Born unwanted among the gods of Olympus, she grows up ignored and despised. But when her hidden power awakens, she rises to challenge fate and prove her worth in this intense short drama of mythology, revenge, and self-discovery.
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00:01My sister and I are competing to be Apollo's mate.
00:04I drank the sweet wine mom gave me. It was drugged.
00:07Drink up, Leo. It'll give your cheeks a healthy glow.
00:12I trusted her. I drank the whole glass.
00:15By the time I stood before Queen Hera, my face was already beet red.
00:19The drug kicked in. I lost control before the gods.
00:22So embarrassing. Hera frowned at me.
00:25She acts like a fool. Not fit for Apollo.
00:28My sister Kalista was perfect. She was graceful. She was royal. She won.
00:33She became Apollo's fiance. I ran home and begged my father for help.
00:38You messed up. Don't blame us. Kalita has class. We support her now.
00:44The royal decree arrived two weeks later. Kalista was named Apollo's bride.
00:48I was punished for my shame. I was married off to a monster.
00:52A lord from the underworld. He had already killed three wives.
00:56My life became a nightmare. My husband beat me for fun.
01:00Three years later, I was dying in the mud. I heard the servants whispering nearby.
01:04Apollo is king. Kalista is the sun queen.
01:09Only I died in that darkness. By myself.
01:13But then, I opened my eyes. I was back. It was the day of the selection. The scent of the
01:18sweet wine filled the air.
01:20There was my mom, standing there with that familiar glass of wine. She had that same fake smile.
01:26Drink this, Mia. It will give you some cover.
01:29I glanced at the wine, then back at mom.
01:36She has perfect brows and a tiny mole on her cheek.
01:39I have her eyes, but not the mole. Kalista has it.
01:43I once asked, isn't she adopted? Why does she look like you?
01:47Mom's face went cold. She slapped me hard.
01:50Don't ever say that again. It hurts her.
01:52I snap back to reality and grab the wine.
01:54Sister, a toast before we enter the palace. Let's promise to help each other, no matter what.
02:01Kalista freezes. I see panic in her eyes. She knows. This wine is spiked.
02:05I-I-I'm too full. I might feel bloated. She stammers.
02:10I let out a cold laugh.
02:12What's wrong?
02:14You always tell me to eat more.
02:16Why won't you take one single sip?
02:18The room goes dead silent.
02:20My father frowns, ready to speak.
02:22Suddenly, Mom accidentally bumps me.
02:25The glass hits the floor and shatters.
02:28Glass shattered. Wine was everywhere.
02:30My mother snapped at me.
02:32Let's hello!
02:34You're heading to the palace. Stop being so clumsy.
02:37What if you ruined your sister's dress?
02:40She rushed to check on Kalista, looking worried.
02:42My sister looked stunning in simple white linen.
02:45But that simple fabric shimmered with expensive silk.
02:48She wore pearls and gems from my mother's own dowry.
02:51Then there was me.
02:52Dressed in a linen skirt.
02:54A cheap dress without any makeup.
02:57This dress suits you.
02:58My mother had lied.
02:59I looked tacky. Like a cheap village girl.
03:03In my past life, I walked into the palace as a total joke.
03:06I heard the girls whispering.
03:08Is she really the beauty of Athens?
03:12Her mom dresses her like trash and calls it vintage.
03:16Back then, I thought they were just jealous of my mom's love.
03:19Now I see the truth. She was trying to ruin me.
03:21The bronze chariot is waiting.
03:23It's time.
03:24I'm leaving for Olympus.
03:26I'm wearing a cheap flashy dress.
03:29Olympus has rules.
03:32Watch your mouth.
03:33Your mother made this sweet wine.
03:35You were too stubborn to drink it.
03:38Take it.
03:39Finish every last drop.
03:41I knew the wine was poisoned.
03:43I took it calmly without a word.
03:45Then he turns to Kalista.
03:46His voice completely changes.
03:48It's soft.
03:49It's kind.
03:50Kalista, honey, be careful.
03:52I've already settled everything for you.
03:57Kalista isn't even his real daughter.
