I Don't Enjoy Being Neutered

I Don't Enjoy Being Neutered is the 10th episode of Survivor: Mozambique.

Challenges
Reward Challenge: Supertramp The castaways will be divided in three teams. One member of the team must throw a rope with a hook in a box with sandbags at the top of a platform and pull the hook to drop twenty sandbags. Then another team member must toss the sandbags to another who must throw them in a net tube. When all the sandbags are inside the net tube, all the members of the team must maneuver the sandbags through the tube. Then one member must toss the sandbags in a trampoline to reach five net baskets. The first team to put one sandbag on each basket, wins reward. Reward: A trip via helicopter to the Vamizi Island resort where the castaways will be treated to a spa, diving, and a meal, and will also spend a night in a private villa, returning to camp in the morning.

Immunity Challenge: Will It Go Round Using centrifugal force, the castaways must keep a ball spinning within a wheel as they stand on individual balance beams. At regular intervals, the castaways will be made to step forward onto narrower parts of the beam. If at any point the ball drops, the castaway loses the challenge. The last castaway with a spinning ball wins.

Zabava
''The program opens with the members of the Zabava tribe returning to camp following a very heated Tribal Council that involved Ricki giving the immunity necklace to Irene and Tesla being voted out. The camera focuses on Irene, who is laughing devilishly as she leans her torch against a sturdy tree next to the others, thanking Ricki once again, who simply nods as she meekly replies with "You're welcome." As she says this, Allan shoots Irene a look of disapproval, wanting to get his two cents in.''

Allan: So she wasn't with us, and neither were you. What was the point of that lie?

Irene (Smirking): So you wouldn't vote for her. Not like I was going to the end with you anyway, so you can't exactly fault me for that, can you?

Allan simply sighs and shakes his head before walking away as the camera focuses on Irene, who has her arms crossed and a very smug grin on her face.

"zabava"

- That's right bitches, Ricki not only told the truth after all when she said she was going to fight to keep me here, but she actually gave me her f***ing immunity necklace!! (Laughs) To think that Allan actually believed my lie at Tribal when I said Ricki and I were voting with him, Marshall, and Tesla is so utterly laughable. That alliance was a sinking ship, so I made the right move, linked up with Ricki, and jumped off, simple as that. If he wants to cry about it, I don't care who he cries to, as long as it's not me 'cause I couldn't give less of a s***.

After Irene's confessional we see her walking over to Ricki, who is near the shelter, and giving her another hug, once again thanking her for giving up immunity, with Ricki forcing a smile and a nod as she hugs Irene back. The camera then pans over to show Constantine, Kane, and Cassy standing in a small circle near the shelter, talking among themselves, each of them with looks of disbelief on their faces, with Cassy shooting Ricki a dirty look for a moment before returning to her conversation. The camera continues panning and we see Jimmy sitting on the edge of the shelter rubbing his face with both hands before placing his elbows on his knees, holding both hands together, and resting his head onto them. The footage then zooms in on Jimmy's facial expression and he appears to be simply lost, unsure what or how to think. Ricki then enters the frame and goes to sit down next to Jimmy on the edge of the shelter, but just as she does, Jimmy stands up and walks away from her without saying a word, surprising and confusing the young C.E.O. The camera then pans over slightly and shows Leah entering the frame with her arms crossed, looking down towards Ricki. Once Leah begins to speak, she grabs Ricki's attention.

Leah (Coldly): I ain't covering for you, remember that.

The scene then switches to a black and white flashback in order to air a conversation that took place between Ricki and Leah just before Tribal Council.

Leah (Bluntly): Who's name are we writing?

Ricki: Hopefully Tesla's.

Leah (Confused; Crosses Arms): What do you mean "hopefully"?

Ricki (Sighs): Listen, I have a plan for Tribal, but I need to tell someone and you're the only person I can trust with this info right now.

Leah: What's that?

Ricki: Jimmy is dead set on voting Irene out, and he's got the others in the alliance completely convinced she needs to go, even though she would be a number for not just us, but also him to split up both of the tight trios in the game.

Leah: Can you blame him? I wouldn't trust the girl to tell me the damn truth if I asked her how many days we've been out here.

Ricki: Not really, but Tesla, Allan, and Marshall will never work with us, and we'll need some numbers to get the advantage over Constantine, Cassy, and Kane.

Leah: What do you got in mind?

Ricki: I want to give my immunity necklace to Irene tonight so they can't vote her out (Leah's eyes go wide), then we can hopefully get them all to vote Tesla. But whether the vote is Tesla or Allan is less important, I just need to do this to save Irene so we can maintain her as a number for us. She trusts me and she knows she has nowhere else to go.

Leah (Shrugs): Alright, I'll help you with this 'cause I appreciate you telling me this stuff, and I get where you're coming from 'bout Irene being a number, as much as she drives me insane.

Ricki (Relieved): Thank you so much!

Leah (Firm): BUT! I ain't covering for you!

Ricki is a bit caught off guard by Leah's harsh tone, but starts nodding along.

Leah (Continuing): I'll even help convince them to vote Tesla, but if they start questioning you or start to not trust you, I ain't covering your ass. I still wanna win too, and I got people spreading that I'm this backstabbing bitch as it is, even though it ain't true.

Ricki: That's okay, I understand, and I wouldn't expect you to cover for me. This is my move, so I need to be the one that does the damage control with Jimmy and the Senas.

Leah: You damn right.

Ricki: I just know how loyal you are and how much you value loyalty in return. Especially since we've got a final three together, I had to make sure you were in the loop and were okay with it before going ahead.

Leah: Yeah, I'm glad you did that. You've always been good 'bout keeping me in the loop. But as I said, you do your own damage control 'cause people are gonna be pissed, and I don't need 'em pissed at me.

Ricki (Nodding): I know... thanks.

Leah starts to walk away, but then quickly turns around and points a finger in Ricki's direction:

Leah: Another thing, if I find out you mentioned my name as knowing about this, or having anything to do with it to someone, I'll deny it till the cows come home! So don't even think about it!

Ricki: I wouldn't have considered it.

Leah: Good.

''The footage then returns to the previous scene, Leah staring down at Ricki, who is sitting on the edge of the shelter. Leah then starts to walk away from the young C.E.O., who lets out another heavy sigh as the camera cuts to her confessional.''

