Gino & Jasmine:
Jasmine was assessing the fallout from the Butt Implant revelation. She and a pajama-clad Coco called her sister back in Panama to discuss the big move thus far. Jasmine let her sister Zuellen know about Gino’s surprise unemployment, and her concerns about how this would affect her ability to bring her kids over since the mad-hatter could no longer be a sponsor. Though she was annoyed with Gino for not running this decision by her, she felt some guilt as well, as she hadn’t let him know that her ex boyfriend “Den” is a shareholder in her derriere (aka, Den helped fund her butt implants by giving her $2,000). Sister Zuellen encouraged Jasmine to come clean with Gino, though Jasmine was opting to wait for the right time so as not to make Gino’s head explode (They’d be cleaning up tiny pieces of hats for days).
A while later, Jasmine and Gino sat down in Panama (aka their living room) to try and resolve their issues. Gino felt betrayed that Jasmine had lied and chose to sit on the money he had given her for a wedding dress (literally, because butt implants). Jasmine took slight ownership of her misdoings but tried to turn things around on Gino. Using a creative spin, she tried to make Gino think the lying and wasting money on unnecessary surgery was because she figured he had a good job and money wasn’t an issue, while he was out secretly quitting his job. Jasmine cried, claiming the source of her need for cosmetic procedures stems from her insecurities, which won his sympathies, and she managed to weasel her way out of the hot seat once again. The two promised to be better, as they left the Panamaniac themed living room, already plotting their next fight, I’m sure.
Rob the Knob & Dollar Store Daenerys Targaryen:
The couple were off to meet up with The Sister Rob, which made Sophie a bit nervous. Sister “The Knob” is a party planner, and had offered to help the clueless couple navigate their nuptials. Sister Victoria greeted Sophia warmly, wasting no time getting down to wedding business. After discussing a brief timeline, Sister “The Knob” brought up the topic of having kids, which was of no interest to Sophie, as she disclosed she never wants to be pregnant. Rob immediately became upset, leaving the table and walking away, as clearly they never discussed major topics in all of their many online and text chats (Too busy talking about “the hood”). He managed to squeeze out a tear as he claimed to feel blindsided, and like the kids subject could be a dealbreaker.
Sophie was left with Sister Rob, explaining that she has some medical conditions that may not allow her to even get pregnant. She figured it was easier to just say she didn’t want to be pregnant than to explain her medical history (Look on the bright side, at least she already has one man-child, so she should count her blessings). Sister the Knob encouraged Sophie to be honest with Rob and explain things in detail…. Slowly, You know, like things people should talk about when they’re about to get married.
Rob’s sister hunted him down in the arcade, where all the manchildren run off to, to try and talk him down. He piled Sophie into the car, as they headed to their abode-sans-commode, where Rob walked the dog to let off a little steam, leaving Sophie in the dust. Previews for next week look like things are about to get “more stupider”, as Rob may or may not have been caught showing off his knob to other ladies.
Nikki Exotica & Igor Timberlake:
Back in the land of Mold and Honey…
The two went back to check out JustIgor’s bachelor pad. Nikki walked through the dreary hallways of the building, as she was cordially invited to be the first person to step on the generic Welcome mat that Justin was so proud of. Once inside, she could see the place was drenched with natural light, old world charm, and Justin’s bed, which she immediately flung herself upon, hoping to get some action. Justin seemed to get a bout of Igoraphobia (The Moldovan fear of strange people on one’s bed), as he ignored Nikki’s advances, too busy showing her the bureau. Nikki was worried that Justin was completely disinterested in her physically, and wondered if they’d be able to have a real relationship that included relations.
The next morning the two lovebirds woke up together after having cuddled the whole night through, and not much else. Nikki took her signature 2 hours to get ready, while JustIgor Igorly awaited her finished product so the two could go walk around a park. He tried to explain yet again that the signature makeup look of the ladies of Moldova was a little green fuzz on the cheeks, but Nikki maintained she had her own style that needn’t be controlled.
After hours of preparation, the two were finally ready to frolic in the park. Justin explained that the park was full of “frogs making noises” and “voices making love”, though it was unclear if it was the voices of frogs making love or two separate things. They stopped to get cotton candy from a park vendor (Which in the Moldy-O is white, as it is spun mold spores. A delicacy).
