Chapter 170: Cultivation

Chapter 170: Cultivation

Over the next month, Hades spent his days understanding some matters of the Kingdom, while also simply accompanying his children and cultivating connections with them.

At night, Hades indulged with his beauties, once again embarking on his extravagant path, unrestrainedly releasing the desires accumulated over three years.

Among them was a newcomer, Metis, the daughter of the Kingdom Grand Advisor.

Inheriting the Kingdom Grand Advisor's astonishing wisdom/intelligence, she possessed unique insights into the development of many areas within the Kingdom, a genius akin to a female Zhuge Liang.

"As the Kingdom develops, many areas are different from before. The Family's approach to the development of young people must also change."

"What are your thoughts regarding the cultivation of these children of yours, Hades?"

In a leisurely courtyard situated in the center of a garden, Hades and his uncle Bane sat facing each other.

Facing Bane's question, Hades didn't think too much.

"Regarding the matter of cultivation, the Family has its own methods, but everyone must join the Royal Military Academy to study."

"Let them start at age six. My children don't need to be useless. Their prestige will also begin to be established at the Royal Military Academy."

The Royal Military Academy, though called a military academy, is actually a general term encompassing everything.

 Even if one doesn't have the talent to pursue the path of a Strongman, they can choose other paths.

However, joining is the most basic requirement.

Going forward, in the future, to obtain a high position in the Kronos Kingdom, one must have a record from the Royal Military Academy.

Without it, they will be considered outside personnel.

It is conceivable that the Kingdom's elites in the future will basically all be born from the Royal Military Academy.

"How are the children of those Cadres?"

Hades hadn't forgotten the powerful genes of his Subordinates.

Compared to searching for outstanding talent among the several tens of millions in the Kingdom.

These readily available ones were undoubtedly more convenient.

These Monsters among Pirates had already stood out in the great sifting of the World.

"Although still young, a few have already begun to show excellent talent in their bodies."

"According to your idea, they should join the Royal Military Academy to study with Ignis and his group in the same batch."

Bane's words were full of praise.

 Hades' actions had brought many excellent prospects to the Kronos Kingdom, and they would ultimately become the Kingdom's powerful combatants.

Of course, even more outstanding were the children who inherited Hades' terrifying bloodline.

Possessing Hades' bloodline, even the least capable would have an extremely high minimum standard.

Compared to other factions, the Kronos Kingdom already held a leading position solely in terms of future.

"That's good. In a few more years, I should return once more and let them see their children as well."

"They" naturally referred to the Cadres of the Pluto Pirates.

 Furthermore, Hades was aware that his actions had also given Hades inspiration.

Currently, a portion of Honeycomb Island's "Pleasure Quarter" is secretly controlled by the Kronos Kingdom.

This is done through Netherworld or the King of Arms' Underworld Forces.

They aim to obtain the genes of some powerful Pirates through this method, thereby cultivating children with great potential.

Under normal circumstances, "legitimate" organizations would perform sterilization surgery or have special ways to prevent pregnancy.

This is actually controllable, but with enough attempts, there will always be times when someone gets pregnant.

Although this method is unsavory and cannot be exposed, it is very effective.

This kind of dark work is something Hades frequently does.

"These children are key cultivation targets for the Kingdom; there will be no mistakes."

Regardless of whether these Pirates care about their children, connections will eventually form.

 Moreover, the vast majority of members already know about the existence of their children and are filled with expectation.

Hades didn't ask further.

 Regarding these matters, the Kingdom would only be more proficient than him.

"Then how will the Devil Fruits be distributed?"

Bane asked.

 The Kingdom had collected many Devil Fruits over the years, and Hades had also obtained some precious Devil Fruits through his own methods and the Exchange.

The quality of Devil Fruits varies, making distribution a problem.

 The Kingdom had talent it needed to cultivate, and Hades also had so many children.

Bane was also asking a question: did Hades have the idea of letting them eat Devil Fruits early?

"At least wait until they are ten years old, assess their potential, and then consider their own opinions."

Hades would not show favoritism because of this.

There are only a few powerful abilities.

 Without sufficient potential, eating a Devil Fruit would just be a waste.

Hades would not waste powerful abilities on those who are unworthy, even if they were his own children.

He trusted his bloodline, but acknowledged that among them, there would inevitably be "ordinary people" who couldn't compare to those Monsters.

 This was a fact.

Each person's personal wishes are different; not everyone wants to eat a Devil Fruit.

They are too young now.

 After studying and accumulating enough knowledge, they will naturally choose the ability most suitable for them.

Devil Fruits are precious strategic supplies; the utilization rate of each one must be maximized.

And he was very much looking forward to the growth of his children.

It was time to go.

 Hades walked outside, ascended into the air, continuously stepping on the air, elegantly walking towards the sky as if strolling in a courtyard.

On the other side, Titan had already said goodbye to his four-year-old child, Tyr.

Transforming into Glutton, he flew into the air, rapidly flying towards Hades' direction.

Landing on Titan's back, they ascended to an altitude of several thousand meters, gradually moving away from the Kronos Kingdom.

Now, it was not the time for his true return.

(end of chapter)