S9, E7: The drama of Munich and Barcelona is behind Desiree, but she still must determine which four men will have the chance to take her home to meet their families. Madeira, a Portuguese archipelago off the coast of Africa, is the perfect location for Desiree to meet up with three of her friends from last season of The Bachelor Catherine, Lesley and Jackie for some girl time to refocus on the crucial task at hand. Brooks and Desiree enjoy a one-on-one date, but a serious conversation gives her some indication of where their relationship is headed. Desiree takes Chris to a deserted island for an idyllic day, but he is very nervous about whether to reveal his real feelings for her. Michael gets his first one-on-one date with the Bachelorette, exploring the city of Funchal. Zak and Drew's two-on-one date, where the one who gets the rose is assured a hometown date, turns into a real contest between both men. But Desiree makes a confession to Chris Harrison that will turn everything upside down.