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The couple had an emotional exchange during the Season 3 reunion.
After the two bonded over their personal histories and religion, they ended up getting engaged.
When they got to Malibu, their relationship quickly took a turn, though.
Cole expressed similar sentiments, telling the men that theres a disconnect for him.
Im still in love; its just very different now, he said.
I have to adapt to not what I wanted her to be but who she is.
[It was] super sh*tty to hear, she added.
Later, in Episode 7, Cole even suggested that he and Zanab swap fiances.
Though he was ostensibly not serious, it seemed symbolic of larger issues between the couple.
But there were also meaningful moments in the new episodes, like when Cole met Zanabs family.
Zanab recounted the moment on Instagram, seemingly suggesting how serious she was about Cole.
Im VERY protective of my people, so its a big deal to be brought home, she wrote.
However, by the end of Episode 9, they were at odds.
Ultimately,Zanab decided not to marry Coleduring the shows Nov. 9 finale.
And I think you and I both know that that is not me.
Zanab told Cole, though, that shed forgiven him long ago.
The pair tell Bustle that they didnt speak before meeting at the reunion, which was filmed recently.
Cole revealed why during the special.
Like it didnt make sense to me, in any way … Thats why I never texted you.
Despite their differences,Cole tells Bustlehe totally [understands] where shes coming from now.
This article was originally published onOct.
