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As Grant Ellis approaches the culmination of his journey on The Bachelor, he finds himself at a crossroads between Litia Garr and Juliana Pasquarosa. Though his heartfelt declaration of love for Litia seemed to indicate a preference, Grant confides in a confessional that he is also deeply captivated by Juliana, hinting that his feelings are nearing love.
This internal conflict sets the stage for a dramatic three-hour finale that aired on March 24. So, what transpired in the finale? Here’s a recap, including the reasons behind Litia’s departure from the show.
Family Introductions
The episode kicked off with the highly anticipated meetings between Grant’s family—his parents and sister Taylor—and the final two contestants.
Litia was first to meet Grant’s family, and they received her warmly. However, when Grant expressed concerns about their differing timelines regarding starting a family, his father advised him not to dwell excessively on that issue, emphasizing that love should outweigh such concerns.
Juliana also made a positive impression on Grant’s family, earning praise from his mother for her radiant energy. Yet, she voiced her worries about the status of Juliana’s feelings, urging Grant to consider moving on if Juliana didn’t express love.
Fortunately, after their family introductions, both Grant and Juliana were able to share their feelings, declaring “I love you” to one another.
Finding Answers
As Grant embarked on his final dates with both women, he seized the opportunity to ask pivotal questions that could help inform his decision about a potential engagement.
When Grant inquired if Juliana was ready for an engagement, she affirmed her readiness, attributing her confidence to their mutual exchange of love.
Conversely, while talking with Litia, he raised the topic of parenting timelines, prompting a candid discussion about their future aspirations. Litia expressed her understanding of his goals, reinforcing her desire for both of them to share genuine excitement about becoming parents.
A Tough Choice
Despite these enlightening conversations, Grant found himself grappling with an increasingly challenging decision.
He articulated the dilemma to his father: he had a 31-year-old woman who had clarity about her wants and was supportive, juxtaposed with a partner with whom he shared a more carefree, enjoyable relationship.
Grant’s father encouraged him to trust his feelings, yet by the time he met with jeweler Neil Lane, uncertainty loomed. “I have a ring, but I don’t know who I’m going to give it to,” he admitted.
In the end, Litia became the unfortunate recipient of the shocking news during the final rose ceremony. She was the first to arrive, and Grant candidly told her that their connection was not as profound as another he felt. “My emotional connection is stronger somewhere else,” he explained.
Litia maintained her composure amidst this revelation, although she made it clear her perception of Grant had changed. “Yeah, you’re different than I thought,” she pointedly remarked.
She expressed admiration for Juliana, recognizing her worth and implying that there were complexities in Grant’s past interactions with her that warranted scrutiny.
During After the Final Rose, Litia disclosed that their relationship was more serious than it may have appeared, citing moments from their dates that indicated a deeper commitment than Grant had ultimately shown.
Looking Towards the Future
In a poignant turn of events, Grant chose to propose to Juliana shortly after parting ways with Litia.
“I want to protect your heart with every piece of mine,” Juliana expressed during the proposal. She assured Grant of her commitment to nurturing their relationship during both joyful and challenging times.
With his heart full, Grant referred to Juliana as his best friend before taking a knee, promising to stand by her through life’s ups and downs.
At the conclusion of the reunion special, Grant shared plans to move to Boston to be with Juliana, further solidifying their commitment to one another. Additionally, the couple received a trip to Italy, evoking nostalgia as it harkened back to the start of their journey together over a cannoli on Night 1.
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