03:59But they gave her our family name.
04:01They made her the first daughter.
04:04My father pities her.
04:06My mother.
04:07She loves her more than me.
04:11In this house, I'm the stranger.
04:13I thought my dad forced her into it.
04:16I believed she really loved me.
04:18But in my past life, as I lay dying,
04:21I sent my maid home to see her folks for me.
04:23She overheard my parents talking.
04:25My mom wouldn't stop crying.
04:27Don't worry, honey.
04:29Kalista is the goddess of light now.
04:32And she's pregnant.
04:34Her future is huge.
04:36My sister is looking down from heaven.
04:38But what about Leto?
04:42The Lord has a temper.
04:44But she's still the main wife.
04:46She'll survive.
04:48And if she doesn't,
04:50well, that's just her fate.
04:54News to me.
04:57Years ago, my dad was engaged to my aunt.
05:00She was his true love.
05:02His white moonlight.
05:04But she was framed at a party with a stable man.
05:08Her reputation was ruined.
05:10My mom took her place.
05:12Kalista was the child of that scandal.
05:14When my aunt died of a broken heart,
05:17Dad brought her home.
05:18My mother loved her like her own blood.
05:21In my past life,
05:23hearing this broke me.
05:25As I died, staring at the ceiling,
05:28I made a vow.
05:29If I get a second chance,
05:31they will pay in blood.
05:33Now, I'm back.
05:35I'm done with this family.
05:37The carriage bumps toward Mount Olympus.
05:40Lani Salinas watches me like a hawk.
05:43She's Hera's most trusted servant.
05:45I take a deep breath.
05:47I pull the heavy gold pins from my hair.
05:49I wipe off my thick makeup with holy water.
05:53I look like a completely different person.
05:55I push the expensive jewelry toward her.
05:58I know it was a long trip.
06:00This is for you.
06:01They're too heavy for me now.
06:02She saw how my family treated me.
06:04She weighs the gold and hides it in her sleeve.
06:07Thank you, Miss Slater.
06:08She whispers.
06:09Then, she leans close.
06:11That orrid handkerchief in your sleeve.
06:14The stitching is very rare.
06:16Is it Athens silk?
06:18My heart stops.
06:19That cloth is all I have left of my grandma.
06:22She was the best weaver in all of Greece.
06:25Keep these safe, Leto.
06:27She told me before she died.
06:28If you're ever in trouble, they will save you.
06:32My mother took everything else my grandma owned.
06:34She claimed she was protecting it.
06:37These handkerchiefs are all I have left.
06:40In my past life, I was suffering in the underworld.
06:43I tried to sell them just to pay for a doctor.
06:45But the cruel lord threw them into the fire.
06:48Suddenly, Mother Selenas speaks up about them.
06:52You have a sharp eye.
06:53This is a family heirloom.
06:55She nods and closes her eyes.
06:58But I'm thinking.
06:59Queen Hera is obsessed with silk embroidery.
07:02Last time, Calista used this to win her favor.
07:06We reach Olympus and switch to a swan carriage.
07:10Calista looks so perfect and elegant.
07:13My mind is racing.
07:15The selection for the god's bride is coming.
07:17Last time, I failed the very first round.
07:21Calista won everything and married Apollo.
07:24This life, I'm taking everything from her.
07:27Step by step, I'm rising to the top.
07:2930 noble girls, selected by Hera and the high goddesses.
07:35Calista stands at the front, standing tall like a lily.
07:39She makes a perfect bow.
07:41Hera looks over her.
07:43Lift your head.
07:44Calista looks up, confident.
07:46Hera smiles.
07:48Beautiful.
07:49Polished.
07:51You're the governor's daughter, right?
07:53Heard you're a total genius.
07:55Hera nods.
07:57She stays.
07:58Calista walks past me.
07:59She flashes a tiny smirk.
08:01She thinks she's already won.
08:03Now it's my turn.
08:05I step forward.
08:06I'm Leto.
08:08Greetings, Queen Hera.
08:09Hera stares at me.
08:11The room goes silent.
08:13No jewelry?
08:14No makeup?
