Viewers were stunned when top contenderDina Lupancu was eliminated while Zoe moved forward.
However, Grant seemed uncertain about letting Zoe go and clearly wanted more time to get to know her.
This week, contestants had the chance to bond with Grant, and received advice from former contestants.
Instead, he chose Juliana and Litia as his final two.
Her lighthearted and playful nature stood out, offering a refreshing contrast to the contestants.
Grant clearly saw something in Zoe, and they should have had more time to connect.
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For her caption, Zoe wrote,“Was I silent or was I silenced!!”
She stole him away for a private rooftop conversation, using every opportunity to secure more time with him.
However, Sarafiena later apologized and even defended Zoe, calling her"a very misunderstood person.
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Though not the most ideal or friendly approach, it’s a strategy many contestants have used before.
Instead, I’ve seen him play it so safe that the season has become predictable.
The only real surprise was when he chose Zoe, despite barely spending any time with her.
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However, he later admitted he said it prematurely to the camera.
Like Alexe, Zoe had an honest and open chemistry with Grantthey just needed more time.
The Bachelorairs on Mondays at 8 p.m. EST on ABC.