JustIgor brought a blanket for the two to sit on (which is susceptible to growing mold, as it thrives in damp places…this has been this week’s fun fact about mold). Mr. Timberlake then pulled out a puzzle game for the two to play, though Nikki was more interested in playing “hide the hot dog” back at the house. She began to grow increasingly more frustrated and mad about their platonic relationship, eventually giving the moldy-man an ultimatum; Either they have a physical romance or she’s Mother Debbie Done. (Sidenote: “Hiding the hot dog” may cause mold to grow, if the hot dog is hidden in a dark, damp place. I do not recommend it).
Ashley & Manuel:
Ashley was busy lighting the house on fire with her bru-haha, as Manuel awoke to smoke and fire alarms. She explained she was “cleaning their energy” or some other fire hazard, as Manuel shrugged it off, rolling his beady little eyes and heading off to the other room. Next thing ya know, the two were in yet another stupid fight, as Manuel was complaining about his lack of internet on his phone. It seems he needs to stay connected to Ecuador at all times, and couldn’t possibly have waited the 2 days it would take for the phone Ashley had ordered him to come in the mail. Manuel casually shrugged off her screaming and clapping, maintaining that he needed his privacy, which meant he refused to use one of Ashley’s many internet-friendly devices.
Since Ashley was steaming mad (and didn’t want to smoke out the apartment for the second time that day), she decided to meet up with her sister. Though the two had been at odds, they still managed to align in the bedroom, as Sister Nikki spotted a hickey on her witchy sister’s neck. Ashley explained that Manuel has family in the US who had recently gotten her phone number from MamaManuel, and had called approximately 9 times in one day. Of course this was a red flag, as Ashely had never heard of these people while the two were long distance, and she now considered that Manuel could be using her to come over and be with his family.
Later at the house, she tried talking to Manuel about his calling cousins, and decided the best thing would be to call his cousin Mercy (the number one offender) and see what she wanted. Manuel seemed hesitant to have Ashley on the video chat, afraid that she could start mouthing off at any moment. She managed to compose herself enough to calmly ask the purpose of the many phone calls. It seems that the Family Manuel was concerned whether or not he had made the trip to the US, being that they hadn’t heard from him. Ashley was shocked to hear that he had so many family members in New York, only 5 hours away, and was a little afraid she would wind up losing her freaky fiance, who could possibly be using her until he runs off to be with his primos (That’s “cousins”, Kenny). (My guess? Manuel has a wife or two that he also gets freaky with, and she’s probably really mad by now).
Nick-hoon & Devin 2.0:
Nick is a 30 something year old Jihoon replacement from South Korea. Wanting to escape from his everyday life, he ventured down under to Australia, where he eventually met Devin, a fellow introvert from America, who was a professional soccer player.
We saw Nick waltz through the Korean marketplace, stopping at a stall to sit and eat some kind of chicken feet taco (Sponsored by Mother Pedro). He talked to the chicken feet saleswoman, showing off the stuffed animal pig he had won at the claw machine to give to Devin upon her arrival. He felt this was the perfect gift being that he had lovingly nicknamed her “Piggy”, because he thought she was chubby and adorable. Apparently this little Piggy hailed from Searcy, Arkansas, and eventually got so homesick that she decided to leave Australia and head back home. Not wanting to give up on the relationship, the two got engaged and filed for the *Say it with me now* “K1 VISA!!” so Nick can get Arkansaucy. (Of course he unnecessarily explained all of this to the Mrs. Chickenfeet…) It had been two years since the two got to see each other, and Devin was now on her way to Korea for a visit. Nick planned on a romantic proposal this time, but first felt he had to get the approval from his parents.
It was finally time for Nick to head to the airport to say “Here, Piggy Piggy!”, as he openly explained his bedroom plans for the couple’s big reunion. Finally Devin emerged at the baggage claim, and the two had an emotional reunion. We got to meet the new Devin, who was slightly offended by the “piggy” moniker, which she explained very slowly with a creepy look in her eye. Of course this is our second encounter with an American Devin going to Korea, but here goes nothing!