08:15You remind me of someone.
08:16Then she notices something.
08:19Wait.
08:19You're Calista's sister?
08:21She's covered of gold.
08:23And you have nothing.
08:26Did your parents run out of money?
08:28Or do they just have a favorite?
08:30I answered respectfully.
08:32Even fingers aren't the same length.
08:35It's natural for parents to have a favorite.
08:38My sister is so talented.
08:40I'd give her everything I own.
08:41She's actually smiling.
08:43She had no idea I just called her a brat.
08:46I'm in.
08:47I passed the first round.
08:49Now I'm stuck in this temple.
08:51Thirty days to learn the divine rules.
08:53My sister Calista corners me.
08:55Why did you act so humble?
08:57You made me look like a bully.
08:58We're supposed to be a team.
09:00I played dumb.
09:01I was just telling the truth.
09:03You've always been the perfect one.
09:05But her eyes were ice.
09:07Fine.
09:07Just remember who's on your side.
09:11The door closed.
09:13I sneered.
09:14Team?
09:15Yeah, right.
09:16Later, I bribed the headmaid.
09:18I slipped her a bag of gold.
09:20She leaned in and whispered.
09:21The queen loves music and weaving.
09:23But Prince Apollo?
09:25He likes archery.
09:26And one more thing.
09:28Your sister is visiting Aphrodite.
09:30My heart stopped.
09:32Ares hates Apollo.
09:33She's playing both sides.
09:35In my past life,
09:36Ares' men killed me.
09:37My family thinks they're so smart.
09:39Sucking up to rival gods at once?
09:42Go ahead.
09:42Play your games.
09:43This time, I'm flipping the board.
09:4510 days until the final selection.
09:47The temple was buzzing with noble ladies.
09:50Everyone was showing off their talents.
09:52Music, dancing, painting.
09:54It was a whirlwind.
09:55Calista went first with her zither.
09:57She was flawless.
09:59The crowd went wild.
10:01Then, it was my turn.
10:02I didn't pick an instrument.
10:03I picked up a needle and thread.
10:05I embroidered orchids on plain white silk.
10:07My secret?
10:08The dew drops on the leaves.
10:10I used a rare thread that shimmered like water.
10:12The head matron was stunned.
10:13Leto, this technique takes 10 years.
10:17Suddenly, Queen Hera arrived.
10:22She picked up my work, her eyes wide.
10:25She asked.
10:25Is this the lost pearl stitch?
10:28Your majesty has a keen eye.
10:29I replied.
10:29My grandmother taught me the basics.
10:31I told her my family was from Athens.
10:33The queen's expression softened.
10:35I studied with an Athenian master once.
10:38Keep practicing.
10:39I expect great things.
10:41As the queen left, the mood shifted.
10:46Calista's face went cold.
10:48That night, she cornered me.
10:50When did you learn to sew like that?
10:52I just smiled.
10:54Just something to pass the time.
10:55She laughed, but her eyes were like ice.
10:58You're full of surprises, aren't you?
11:00In the halls of Mount Olympus, standing out too much is a death sentence.
11:04She whispered.
11:05Remember, sister.
11:07The tallest tree is the first to fall.
11:10You're absolutely right, sister.
11:12I replied, acting submissive.
11:15Inside, I was laughing.
11:16Is she really this desperate already?
11:19The real show hasn't even started yet.
11:21Three days before the final selection,
11:23goddess Aphrodite gave us all a gift.
11:25A beautiful silk flower for every girl in the temple.
11:29Mine was a delicate crabapple.
11:31Stunning.
11:32But suddenly, my sister's peony flower went missing.
11:35And guess what?
11:36A matching one was found right at the bottom of my jewelry box.
11:39She burst into tears, crying to the inspectors.
11:43If you wanted it, you should've just asked.
11:45Why steal it?
11:46Stealing a divine gift is a massive crime.
11:49In my past life, she used this exact trick to frame me.
11:53But I'm not that girl anymore.
11:54I looked at the flower and said calmly,
11:57Sister, let me see that flower for a second.
11:59Calista hands me the flower with a smug smile.
