Zeus would listen as Rhea described the unhappy condition of the world under Kronos. “He rules by fear. He has no sense of loyalty or trust. This is not the way, my Zeus.” “Doesn’t that make him strong?” “No! It makes him weak. The Titans are his family, his brothers and sisters, nephews and nieces. Already some are beginning to resent his monstrous tyranny. When your time comes you will exploit that resentment.” “Yes, Mother.” “A true leader forges alliances. A true leader is admired and trusted.” “Yes, Mother.” “A true leader is loved.” “Yes, Mother.” “Ah, you laugh at me, but it is true.”
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