Black Threads of Faith: I Was Executed as a Villain
Chapter 1
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Staring at her trembling hand* My mana is getting more unstable...
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Clenches her fist *
Estalla Vale (fl)
Even my magic are getting weaker
Estalla Vale (fl)
Good thing I've already submitted all my reports and evidence to the palace
Estalla Vale (fl)
Once the Imperial Guards start investigating, we can find the real culprit
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Frowns*At this hour?
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Opens the door*
Imperial knight #1
Estella Vale
Imperial knight #1
By order of His Majesty the Emperor, you are under arrest
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Confused* ...What?
Imperial knight#2
You are charged with murder, the use of black magic, and treason against the Empire
Estalla Vale (fl)
??..What?!
Estalla Vale (fl)
There must be some mistake!
Imperial knight #1
Take her away
Imperial knight#2
*Grabs her arms*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Listen to me!
Estalla Vale (fl)
I didn't do anything!
Estalla Vale (fl)
*sitting on the cold floor of her cell ...*
Estalla Vale (fl)
(What is happening?)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(I submitted all the evidence)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(I submitted all the reports)
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Grips her prison uniform tightly* (Then why am I the one being treated like a criminal?)
Judge
You stand accused of murdering hundreds of innocent citizens through the use of forbidden black magic
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Shocked* What?!
Estalla Vale (fl)
That's not true!
Estalla Vale (fl)
Listen to me, I—
Count
*Interrupting loudly* Your Honor!
Count
Do not be deceived by her lies
Count
I personally witnessed her with the monsters
Audience whispering among themselves
Random person#1
I knew it...
Random person#1
She's suspicious...
Count
Furthermore, I have already submitted evidence proving her crimes
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Turns toward him* That's impossible!
Estalla Vale (fl)
You're lying!
Imperial knight #1
*steps forward carrying several scrolls*
Imperial knight #1
During a search of Lady Estella's residence, these suspicious scrolls were discovered
Ancient scrolls are placed before the court
Count
*Points dramatically at them* Look!
Count
What else could they be besides black magic?
Count
She sacrificed innocent lives to gain power
Count
That's why she became the strongest mage in the Empire!
Random person#2
Monster...😡
Random person#1
Disgusting...
Random person#1
I knew no normal person could be that powerful...
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Shakes her head desperately *No...
Estalla Vale (fl)
Those scrolls aren't—
The entire courtroom falls quiet
Judge
The court has reviewed all evidence
Judge
Every piece of evidence points toward Estella Vale
Judge
Estella Vale is sentenced to death
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Eyes widening* Wait—
Estalla Vale (fl)
You haven't listened to a single word I've said!
Judge
Take the prisoner away
The public square is crowded with people
Random person#3
Murderer! 😡
Random person#2
Black Mage!
Random person#4
Execute her!
Rotten vegetables and stones are thrown toward the platform
Her once-pristine white dress is stained with dirt
Random person#4
She deserves it!
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Looks down quietly*
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Thinking*
Estalla Vale (fl)
(So this is how it ends...)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(How pathetic)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(The strongest mage in the Empire...)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(...can't even use her own magic properly anymore)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(I couldn't save my village)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(I couldn't find the culprit)
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Closes her eyes briefly* (I couldn't even give justice to the victims)
Someone calmly sips tea ☕
Across from them set another figure
???#2
*Smirking 😏* I must admit...
???#2
How exactly did you trap the strongest mage in the Empire?
???#1
*Takes a slow sip of tea ☕* She was clever
???#1
Much cleverer than I expected
???#1
She actually managed to uncover several clues
???#2
Then why is she standing on an execution platform?
???#1
*Smiles softly* Because she made one mistake
???#1
She trusted the wrong people
???#1
*Places the teacup down*
???#1
First, I used black magic on her
???#1
But killing her wasn't easy
???#1
It only weakened her
???#2
Then what did you do?
???#1
I targeted her reputation
???#1
The Empire's greatest hero became its greatest villain
???#2
Reputation truly is easier to destroy than a person
???#2
*Bursts into laughter * Hahahaha😈
Executioner
Any final words?
