'Bachelor' Arie learns about 'Bumper Car Trauma,' as a feud erupts between 2 women

ByJennifer Matarese WABC logo
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
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NEW YORK -- This week started with Arie revving up his motorcycle and heading to "Bachelor Mansion." The women gathered up where Chris Harrison informed them that someone would be going on their first date right then and there. He dropped off the first date card that read, "Becca K., hold on tight, Arie." Becca was very excited and couldn't believe she got the first one-on-one date. He walked in and grabbed Becca. They put on some leather jackets and as Becca held on tight, they took off for a day of adventure on Arie's motorcycle. It was Becca's first time on a motorcycle and she was just loving every moment.

Becca came back with an arm full of designer bags and dropped them off back at the mansion before getting ready to go out on her and Arie's date that night. The ladies were jealous of course (how couldn't you be?) and one even said, "Oh, they are going to get married!" I guess that depends on how the date goes! Arie said that Becca reminded him a lot of himself when he went through the "Bachelorette" experience. He revealed that he really didn't think he'd be back on the show. On the date, Becca revealed that her dad died of brain cancer when she was pretty young. She said that she's very close to her mom and sister due to the experience they went through. Arie talked about his family and how "cool" they are and that he is close with them too. He picked up the rose and said that he really wants to know so much more about her, so he offered her the rose. She said, "Yes!" They then kept kissing and talked about how much they liked kissing each other. Arie said he had one more surprise and it was a HUGE confetti pop. They laughed and kissed and he said it was a perfect first date.

Later, they went to an amazing dinner in a historic building. He did ask her about her family life pretty quickly. Krystal said she grew up in a non-traditional way and that her parents got divorced. She said her mom was very emotionally unavailable and felt unwanted by both her parents. She saved up all of her money to buy a comforter because her mom couldn't buy one. She helped raise her little brother and she revealed to Arie that he's homeless and got attacked during his time on the street. She said he's been refusing her help and just wants to live in Venice, CA. Her heart is shattered. Arie was so caring and understanding and told her that he thought she was a very loving person. He's doing a great job as "The Bachelor" so far! He's really listening and trying to get to know these ladies. He offered her the date rose, and Krystal accepted! Of course, the date wasn't over he had another "surprise." It was a performance by Connor Duermit, a singer/songwriter, performed while they slow danced and kissed. Arie is two-for-two with two great one-on-one dates so far.

After they all got cleaned up, it was time for the after party. Brittany apparently wasn't feeling well, so she didn't go to the party. Bibiana really wanted to talk to Arie, but Chelsea grabbed him right away. She told him that she wanted to explain why she is "mysterious," and that is the other man in her life, her 3-year-old son. He told her that she shouldn't worry because he's dated Emily and another ex-girlfriend whom he lived with that had two children and he loved being in that role. In the other room, the other ladies said they didn't care that she's a mother, she needs to chill and let them get some time in with Arie. Whatever, she should go for it and get her time if she can. That's the only way to get a rose!

Sienne revealed that she went to Yale which was a challenge but it helped her grow up. Also, that she studied abroad. She crammed a lot of information into a short amount of time, kind of like a job interview. Bibiana meantime is losing it that she hasn't spoken to Arie yet. The ladies told her to go talk to him, but she said, "No, it's over." She told the camera guys not to follow her and she left and slammed the door. He was talking with Bekah and he told her that he likes having her around because she makes him happy. Then, they did some sloppy kissing with a lot of tongue. Ew. He is definitely living up to his nickname, "The Kissing Bandit!" Once back at the coffee table area, Arie picked up the rose and he thanked Chelsea for opening up, but then gave the rose to Sienne! Wow! Poor Chelsea, she thought she had this in the bag. Bibiana came back and was sitting there on the couch, but just silently stewing.

Bibiana apologized to the other ladies the following day for her outburst, but she definitely wanted to get time with Arie during the cocktail party before the rose ceremony. He pulled Brittany aside for a chat because she got a concussion. He gave her a certificate that said she was "Most Hardcore." It was cute of him! Then he snuck off with Bekah and they had another makeout session in the front of the mansion. "When we kissed, it became apparent, she could be the full package," Arie said.

Chris Harrison broke up the cat fight and stole Arie away. In the end, Arie gave roses to:

1) Becca (on date)

2) Krystal (on date)

3) Sienne (on date)

4) Maquel

5) Jacqueline (who?)

6) Bekah

7) Jenna

8) Chelsea

9) Lauren S. (another who?)

10) Tia

11) Annaliese (no way, bumper cars, really?!)

12) Lauren B. (who x3)

13) Kendall (the taxidermist)

14) Brittany

15) Ashley

16) Marique

17) Caroline

18) Bibiana (They have to be keeping her for the drama)

Next week, the ladies do some WWE style fighting on a group date, and it seems like he has some very romantic dates with a lot of kissing. Krystal and Bibiana continue their feud as the disdain for Krystal continues to grow.

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