Ep 2. Week 2

In the second week of season 22 of The Bachelor, the competition heats up as Arie Luyendyk Jr. continues his search for love among the 21 remaining women vying for his heart. The episode kicks off with a group date, where the lucky ladies have the opportunity to participate in a demolition derby with Arie. After suiting up in safety gear, the women are divided into teams and given cars they must crash into each other until only one is left standing. The winner gets alone time with Arie, while the losers watch on from the sidelines.

Later, Arie takes one lucky lady on the coveted one-on-one date. He surprises her with a helicopter ride over the gorgeous California scenery before landing at a destination few would expect – his own high school. The two get a glimpse into Arie's past as he shows her around his hometown and shares stories from his adolescence. Over a romantic dinner, Arie and his date get to know each other better and connect over shared experiences and values.

Back at the mansion, tensions are high as another group of women prepare for their group date. This time, they must pose for a group photo shoot, wearing nothing but lingerie and posing in suggestive positions with Arie. While some of the women are excited for the opportunity to show off their bodies, others feel uncomfortable and awkward in the situation. The competition only intensifies as the women realize they are all vying for the same man's attention and affection.

As the episode draws to a close, Arie must make some tough decisions in the rose ceremony. With only 15 roses to give out, several women are sent home heartbroken. Arie continues to navigate the challenges of dating multiple women at once, while trying to find the one who will steal his heart and be his future wife.

Week 2 of The Bachelor delivers all the drama, romance, and heartache viewers have come to expect from the popular reality dating show. With a diverse cast of women and plenty of surprises in store, Arie's journey to find true love unfolds with each passing episode. Fans won't want to miss a minute of the excitement as the season continues to unfold.