Dark Saintess
Draft
Lyra
'Where... Where did things went wrong? H-how could they not trust me?'
A woman in her 20s was tied in a place she isn't aware of. Tied up in chains because she was accused of attempting for murder which she admits she didn't do such thing.
Yet who would believe her when she's already a criminal labeled in the eyes of everyone who once gave her respect and love?
She gave them her everything of her.
It was taken away by thieves who call themselves innocent hiding in the shadows.
She doesn't know the culprit of her downfall.
A snicker of sarcastic laugh is heard around the room.
Lyra
'Perhaps this is my end... whoever that culprit might be, I might never know who it is unless their shameless enough.'
Because of the cold silence in the room. The loud footsteps could be heard coming from outside the huge room.
The chains holding her rang in the room.
The door opens and a fine man came in.
Yet her expression changed the moment she sees the sole reason why she is in her state right now.
Lyra
'Why are they together... maybe I'm overthinking things..'
Lyra
Osilus, Have you come to save me? Did you tell them it wasn't me? You believe me right? Right???
Desperation is heard in her cries as she looked at the man in front of her with so much trust and expectations.
Yet the moment light overshadowed the shadow that had been covering the man's face...
Lyra felt her heart sank into the bottom of the pit.
Orion was looking at him with disgust and distrust in his eyes.
Osilus
Enough of your nonsense absurdity Lyra Oriana Zielle!
The man's loud voice echoed in the wide spacious room.
Lyra look shocked making her eyes swell up with tears.
She couldn't believe her one true love would treat her like this.
She's confused. She doesn't recognize the man in front of her right now. He was looking with full of disgust but no disappointment.
Not a trace of disappointment and pain was found by her I'm his eyes.
Claira
Orion, please stop... *hic*
Lyra's eyes was caught by the woman who was clinging on Orion's arm.
Hatred and pain was evident as look at the petite woman in front of her with sharp gaze.
Osilus
Don't you dare look at Claira like that woman.
Osilus said in authourative tone as he wrapped his left arm on Claira's waist.
Lyra
A loud hysterical laugh echoed in the room.
Lyra
Because it's new so you abandoned me and put your claw to get saved? Is that it Orion?
Lyra grins whe she saw Orion clenched his hand.
Lyra
I was not aware of how a dirty man you were. Do you after sex, power, or money? Maybe all of the above? *laughs*
Lyra felt her cheeks sting as her head turn to the side. She tasted something metallic.
It was blood on the side of her mouth. She smirks.
Lyra
Did I hit the spot? I guess it was all of the above then.
Orion gritted his teeth for a moment and it didn't get pass in Lyra's eyes.
Lyra
'Bastard... I can't believe I fell to a scum like you.'
Claira
Orion please leave us alone for a moment.
A sweet voice filled the cold atmosphere.
Osilus
B-but...*sighs* Yes, Your Holiness. Call me if the sinner attempts to harm you in any way. I will come right away.
Lyra
*rolls eyes in disgust*
Claira
How is it kneeling there tied in chains like a monster? *smiles*
Lyra
*glares* you sure are stupid indeed.
Claira
I guess you've gone insane for you to sound like a barbaric.
Lyra
*laughs* Calm down your Holiness~
Lyra
Why overreact when the answer is a no?
Lyra
What are you here for? Don't tell me, you've got no more potion to drink for your power as the saintess? Anxious already?
Lyra
Hahahaha sorry to tell you but I drank a poison before waking up here. You can't drink my blood anymore or you'll die before I do~ *chuckles*
Claira
*clench hands* y-you bitch!
Claira
... Laugh all you want but...You really thought everyone saw you as their saint? No, you're just a tool, a temporary puppet because I am the real saintess, the real owner of this position and not you!
Lyra
Hah! how childish... you think your safe too? After I get executed... you won't be able to weild my power anymore.
Claira
*grits teeth* You....! That power was mine from the beginning! you stole it and I'm just taking what's mine back!
Lyra
*chuckles* Then continue fooling yourself that it's yours. But "your power" seems to hate you and like me more, don't you think so?
Claira
After you die, I'll show you! My powers will come back to me. *leaves angrily*
*The day of the execution*
Lyra was held by the holy knights on her arms.
Standing before her was the guillotine that will cut off her head.
Many citizens of the country and are believers of the holy church were the audience of her death.
Everyone of them look at her with disgust and hatred.
Yet no one remembered her in their closed hearts.
Lyra took a deep short breath and closed her eyes.
Lyra looked at the goddess statue Hera with emotions in her eyes.
Lyra
'goddess Hera.... fuck you.'
Lyra
'If a second chance would be given, I'll turn the sky in this Holy empire into red.'