Estella slowly lifts her head
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Looks at the sky*
The executioner raises the blade
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Thinking*
Estalla Vale (fl)
(I can't die here)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(Not like this)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(That ancient spell...)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(But it's dangerous)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(With my weakened mana, I might die before it even activates)
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Takes a deep breath*
Estalla Vale (fl)
(But if I do nothing...)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(I'll die anyway)
A faint magic circle begins forming beneath her feet
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
STOP!! ❗
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Eyes widen*
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Stop the execution!
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
She's innocent!
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
I've found the truth!
Random person#2
The Crown Prince?!
Imperial knight #1
Your Highness!
Imperial knight #1
Please calm yourself!
Imperial knight #1
You may have fallen under her black magic!
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
*Furious* I have not!
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Let me through!
Random person#3
She's manipulating the Crown Prince!
Random person#2
Execute her already!
Imperial knight#2
Proceed with the execution
Estalla Vale (fl)
*A bitter smile appears on her lips 🙂*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Too late...
The magic circle beneath her feet shines brightly.
Estalla Vale (fl)
Ancient Magic...
Estalla Vale (fl)
Turn back—
Author
Hello, lovely reader 😊
Author
This is my very first chat story...
And honestly it's also my first time writing a story
Author
I hope you enjoyed the first chapter! 🩵
Author
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See you in the next chapter~ 👋🏻😊
Chapter 2
Estella suddenly sat upright
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Breathing heavily*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Haa... Haa... 😨
Her hands immediately flew to her neck
Estalla Vale (fl)
*frantically touching her throat*
Estalla Vale (fl)
No blood...
Estalla Vale (fl)
*eyes widening 👀
*
Estalla Vale (fl)
My head is still attached...
The memory of the execution flashed through her mind
The crowd
The blade
Lucian's voice
The darkness
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Looking around in confusion*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Where...?
Her eyes slowly scanned the room
The curtains she had chosen herself years ago
Estalla Vale (fl)
*stunned*
Estalla Vale (fl)
My room...?
Estalla Vale (fl)
... That's impossible... I thought--
Then her gaze landed on a letter resting beside her bed
Estalla Vale (fl)
*picks it up slowly*
Estalla Vale (fl)
What is this?
Her eyes moved to the date written on the envelope
Estalla Vale (fl)
*freezes ❄️*
Estalla Vale (fl)
The spell worked?
Estalla Vale (fl)
Three years...
Estalla Vale (fl)
I came back three years...
Estalla Vale (fl)
*hands trembling slightly*
Estalla Vale (fl)
*laughs bitterly*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Only three years...
Estalla Vale (fl)
If my mana had been stronger...
Estalla Vale (fl)
If my core hadn't been weakened...
Estalla Vale (fl)
Maybe I could have gone back further...
Estalla Vale (fl)
Maybe...
Estalla Vale (fl)
*closes her eyes*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Maybe I could have saved Mother and Father...
Estalla Vale (fl)
*takes a deep breath*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Crying won't change anything
Estalla Vale (fl)
They're gone
Estalla Vale (fl)
But I'm alive
Estalla Vale (fl)
This time...
Estalla Vale (fl)
I will uncover the truth
Estalla Vale (fl)
And I will make sure everyone receives justice ⚖️
«To Lady Estella Vale,»
«Your achievements as a mage have not gone unnoticed.»
«I would like to formally invite you to serve as a Royal Magic Consultant within the Imperial Palace.»
«Your knowledge and expertise would be of great value to the Empire.»
«If you are interested, please send your response within seven days.»
«— Crown Prince Lucian»
Estalla Vale (fl)
*thinking*
Estalla Vale (fl)
(Last time...)
Estalla Vale (fl)
(I rejected this offer many times)
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
The Empire could use your talents
Estalla Vale (fl)
I work better alone, Your Highness
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Is that your final answer?
Estalla Vale (fl)
*looking at the letter*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Every clue I found eventually pointed toward someone powerful
Estalla Vale (fl)
If I want answers...
Estalla Vale (fl)
I need access to the palace. Maybe I could find the last clue or the culprit
A second line appeared beneath the signature
A line only visible when mana was poured into the paper
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Raises an eyebrow 🤨*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Hidden magic?
She infused a small amount of mana into the letter
«The consultant position is merely a cover.»
«The true purpose of this invitation is a confidential investigation.»
«I believe a hidden threat exists within the Empire.»
«If you accept, burn this letter after reading.»
