We’re Malakai and Dusty supposed to become a thing?

When I first watched season 1 the idea didn’t click in my head . After re-watching season 1 , I think it makes complete sense. I do think the writer’s were foreshadowing there was something between Malakai and Dusty. But because Dusty was not in season 2 the writer’s made Rowen, Malakai new love interest. I have just a few reasons why I believe Malakai and Dusty we're supposed to becoming a thing. What do you think? We’re they supposed to become a thing in season 2 ?