In contrast to Adrienne's loving marriage, Ayla's marriage was filled with constant arguments and tension. Ayla and her husband seemed to have different priorities and struggled to find common ground, leading to frequent misunderstandings and disagreements. Despite her efforts to work through their issues, her marriage with Alistair ultimately suffered from a lack of emotional connection and compatibility.
Alistair refused to have a decent talk with her and would only seek her out to have sex with her. He was rough and uninterested in meeting her emotional needs, leaving Ayla feeling neglected and unloved. Initially, she thought her husband was punishing her and still blamed her for his failure to be with Adrienne.
