The thing I fucking hate most about Payneland not having become canon is that Edwin is doomed to have unrequited feelings for probably ever. And like, yeah, Charles loves him so much platonically and it's brills, but it would also really fucking hurt. And I think Edwin has had enough hurt in his existence, and he deserves to be happy in this way.
Like, this is a HUGE part of the reason that I really dislike post canon Payneland QPR rather than a romantic relationship. I love pre-canon QPR because that IS what they're in, but I've literally been in Edwin's exact position before (though he and Charles actually have a really healthy relationship compared to me and my former QPP.) It hurts SO MUCH.
I also just hate the trope of Gay Character Pining for Best Friend in a Straight Endgame Relationship. We've seen more than enough of that.
I'm also DEEPLY not a fan of Straight Charles (or Jayden now trying to market Charles as heterosexual.) That character is deeply queer coded. The way he sits. His mannerisms. His Vibe. I'm sorry but he's not straight.
And also? THE STARFISH
















