"Back-and-forth banter" — The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On star Aria opens up to Scotty about their relationship "dynamic"

Netflix’s The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On season 3 returned with episode 7, titled The Changeover, on December 11, 2024. The latest episode marked the conclusion of the first trial marriages and the reunion of the original couples, sparking conversations about trust, compatibility, and unresolved feelings.

During a chat, Aria delved into her expectations for her relationship with Scotty, specifically addressing the “dynamic” she felt was missing. Speaking about her experience, Aria said:

"I just was like, ‘I want to be with Scotty who also sees me.’ The things that I appreciated from my first trial marriage, with Caleb… I wanted the self-awareness of you seeing where I'm coming from. And then the second thing is I want the dynamic of us—that back-and-forth banter."

Scotty, in response, admitted to questioning their compatibility and highlighted the baggage their relationship carried. He further made comparisons to their respective trial marriages.

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The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On: Scotty and Aria discuss their relationship challenges

The conversation between Scotty and Aria took center stage in The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On episode 7. Reflecting on her trial marriage with Caleb, Aria pointed out how his patience and attentiveness highlighted what was lacking with Scotty.

Emphasizing the need for Scotty to acknowledge her concerns rather than defend his actions, Aria said:

"I didn't want to be married to someone who never sees where they can be better and actually hear me out when I'm telling them they're hurting me."

Scotty, however, revealed that his trial marriage with Zaina had made him reflect on his relationship with Aria. He admitted to noticing differences in their ability to engage in lighthearted conversations, something he felt was absent with Aria. He said:

"Do we do that? Like, funny around each other? Do we have that same conversational banter? And I do think there was a point where you got kind of lost in it simply because you spent three weeks with someone… Our relationship is just different. We haven't lived together before, and so we haven't spent every night together."

The discussion took a turn when Scotty opened up about his connection with Zaina, describing it as more than friendship, which left Aria questioning his feelings. Meanwhile, Scotty confronted Aria about her bond with Caleb, stating that it raised doubts about their future. Aria then replied:

"If you feel like the emotional connection I had with someone else bothers you to an extent where you don't want to propose anymore, like… that is on you."

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What happened in The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On episode 7?

Episode 7 of The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On highlighted tense conversations, as the original couples reunited after trial marriages. Hosts Nick and Vanessa Lachey started "The Changeover" by encouraging participants to reflect on their experiences with new partners.

Zaina shared that her dynamic with Scotty shifted after guys' night, citing his growing suspicions about her communication with J.R. Despite their conflicts, Scotty acknowledged Zaina’s potential as a partner.

Meanwhile, Caleb reassured Aria that his intentions during the experiment were focused on self-improvement rather than pursuing a romantic connection. However, Aria admitted that Caleb’s patience and calm demeanor stood out, leading to a discussion between her and Mariah about Caleb's true feelings.

Elsewhere in The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On, Sandy and J.R. revealed that they had shared two kisses during their trial marriage, which upset both of their original partners. Sandy accused Nick of love-bombing her after previously neglecting her, while J.R. confessed to feeling conflicted between his connection with Sandy and his commitment to Zaina.

As the episode progressed, the couples reflected on their growth and ongoing challenges. Caleb and Mariah faced communication issues, with Mariah criticizing Caleb for dismissing her concerns about his bond with Aria.

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Fans can stream The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On season 3 exclusively on Netflix.