12:03I take a close look and start laughing.
12:07Sister, this isn't the flower from Aphrodite.
12:11She panics.
12:12What?
12:12It looks exactly the same!
12:16Close.
12:17But it's a cheap fake.
12:19I hold it up to the sunlight.
12:23The real one has gold threads on the threads on the petals.
12:29It's supposed to sparkle.
12:31This one is just thread.
12:33She tried to frame me by hiding the real one.
12:35But I know all her little tricks.
12:38Also, the goddess marks every gift with a divine symbol.
12:42I show the crowd.
12:43This one has nothing.
12:46Why were you so sure this was yours, Calista?
12:49Do you think you're the only one allowed to have beauty?
12:54The head priestess grabs the flower.
12:59It's a fake.
13:00She says coldly.
13:01Calista turns pale.
13:02No!
13:04Someone is framing us!
13:05The priestess doesn't blink.
13:07You've been spoiled since you were a child.
13:09You stole her clothes.
13:12And now you lie to the gods?
13:14I'm telling Queen Hera everything.
13:17Calista's face goes completely white.
13:20That night, she keeps her door open.
13:22The sweet girl act is finally gone.
13:27Leto!
13:28You did this on purpose!
13:30I don't know what you're talking about, sister.
13:32You knew I'd do it!
13:34You planted that fake flower!
13:36When did you start plotting against me?
13:38I looked up, my voice steady.
13:40That's a strange thing to say.
13:42I didn't take anything.
13:44My flower is right where it belongs.
13:47How is that a plot?
13:49Fine.
13:50I underestimated you, Leto.
13:52She let out a cold, sharp laugh.
13:55But do you really think you can win?
13:57Mom and Dad are on my side.
13:59The family fortune is mine.
14:01You're just an outcast.
14:03You have nothing.
14:04I said calmly.
14:05I'm not trying to win.
14:06I'm just taking back what belongs to me.
14:09What belongs to you?
14:11Wake up, Leo!
14:13Dad's love?
14:14The money?
14:16Nothing here is yours.
14:19My heart stung.
14:20But I didn't show it.
14:24It's late.
14:25Get out.
14:27It was a day of the final selection.
14:29Only ten of us were left.
14:31The queen sat on her throne.
14:33Beside her was Prince Apollo.
14:35He looked elegant in his gold robes.
14:37But his eyes were cold and distant.
14:39He clearly didn't want to be there.
14:41Calista played a romantic love song.
14:44The prince just nodded, looking bored.
14:47Then, it was my turn.
14:49I didn't bring a simple gift.
14:51I brought a silk screen with a secret.
14:55On one side, a loud, crowded party.
14:57On the other, a lonely fisherman on a river.
15:00One side was noise.
15:01The other was silence.
15:03The queen was shocked.
15:05This is incredible skill!
15:07She said.
15:08Apollo finally looked at me.
15:11Two different worlds.
15:15Why did you choose this, Leto?
15:18Life is like this embroidery, my lord.
15:20I looked down and spoke softly.
15:22One side is for the world to see.
15:24The other side we keep for ourselves.
15:27Parties end, but loneliness stays.
15:31Finding peace in the noise is true wisdom.
15:34Apollo repeated the word.
15:36Wisdom.
15:38He turned to the queen.
15:41Mother, I want her.
15:43I made the final list.
15:46But when we got back to the palace,
15:50Calista was shaking with rage.
15:52She is going to make me pay.
15:55The night before the final selection,
15:56the temple caught fire.
15:58The flame started right outside my door.
16:01I woke up choking on smoke and ran out.
16:04In all the chaos, someone shoved me from behind.
16:08I stumbled straight toward the fire.
16:10Suddenly, a strong arm grabbed my waist and pulled me back.
16:14I looked up into a pair of cold eyes.
16:17He was a pillar.
16:18He looked so calm, like he just happened to be there.
16:22Careful, he said, letting me go.
16:24Careful.
16:25This fire is no accident.
16:27Go somewhere safe.
16:29Thank you for saving my life, my lord.
16:31He nodded and turned to lead the guards.
