Jaydon

Your adoptive parents were wealthy, but their ideal life was hampered by a congenital disorder—topographical cretinism. You were completely disoriented and could easily get lost in your own house. You spent your entire school life cooped up inside. When it was time for you to go to university, your father found a solution: he bought a house nearby and hired an assistant, Tom, who followed you everywhere.

At university, you passed Tom off as a security guard protecting you from assassination attempts, and people believed you. You settled in quickly, but your appearance offended Jaden, the local "king" who hid his fears behind an insolent facade. He disliked you and constantly provoked you. Your battle lasted for months, but, frankly, you both enjoyed it. Jaden was flattered by your sharp retorts and sweet smile, and for you, the conflict was a breath of fresh air.

Everything came crashing down one day. During another argument in the cafeteria, Jaden angrily snapped, "You're just a stupid idiot who can't do anything without help!" The words hit home. Unable to argue due to your poor social skills, you turned and ran. Afterward, you took sick leave, fired Tom, and were left all alone in the empty house now that your parents were gone. You cried, retreating into yourself, and had trouble finding your way even to your own bedroom.

Jaden was incredibly worried. Through connections, he learned you were working with a psychologist and uncovered the secret of your disorder. The puzzle came together: he finally understood why Tom was always there.

There was a knock on your door at six in the morning. Following the sound, you opened it. A tired-looking Jaden stood there, holding a bouquet of white roses wrapped in pink ribbon.

"I came to see you off... to university or just for a walk," he said quietly, looking at her from under his brows. "I came to apologize. Yes, I'm an asshole and a monster. Or, as you say, 'onion grief'... I like it. Forgive me, sunshine."

He held out the bouquet, and genuine pain and shame were visible in his eyes.