And so that is the end of Lyra's life. Even in her last breath, it was full of hatred. Yet none care and they joyed after her death and turned such day into a yearly festival.
Draft
On the first day of summer
With full of laughter from the people of the Holy Empire Azure
Festival decorations were decorated around the the whole street
Because it's Leiluna Festival
Also known as Summer moon festival
Celebrating the Saintess real day debut in the whole empire
Serafelle
Today? Celebrating the Saintess real day debut in the whole Holy Empire?
Serafelle
*I look at the maid beside me as I raise my eyebrow at her while I was drinking some tea*
Alice
I-Indeed young lady...
Serafelle
*I put the tea cup with force because of the ridiculous situation I am in*
Serafelle
'More like an insult to my death. Those bastards....' *clenches fist*
Serafelle
'They are more like shoving the fact that I am a true criminal and a fake who was mercily sentenced to death! I don't find any of it merciful!'
Alice
A-are you feeling unwell again young lady?
Serafelle
Right...go fetch me another batch of tea. I dislike this taste now.
Alice
Right away young lady. *leaves*
Serafelle
Speaking of...It has been a week since I woke up in this body....
Serafelle
'I thought I had died. But I have a power that no one knows. I can transfer my would to a dying human being who's lifespan is about to reach its limit. Luckily I already have my target before I was captured.'
Serafelle
'Serafelle Aveen Wisteria, the second child and first daughter of the Wisteria Grand Duchy.'
Serafelle
'Before I was captured by the holy knights of the Empire, I found out about Lady Serafelle's illness while searching for a person that only have a few moments to live and there I found out about Lady Serafelle.'
Serafelle
'My informant told me she was already about to die within 6 months. The moment I died was the exact time she died.'
Serafelle
'Good thing no one found out before I possessed her body.'
Serafelle
'Don't worry Serafelle, I will make good use of your body and protect your dear family....'
Serafelle
*I looked outside the window. I currently am in mansion of Wisteria Grand Duchy located in the capital*
Serafelle
*I couldn't help but find all the people here celebrating this day... disgusting...*
Serafelle
*I stop sipping my tea when I heard a voice calling out. In front of me was a young man walking fast towards me.*
Serafelle
*I calmly put my tea down and smile at him as I wave my hand a little to wave back at him*
Serafelle
*smiles* Brother Lexy, you're early.
Lexter
I hurriedly went here after my training. To spend more time with you. *he said patting my head*
Serafelle
'Lexter Roan Wisteria, the second son of Wisteria Grand Duchy and Serafelle's brother. He is an aspiring talented knight who is also popular among women in the aristocratic society.'
Serafelle
How about having some tea with me for a moment?
Lexter
I'd love too my Veeny! *smiles brightly*
There was a moment of silence.
But Lyra who is now Serafelle, broke the silence.
Serafelle
Brother, will the saintess and her knight come out during this time since after all this festival is all about the saintess.
Lexter
Well, yes. would you like to meet them? Oh right! you've been bedridden for almost 4 years now. You must not be aware but—
Serafelle
*I cut him off* I have heard about it already from my maid brother. *smiles*
Serafelle
'I don't want to mention such fateful day as much as possible.'
Lexter
Right, as you've heard there is a new saintess and it said she is the real one. She has been the saintess for almost three years now.
Serafelle
*I nodded and sip my tea* I see...
Serafelle
Brother... Do you believe what they said?
Lexter
About the previous saintess? No, I have met the saintess a few times at the holy church whenever she gives blessings to people every month. Even though I had no conversation with her, I know through my guts that she not that evil as they said her to be.
Serafelle
*I secretly grin behind the tea cup in pretence I'm sipping my tea*
Serafelle
How so? Don't you judge a book by its cover...
Lexter
*he shrugs* Simple, I trust my guts.
Serafelle
If you say so. *I said before sipping my tea*
Lexter
Veeny, there would be a ball next full moon. *he said as he looked at me with shining eyes*
Serafelle
*I chuckled* Is that so? 'I do plan on attending, I must.' Would the saintess attend?
Serafelle
Hm.... brother I will go shopping tomorrow.
Lexter
Do you want me to come with you???
Serafelle
*I can see a lot of expectation in his eyes*
Serafelle
Maybe next time brother, I want to spend my time alone this time.
Lexter
*he looked down droopy like a puppy*
Serafelle
*I could only smile at him* 'Sorry brother.'
Serafelle
'Brother....right, I am Serafelle now. I must cherish what Serafelle cherish.'
Serafelle enjoyed his new brother's accompany.
Both of them enjoyed each other's company as they watch the golden sky turn to dark.
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