Michael is a 14 year old boy who was left at an orphanage as an infant and has no memory of his biological parents except for a necklace with a cross made of quarts on a black cord. His adoptive family doesn't like him and only adopted him to do all their work. While home is a disaster, Michael finds places that feel safe and welcoming from the chaos at home. He meets a strange girl who convinces him to let his hidden talents shine.