Johnny Carter may have stepped back into Walford hoping to find his feet, but instead, he finds his heart pulled in an unexpected direction. What started as a lighthearted fling with Felix Baker quickly becomes something far more complicated—and potentially heartbreaking.

Introduced by none other than Linda Carter, who’s been trying to navigate her own emotional chaos, Johnny and Felix seemed like a match made in modern dating heaven: easy, breezy, no strings attached. Johnny was more than content with their casual arrangement at first, even defending the setup to a bemused Linda, who was clearly hoping their chemistry would lead to something deeper.

But next week, things shift. Johnny begins to realize that this so-called fling has sparked something real inside him. Maybe it’s the way Felix smiles mid-conversation, or how he never judges—whatever it is, Johnny’s not looking for fleeting fun anymore. He wants more.

Enter Elaine Knight, Johnny’s ever-supportive grandmother. In a tender heart-to-heart, Johnny opens up to her about his growing feelings. Elaine encourages him to be brave, reminding him that love is worth the risk—even if the outcome is uncertain. Bolstered by her words, Johnny decides to shoot his shot. He invites Felix on a real date—something official, something with potential.

But heartbreak hits swiftly. Felix turns him down, already scheduled to meet someone else that very night. Johnny is crushed. It’s clear that, despite their time together, Felix isn’t in the same headspace. He’s still playing the field, still searching—or maybe running—from something deeper.

Just when Johnny thinks it’s truly over before it ever began, fate throws him a lifeline. Felix’s new date is a disaster, leaving him unimpressed and unfulfilled. Sensing an opportunity, Johnny offers a movie afternoon to lift his spirits, a simple gesture wrapped in hope. This could be the moment—the opening he’s been waiting for.

But as he prepares to have the talk, to finally put his feelings on the line, chaos descends. Linda, Elaine, and the rest of the Knight women barge in unannounced, turning Johnny’s romantic setup into a farcical family affair. His courage fizzles out amid the noise and the chatter.

Still, Johnny doesn’t give up. Later that week, he finally lays his cards on the table. No interruptions. No mixed signals. Just pure honesty. He wants a relationship. He wants Felix. But does Felix want the same?

As this emotional crossroads plays out, there’s a shadow hanging over the storyline. Behind the scenes, it’s already been confirmed that actor Matthew James Morrison, who plays Felix, is set to exit EastEnders later this year. That revelation casts doubt on Johnny’s romantic hopes. Is this a love story cut short before it even begins?

Felix first arrived in Walford back in 2022, along with his brother Finlay and their father Avery. Viewers quickly embraced Felix—not just for his charisma and charm, but for the historic mark he made on the Square as its first regular drag queen, Tara Misu. His boldness and authenticity made him a fan favorite, and his dynamic with Johnny showed real promise.

But with Morrison’s departure looming, fans are left wondering: will Felix ride off into the sunset alone, or will Johnny follow his heart right out of Walford?

As Johnny waits for an answer, it’s clear that love in Albert Square is never simple. But if anyone deserves a shot at happiness, it’s Johnny Carter. Whether Felix stays or goes, one thing is certain—Johnny has rediscovered a part of himself he thought was lost. And in EastEnders, that kind of emotional awakening never comes without a price.

Stay tuned, because things are about to get emotional—and someone’s bound to walk away with a broken heart.