Shadows of Another Life

When Lila finds an old, dust-covered mirror at a forgotten antique store, she doesn't expect it to change her life forever. But the moment her reflection flickers—showing not just her own face, but the face of someone else—her world is torn apart. What starts as a strange curiosity soon reveals an alternate version of herself living an entirely different life.

Drawn to this mysterious reflection, Lila begins to explore the boundaries between her reality and the world that seems to shadow her own. As she unravels the secrets behind the mirror and its connection to a hidden power, she discovers that this other life might be the key to understanding her own—and the dark forces that threaten to erase both of them.

Main Character: Lila Carter

Age: 17
Appearance:

Lila has shoulder-length, dark brown hair that she usually wears in loose waves, and expressive brown eyes that often reveal her emotions before she even speaks.She's not conventionally striking, but there's an understated beauty to her—soft features that become more captivating when she's lost in thought or focused on something that intrigues her.Her clothing style is casual, often leaning toward vintage or thrifted items—her favorite being a worn leather jacket she inherited from her mother.

Personality:

Curious: Lila is naturally inquisitive, always wanting to understand the "why" behind things. She's the type to question everything, from her own life choices to the meaning of dreams.Introspective: She spends a lot of time thinking about her place in the world, especially since she's always felt like something was missing from her life, a sense of purpose that she can't quite grasp.Reluctant Hero: Though she's brave in many ways, Lila often feels out of her depth when faced with the supernatural and the unknown. She's not a "chosen one" or someone with innate skills to solve mysteries, but her willingness to dive into the unknown—driven by an inexplicable connection to the alternate life shown in the mirror—makes her a reluctant heroine.Empathetic: Lila has a deep sense of empathy for others. She often finds herself caring for people who don't ask for help, and she can pick up on the hidden struggles others face. Her empathy makes her very intuitive, especially when it comes to the stranger's reflection in the mirror, which she feels an overwhelming pull toward.

Background:

Lila grew up in a small town, living with her father after her mother passed away when she was young. Her father is a quiet man, withdrawn since her mother's death, leaving Lila to figure out much of life on her own.She's always been a bit of an outsider at school—bright, but not popular, more comfortable with books and solitary activities than socializing. She's never quite felt like she belongs, and she sometimes wonders if there's more to her life than what meets the eye.Lila had a happy childhood, but her mother's death left a void she's never been able to fill. She often dreams of her mother, and sometimes feels as if she's being guided by invisible forces, though she's never been able to make sense of it.Though she has friends, she's always had a sense that they don't really know her—there's something she hasn't shared with them. Her connection to the mysterious mirror, however, begins to make her question if she's ever truly known herself.

Skills/Abilities:

Artistic: Lila has a knack for sketching, often losing herself in drawing when she's confused or stressed. Her sketches are often abstract or surreal, which she later discovers are strangely connected to the alternate reality she's seeing in the mirror.Intuitive: Though not magical, Lila has an uncanny ability to sense when something is wrong, or when something is out of place—a sensitivity that comes in handy as she uncovers the mystery of the mirror.Problem Solver: Lila is logical and methodical when she needs to be, always trying to piece things together. Her natural curiosity drives her to investigate situations from all angles.