Salley Carson Confronts Austen Kroll Over Another Woman in 'Southern Charm' Sneak Peek

The anticipated Season 12 of Bravo's "Southern Charm" is set to feature more drama between Salley Carson and Austen Kroll, as revealed in an exclusive preview.

In a clip that premiered during Tuesday night's Virtual Reali-Tea Awards, Carson directly confronts Kroll, questioning his romantic pursuits. "Why do you look so sad?" Kroll, 39, asks as he approaches Carson, 31, at a social gathering.

Carson responds by asking Kroll why he "wined and dined" another woman, expressing her disappointment. "You gave her that opportunity, but you didn't give it to me, and it makes me wonder why," she states.

Kroll, who also hosts the podcast "Sex Unlocked" and works as a spine surgery robot operator, offers a non-committal response, saying there's "no proper and right answer" other than that he "likes where [they] are."

This exchange highlights the ongoing complex dynamic between Carson and Kroll, which has been a focal point since Season 11. Carson initially expressed interest in Kroll while he was dating Audrey Pratt. Following Kroll and Pratt's breakup, Carson and Kroll shared a kiss during a cast trip to Mexico.

Despite their apparent closeness, Kroll had previously expressed reservations about making their relationship exclusive. During the Season 11 reunion, it was suggested that Kroll was seeking a partner who was "a little more tamed down" and did not "run the streets" as much, with the Trop Hop Beers founder infamously referring to Carson as a "bar rat."

Carson has been linked to several other personalities, including "Southern Charm" alum Shep Rose, "Southern Hospitality" star Joe Bradley, "Summer House" cast member West Wilson, and "McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys" star Steven McBee Jr. She was also reportedly involved with "Summer House" veteran Kyle Cooke.

"Southern Charm" Season 12 is scheduled to premiere on Thursday, November 12, on Bravo.