Heartmender

Set in Barracks, where the economy revolves around the barter of human hearts, the Heart Reign festival offers a unique opportunity for citizens to exchange their hearts for their deepest desires. This year, Adelaide Tye is poised to participate in this life-altering event, highlighting the themes of sacrifice and desire as she navigates the implications of trading her most valuable possession. The story explores the moral complexities of such a transaction in a society where emotions and aspirations are literally tied to the heart.