I think the problem with Dean- now that we have sort of established they know who the entire cast is going back to filming, just maybe not when they will appear- is I think he actually was into Kristina- but then found out "DLO" would be coming and wanted to be with her more... but he also didn't want to lose his rose/backup (Kristina) because who knows when she would appear/if she would be interested in him (I remember him telling someone he thought it was a long shot she'd ask him on a date but would definitely go if asked). Therefore he has vaguely distanced himself from Kristina- it is obvious to us as viewers- but I think in the moment she was genuinely not understanding what was happening- he still wants her in his pocket! Why would he even be cuddling with her at the bonfire if he was done and moved on 100%? He's a jerk. I also have a soft spot for Kristina because of her backstory and I enjoyed her on Nick's season and genuinely want her to be happy which means probably dating out of this mess of a franchise.
