After six weeks of living together as husband & wife, tonight's the night that we find out whether our couples will live happily ever after, or go their separate ways. THE TENSION IS KILLING ME.
We begin at Zoe & Alex's, where they are bathing the world's squishiest dog. Seriously, don't you just want to moosh that little face?
LOOK AT THAT FACE.
Meanwhile, one couple who are enjoying less than smooth sailing (get it? coz they're in a boat? ZING!) are Clare & Lachlan. After last week's spat about PDA's, Lachlan confesses that "I've got feelings for Clare...I wouldn't say that I'm in love at this point. Every time I keep feeling like I'm falling deeper & deeper, something like what happened the other day at my mum's place crops up, and that makes me take a couple of steps back and thats something I've gotta think about." Hmm. Stormy seas ahead, perhaps?
Things aren't looking great over at Michelle & James' place either. After being away for work, James isn't answering Michelle's calls and she's stressing. RULE #571 GENTLEMEN: Always answer phone calls from the Mrs. Even if you don't want to pick up, at least send a text letting her know what's up. Actually, this rule goes for us too ladies, because God knows I've copped an earful from B in the past when I haven't taken his calls.
As they're nearing the end of the experiment, they decide to try & rekindle the magic by revisiting the site of their wedding, which is as good a reason as any to pay a visit to the Northern Beaches. No jokes here, it's just a beautiful part of the world.
See?
Back in Ferntree Gully, and Alex has bought Zoe a little going away present to remember him by...
The cutest damn reaction to Ugg boots that you ever did see.
And in what might be the sweetest moment of the series so far, Zoe says of Alex: "If this isn't love, then I'll have it, whatever it is!" AWWWW.
We've finally reached the final day of the experiment and it's time for Lachlan, James & Zoe to pack their bags. As Lachlan cleans out his drawers, the camera zooms in on a box of condoms, which I assume is supposed to be an exciting little moment for the audience, but considering he already spilled the beans about their wedding night consummation, it's not a groundbreaking development.
Back at Zoe & Alex's, Maddie the bulldog is so devastated by Zoe's goodbye that she barges through the back door for another cuddle. Well Alex, if you were looking for signs from the universe, I think Maddie just gave you a BIG one.
Decision day has arrived!! First up is Alex & Zoe, who - after the most awkward wedding of them all - have grown to become my favourite couple of the series. They are reunited in a chapel, alongside our panel of experts. As Alex explains his thinking behind his decision and the possible sacrifices to be made, Zoe makes an array of wonderfully concerned faces...
After she has declared that yes, she would like to continue their relationship, Alex leaves us all hanging with his response: "Zoe, I'm sorry....but you're going to have to put up with me a bit longer." YOU CRAFTY JACKRABBIT. Also, yay! They do seem very committed to each other already, saying that they've already discussed adopting a child. #TeamZolex 4EVAAA. I love them, guys.
Next up is James & Michelle. James seems to be 100% keen on continuing the relationship, but Michelle is keeping her cards close to her chest, saying that she "needs to see how he fits into her life." Obviously, we now know that they haven't lasted and that Michelle has since married her ex, but I'm still interested to see whether they decided to pursue it initially. As she approaches the chapel, Michelle states that she's "happy it ends today, and that I can move on with my life." Ooh...could be a misdirect, but still...it doesn't sound good.
As expected, James confirms he wants to continue...and surprise, surprise, so does Michelle!
The happy couple...for now, at least...
And finally, we have farmer Lachlan & firecracker Clare. Clare admits to the experts that she has "silently" told Lachlan that she loves him, but is hesitant to say it aloud since she's said it in the past and not had it reciprocated. SEE WHAT I WAS SAYING LAST WEEK? The girl has damage, and there's nothing wrong with that, she can only be who she is.
Unsurprisingly, Clare wishes to continue with Lachlan, and after a bit of a misdirect with a cheeky "but...", Lachlan confirms that he would like to stay together, and our delightful odd couple drive off into the sunset. Which then transitions into...
...a catch up with our couples, two months after filming wrapped. Did they get their happily ever after?
Clare & Lachlan :: After some leading statements that make it look as though things had taken a turn for the worse, Clare & Lachlan confirm that they are still together. Clare seems to have mellowed since the experiment ended and they are taking it slow and looking towards their future together. Aww.
James & Michelle :: No messing around here, since everyone knows how it's ended up - they are no longer together. Apparently, after their rough week towards the end of the experiment, the relationship never recovered and Michelle pulled out the old classic, "I love you, but I'm not in love with you." Poor James seems genuinely gutted by this, saying that he misses her still. Aww buddy. Your lady is out there somewhere.
Zoe & Alex :: I LOVE THESE TWO SO MUCH. They are still together and have added to their family: meet Winston the bulldog! Adorably, Zoe says "Alex has Maddie, I have Winnie and together we all have each other." AWWW.
Of course, this was filmed last year, and there have been further developments since. Clare & Lachlan are no longer together and he will be starring on the upcoming season of Farmer Wants A Wife. Zoe & Alex are still going strong and are in the process of renovating their first home together, having recently sold his Ferntree Gully bachelor pad. Sadly, they also lost a baby earlier this year and I'm sure I speak for all of us when I say that our hearts go out to them for their devastating loss. Zoe has recently been speaking in public about their loss, in an effort to break down the stigma that surrounds pregnancy & infant loss. In short, she's a bloody champion and an incredibly strong woman.
So there we have it! Season one, done & dusted! What did you think? Was it everything you expected? I'm honestly surprised that they seemed to have created a lasting match as strong as Zoe & Alex. Seriously, follow them on Instagram. Killing me with cuteness.
Missed anything? Catch up on the first season here...
Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 4
Episode 5
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