's mission."
"Yes."
Originally, if it were Rhodes before, if the Athenian army launched such an attack, Rhodes would have to fight back.
Chapter 7, Section 5: Hilde in Coma
Use waves and waterspouts to attack enemy warships.
But now Rhodes.
After obtaining the power of the Ocean Goddess, Rhodes possessed a much stronger ability to control the ocean than before.
So, Rhodes thought of this trick just now.
In her memory, the image of the nine-headed Hydra suddenly appeared. Although Rhodes didn't know where he had seen the nine-headed Hydra, he felt that if this very famous monster suddenly appeared on the sea, it would put a lot of pressure on the Athenians, forcing them to surrender. In the end, Rhodes really used sea water and waves to simulate the nine-headed Hydra, and finally really frightened the Athenians and his own people. He was able to use his own strength to resolve this battle with as few casualties as possible.
Rod was very proud.
She gently placed her hand on the hilt of the sword.
Thank you, Master Tethis!
Just when Rhodes was grateful to Taisis in his heart.
Amyntas also noticed the strange-looking sword.
"Lord Rhodes, what is this sword?"
"Ah, this is... a new weapon given to me by Lord Poseidon." Rhodes said proudly, "The reason why my trident fell into the sea just now is because Lord Poseidon was in it. He took me to visit the ruins of Atlantis, gave me more powerful strength, and this Sea Serpent Sword!"
"Lord Rhodes!"
Amyntas immediately knelt on one knee in excitement.
"It seems that you are truly blessed by God."
“You, you…”
"It is a blessing for the Byzantine Kingdom to be recognized by both Lady Athena and Lord Poseidon at the same time." Amyntas raised his head and said excitedly, "Your Majesty Hilde possesses the supreme power of Lady Athena, and now, Lord Rhodes has also obtained the powerful power of Lord Poseidon. Looking at this, there is no one in the world who can be a rival to our Byzantine Kingdom."
"However, the use of power is conditional."
Rhodes smiled and squatted down.
Looking at Amyntas in front of him.
"Only when you use your strength in the right place can it be considered real strength."
"Yes Yes……"
"Lord Poseidon said that he hopes I can continue to be gentle and kind, and not use my powerful divine power for war and killing. I also don't want my hands to be stained with the blood of innocent people." Rhodes smiled and looked at the Athenian fleet not far away. "Just like today, being able to solve this matter while minimizing the losses is the result I want most. It's great that we succeeded in the end."
"Your Majesty would be very happy if he knew."
"Yup!"
Rhodes also began to look forward to it.
"Sister Sissi, what expression will you show?"
"Your Majesty will surely be delighted!"
In Rhodes' mind.
I have already started to think about how I should tell Hilde about this matter.
When Hilde knew that she had the godhood of Thesis and was already a demigod, and at the same time, she had the ability to be invincible on the sea, what expression would Hilde show? Would she feel that there was finally someone who could help her deal with some difficult problems, and she didn't need to run around every day?
Possessing such power.
Rod was very happy.
She just felt that she was finally able to help Hilde, and that was the most important thing.
Possessing such a power.
Rhodes could be like Xerxes, like Hilde.
He even possesses abilities that rival those of gods.
As he thought about it, Rhode suddenly remembered that the fight in Athens should have already started, and he didn't know what the situation was like in Hilde. Rhode was a little worried, so he said to Amyntas, "I'll leave the fleet here to you. It shouldn't be in any danger. I'm a little worried about the situation in Athens, so I'll go over and take a look first."
"Okay, Lord Rhodes."
Amyntas nodded.
"Good luck."
"Well, after you accept the fleet, remember to take control of Delos."
"Yes!"
Delos is Athens' most important overseas base.
It has to be controlled no matter what.
By controlling Delos, the trade routes in the western Aegean Sea could be controlled. In this way, Hilde basically turned the entire Aegean Sea into the inland sea of the Byzantine Empire. In this way, the Byzantine Empire had a huge advantage in the Aegean Sea, and this advantage would naturally turn into a strategic advantage when attacking Persia.
Rhode had learned these strategic knowledge from Alcibiades and Herodotus. Although he did not understand them very well, he knew the importance of them. So, after deciding on this matter, Rhode's next move was to rush to Hilde's place and tell her the news of the navy's victory. By the way, he would see if he could help Hilde in any way.
With this longing.
Rhodes set out for Athens.
Outside Athens.