"zabava"

- As much as I still think giving Irene my immunity tonight and saving her from certain elimination was the right move, I'd be lying if I said I wasn't feeling both incredibly nervous, as well as a bit guilty right now. At least I told Leah I was going to do this, so she still trusts me, but I'm worried about what my other allies are going to think, and if they'll understand and accept my explanation. Jimmy is easily the one that I am most worried about. He and I were such close friends out here and he's expressed multiple times how much he trusted me. So, to see Jimmy at Tribal looking as though he literally lost his best friend, and then for him to not even look at me after we got back to camp, it hurts because I value him and his friendship so much on a human level. I think the part of this that hurts the most though is the fact I know this is 100% my own doing. I just did what I thought was best for my game, and I sincerely hope that whatever damage I've done to our alliance and especially our friendship can be repaired, even a little bit.

''From Ricki's confessional, the scene switches back to the main camp area where most of the castaways (except Jimmy and Leah) are sitting around the fire, with Marshall trying to make light conversation unrelated to the game with various people. The camera then zooms out and Jimmy can be seen in the distance laying on the tribe's hammock. Ricki then stands up from her seat around the fire and walks over towards the law student. Once she sees that he is awake and just staring off into space, she attempts to initiate conversation.''

Ricki (Nervously): Hey... Jimmy...

''Jimmy then rolls off of the hammock onto his feet and walks away from Ricki in the direction of the beach without saying a word, leaving the young C.E.O. dumbfounded. Ricki then lets out a sigh and slowly returns to her place around the fire next to Irene, who was watching the exchange and now has a look of disgust on her face. Once Ricki sits down, Irene leans over and begins whispering to her.''

Irene: The f*** is his problem?

Ricki (Sighs; Whispers back): Well, I did betray him.

Irene (Scoffs; Keeps Whispering): So? You didn't vote for him and he's still in the damn majority. Ugh, he needs to grow a pair of balls and move on as far as I'm concerned.

Ricki (Shrugs; Nods Slowly): Hopefully he does.

Irene (Rolls eyes): He'd better.

"zabava"

- Ya' know, for a grown man I never realized how much of a damn baby Jimmy could be! Oh boo hoo, you wanted me out and Ricki saved me. (Rolls eyes, scoffs) You still voted in the damn majority at Tribal and you got a bunch of people, even Ricki and me that actually wanna work with you! I know, shocker. (Rolls eyes) But what do you do after Tribal? Run off and f***ing pout like a Tesla; and even walk away when the person that was your best friend an hour ago just wants to talk to you! (Shakes head) Like seriously, it's just so f***ing pathetic! Hopefully by the end of the night Jimmy changes his diaper and realizes what game we're playing, 'cause there's no way I'm gonna be putting up with this as we get set for the next vote.

''Once Irene's confessional has finished, the scene switches over to the beach, where Jimmy sits alone as he stares out into the ocean. Jimmy's knees are up against his chest with both arms on top of them. A sad expression is on his face as the scene transitions to his confessional.''

"zabava"

- I feel totally... betrayed by Ricki, there's no other way to describe it. We had a plan to send Irene home, and while I understood Ricki's reservations, it hurts that she gave up immunity to ensure she got her way. (Sighs) Ricki was one of very few people I trusted out here, and the only one I was starting to say I trusted completely, and now I'm sitting here looking like a complete, utter fool. I have a feeling I know what Ricki's (finger quotes) "explanation" is gonna be too, and that's why I didn't want any of it tonight. She'll probably go on about how she just did what was best for her game and how she (finger quotes) "didn't want to hurt me," which could be true, but it could also be complete horse-s***, and I'm just not in the right frame of mind right now to decipher which of those it is, especially seeing as though I probably won't trust her again out here regardless of what she says. (Heavy sigh) Besides, it's my own fault I'm in this situation anyway. I'm an idiot. I should've just listened to Ricki, sucked it up and aligned with Irene 'cause I wouldn't be feeling like this right now, my trust in Ricki would still be at least somewhat intact, and for all I know, aligning with Irene might have been the right move. But now, here I am, feeling completely betrayed, and... not at all knowing where to turn.

''From Jimmy's confessional, we see one last shot of him staring out into the ocean, followed by a brief shot of the guilty expression on Ricki's face as she looks into the fire. The footage then fades into this season's intro.''



Day 28
The program reopens at the Zabava camp on day 28 showing the navy blue Zabava flag before changing to a scene in which Ricki is talking to Kane, Constantine, and Cassy near the water well.

Ricki: Okay, so I'm sure you want to know why I gave Irene immunity at Tribal.

Cassy (Arms crossed): Duh.

Ricki: The thing is, Irene confronted me right before Tribal, she said that she had an idol and that if I didn't give her the necklace, then she was going to get him to play it and once of my (finger quotes) "friends" would be going home. She also said that if I did give her the necklace, her vote was ours.

Cassy (Interjecting): I don't buy that pile of s***, not one bit, Ricki.

Ricki (Standing her ground): It's true.

Constantine: Then why couldn't you get us to change the vote to someone else?

Kane: You also seemed oddly set on saving Irene before that.

Ricki: Look, I know what it looks like, but I promise I'm telling the truth. I just panicked and didn't know what else to do. That's also the main reason I tried to switch the vote to Tesla after I gave her the necklace, because even if she wasn't with us like she said she would be, she'd never play it on Tesla in a million years.

Constantine: Okay, that last statement makes sense, but why do I find this so hard to believe?

Ricki: Don't you remember how hard Jimmy was pushing to get rid of Irene too? That's also what prevented me from trying to change the vote and why I opted to just give her my necklace! Seriously, even if I ran up to people as we were picking up our torches, it wouldn't have done anything good. I shouldn't have panicked so hard, but I did, and I'm sorry.

Kane: Do you think she's really with us?

Ricki (Sighs heavily): I really don't know, but I hope she is because Marshall and Allan are really close. But I now see what Jimmy means by how manipulative she is, and she is due for a blindside at some point soon.

Cassy (Shrugs): We'll have to see how it goes, I guess. I hope you know I don't entirely believe you still, but if things did happen the way you say they happened, I might've reacted the same way.

Ricki (Nodding): I understand, and I hope you guys can find it in your hearts to trust me, because I don't know how much I'd believe myself if I was in your shoes. I promise I will do whatever I can to make this up to you.

"zabava"

- I admit, most of what I told Constantine, Kane, and Cassy were lies, but that's what I had to do. I'm not stupid enough to go up to them and say "Hey, I gave Irene my necklace to boost my chances of splitting up the three of you and give me an easier ride to the finals." Good thing I'm not a certain wooden puppet that screams "I'm a real girl!" 'cause if that was the case, at least one of them would've had an eye or two poked out due to the amount of BS I fed them. (Shrugs) In saying that, I just hope that I came up with a believable enough story that they're not inclined to try and turn the tables on me. I feel like if I can get myself past my next vote without immunity while not leaving or coming close to leaving, then I did my job well. If that doesn't happen, well... you can't say I didn't give it my best shot.

