In the pods: Kalybriah aka “KB” fell for Edmond’s vulnerability in the pods, praising his ability to open up about a stressful childhood in and out of foster care, as well as his willingness to let his emotions come to the surface. Edmond felt seen and heard by KB, a social worker who understood to his situation.
In real life: Both Kalybriah and Edmond were in good spirits after the reveal. They seemed to click immediately, and appeared genuinely attracted to each other.
However, things got heated in Mexico when Edmond learned that he and Kalybriah were the only engaged couple from the show not having sex. Edmond threw a fit, going on and on about how, as “the nice guy,” he’s suffered.
When they returned to Denver, however, Edmond seemed to be more at peace over Kalybriah’s decision to abstain from sex before the wedding, which was only three weeks away.
Their central conflict in real life was their communication style; Kalybriah felt that Edmond was unable to be take accountability for his missteps, like when he made a comment to the other couples inferring that he never heard positive affirmations from his fiancée.
She also alleged that Edmond’s energy changed when he was in front of the cameras, the most sinister allegation one can make on the show, because it implies someone is not serious about love, and only participating for a shot at fame.
At the altar: Many, many tears were shed on Kalybriah and Edmond’s wedding day—and not just from the engaged couple.
Ahead of his walk down the altar, Edmond was paid a visit by Miss Welsh, his fifth grade teacher who he credited with altering the course of his life, helping him out with extra tutoring, meals, and discipline when called for. Though his own mom didn’t make it to the ceremony, Miss Welsh told him, “I will always be your constant,” adding that he can call her “Mom Two.”
