The road to love on 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way is rarely smooth, but for Pattiya and Dylan, the journey to Tasmania quickly turns into an emotional battlefield—one where family ties, trust issues, and long-buried resentment collide head-on. What should have been a romantic new beginning instead becomes a tense triangle involving Dylan’s ever-present mother, Joe, whose influence threatens to unravel the relationship before it even has a chance to settle.

The cracks appear early. While Pattiya and Dylan attempt to enjoy a peaceful camping trip in the Tasmanian wilderness, a familiar interruption cuts through the moment—Dylan’s mom calling to check in. Though the conversation seems harmless on the surface, Pattiya’s frustration is immediate and raw. To her, Joe’s constant calls symbolize a deeper issue that has haunted their relationship for years: Dylan’s inability to set boundaries with his mother.

Pattiya doesn’t hold back. She openly labels Dylan a “mommy’s boy,” revealing that nearly all of their arguments stem from his close relationship with Joe. Despite having met her only once before, Pattiya says she felt judged from the start—especially after learning that Joe allegedly wanted Dylan to be with someone younger who could give him children. Whether true or misunderstood, the comment planted seeds of resentment that only grew stronger with time, particularly now that Joe lives just minutes away in Tasmania.

Things escalate when Joe unexpectedly drops by Dylan’s home. Armed with flowers, biscuits, and polite smiles, she appears warm and welcoming—but Pattiya isn’t fooled. Though both women play nice, the tension is palpable. Behind forced compliments and surface-level conversation lies years of unspoken animosity, jealousy, and mistrust. Dylan, caught squarely in the middle, hopes desperately that the visit will ease tensions rather than ignite them.

Instead, the visit opens a new wound: finances. Joe raises concerns about Pattiya’s spending habits, igniting immediate anger. Pattiya feels exposed and betrayed, believing Dylan has shared private details of her financial struggles without her consent. Dylan defends himself, explaining that Pattiya’s history of overspending worries him—especially since he’ll now be financially supporting her. While Pattiya insists she’s changed and no longer needs luxury, Dylan admits he’s not fully convinced.

The real explosion comes during a family dinner at Joe’s house. What begins as an awkward but civil meal turns explosive when Pattiya finally confronts Joe about the alleged comment regarding Dylan marrying someone younger. Joe flatly denies ever saying such a thing, leaving Pattiya stunned and furious. The shocking twist? Dylan admits he may have said it himself during a moment of anger years ago—though he claims he doesn’t remember the details.

The revelation is devastating. Pattiya realizes she has harbored years of hatred toward Joe based on a statement that may never have come from her. While Joe accepts Pattiya’s apology with grace, the damage has already been done. Pattiya now questions Dylan’s honesty and wonders whether she can trust a partner who may have manipulated the truth to fuel conflict.

Though the family manages a fragile truce by the end of the dinner, the core issue remains unresolved. Dylan refuses to choose between his mother and his partner, insisting that his relationship with Joe is non-negotiable. Pattiya, meanwhile, struggles to accept what she sees as constant intrusion, fearing she will always come second.

As the episode closes, Tasmania’s stunning landscapes offer a stark contrast to the emotional turmoil unfolding behind closed doors. Pattiya admits she loves the wilderness—but whether she can survive the emotional terrain of Dylan’s family dynamic remains uncertain.

One thing is clear: unless trust is rebuilt and boundaries are firmly set, this love story may not withstand the pressure of a mother who refuses to step aside—and a man unwilling to push her away.