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Grant narrowed down his journey after several vulnerable conversations.

Linda the No-Drama Llama promised to be a beacon of harmony on Grant EllisBachelorseason.

But by Episode 2, the adorable farm animal was nowhere to be seen Linda for Bachelorette!

Bachelor Grant. Photo via ABC

and lost was her pacifying power.

That is to say, this week brought the drama.

Heres a recap ofThe BachelorWeek 2, including who left the show after the latest rose ceremony.

Zoe on The Bachelor. Photo via ABC

As Grant has been open about, basketball was an important outlet for him growing up.

Alli Jo Hinkes was particularly perturbed.

But as Zoe said, The card said shoot your shot, so I shot my shot.

Alexe and Grant on The Bachelor. Photo via ABC

Alexe, for her part, reflected on being raised by her grandparents and being estranged from her mother.

Alexe said in a confessional that they could bond over not having a picture-perfect life.

Grant agreed, telling the camera that he resonated with her desire to leave old patterns behind.

Carolina from The Bachelor. Photo via ABC

Grant noticed the vibe shift and spoke to the women about their concerns.

He assuredRose Sombke,for example, that he was thinking about her during the performance date.

I dont want you to feel like Im not paying attention because I am, he said.

Litia on The Bachelor. Photo via ABC

For Carolina, the chatter about her castmates insecurities put a damper on her day.

It just sucks to see people unhappy at you being happy, she said.

If you get any slack, you come and tell me, Grant said.

Ella on The Bachelor. Photo via ABC

(She and her ex werent aligned on marriage and family.)

Her openness is whats been missing, he said.

Who LeftThe BachelorWeek 2?

Speaking of vulnerability, Bailey Brown struggled while discussing her emotions with Grant.

Sadly, several of her peers werent so lucky.

Alas, they werent a match.

I put my heart out there with high hopes, because I do want to find my person.

And I was hoping it was going to be him.

But hes not, and thats OK.