Ricki (Sighs): Well, I've said my piece. I just... hope you take into account what I'm saying and that you see I really am sorry for causing this trouble.

Kane: No problem.

''Ricki now turns around to walk away, with Cassy soon turning to follow her. Just before she starts walking away however, the diesel mechanic looks towards Kane and Constantine and shakes her head.''

Cassy (Quietly): I don't buy it.

Kane (Shrugs): I dunno, it sorta makes sense.

Constantine: It does, 'cause I know you well enough, Kane. You'd do exactly the same thing if you were in that situation she described.

Kane (Rolls eyes): Oh please.

Cassy: Either way, I don't trust her anymore. I don't know what options we have now 'cause I don't trust Allan or Marshall either. But I guess we should just play this thing by ear.

Kane and Constantine both begin to nod in agreement with Cassy as the scene cuts to her confessional.

"zabava"

- So Ricki claims that the reason she gave immunity to Cassy at Tribal is because Irene confronted her right before the vote and said that she has an idol and was only gonna vote with us if she gave up immunity. She then said that if she didn't give up immunity, she was with them and one of us was going. I don't buy it, but like... that's also literally the only scenario I can think of in which Ricki's move would sort of make sense without her actually being aligned with Irene. When Constantine said that Kane would've done the same thing, and Kane couldn't exactly deny it, it just got me more paranoid that maybe I'm not as safe as I think I am in this game. I know I have to trust people, but it's hard when you can't tell who's lying and who isn't, and it's even worse when you're sure someone is feeding you a bunch of crap, but you know you might need to stick with them. Hopefully I can get into a spot where I don't have to align with either Ricki or Irene and I can get rid of them. At least I've got the Idol of Burden, but still. I'm definitely taking Ricki's move as fair warning that I'm not the only one willing to pull out all the stops out here and that if I don't look after myself first, I'll end up joining Tesla on the jury which... (shudders)

''A bit later in the morning, the camera shows Jimmy relaxing on the tribe's hammock, staring into space with a blank expression on his face. This shot lingers for a few moments until Constantine enters the frame, power-walking towards Jimmy.''

Constantine (Authoritative): Move your ass over, I'm gonna join ya'.

''The tone of Constantine's voice startles Jimmy, who hastily shuffles over to make room for the bartender. Constantine then climbs onto the hammock next to Jimmy, who now seems to be quite nervous.''

Jimmy: This thing's not gonna break, is it? I clocked in at 197 [pounds] at the start of this game, and no offense, I can't see you being smaller than 220 [pounds]. I don't wanna end up on the ground and break my tailbone.

Constantine (Mock offense): You calling me fat? (Chuckles)

Jimmy (Matter-of-Factly): It's obvious you've got more muscle than anything else. Besides, you do know that muscle weighs more than fat... right?

Constantine: Is it bad that I actually didn't know that?

Jimmy (Shrugs): Well, now you do.

Constantine: Well, this hammock's still holding up, so I think we're safe.

Jimmy: For how long?

Constantine: Oh please! If the ropes holding us up let go, then we hang it back up. No biggie. Besides, I doubt it will at this point unless you start rocking it or treating it like a trampoline.

Jimmy: Whatever you say.

Constantine: Science, my friend.

Jimmy can't help but giggle and roll his eyes as Constantine starts smirking and the scene transitions to the latter's confessional.

"zabava"

- Jimmy's seemed to be quite out of it since last Tribal, and that's just not like him. I mean, I knew he was obviously close with Ricki, so what she pulled at Tribal must've stung since I knew how bad he wanted Irene gone. (Shakes head) But still, this is not the guy I know. Jimmy's normally one of the most positive, chill, and easy going guys out here. So to see him just laying around and not talking to anybody, I dunno, to me it didn't look right. I know I can be an ass at times, but Jimmy's my bro, I trust him a ton, and he's been nothing but good to me, so I just joined him on the hammock to try and cheer him up and make sure everything was cool with him.

''Following Constantine's confessional, the two of them are shown still laying on the hammock, though neither are speaking. However, Constantine is starting to show signs of discomfort.''

Constantine: Okay f***, you're laying right on my arm.

''Jimmy apologizes and leans upward to allow Constantine to take his arm out from under him. Once he does this, the bartender ends up putting his arm around Jimmy's shoulders as there is no other room on the hammock to move over.''

Jimmy: Better?

Constantine: Meh. (Pauses for a few moments) So, uh... everything alright?

Jimmy (Shrugs): Yeah, I guess so. I mean, I'm kinda pissed at Ricki for what she did at Tribal, I can't lie. I trusted her out here more than anyone else, so it does hurt.

Constantine (Sympathetic): Yeah, and you really wanted Irene out too.

Jimmy: It's not just that I wanted Irene out, it's that Ricki was with me from the beginning, she promised me she'd vote Irene, and then she goes and pulls this s***. I don't get it. (Sighs) It feels like I'm a cat that's just been neutered.

Constantine (Jokingly): That why you haven't been talking to people since Tribal? You noticed your balls are gone and you don't know where they are, so you're sad about it?

Jimmy (Chuckles): No, I don't enjoy being neutered. Thanks for your concern.

Constantine: Hey, that's why I'm here. I'm your friend, remember?

Jimmy (Nods): Yeah... thanks. (Sighs) I'll be fine, man, I really dunno why this is getting to me so badly. I mean... this is a game... right? People lie and make moves all the time, and you have to roll with it.

Constantine (Comforting): Meh, it makes sense that you're angry. I'd be pissed at Kane if he pulled the s*** Ricki just did. Difference is, I would've been screaming and yelling at him all the way back from Tribal, and if he didn't run fast enough, I'd catch him and rip his head off!

Jimmy can't help but start giggling uncontrollably, which brings a smile to Constantine's face as well.

Constantine: You on the other hand? You kept your cool and just... avoided people. You didn't scream, yell, or say s*** you might regret. I respect that, dude, 'cause I have such a hard time keeping my own mouth shut, especially when I'm pissed!

Jimmy (Flashes a small smile): Thanks, I appreciate that. I just... (sighs) need time to clear my head, I guess.

