As Mel's journey to find love continues, 12 women take the stage at the historic Bellwether Theater for a no-holds-barred comedy roast, co-hosted by comic Jared Freid; one woman goes on a culinary adventure with Mel at Hollywood's Petit Trois.

As Mel's journey continues, the stakes grow higher than ever; a one-on-one at the OC Fair leads to a surprise concert; a beachside photo shoot pushes boundaries and buttons; whispers swirl about one woman's true intentions.

In the final week before hometowns, clarifying talks at a serene wellness retreat bring both insight and tension; a magical one-on-one date under the stars deepens connections; Mel must choose the three women whose families he will meet.