In the first part of "Cruel Tribute," King Minos is seeking revenge for the murder of his only son Androgeos. When he asks the elders if King Aegeus has a son he can offer as tribute, he is given a negative answer.
However, King Aegeus did have a son, and by not confessing his existance, he allows his son, Theseus to continue living in Troezen, where he became a hero.
The correct answer for this question would be the third option. In part one of “Cruel Tribute,” King Aegeus’s actions affect the advancement of the plot since he <span>causes the birth of a hero in Troezen. Hope this is the answer that you are looking for. </span>