"zabava"

- Ya' know... the longer this game goes on, the more I appreciate Constantine as not just an ally, but also a friend. He's now the only person that I can actually say that I trust in this game, and even though he admits he has a temper and can be an ass****, it's clear he has a heart of gold simply because he saw I was feeling down and wanted to cheer me up. It turns out that this so-called (finger quotes) "ass***", has more compassion than half the people here combined. We only had a short conversation this morning, but just knowing he was there for me really was special, especially considering all the s*** that went down last night.

''After the camera fades out of Jimmy's confessional it returns to the scene of him and Constantine laying together on the hammock, with Constantine's arm still across Jimmy's shoulders. Neither of them are saying a word as Constantine is just staring straight ahead, appearing to be deep in thought. Meanwhile, Jimmy's eyes are half-closed and he seems to be drifting off to sleep. This shot remains where it is for a few moments before the camera pans around to show Irene returning to camp from the beach, wearing her bikini. We can see that Irene's hair is quite wet and it looks as though she had just been swimming. Soon, Irene passes by the hammock on her way to the shelter and notices Constantine and Jimmy laying next to each other.''

Irene: Awwww! You guys look so cute together!

Constantine (Scoffs): F*** off, will ya'?

''Irene can't help but laugh upon hearing this, and although Constantine appears to be annoyed, he does not get off of the hammock. Rather, he and Jimmy look towards each other, with the latter rolling his eyes before they both lay their heads back down, noticeably choosing to ignore Irene. Soon, having heard the sound of Irene's laughter, Kane comes to the area of the hammock from the other side of the shelter and notices Constantine and Jimmy laying next to each other on the hammock. An annoyed expression then comes across Kane's face as he proceeds to bite down on his bottom lip, shake his head, and turn around to walk back to where he was before as the scene switches to his confessional.''

"zabava"

- Ya' know, it's just my luck that two hot, straight boys like Constantine and Jimmy would rather cuddle with each other than with me, isn't it? That's not to say I'm jealous, 'cause I know I don't have a chance with either of 'em. But given that they're so comfortable with each other to do that without a care in the world does show how close they are. I hate to say it, but it's like Sky is here all over again... except Sky is now white, has grown a penis, and changed her name to "Jimmy." Jimmy may very well be a loyal player, but the fact of the matter is that he's been on my radar as a social and strategic threat for some time now, and the fact Constantine is so close to him does scare me. We're getting down to the nitty gritty and it's abundantly clear to me that my biggest threat to the million dollars is Jimmy, and I have no clue how long he'll stick with me, or how long even Constantine would stick with me if they get close enough! I hate to say it, but the more I think about it, the more I feel I need to get rid of Jimmy as soon as I get the chance. I just hope I'd be able to pull it off while at least maintaining my position in this game.

Once Kane's confessional fades out, we are shown one last shot of Constantine and Jimmy laying together on the hammock before the camera fades to black.

Reward Challenge
Jeff Probst: Come on in, guys!

''The nine remaining castaways are shown entering the challenge arena in a single-file line. Once they are situated on their tribe mat, the camera switches back to Probst.''

Jeff Probst: You guys ready for today's reward challenge?

Zabava: YES!

Jeff then goes on to explain the reward challenge, which is dubbed Supertramp, and that the winning team of three would win a trip via helicopter to the Vamizi Island resort where the castaways will be treated to a spa, scuba diving, and a meal, and will also spend a night in a private villa, returning to camp in the morning, making each of the castaways excited.

Jeff Probst: Clearly this is worth playing for! We'll draw for teams, then we'll get started.

After a time-skip, we see the three teams at their respective stations ready to begin the challenge.

Jeff Probst: Alright, we have our three teams! On gold we have: Allan, Ricki, and Leah. On pink it's: Constantine, Cassy, and Marshall. Finally, on green we got Jimmy, Irene, and Kane. For reward at the Vamizi Island resort... Survivors ready... GO!!


 * Leah, Constantine, and Kane were the ones throwing the rope with a hook to try and take down their sandbags for their respective teams.
 * Each teams struggled in the outset, though after a while, Kane became the first to get his hook onto the platform to retrieve the sandbags.
 * Constantine then landed his hook shortly after, while Leah began to get frustrated.
 * Irene began tossing sandbags to Jimmy for him to throw in the net tube, while Marshall tossed sandbags to Cassy.
 * Once the Green and Pink teams each had roughly a quarter of their sandbags in the net tube, Leah finally released the sandbags for Gold and Ricki began tossing bags to Allan.
 * Although Jimmy was the quickest to get his sandbags into the net tube, the Green team struggled to maneuver their bags through the end of the tube.
 * This not only allowed Pink to take the lead as they were much more efficient, but Gold also was able to catch up to them.
 * Cassy was tasked with tossing the sandbags towards the net baskets and was quick to land her first, doing so just as Jimmy for Green and Leah for Gold started to throw theirs.
 * Cassy was able to land three sandbags before Jimmy landed his first.
 * Soon after, Jimmy landed his second and Leah landed her first.
 * Each team then landed yet another bag one after the other bringing Green to 3, Gold to 2, and Pink to 4.
 * Cassy was then soon able to land her fifth and final bag, winning her team reward.

Jeff Probst: CASSY, MARSHALL, AND CONSTANTINE WIN REWARD!

Marshall and Constantine are then shown rushing up to Cassy and congratulating her just as they begin to celebrate their win together. The camera pans over to show Leah throwing her bag down in frustration before one last shot of the winning trio, which is followed by a time-skip as the scene switches to Probst standing in front of the tribe.

Jeff Probst: Cassy, Constantine, and Marshall, congratulations. I'm sure you're excited to get to the resort, eat some good food, get treated to a spa, scuba diving, and sleeping in a nice bed. Chopper is waiting for you on the beach. Head on out, enjoy!

''The three challenge winners thank Jeff and excitedly rush towards the helicopter. As they do, the scene switches back to Probst addressing the remaining castaways.''

Jeff Probst: As for the rest of you, I've got nothing for you. Grab your stuff, head back to camp. I'll see you at the next immunity challenge.

The six castaways then begin to make their way back to camp with the camera soon focusing on Allan.

"zabava"

- I'm really not in a good spot in this game, there's no other way to put it. As much as I would've liked to go on the reward, I know Ricki made a lot of waves with her move at the last vote, so I'm sure there are cracks there. I just need to do what I can to find them and exploit them.

As the camera fades out of Allan's confessional, a brief shot of Ricki appears on the screen before the footage fades to black.

Reward
The program reopens showing the three reward challenge winners in the helicopter flying over the gorgeous African landscape as jovial music plays in the background. Cassy is especially amazed, which is evident by the ear-to-ear smile on her face, which is glued to the window of the helicopter, watching the scenery beneath her.

