leaf: the unknown destiny

prologue

life was simple and peaceful in a small village. It was a small but vibrant community, filled with kind and industrious people who were always willing to lend a helping hand.

Stella was a young woman in her early 20s, with a bright and curious disposition. She was always restless and adventurous, always searching for new things to explore. She was well-known for her beauty and kind heart, and she had many of the local men clamoring for her attention.

Stella was unaware that her mother had been keeping a dark secret from her. Her mother was actually a protector of the heavenly realm, possessing hidden powers that she tried to contain so her daughter could never find out the truth. She had sealed these powers away within herself to protect Stella's divine essence and prevent her from becoming a sacrificial gift to their god.

Oneday the small village become dark and stormy, when suddenly, a blinding flash of lightning struck down in the center of the village. An immense sword made of pure lightning lay embedded deep in the ground, piercing the very heart of the village.

The villagers were distraught as they tried to dislodge the sword from the ground, but it remained fixed in place, no matter how much effort they put into pulling it out. Their efforts were in vain, and it seemed that the sword was destined to remain there, forever plunging their village into darkness.

In the midst of the dark, Stella was overcome by curiosity and wanted to understand what had caused the sudden flash of lightning and the appearance of the mighty lightning sword. The villagers, too, were gripped by curiosity and fascination but could not control themselves. They were drawn to the sword, and to its mysterious power. As the villagers strived to uncover the secret of the lightning sword, they became more and more restless and agitated, their minds tormented by the question of why the sword had appeared and what it meant for the village.

That night, Stella attempted to pull the mighty lightning sword from its place in the ground. She was awed by the sword's weight and power, and puzzled as to its origin.

"What kind of sword is this? Where did it come from?" She wondered to herself.

Stella's curiosity and determination to uncover the secrets of the powerful lightning sword set a tone for the adventures that lie ahead. It also introduces the sword as a supernatural element in her village, promising a gripping tale of mystery and discovery.

The night was quiet and the villagers slept soundly. Stella took this opportunity to sneak away from her mother, who had warned her not to touch or attempt to move the lightning sword, claiming that it was dangerous.

Stella was determined to uncover the mysteries of the lightning sword, despite her mother's warnings. Her bravery and curiosity set the tone for the story ahead, with hints of supernatural elements and dangers to come. In addition, the image of Stella sneaking, in the dark and quiet of the night, adds to the sense of suspense and intrigue within the story.

Despite her mother's warnings, Stella couldn't contain her curiosity and bravery. She approached the lightning sword, determined to understand its mysteries and secrets.

As she touched the sword, it began to glow with a brilliant light. Stella was startled by this unexpected response to her touch, and she began to pull on the sword with all her might. To her utter disbelief, the sword came free, pulled from the ground with just a few strong tugs.

In a stunning turn of events, Stella had successfully freed the legendary lightning sword, defying the warnings of her mother and the danger she knew this sword presented.

Stella was awed by the beauty and design of the mighty lightning sword. In her awe and curiosity, she didn't expect the sword to suddenly burst into a bright flash of lightning and thunder.

The thunderous explosion startled Stella, and she lost her grip on the sword. With a mighty crash, the sword fell back to the ground, causing the village to shake and tremble. The villagers were startled from their sleep.

In a startling turn of events, Stella had accidentally unleashed the power of the mighty lightning sword, with devastating results for her village.

The villagers were startled into action by the destructive power of the lightning sword. With weapons and torches in hand, they ran out into the night, determined to confront the threat and protect their village.

Upon seeing the villagers approaching, Stella quickly grabbed onto the lightning sword, determined to prevent it from falling back into their hands. With every fiber of her being, she grasped the sword and struggled to keep it pinned to the ground.

It was an epic struggle of wills between the villagers and Stella, with the fate of the lightning sword and the town at stake.

Stella was dressed in a torn and tattered dress, due to the immense power of the lightning sword. Despite the immense energy surging through the sword, Stella didn't feel any pain, while she continued to grasp the sword tightly. The power of the lightning sword was immense, but Stella's will to prevent it from falling back into the hands of the villagers was even greater.

The epic struggle continues, with Stella and the lightning sword pitted against the villagers and their weapons. The fate of the mighty lightning sword, and that of the village itself, remained in limbo.

"Stella, run!" The villagers called out to Stella, telling her to run away, as they gathered around the mighty lightning sword and prepared to claim it.

Stella remained firm in her grip on the sword, determined to prevent the villagers from claiming the power of the sword and preventing it from falling into their hands. It seemed the struggle was at an impasse, with both sides determined not to give in.

The fate of the lightning sword and the village were on the line, and the stakes were only getting higher.

Soon, the villagers grew frustrated, as they saw the mighty lightning sword being carried away on the winds. In the blink of an eye, the lightning sword had taken to the air, carried away by unknown forces. Stella looked on at the sword, now floating high above the village, and she was left speechless.

It was a surreal and stunning sight, with the sword flying off into the distance. The villagers were left stunned and puzzled, wondering who or what could have claimed the power of the mighty lightning sword.

As the lightning sword continued to fly away and disappeared over the horizon, Stella's curiosity and bravery took over. Against the sound of the villagers' shouts and calls, Stella remained in a state of awe and wonder, staring at the sword's flight.

The sword gradually transformed into a humanoid shape and Stella was astounded to see a man standing before her. The guy appearance and presence filled her with both fear and fascination.

Stella had discovered the mysterious man who had claimed the power of the mighty lightning sword, and she was filled with questions and emotions.

As Stella's amazement and wonderment gave way to the realization that the lightning sword was now a man, she was filled with many questions.

"Are you a human?" she asked the man in amazement and disbelief. "How did that happen? It's unbelievable!"

The man gave a soft grunt of disapproval when Stella addressed him, but he didn't turn to face her or offer much of a response. His only words were:

"Fairies"

It seemed the man was not keen on Stella's questions or curiosity. He seemed disinterested and aloof, and offered her very little information.

Stella was left confused by the interaction, but she pressed on, determined to find out more about who the man was and why he had taken the sword.

Stella was unaware at first that the mysterious man she had encountered was the prince of the crows, and a keeper of souls.

Soon, there was a disruption in the night's stillness, as a man approached Stella and the prince of the crows. The man was Lacus, the god of lightning and thunder, and he punished the prince of the crows by transforming him into a sword upon discovering his failure to carry out his duties.

Lacus's presence was forceful and striking, and Stella was taken aback by the sudden interruption to her conversation with the prince of the crows. Now, she found herself face to face with another powerful being, one who clearly had his own agenda that she didn't yet understand.

Lacus couldn't help but laugh and be surprised when he saw Stella standing before him with the prince of the crows turned into a sword in hand. He was annoyed that Lev had not yet completed his duty, and he wanted to see if Stella could help.

The presence of the god of lightning and thunder was startling to Stella, and she found herself suddenly in a situation where she was face to face with the powerful and influential Lacus. She knew that she had an important role to play in this struggle between Lev and Lacus, but she didn't know how, or what her part would be.

Upon seeing that Stella was a young and beautiful woman, Lacus was struck by her beauty.

"What a beautiful lady" he said to Stella, as he approached her and studied her closely.

The god of lightning and thunder was clearly impressed with Stella, and while she might have found his attention flattering, she was also confused and unsure about what he wanted.

to be continued....