Simeon King is a character I’ve been eager to dive into. He embodies diligence—the kind of diligence that we often overlook but is at the core of everything we love in a main male character. Simeon’s dedication, whether it’s in getting the girl, being the best for her, or pushing through life’s challenges, is his foundation. In Sloth, his growth might not be as significant as Eryn’s, but his diligence shines in every chapter. His greatest struggle? Trying to distract himself from the lingering pain of losing Eryn, the love of his life.
The Power of Distraction
One of the things that will stand out about Simeon is that he’s more than just a sports agent—he’s a businessman through and through. But his relentless drive isn’t just about ambition; it’s a tool he uses to avoid confronting his unresolved feelings for Eryn. Early in Sloth, Simeon says something in his first chapter that he walks back later, a clear indication that he’s been lying to himself. In truth, he’s been holding his breath, waiting to exhale in Eryn’s presence once again.
Simeon throws himself into projects, taking on nearly impossible feats just to feel the rush of excitement that Eryn once brought into his life. From his career to his social life, everything he does serves one purpose: to distract himself from the void left by her absence. Though he’s passionate about his work, there’s always the sense that something is missing—his heart is still waiting for Eryn.
The Inevitability of Love
No matter how hard Simeon tries to distract himself, nothing can stop Eryn from creeping into his thoughts. Like many who aren’t truly over their first love, he tries to find traces of her in the women he dates, but none of them compare. Eventually, he convinces himself that love just isn’t for him anymore, drowning himself in work that demands his undivided attention.
The Unspoken Battle
Simeon tells himself he wants to move on, but deep down, he knows the truth: no matter how much time passes, Eryn is never far from his mind. His unspoken battle to forget her drives his long work hours, his travels, and his relentless pursuit of success. His distraction is fueled by a desire to escape the thoughts of what he lost—but they always linger.
In his first appearance in So This is Love, Simeon gave Dallas advice about love that he couldn’t follow himself. He said, “It takes nine months for a life to be formed and delivered. We don’t even think to rush that. Why do we give grace to the formation of life but not to the formation of love, which is life-giving? Why are you rushing this? Give it some time. The adage is true—if it’s meant to be, it’ll be.” Ironically, Simeon has never given himself that grace.
The Turning Point
Even Simeon’s distractions must come to an end. A scandal lands on one of his clients’ doorsteps, and Simeon can no longer avoid what he’s been running from. To resolve the crisis, he needs help from the one person he’s been working so hard to forget—Eryn. Forced to work together, they confront their past and the unresolved feelings between them. The question is: can they rebuild what was lost, and will it be better this time around?
Simeon’s distractions bring him back to the love he’s tried to forget, setting the stage for their second chance. But will it be enough?
Find out in Sloth, the final chapter of the Love is Cure, Vol. 1 – Vices & Virtues series, available September 19th. Pre-order Sloth now on Amazon via the link below.