Constantine: This is all just so... beautiful.

Marshall (Nodding): It really is. God certainly did a wonderful job creating this masterpiece. (Slightly raises voice) Right Cassy?

Cassy (Startled; Looking around): Huh? What?

Marshall and Constantine share a short laugh.

Marshall: You look just like a kid in a candy store right about now.

Cassy (Shrugs): What can I say? The beauty of the land we're flying over is breathtaking.

Marshall: Agreed.

Cassy now turns back around to look out the window again as the footage transitions to her confessional.

"zabava"

- Looking out the window of the chopper and seeing all the incredible the scenery below us is something I'll never forget. Growing up, I can count on one hand how many vacations I've had, and I've never left the U.S. before. Not that I minded, 'cause growing up on the farm, it's not a job, it's a lifestyle that includes countless hours of work. Even though I have my day job at the shop and no longer live at home, that lifestyle is still very much a part of me and I find myself on the farm fairly often, especially during seeding and harvest to help out my parents and younger brothers. Trust me, I'd never trade that to grow up anywhere else 'cause it made me who I am today. But that makes me just so thankful for this once in a lifetime opportunity to come to Mozambique, and especially for this reward because now I actually get to see and appreciate with my own eyes how beautiful this land really is.

The helicopter is now shown landing at the Vamizi Island resort, staff members of the lodge then lead the castaways towards a dock where a table is set up for them overlooking the ocean. Once they are situated, staff bring them out a full meal of fresh seafood including lobster and fried shrimp, and calamari, which all three are delighted to see, and even more impressed when they begin to eat it. They are also served red wine to wash down their food.

Cassy: Oh wow! If you don't count the fish we catch at camp "seafood," it's been ages since I've had anything like this! I honestly forgot how good fried shrimp tasted!

Marshall: Oh, absolutely! I'm ecstatic to see they brought this stuff out. Would it be anyone's surprise I was on a seafood diet not long before I came out here?

Cassy: You mean the (finger quotes) "see food" diet? Ya' know, you see food and eat food?

Marshall (Laughs): Yes, that too! (Sips wine) Mmm, this wine is impressive too! Definitely reminds me of meals back home with some of my parishioner friends.

Constantine: I dunno why I'm surprised, but I somehow can't believe you're actually friends with your parishioners. For some reason I can only imagine priests having priest friends. (giggles)

Marshall: Hey, it gets boring eating by yourself after a while, so I always appreciate when people invite me into their homes for dinner, especially if it's just to kick back and socialize.

Constantine: What else would they invite you into their houses for?

Marshall: Sometimes they want their houses blessed, or there's someone at their house who is sick and needs a special blessing, stuff like that. It's honestly my favourite part of my position 'cause I get to go out into the community showcasing Christ's love for us all... then kick their asses at a card game or something. (Chuckles)

Cassy: I swear, if you and my mom ever met, she'd totally be your best friend. She loves having our pastor over to feed him and hang out. She loves playing cards too, especially "Screw Your Neighbour."

Constantine (Snickers): What's that?

Cassy: You like, have to look at your hand and bet how many "tricks" you're going to win. One of the suits is trump usually, although sometimes there is "no trump," which just means "highest card wins."

Marshall: So... any card from Colorado?

Cassy (Giggles): I guess? But yeah, you countdown from 13 cards in your hand to 1, then back up. You get certain points for guessing correctly... yeah.

Marshall: Yeah, I think I know the game. If your mom and I get together and she thinks she can "screw" me, well... she's got another thing coming. (winks)

Cassy (Laughing): Oh my God, you really are just like her.

"zabava"

- Marshall is honestly so much fun to be around, and coming into this game, that's not at all something I expected from an old priest of all people! Speaking of which, if you didn't know Marshall, by looking at him and talking to him, you'd never guess he's a priest! He's funny, relatable, kinda dorky, and someone I could actually see myself keeping in touch with once the game is over. We've been on opposite sides of the game for some time now, so I don't get all that much of a chance to talk to him at camp. So it was really nice to kick back at this reward and get to know him better in a place where we can just be, well, people.

Following Cassy's confessional we see that dinner is now finished, the three challenge winners are taken to the edge of the dock where a boat is now waiting for them to take them to their diving location. Once they arrive, Marshall jokes that when the whales see him, they'll probably be delighted.

Marshall: As soon as I get down there, I bet you those whales are gonna start singing (begins to sing) "We are family! Even though you're bigger than me!"

This gets Constantine and Cassy both laughing along with Marshall just before the three of them are led into the water. Once they're in the ocean along with a guide, a montage of the reef as well as the marine life is shown, which includes dugong, whale sharks, and humpback whales. The camera then pans over to show the castaways swimming with their guide, soon focusing on Constaintine as the camera transitions to his confessional.

"zabava"

- Overall the reward was just an awesome experience and it was such a joy to be away from camp, all the paranoia, and the general stresses that come with the game. It was also nice to spend it with Cassy and Marshall, two people I've come to actually kinda like. Going on that dive was something else as well 'cause considering the filth we live in back at camp and the sights we are now used to, it just looked so beautiful and peaceful. Yeah, I think it's safe to say I'll remember this experience for a long time.

After Constantine's confessional, the scene changes to show the castaways after they have completed their dive and are now being taken to a makeshift spa in their villa with massage tables waiting for them. Marshall, Constantine, and Cassy are all then shown receiving their massages as the camera focuses on the Roman Catholic priest.

"zabava"

- The reward was an absolute blast, especially since I got to spend it with Cassy and Constantine, the latter being someone that I haven't really had the chance to talk to and was excited to get to know a little better. I think what I enjoyed the most, aside from the food and incredible scenery was the opportunity to forget about the game, clear my head, and have a delightful massage! (Sighs) I know we got a game to get back to tomorrow that can possibly get me a million bucks for my community... but I'd be breaking the ninth commandment if I said there wasn't a small part of me that wanted to spend our last 11 days here. (Chuckles)

From Marshall's confessional, we see one last shot of him, Cassy, and Constantine receiving their massages before the camera fades out.

Zabava
''The music now switches to a more generic background tone as the program turns over to the Zabava camp where the six castaways that lost the reward challenge are situated. The camera focuses on Jimmy returning to the main camp area with sticks and twigs they can use as kindling for their fire. As Jimmy goes to put them on their intended pile, the camera pans over to Ricki as she sighs, exits the shelter, and anxiously makes her way over to the law student. After a brief moment, Jimmy stands up and Ricki gently puts her hand on his shoulder just before he can turn around.''