«— Lucian»
Estalla Vale (fl)
So he was investigating something back then...
Estalla Vale (fl)
Interesting...
Estalla Vale (fl)
Then this time...
Estalla Vale (fl)
I accept
Estella looked toward her desk
Estalla Vale (fl)
I should write a reply immediately
Estalla Vale (fl)
*uses magic ✨*
A pen and paper flew toward her
A sharp pain suddenly shot through her head
The pen fell to the floor
Estella staggered backward
Estalla Vale (fl)
W-What was that?!
She pressed a hand against her chest
Estalla Vale (fl)
My mana...
Estalla Vale (fl)
Something feels wrong...
For the first time since waking up...
Fear appeared in her eyes
Author
Hello, lovely reader
Author
Nice to see you again
Author
i hope you enjoyed this chapter
Author
See you again in the next chapter 👋🏻
Chapter 3
Estella immediately sat cross-legged on the floor
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Grim expression*
Estalla Vale (fl)
No, no, no...
Estalla Vale (fl)
Please don't tell me... 😟
She closed her eyes and examined her mana core
A familiar golden-blue sphere floated within her consciousness
It wasn't whole anymore
Cracks spread across its surface
Like shattered glass
Estalla Vale (fl)
*covers her face 🤦🏻♀️*
Estalla Vale (fl)
My mana core has a crack
Estalla Vale (fl)
Wonderful
Estalla Vale (fl)
Absolutely wonderful
Estalla Vale (fl)
I survived my execution only to become half-disabled 😑
Estalla Vale (fl)
*A headache immediately struck her*
Estalla Vale (fl)
*holding her head*
Estalla Vale (fl)
And this headache isn't going anywhere either
Estalla Vale (fl)
What kind of cursed second chance is this?
A small bottle of medicine was beside her
Estalla Vale (fl)
*Swallows a painkiller*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Slightly
Estalla Vale (fl)
Hopefully 🙏
Estalla Vale (fl)
*quickly grabs it before another headache starts*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Let's reply before my body decides to betray me again
«To His Highness Crown Prince Lucian,
I accept your offer.
— Estella Vale»
Estalla Vale (fl)
Professional..
Estalla Vale (fl)
And Perfect.
A small magic circle appears ✨
Estalla Vale (fl)
*massaging her forehead*
Estalla Vale (fl)
Even sending a letter hurts
Estalla Vale (fl)
This is depressing
Outside the Imperial Palace
A luxurious carriage slowly approached the gates
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
*looking through the window*
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Huh?
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Is that...?
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
*Looks outside*
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Lady Estella Vale
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
The very same Lady Estella Vale you practically celebrated over yesterday
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
I did not celebrate
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Your Highness
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
You smiled
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
...
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Twice
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
...
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
It was actually terrifying 😣
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
*stares*
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
*immediately looks away 😶*
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Anyway
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Aren't you the one who invited her?
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
That's not what I'm confused about
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Then what is it?
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
She's the strongest mage in the Empire
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Correct
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Possibly the strongest mage in the world
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Also correct
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Then why is she arriving in a carriage?
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
...
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
I mean she could literally teleport
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Maybe she wanted fresh air?
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
She can teleport into fresh air
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Fair point
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Maybe she's trying to appear normal
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
She's Estella Vale
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
The word "normal" left years ago
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Also fair
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
*Squints suspiciously 👀*
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Why are you so interested?
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
I-Im not interested
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Mhm
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
I'm curious
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Mhmm
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
About the carriage
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Mhmm
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Stop saying "mhm"
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Mhm
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Cedric
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Yes, your highness?
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
It sounds like you've finished all your paperwork
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
... *gulps*😰
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Which means you must have a lot of free time
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
...
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
don't worry
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
I'll find more work for you
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
No! 😱
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Hmm?
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
I mean--
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Lady Estella is here!
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
I should go welcome her!
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Immediately!
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
Right now! 🏃💨
Cedric Valemont (Aide)
*practically runs out of the room.*
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
...
Lucian Aurelia (Crown Prince)(ml)
Coward
Estalla Vale (fl)
Looking up at the Imperial Palace
Estalla Vale (fl)
Back again
Estalla Vale (fl)
This time
Estalla Vale (fl)
Things would be different ✨
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