In the latest episode of The Valley, which aired on Tuesday, Cartwright faced her estranged husband, Jax Taylor, after his 30-day rehab stint. However, the meeting unfolded in a way that was far from what either of them had anticipated, highlighting the complexities of their relationship.

During a planned gathering focused on adult discussions, Cartwright skillfully avoided any direct interaction with Taylor. Instead, she chose to immerse herself in fun activities with her friends, postponing any serious conversations about their impending divorce for a more appropriate time.

However, the anticipated meeting and discussions did not materialize as planned, leaving both parties with unresolved feelings.

While Taylor had made arrangements to meet Cartwright at a restaurant, he faced a harsh reality when he discovered that his ex-wife had chosen not to show up at all, adding to the tension of their situation.

“I have so many things I want to discuss with Brittany today,” Taylor expressed during a confessional. “And I feel like I’m putting my tail between my legs because I don’t really have a leg to stand on with her right now.”

“I think he knows that we need to talk sooner or later,” he continued. “We have a child together… and I haven’t even seen Cruz yet,” highlighting the need for co-parenting discussions.

As it seemed that Cartwright was running late, a phone call soon clarified that she had no intention of coming at all, leaving Taylor in disbelief.

“I’m not going to come,” Cartwright informed a shocked Taylor, who had been questioning her absence and whereabouts.

“I woke up to a flood of DMs, discussing your behavior last night, how intoxicated you were at the bar, and that you were with women,” Cartwright claimed, revealing her concerns and the rumors circulating about Taylor.

“I wasn’t drunk at all, I went home early,” Taylor countered defensively. “Yes, you were,” Cartwright insisted, highlighting the tension and mistrust between them.

The primary reason Cartwright mentioned for agreeing to meet Taylor that day was their shared responsibility for their four-year-old son, Cruz, emphasizing the importance of co-parenting.

“We have a child together. We’re going to need to co-parent; we’re going to have to move forward in some capacity,” she explained in a confessional. “He was just supposed to work on himself for 30 days, and as soon as he gets out, he goes to the bar. I’m not putting up with that nonsense anymore,” reinforcing her commitment to her own well-being.

Cartwright went on to label Taylor as a “horrible, vile human being” and pointed out that she not only did not need his help at home, but also condemned him for putting her in a “horrible situation,” reflecting the emotional turmoil of their split.

However, Taylor held a contrasting perspective following Cartwright’s divorce filing, which took place just a day before his return from rehab, adding layers of complexity to their relationship.

“We’re getting divorced. We’re not together. So what I do in my free time is my business,” Taylor asserted during a confessional, emphasizing his desire for independence.

The 45-year-old Vanderpump Rules alum concluded the conversation by hanging up on Cartwright before departing the restaurant, describing the entire situation as “embarrassing.”

The Valley airs Tuesdays at 8:00 p.m. on Bravo, offering viewers a glimpse into the tumultuous lives of its cast members.