Chapter 58 Let's Do It

• With the party still in full swing, Edwin found himself slipping deeper into a fog of self-doubt and alcohol. The initial high of the celebration had faded, replaced by a gnawing sense of inadequacy. He watched as Lance moved effortlessly through the crowd, charming everyone in his orbit, and felt a pang of envy mixed with desire.
• "Another round, mate?" the bartender asked, eyeing Edwin with a mix of concern and professional detachment.
• Edwin nodded, pushing his empty glass forward. "Keep 'em coming," he muttered.