He is popular, hot, ruthless, and fierce, Jayden King has it all: that makes him untouchable. But when his relentless bullying drives a classmate to death, his perfect world shatters in a way he could never have foreseen. Haunted by his actions, Jayden unknowingly awakens a curse—a dark force binding him to a fate that defies his control. Now, his only chance at redemption is to face a chilling new destiny, a path laced with danger, mystery, and haunting shadows of his past. With each step, he realizes the stakes are far higher than he ever imagined, and the cost of finding peace may be more than he’s willing to pay.

Jayden King - Rise of The Reegan

But just as her lips neared his, Jayden pulled back, his movements slow but deliberate. His heart screamed to close the distance, to hold her, to kiss her. He’d wanted to since that night when they danced under the moonlight, when he first realized how deeply he felt for her. But guilt clung to him like a second skin, choking any chance of happiness before it could begin. 


Rose froze, her breath catching in her throat. His rejection stung more than she wanted to admit. Wiping her tears quickly, she stood, her movements mechanical, her voice barely above a whisper. “I should go,” she said, her lips curving into a forced, fragile smile. “Thank you… for listening.” 


And with that, she turned and walked away, leaving Jayden sitting on the bench, his chest heavy with regret as he watched her retreating figure disappear into the distance. 


A Withered Rose