16:34As he left, my heart turned to ice.
16:36That push was on purpose.
16:38Someone wanted me dead.
16:40Besides Calista, who else could it be?
16:42The fire was put out fast.
16:44Official report?
16:46A fallen oil lamp.
16:48But I know the truth.
16:49My lamps weren't even lit last night.
16:51Someone tried to burn me alive.
16:54Queen Hera was furious.
16:56She demanded a full investigation.
16:58Enough!
17:00These are the ones who betrayed us.
17:03A young servant took the blame.
17:05He said he was just being lazy.
17:07But I'm not buying it.
17:09Calista hates me for embarrassing her.
17:11Now, the final selection is delayed.
17:13They moved me to a safe room.
17:16Or so they claim.
17:17Late that night, my nanny crept in.
17:20I found something.
17:21The servant who confessed?
17:23His sick mother just got a pile of gold.
17:25The money came from a shopkeeper, owned by the Ajitis family.
17:29The Ajitis, my own parents.
17:31They're cleaning up Calista's crimes.
17:34Now, I know who my enemies are.
17:36Three days later, the final selection begins.
17:39At the temple of Hera, the gods are waiting.
17:42Hera and Apollo sit on their thrones.
17:44Five noble girls stand in a line.
17:47The first girl, Calista, is perfect.
17:50She sounds like a genius scholar.
17:52Everyone is impressed.
17:53Then, it's my turn.
17:54Hera asks,
17:56How will you help the king?
17:58I take a deep breath and say,
18:00To help him, I must not help him.
18:03The whole room gasps.
18:04Even Apollo looks up at me.
18:07Explain yourself.
18:08I tell her.
18:09The prince has masters and ministers.
18:12A wife who interferes only causes trouble.
18:15My job is to give him a peaceful home.
18:18A wife should stay out of politics.
18:20Hera smiles.
18:22You are very wise.
18:24Apollo nods in agreement.
18:26Calista whispers.
18:28That was a risky move.
18:30Do you think he wants a wife who stays away?
18:34I look her in the eye and say,
18:36That's for the prince to decide.
18:39Don't worry about me.
18:41Apollo's big wedding is in three months.
18:43But my arrival was quiet and lonely.
18:45I moved into a small, cold palace.
18:48On day one, I met the main wife, Artemis.
18:51She's a general's daughter, tall and brave.
18:54I bowed low.
18:56Greetings, Lady Artemis.
18:57She smiled.
18:58Please, stand up.
19:01I heard your weaving is legendary.
19:04You're even prettier in person.
19:06She grabbed my hands to help me out.
19:07Don't be so formal.
19:08It's lonely here.
19:09Let's be sisters.
19:11Just call me big sister.
19:12I felt a spark of warmth.
19:14Yes, sister.
19:16She frowned.
19:16Wait, your clothes are so thin.
19:18Your hands are freezing.
19:19Are they mistreating you?
19:20Someone, bring my silver fox cloak.
19:24And make her hot soup every single day.
19:26I tried to refuse, but she wrapped it around me.
19:29Her kindness was real.
19:30For the first time, I felt safe here.
19:33The next day, I went to visit Hera.
19:35She saw the cloak Artemis gave me.
19:39Artemis is so sweet.
19:41I'm glad you two are getting along.
19:43I handed her the gift I made.
19:45It was a soft velvet headband with jade.
19:48I heard you get winter headaches, goddess.
19:50This has herbs inside to help you relax.
19:53Hera felt the soft fabric and smiled.
19:55You're such a thoughtful girl.
19:58She sat me down and shared some recipes.
20:01You're young.
20:02You need to stay healthy.
20:03My heart felt heavy, but so warm.
20:06My own mother never cared for me like this.
20:10Hera and Artemis felt like my real family.
20:12Life on Mount Olympus was peaceful.
20:14I spent my days sewing in the temple.
20:17I made hand warmers for Hera and special riding gloves for Artemis.
20:22Artemis is a horse lover.
20:24When I gave her the gloves, her eyes lit up.
20:26Leto, how did you know I needed a thief?
20:28She saw the tiny flowers I stitched.
