Episode Guide - Discussion

asim wrote:

Max64 wrote:So who is the surprise visitor that brightens up the afterparty?

I think it's the after party for the boxing match, so it could be Ames

Yeah, probably. Poor Ames got hurt. He's such a sweetie.

What does Ben need to open up about his past? Are they talking about the death of his father?

sgjsnow wrote:What does Ben need to open up about his past? Are they talking about the death of his father?

Was his father's death recently or more in the past?

Alexxxx wrote:OMG. Kill me. Just kill me now. Ashley, please buy a clue.

No doubt!!!

So, I'm assuming the "loose-lipped" bachelor (according to the description posted last week) is William?

San wrote:

sgjsnow wrote:What does Ben need to open up about his past? Are they talking about the death of his father?

Was his father's death recently or more in the past?

He doesn't specify in his intro piece so I'm not sure.

June 14, 2011
IS ASHLEY OVER HER HEARTBREAKING SETBACK WITH BENTLEY?
IT’S ON TO CHIANG MAI, THAILAND, AS ASHLEY TRIES TO MOVE ON AND
CONNECT WITH ONE OF HER 11 REMAINING MEN, ON ABC’S “THE BACHELORETTE”
Ben C. and William’s Dramatic Two‐on‐One Date Guarantees One Man a Ticket Home
“Episode 705” – The specter of Bentley still looms over Ashley’s chances for a happy ending as she and the final 11 men travel to the ancient city of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Still a little shell shocked, Ashley is optimistic that she can prove to her suitors that she has moved on and gotten over her disastrous disappointment attached to Bentley’s departure. However, Ben F. has problems opening up to Ashley on their magical, romantic one‐on‐one date. The dreaded two‐on‐one date pits Ben C. and William on a scenic raft sailing down a majestic river, and Ashley has a jaw‐dropping way to settle the whole decision about who goes home. But will it lead to more heartbreak? And eight brave bachelors get the workout of their lives as they train in Muay Thai boxing and fight each other in front of hundreds of people. The competition takes a frightening turn as one of the men ends up in the hospital. Meanwhile, Ashley realizes she is having trouble bonding with the bachelors, but there are roses to be given out, and the guys sense it is make‐or‐break time, on “The Bachelorette,” MONDAY, JUNE 20 (8:00‐10:01 p.m., ET), on ABC.
The bachelors settle into their home base at the Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, and Ben F. gets the first date with Ashley. The couple hold hands in a Chiang Mai marketplace, and they wind up sitting front of an ancient temple. It takes all of their strength to resist kissing each other at such a sacred site. That night, the romance is renewed between the two as they dine in a beautiful courtyard, but this sensitive bachelor is having trouble revealing his past to Ashley. Will that cost him a rose, or will he find a way to relax and trust the Bachelorette?
The next morning, eight men meet Ashley at an outdoor gym. Whether they are athletic or not, they aren’t prepared for learning the traditional Thai art form of Muay Thai boxing. But the real drama begins when they learn they will fight each other in an open‐air square in the middle of Chiang Mai in front of hundreds of rooting spectators. The date takes a terrifying turn when Ames is rushed to a local hospital after suffering a blow to the head. That night at the after‐party, the somber mood is broken by a surprise visitor – and Ashley has a tough decision to make about who will get the rose. Two nervous bachelors – Ben C. and William – prepare to go on the dramatic two‐on‐one date. Ashley takes the men on a memorable raft ride, but the beautiful scenery and playful elephants can’t eliminate their apprehension. One man decides to take matters into his own hands and spills secrets about his competition. Will his fiendish plan work? Moments later, Ashley makes a shocking decision about the date and sends one stunned man home. By the end of the evening, Ashley’s choices have her
wondering if she will find love on this journey or just heartbreak.

An air of anxiety hangs over the cocktail party as Ashley discovers she is having difficulty connecting with the men. She receives comfort from one enthusiastic bachelor, but is hurt by another suitor who confesses he is not sure how strongly he feels about her. Not even a romantic talk with one sweet bachelor can ease her mind. She confides in Chris Harrison what the problem is… She is trying to move forward with the remaining men, but Bentley still has her heart. Eight men remain at the end of the night, but will Ashley find love with any of them? She will try and figure it out at their next stop, the magnificent city of Hong Kong.