Ricki (Nervously): Jimmy...

Jimmy now turns around and simply stares at Ricki, not saying a word.

Ricki: We... should talk. I know you probably hate me now...

Jimmy (Interrupting; Quiet tone): I don't hate you.

Ricki: Okay, let me rephrase. I know you're angry with me, and I don't know if there's anything I can ever say or do to change that... (sighs) but can we please talk privately somewhere? This is just... gnawing at me, and I need to get it off my chest. If I f***ed up my game, then it's not going to change whether we talk now or a week from now... if I'm still here, that is.

Jimmy (Sighs heavily): You're right. Let's just get this over with.

A transitional scene of zebras grazing in the African plain appears onto the screen before switching to Ricki and Jimmy sitting in a secluded area of their camp as they chat.

Ricki: If I can make one request, can you please just hear me out completely before shooting me down?

Jimmy (Sighs): I guess.

Ricki: Well, the reason I made this move was because I want to go to the end of the game with you, and I'm serious about that. I felt like this was a strategic move for both of our benefits because I saw the two trios in the game with us, and I saw that Irene had nowhere else to go. If we were to get rid of Irene, we'd have no leverage when it came to splitting up Cassy, Constantine, and Kane, and with how Leah's bridges with Allan and Tesla have been burned to ash, I was afraid that the chances of Constantine and Kane especially getting the advantage over us was greater than the chances we had. (Sighs) I know you went on about how you didn't trust Irene, but I fully believed in keeping her around, especially with how she continues to piss off the other side, which makes her a much more attractive choice to take far because she is going to be forced to stay with us, on top of us being able to beat her in the end. I promise you that I took everything you said about Irene into account, but I wanted to do what was best for our long term strategic game.

Jimmy simply nods, not saying a word.

Ricki (Continuing): I ended up telling Cassy, Constantine, and Kane that Irene confronted me at last minute, threatening to play an idol if I didn't save her, but that her vote was our's if I did. Since we have our final three with Leah, I told her the same thing I'm telling you right now, and she's okay with it. (Sighs heavily) Jimmy... it feels like we've been best friends out here since hour one of this game. You were my ride or die, and I still want that out here for us. I get why you're upset and why you don't trust me anymore, but I am being 100% serious when I say that I truly believed that this move would benefit both of us out here. But... regardless of whether you'll trust me again out here or not... the last thing I want to lose is your friendship, and with how distant you've been since last night, that's a legitimate fear I have right now.

Jimmy (Sighs heavily): Well, I can tell you honestly that I still want to be friends with you outside the game. But... I don't see my trust in you being repaired after what you did, at least not easily.

Ricki (Sadly): I understand.

Jimmy: In saying that, I don't want to get rid of you just yet. The fact of the matter is that I don't know where to turn, and if the circumstances around here force me to work with you moving forward, so be it. Never again out here will I take anything you say at face value, but that's just how this is gonna go. If... this is the end for our alliance out here (shrugs) maybe it's for the best. But I just can't... place any kind of trust in someone that tells me over and over that they're with me, that tells me that they understand my point of view and will vote with me, only to not just do her own thing at Tribal, but to directly save the person we had thoroughly discussed and agreed on eliminating by giving her your immunity necklace. It felt like you stood up there and slapped me across the face in front of everybody... it was humiliating.

Ricki: I get it, and I sympathize with you, I really do. I don't want you out either, and if you're still down to go to the end with me, then I want that too...

Jimmy (Interjecting): I can't make that promise right now.

Ricki (Interjecting): I'm not asking you to. (Sighs) As I said, I just did what I thought was best for both of us, and the truth is that... I really thought you'd understand why I wanted to save Irene. I'm not trying to insult your intelligence, but I kept telling myself that you were going to see my side eventually, that you were going to understand the logic I was using, realize it made sense, and be okay with it in the end. (Shakes head) I'm sorry to say that... it looks like I couldn't be more wrong, and I hate that I misjudged you and this whole situation like that.

Jimmy: I understand your logic, it's just that I felt that Irene and Leah were the wrong people to make the plan work with, especially with how Irene and Leah don't like each other on a personal level, and how much I don't trust Irene in general.

Ricki: If you don't mind me asking... why exactly do you feel so strongly about not trusting Irene? You said before the last vote that you have experience with people like Irene. What do you mean by that?

''Jimmy simply lets out a sigh and shakes his head, not saying a word for a few moments. He then hangs his head and puts a hand over his mouth for another moment before looking back up at Ricki.''

Jimmy: It's... a long story.

Ricki (Comforting): I'm here. I want to listen to you, and I want to know what's going on.

Jimmy (Taking a deep breath): From the time I was 16, I've had two girlfriends, both of whom have cheated on me. The second one was much harder than the first. It was just a couple years ago as I was working on my undergrad degree. I had been seeing this girl, Natalie, for about a year and a half. Then one night, I enter my dorm after doing some research at the library, only to find Natalie literally having sex with my roommate on our couch.

Ricki mutters the words "Jesus Christ" under her breath as tears start to trickle down Jimmy's face.

Jimmy: I told Natalie we were over right then and there, then I dropped everything and left. I ended up sleeping on one of the couches in a student lounge that night. I confronted Natalie the next day about why she did it, and she just coldly responded with "I'm human!" I asked my roommate, Steven, why he had sex with her, and he was just all "She's hot and she came on to me." (Sighs) Irene reminds me exactly of Natalie in terms of how she flirts with me, and how she loves to play both sides and play people's emotions against each other. Remember that night back on Makhuwa how Irene told Tesla that Leah had said those horrible things about her behind her back? That's what Natalie was like, and after I broke up with her, she got on Facebook and started s***ing on my reputation and calling me the emotionally manipulative one and saying I was this controlling, mentally abusive, ass****. She was just the most vindictive person I've ever met, and ever since what happened with Natalie, I haven't dated anyone else. I'm too afraid to open up to people, especially women, because I know what it feels like to be stabbed in the back, and I know the saying "Things come in threes" all too well.

As Jimmy talks, Ricki appears utterly stunned as she listens to what he is saying.

Jimmy: There's also like, I feel like this could be my fault in terms of... I can't read people to save my life and I don't know what women want in a guy or a relationship. Or worse yet, maybe I am this controlling abuser Natalie says I am without intending to be. People seem to expect a guy like me to have all these girls flocking to me, so... is that it? Am I just... some trophy boyfriend for people's Instagram posts? (Wipes his eyes)

Ricki (Confused): What made you start thinking that?

