When Cherish's father passes away, her world crumbles. Her mother, distant and swallowed by her job, offers no comfort, and a jarring transfer to a new school leaves Cherish adrift in a sea of unfamiliar faces. Then, the unimaginable happens—she awakens as an Empowered. In a world where those with abilities—known as the Empowered or "masks"—are commodities for corporations and the remnants of the government, Cherish refuses to become a pawn in their game.

But she isn't just any mask—she might be one of the most potent. With her newfound determination to carve her path as a rogue, Cherish is thrust into a volatile game, caught between the omniscient gaze of corporate moguls and warring rogue factions who see her as a threat. To find happiness in this dystopian world, Cherish must become her own fortress. Only time will tell if she can rise against the odds—or if she'll shatter under the pressure.

Written as a collaborative project between EmergencyComplaints and RavensDagger for the "Mirror" Royal Road contest!

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