jlccaz wrote:June 14, 2011
IS ASHLEY OVER HER HEARTBREAKING SETBACK WITH BENTLEY?
IT’S ON TO CHIANG MAI, THAILAND, AS ASHLEY TRIES TO MOVE ON AND
CONNECT WITH ONE OF HER 11 REMAINING MEN, ON ABC’S “THE BACHELORETTE”
Ben C. and William’s Dramatic Two‐on‐One Date Guarantees One Man a Ticket Home
“Episode 705” – The specter of Bentley still looms over Ashley’s chances for a happy ending as she and the final 11 men travel to the ancient city of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Still a little shell shocked, Ashley is optimistic that she can prove to her suitors that she has moved on and gotten over her disastrous disappointment attached to Bentley’s departure. However, Ben F. has problems opening up to Ashley on their magical, romantic one‐on‐one date. The dreaded two‐on‐one date pits Ben C. and William on a scenic raft sailing down a majestic river, and Ashley has a jaw‐dropping way to settle the whole decision about who goes home. But will it lead to more heartbreak? And eight brave bachelors get the workout of their lives as they train in Muay Thai boxing and fight each other in front of hundreds of people. The competition takes a frightening turn as one of the men ends up in the hospital. Meanwhile, Ashley realizes she is having trouble bonding with the bachelors, but there are roses to be given out, and the guys sense it is make‐or‐break time, on “The Bachelorette,” MONDAY, JUNE 20 (8:00‐10:01 p.m., ET), on ABC.
The bachelors settle into their home base at the Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, and Ben F. gets the first date with Ashley. The couple hold hands in a Chiang Mai marketplace, and they wind up sitting front of an ancient temple. It takes all of their strength to resist kissing each other at such a sacred site. That night, the romance is renewed between the two as they dine in a beautiful courtyard, but this sensitive bachelor is having trouble revealing his past to Ashley. Will that cost him a rose, or will he find a way to relax and trust the Bachelorette?
The next morning, eight men meet Ashley at an outdoor gym. Whether they are athletic or not, they aren’t prepared for learning the traditional Thai art form of Muay Thai boxing. But the real drama begins when they learn they will fight each other in an open‐air square in the middle of Chiang Mai in front of hundreds of rooting spectators. The date takes a terrifying turn when Ames is rushed to a local hospital after suffering a blow to the head. That night at the after‐party, the somber mood is broken by a surprise visitor – and Ashley has a tough decision to make about who will get the rose. Two nervous bachelors – Ben C. and William – prepare to go on the dramatic two‐on‐one date. Ashley takes the men on a memorable raft ride, but the beautiful scenery and playful elephants can’t eliminate their apprehension. One man decides to take matters into his own hands and spills secrets about his competition. Will his fiendish plan work? Moments later, Ashley makes a shocking decision about the date and sends one stunned man home. By the end of the evening, Ashley’s choices have her
wondering if she will find love on this journey or just heartbreak.

An air of anxiety hangs over the cocktail party as Ashley discovers she is having difficulty connecting with the men. She receives comfort from one enthusiastic bachelor, but is hurt by another suitor who confesses he is not sure how strongly he feels about her. Not even a romantic talk with one sweet bachelor can ease her mind. She confides in Chris Harrison what the problem is… She is trying to move forward with the remaining men, but Bentley still has her heart. Eight men remain at the end of the night, but will Ashley find love with any of them? She will try and figure it out at their next stop, the magnificent city of Hong Kong.

Are you freaking kidding me? Someone please show her the damn tapes! :greenman:

That night, the romance is renewed between the two as they dine in a beautiful courtyard, but this sensitive bachelor is having trouble revealing his past to Ashley. (Ben F's dad passing away)
That night at the after‐party, the somber mood is broken by a surprise visitor – (Ames shows up)
One man decides to take matters into his own hands and spills secrets about his competition. (I'm guessing Will because I don't think Ben C would ever do that)
She receives comfort from one enthusiastic bachelor (Ryan P of course) but is hurt by another suitor who confesses he is not sure how strongly he feels about her. (Who could that be?) Not even a romantic talk with one sweet bachelor can ease her mind. (JP?)

Princess81320 wrote: That night, the romance is renewed between the two as they dine in a beautiful courtyard, but this sensitive bachelor is having trouble revealing his past to Ashley. (Ben F's dad passing away)
That night at the after‐party, the somber mood is broken by a surprise visitor – (Ames shows up)
One man decides to take matters into his own hands and spills secrets about his competition. (I'm guessing Will because I don't think Ben C would ever do that)
She receives comfort from one enthusiastic bachelor (Ryan P of course) but is hurt by another suitor who confesses he is not sure how strongly he feels about her. (Who could that be?) Not even a romantic talk with one sweet bachelor can ease her mind. (JP?)

I think the one that confesses not sure how strong he feels is Constantine. In the preview she asks him if he is closer to her or the guys and he says, "Naturally, the guys." That is my guess on that one. Maybe JP is the romantic talk or the enthusiastic bachelor? Though I guess Ryan really is the one that has been dubbed "enthusiastic" though.

but is hurt by another suitor who confesses he is not sure how strongly he feels about her. (Who could that be?)

Thats Constantine. I think they showed a preview of it. She asks him does he feel closer to guys or her and he admits it's the guys...

If it's Constantine, why would she keep him around and he gets another 1 on 1 in epi 7.
It could be Nick, he's sent home at the RC?