The Art of Villainy (SEVENTEEN)

The Art of Villainy (SEVENTEEN)

A Silent Awakening

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Hello, everyone!
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This is my first time writing a system villain story
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I’m really excited to share it with you all! It’s a fun and thrilling ride, and I hope you enjoy the twists and turns along the way.
Quick Disclaimer: This story is actually inspired by a plot I came across a while ago. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find the original author or story to give proper credit. Please note, I am not directly copying the original work but rather taking inspiration from its outline. The story will unfold according to my own writing style, so while some elements may resemble the original, everything will evolve in a direction of my own making. I hope you all enjoy the story and join me on this journey!
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The palace was quiet, hidden under the early morning mist.
A soft wind moved through the empty hallways, making the old wooden floors creak and the silk curtains dance slowly. The smell of burnt wood and old incense hung heavy in the air. The faint light from the lanterns shook with the breeze, casting long, strange shadows along the walls.
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Far away, a large bell rang — a deep sound that echoed through the cold air, marking the hour before sunrise.
Inside a room in the east wing, everything was still.
The bed in the center of the room stood tall and grand, made of dark wood, carved with dragons and flowers. It was covered with many layers of silk blankets, soft and heavy, like they were meant to keep the outside world away.
On the bed, someone was moving — caught in a some kind of nightmare.
An omega, young and beautiful, tossed and turned under the covers. His skin, pale like snow, was wet with sweat. His hands clutched the sheets tightly as soft, broken words slipped from his mouth.
Outside, the wind let out a sharp howl. At the same time, the omega jerked awake, sitting up fast with a loud gasp.
His chest rose and fell quickly, struggling for air. His brown eyes were wide.
He wiped his forehead with a shaking hand, trying to calm his racing heart.
A soft noise made him freeze — a floorboard creaking near the door.
He turned his head sharply.
Maid
Maid
(gentle voice) Master Jisoo?
The door slid open, and a young maid stepped inside, bowing deeply. She wore a simple but tidy jeogori and chima, her expression warm yet filled with caution.
Maid
Maid
Are you alright, Young Master Joshua?
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
I’m fine (said after a pause, voice rough and quiet)
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Just a dream.
The maid bowed quickly
Maid
Maid
Young Master I will inform the Master at once of your waking, and have your bath prepared.
She said quickly, casting one last worried glance at him before hurrying from the room.
Silence returned once again.
omega sat still on the bed, feeling the soft sheets around him
He closed his eyes and spoke in his mind.
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Details !
System
System
《System Activated》 《Loading Memory... 98%... 100%》 《Mission World: Earth 0137 — Omegaverse — The Forbidden Bloom》 《Identity: Joshua Jung — Omega — Son of Minister》 《Mission Goal: Survive and Change Fate》
The cold, familiar voice of the system filled his mind.
And then the story unfolded.
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“The story takes place in an ancient kingdom, where strict traditions govern the roles of alphas, betas, and omegas. In this world, omegas are expected to be soft-spoken, obedient, and hidden behind veils of modesty. But one omega defied it all—Baek Hana, the female lead.”
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
(Smirk weakened slightly at the word husband)
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
My future husband falling for someone else? How delightful (murmured)
System
System
(Unbothered, the System went on)
“Prince Mingyu, Seungcheol, and Hana become an inseparable trio. Both alphas fall deeply for Hana, but it is Prince Mingyu who captures her heart. They marry, and Hana ascends as Queen, while Seungcheol willingly steps back, remaining a loyal friend to them both.”
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
(Tilted his head, amber eyes narrowing) And where does Jung Jisoo fit into this charming little play?
System
System
(Whispered, its voice as cold and inexorable as fate itself)
"Jung Jisoo is the only son of Minister Jung, an influential figure at the Imperial Court,"
"Born a rare male omega to a powerful bloodline, you were treasured beyond reason — and thus, spoil by it."
System
System
(Tone dropped, growing heavier)
“The original Jung Jisoo fell for Seungcheol at first sight. Used to getting anything he desired, he mistook obsession for love. Despite Seungcheol’s clear refusal—his heart belonging fully to Hana—Jisoo couldn’t accept it. Driven by desperation, he pressured his father, Minister Jung Hoseok, who leveraged his power at court to arrange a forced marriage between you and Seungcheol.”
“After the forced marriage, Jisoo quickly realized a cruel truth. Though Seungcheol honored him with formal respect, his true gentleness, his rare smiles, and his unwavering protection were reserved only for Baek Hana. Toward Jisoo, there was only polite coldness—distant and unreachable.”
“Jealousy and bitterness began to fester in Jisoo’s heart. Watching Seungcheol’s every tender glance toward Hana, every moment of quiet care, made him feel invisible, unwanted. Unable to bear it, Jisoo’s obsession took a darker turn. He began plotting against Hana, believing that if she disappeared, Seungcheol would have no choice but to turn to him.”
“But no matter how carefully Jisoo wove his schemes—poisoned tea, rigged accidents, whispered rumors—Hana was always saved, whether by mighyu or Seungcheol’s vigilance or by pure fate. Each failure pushed Jisoo further into desperation and madness, until finally, in a final reckless act, he tried to take her life with his own hands.”
“He was caught, and in the end, stripped of his titles and imprisoned. Not long after, Jisoo, once the pampered heir, was executed for his crimes, and everyone leaved happily everafter."
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Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
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System
System
What’s your plan?
Joshua didn’t answer right away. Instead, he strolled toward the window, gazing out at the misty estate gardens. His voice dropped to a low whisper, almost like a secret carried by the morning fog.
Beneath his breath, so quietly the System almost missed it
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
(muttered) Seungcheol...
A name spoken like a wish—and a warning.
The System fell silent, sensing the shift in the air.
BANG!
The doors swung open with a loud crash.
minister Jung Hoseok
minister Jung Hoseok
Jisoo!
Minister Jung Hoseok rushed in, his silken robes flying behind him. He crossed the room in seconds, reaching Joshua and cupping his face with trembling hands.
minister Jung Hoseok
minister Jung Hoseok
My precious boy
minister Jung Hoseok
minister Jung Hoseok
Did you have a nightmare? Why didn’t you call for me?
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
(Smiled sweetly, a smile he had perfected over the years) I’m fine, Father. Just a strange dream.
Hoseok sighed, brushing Joshua’s hair back with soft, loving hands. His eyes held nothing but warmth.
minister Jung Hoseok
minister Jung Hoseok
You’re everything to me, Jisoo. I’ll protect you from anything — always.
Joshua nodded obediently, leaning into his father’s touch.
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
Jung Jisoo/Joshua
I know, Father (murmurs)
For a while, they stayed like that — a father and son, wrapped in quiet warmth. The room, heavy with velvet curtains and golden morning light, seemed to hush itself to listen.
And for now, in that peaceful moment, Joshua allowed himself to simply be a son
But how long would this peace last?
Joshua’s lips curled into the faintest of smiles, eyes glinting with an unspoken thought.
The storm was always closer than it seemed.
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