Edwin's mind was racing frantically as he stormed into his house, slamming the door behind him. His fingers trembled as he poured himself a hefty whiskey, amber liquid sloshing over the rim. The actor's green eyes, usually sparkling with charm, were now dark with turmoil. Lance's confession echoed in his mind, the unexpected kiss burning on his lips. Edwin ran a hand through his jet-black hair, mussing it in frustration. "This is ridiculous," he muttered, downing half the whiskey in one gulp. "I'm not... I can't be..." He paced the room, trying to rationalize his reaction toward the kiss. Of course, he'd been caught off guard. It was just surprise, nothing more. Edwin had always dated women; his entire life was a testament to his heterosexuality. This confusion was surely just a byproduc