Brad thinks Ashley H makes it easy for him to open up and puts him at ease. Ashley H fears that Brad is 'obligated' to choose someone but he reassures her that he doesn't need redemption and won't waste her time. Ashley H questions if that makes Brad a better man and he answers that it makes him know what he doesn't want to be but has also scared him, which could have influenced his past experience on The Bachelor.

Brad points out he has a similar story with his own father not being around. She tells Brad that her dad has addiction problems and has been homeless for most of her life. Talk turns serious over drinks as Ashley reveals her ambitious nature is driven by her need to safeguard herself in case the worst happens in life. They end up kissing passionately with Ashley H admitting she can't believe she's fallen for somebody so quickly but could see herself ending up with him. Brad takes her on a romantic drive which ends up at a private carnival just for them! He's impressed with the fact she's living in the moment (despite her glamorous dress) and they both agree it's the most fun date they've had in years. Melissa thinks it's imperative she gets the date, pointing out that she's quit her job and spent a fortune on clothes for the show. The second episode of The Bachelor saw the bachelorettes treated to their first dates (two individual outings and one group date) of the season, while former Bachelorette couple Ali and Roberto also returned to help Brad decide which women were genuine.Д®verybody wants the first date with Brad.

Summary episode 7 bachelor