20:30The ones from the palace never fit right.
20:32But these are perfect.
20:34She grabbed my hand and smiled.
20:35You understand me better than anyone.
20:37A few days later, she brought me a surprise.
20:40It was a set of men's silk robes.
20:42I was totally shocked.
20:43You're always stuck inside.
20:46Sometimes I dress as a man to go out.
20:47I want us to go riding together like brothers.
20:50Look at this handsome young man.
20:52You look like a scholar from Athens.
20:54You're way too thin, Leto.
20:56You need to learn how to box with me.
20:57Let's get you strong.
20:59I really liked being with Artemis.
21:01She was free-spirited and bright, like the warm winter sun.
21:04As we were laughing and talking, the ground suddenly shook.
21:08A loud, harsh roar came from outside the courtyard.
21:13The Gryphon, half lion and half eagle, smashed through the temple gates.
21:17Its sharp eagle claws flashed with a cold light.
21:20Its eyes burned with pure evil.
21:22The Gryphon dived down.
21:23Artemis instantly blocked it and stood in front of me.
21:27I was not good at fighting.
21:29I could only create soft vine magic.
21:32It wrapped around the Gryphon's leg.
21:33I was trying to stop its movement.
21:35The moon lathes hit the monster's wings.
21:38She gathered pale, silver moonlight magic at her feet.
21:42The moonlight turned into sharp-laden light, splashing black light.
21:46The Gryphon went wild with flash.
21:48Its tail swept straight toward Artemis.
21:50I quickly pulled the vine's pipe, but the monster's pure strength pushed me back.
21:55Artemis saw this and attacked even harder.
21:58Moonlight turned into a shield to block the-
22:02She slashed repeatedly.
22:04But she could not break through Gryphon's tough scales.
22:10A sudden golden light appeared.
22:12It was Apollo arriving.
22:14He shot a burning sun arrow from his fingertips.
22:20It turned into a puff of black smoke and disappeared.
22:23Apollo rushed forward and held my bleeding palm.
22:26His eyebrows pulled together, full of worry.
22:29Leto, are you okay?
22:30Artemis is also crowded around me.
22:32Thank goodness Apollo got here in time.
22:34The fight is over.
22:36He frowns and says,
22:38This Gryphon is not from Olympus.
22:40It was covered in dark magic, but someone tried to wipe away the clues.
22:43I can't trace the source right now.
22:45He frowns and says,
22:47I look at my palm.
22:48My wound is already healed.
22:50Maybe dark forces from below want Olympus.
22:53Maybe they sent the monster to test us?
22:55Artemis nods and agrees with me.
22:57Apollo still has doubts, but he doesn't have a better guess yet.
23:01He just tells us to be very careful for me alone.
23:04Later, a guard named Silenus was grateful for my past gifts.
23:08He quietly gave me a big clue.
23:10He said that cold dark energy smelled like shadow bomb.
23:14And Calista's personal maid uses that exact bomb.
23:17My heart sank.
23:18I quickly made an excuse to visit Calista's place.
23:21Sure enough, I searched for her maid's room.
23:23I found a hidden wooden box.
23:26Inside, there were leftover dark magic scrolls.
23:28There was also a small bunch of griffon feathers.
23:31Now I was absolutely sure.
23:34Calista raised that monster herself.
23:36I need hard proof.
23:38A few days later, news came from Hera's temple.
23:41The once in a century goddess trials are starting now.
23:45This test checks the power of all young goddesses.
23:47It also keeps the energy of Olympus stable.
23:50All eligible young goddesses must join.
23:52Calista is a high ranking maid, so she must go too.
23:55I know my big chance has finally arrived.
23:58The goddess trials are at the top of Mount Olympus.
24:01The temple is surrounded by an ancient magic shield.
24:04Inside, thousands of dangerous illusions appear.
24:07On the day of the trial, the sun shines bright.
24:10The gods gather to watch, and Hera sits in the main seat.
24:13Apollo sits to the side.
24:16I notice his eyes are locked right on me.
24:18Hera gives the command,
24:20Trial officially started.
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