Jimmy: 'Cause both times after I left my exes, my friends would try to cheer me up by saying stuff like: "You're the kind of guy the ladies flock to." and "A stud like you will get another girl in no time." I've also heard, "You're hot and smart, so you got nothin' to worry about. Someone'll come around." (Sighs) Like, I get it, people find me attractive... whoop dee doo! So did Bianca and Natalie, and look where that got me. (Wipes eyes again) Sorry... it's just gotten me so depressed, and just the mere thought of putting my trust in someone like that again, especially someone that reminds me so much of Natalie as it is... I just can't do it. Ya' know... to bring this back to the game, I really would've preferred taking my chances of being able to scoop up Marshall or someone at final seven or eight in order to eliminate the threat of the Constantine/Kane/Cassy trio as opposed to putting any kind of trust in the type of person that's already smashed my heart into a billion pieces.

Ricki has hand over her face, which has gone completely red, and it looks as though she may also start crying soon.

Ricki: I'm so... so... sorry... I had no idea, Jimmy.

Jimmy (Takes a deep breath): As much as I wish you would've actually listened to me, you had no clue about it, and no way of knowing. I don't like talking about it, and I was reluctant to even say anything about it to these damn cameras 'cause I've had this twisted around and thrown back in my face so many times that I often still wonder if I am the real problem. My Family Studies and Sociology courses have taught me that people in relationships tend to cheat when they're not happy with how the relationship is going... (sighs) You've got a fiancé... what's Liam doing right that I can't seem to grasp?

Ricki (Firm): Don't compare yourself to Liam, just don't. That will only make you more depressed. Besides, if I'm being honest, it might just be that you're focused on your studies and these girls that you were dating were just too damn immature to understand you have goals in life.

Jimmy (Sighs): I hope you're right... it just makes me feel worthless. Call me stupid for saying this, but there was even a time when I was wondering if I'd even make a good family lawyer if I can't make a relationship of my own work. So I'd question what the point even was of continuing with this law school thing.

Ricki (Mortified): If you don't mind me asking... you never... contemplated suicide, did you?

Jimmy: I gotta be honest at this point, it has briefly crossed my mind once or twice. (Sighs) But I know I couldn't do that to my family, especially my sister, Jen. So... I keep pushing forward 'cause I don't feel like I have another choice, and I just gotta pray that there's a light somewhere at the end of the tunnel.

Ricki (Nodding): Yeah, I think I understand. (Sighs) I just... feel so awful for bringing this all back up.

Jimmy (Shakes head): It's not totally your fault. I'm the one who's head is f***ed up, and quite frankly, I'm sorry for burdening you with all of this. (Shakes head) I try so hard to be strong and to not show people this side of me 'cause I know people will see me as weak for it. There's also the fact people seem to expect a lot from me as it is, and the last thing I want is for people to see me as a disappointment.

Ricki: Well, I promise you that you're not a disappointment, and I know that I'd be proud to have you as a friend. (Sighs) I can't make you trust me again, and I'm not going to ask for our final three to be reinstated. But I just want you to know that I'm here for you if you need to talk, and I'll never again pressure you so hard to make a move you're not comfortable with. I'm still going to play my game, and for the sake of my strategic game, I don't regret saving Irene. But I feel horrible about how I've made you feel, and human to human, friend to friend, I am sincerely sorry from the bottom of my heart for doing that to you.

Jimmy (Nods): Thanks.

''Ricki now wraps her arms around Jimmy and hugs him tightly, prompting the law student to hug her back. The camera then focuses on Ricki and transitions to her confessional.''

"zabava"

- Had I known Jimmy's true motivations for not trusting Irene, then there's no way I would've continued with my pursuit to save her because I knew he had my back completely, and we had been friends since like, hour one of this game. I feel so guilty now in the sense that it's all my fault that these feelings of worthlessness and heartbreak that Jimmy has been having have come rushing back to him because I betrayed him. The worst part is, I know what it's like to feel depressed and worthless. (Sighs heavily) I promised Jimmy that I'm going to continue playing my game for me, which I still intend to do. But even still... it is hard to imagine myself physically being able to write his name down after what I've done. I really do hope that within the next little while, Jimmy will at least tell me he still wants to be my ally so I don't have to worry about doing that.

After Ricki's confessional, we see her and Jimmy just releasing their hug.

Jimmy: Thanks for... this chat, Ricki, and... thank you for at least owning your decision. I don't think you intended to hurt me, but that's what happened, and I got a lot of thinking to do.

Ricki: Well, you're welcome. I figured that honesty was the way to go with you, and I'm just upset I brought this back up. I hope you can find it in your heart to trust me out here because if you want, I'll be loyal to you as I've always intended.

Jimmy: It'll take a lot for me to trust you again in this setting, especially after what you've done. But at least I'm confident we could be friends for a long time.

"zabava"

- Ricki's explanation to me seemed genuine at least, which I'm thankful for. To be honest, I really can't believe I opened up about my trust and relationship issues, but in a way I'm glad I did. The talk today with Ricki finally helped me air out my grievances and my insecurities, and I appreciate the fact that she genuinely seemed to care about me. The reason I didn't commit to staying aligned with her is simply because she admitted she's going to keep playing her own way, which to me signals that she might go as far as to write my name down. I am thankful she was honest there, but I don't want to open myself up to being let down like this again. (Sighs) I really don't know where to go from here strategically. I guess I'll just have to follow my gut, see what happens. I also hope I can re-build my confidence somewhat and cut down a little on my paranoia, as hard as that'll be.

''Once Jimmy's confessional finishes up, Irene can be seen leaning against the edge of the shelter as Ricki returns to camp alone. Once the C.E.O. is spotted by the YouTube personality, the latter struts over to the former.''

Irene (Pushy): So? Have you talked to Jimmy yet? Huh?

Ricki (Sighs): Yeah, I did, just now...

Irene: And? Is he done being a baby over this and will he stick with us? Or do we gotta figure something else out?

Ricki (Sighs): He didn't say one way or the other. He says he understands my reasoning for what I did at Tribal, but that he's hurt and doesn't know what he's gonna do.

Irene (Scoffs; Crosses arms): Well, this is a game, Ricki. If he doesn't get that, then we gotta move on, and we might have to get rid of him. I'm not wasting my time with this.

Ricki (Almost pleading): Please, can we not? Like I was telling people about you, I don't think Jimmy can go anywhere else, at least without being on the obvious bottom. Besides, I hope we can show him that we actually are trustworthy enough that lets his guard down again.

Irene (Rolls eyes): Whatever.

Ricki (Snippy): I went out of my way and took a huge risk last Tribal to save you, didn't I? You would be on the jury right now if it wasn't for me, so I suggest you cut me some slack and trust me a little. I think we just need to be patient with Jimmy and go with the easy vote, being Allan. Or, we could possibly even get Cassy out if we really want to split the other trio.

Irene (Hands on hips): Fine then.

"zabava"

- Ricki keeps telling me that Jimmy's gonna come around and do this alliance with us, but I haven't seen it in over a day, and I don't buy it anymore! This game is about getting yourself to the end and winning a million dollars, it's not about love and feelings, and certainly not about patience! As a grown-ass man, you'd think Jimmy would be able to handle things not going his way every once in a while. But right now, he's just coming off as that spoiled child that would turn off the video game system as soon as they start losing so you can't actually say you beat them. I do hope Ricki's right about him 'cause there's no way she'll let me vote him out and for the sake of my own game, I just can't afford to go against her right now.

''Meanwhile however, Kane has pulled Allan into the woods and begins to chat him up regarding strategy. Once Irene's confessional ends, we are taken to this scene between them as they walk towards the water well.''

Kane: I dunno if you caught this before the challenge, but Jimmy and Constantine were legit cuddling with each other on the hammock.

Allan (Raises an eyebrow): Okay?

Kane: Those two are obviously extremely close, and before that, I really thought Constantine was my closest ally, but I'd be lying if I was saying I'm not paranoid about it. Jimmy's quite strong in challenges in his own right, and even though he's been pretty distant for the last day or so, his social game is off the charts.

Allan (Shrugs): I mean... you're not wrong. But are you suggesting that Jimmy goes... next?

Kane: Possibly, I'm not sure. I'm just so paranoid and there's a lot of s*** going on in my head. Like, I'm worried about Jimmy's relationship with Constantine, and yeah, I'm thinking Jimmy could very well be the biggest threat to the money. But I'm also worried about Ricki's move to save Irene. Like, those two are obviously aligned, and Irene was definitely going home if not for that.

Allan: As I expected. Like, why else would Ricki do that?

Kane: For sure, but here's the thing, Jimmy was pushing hard to see Irene leave, and he used to be so close with Ricki, so I really don't know where this leaves their relationship. Ricki is obviously a ruthless strategist as well and I no longer trust her as far as I can throw her.

Allan: So... what are you saying?

Kane: I'm saying that I'm tempted to make a move, I just don't know if it would be better to vote out Jimmy or Ricki, or if Constantine would even do this.

Allan: Well, if you can get Cassy on your side at least, that's four people right there. It would be enough to do damage if you somehow got the votes split at the next Tribal.

Kane (Nodding): Yeah.

Allan: Cassy's main issues were with Tesla, not me, not Marshall. I do think that Cassy is a massive threat going forward because of how hard she's fighting to stay in this. But if I need her to get back in this game, I'll do that. I also got no problems with you, whatsoever, I hope you know that.

Kane: Good to know. I'll have to talk with Cassy and I'll talk to Constantine and go from there, but we'll see what happens. As I said, I doubt Constantine would vote Jimmy, but he might vote Ricki. I'd also hope Cassy would be down to vote either.

Allan: Just be sure to let me know, and don't leave me hanging. I'm not in a position where I can really afford to wait for people to offer me stuff.

"zabava"

- Kane coming to me today and saying that he's interested in making a move to vote out either Jimmy or Ricki at the next vote does give me some hope. He hasn't committed to anything, but he's obviously paranoid, and that can only be good for someone like me. I planted the idea in his head of rigging a split vote so he didn't have to worry about getting both Constantine and Cassy to do this with him, which he at least seemed open to. So, I guess it's now a matter of seeing if Kane is will actually act on his paranoia or not, which I hope he does.

''The camera now switches over to later in the day when Jimmy and Leah are collecting snails together. Jimmy appears to be a little bit anxious, biting his bottom lip slightly, while Leah is quite stoic. After a few brief moments, Jimmy breathes in and initiates conversation.''

Jimmy: So, uh... I got something to ask you.

Leah: About?

Jimmy: Ricki. Did she, uh... talk to you about the last Tribal at all? Like, last night, or this morning perhaps?

Leah: Yeah, she did a bit.

Jimmy (Probing): Did she say why she gave her necklace to Irene?

Leah (Nods): Mmm hmm.

Jimmy: What'd she say?

Leah: Something 'bout wanting us, her, and Irene to split up Kane, Constantine, and Cassy after we took care of Tesla, Allan, and Marshall.

Jimmy breathes a sigh of relief upon hearing this.

Leah: Why? She tell you something else?

Jimmy (Shakes head): No. I just lost trust in her after what happened at Tribal... and I wanted to make sure she wasn't BS-ing me.

Leah: Fair enough, I get it.

''For a few moments, neither Jimmy or Leah say anything as they both re-focus on collecting snails. Soon however, Jimmy continues the conversation.''

Jimmy (Nervously): So, ummm... you think we should stick with Ricki?

Leah: We should be able to trust her more than some of the others around here. I think chances are good that she was telling the truth 'bout her reasons for saving Irene.

Jimmy: Yeah. I don't like how she told us to our faces she would vote Irene out, but instead did the precise opposite of that and full-on saved her. But at least she's owning up to it. There are also other people here that are legitimately threatening like Cassy, or that I'd be more nervous about trusting, like Kane.

Leah (Shrugs): As long as Allan goes next, I'd be fine doing either Cassy or Kane the vote after. Besides, wasn't it them two that people were saying lied about their alliance from the first day?

Jimmy (Nodding): Yeah, that was them, and it's exactly why I don't trust either of them and I think we need to make some sort of switch next vote if we don't do it this one. (Sighs) I'm honestly just terrified Ricki will start lying to me again if I decide to suck it up and go back with her.

Leah (Matter-of-Factly): Can't do much about it, Jim. I told Ricki I'd stick with her for now, and I'll tell you the same thing. Didn't we agree to go final three together?

Jimmy: You're right... (takes deep breath) let's see how this goes. I'll trust your judgment.

Leah: Good. Let's do that then.

Jimmy (Flashes a small smile): Sounds like a plan.

"zabava"

- Talking to Leah and seeing her not appear overly concerned about Ricki's move does relax me a little 'cause it tells me that one of two things happened. Either Ricki told Leah her motives after Tribal and Leah simply accepted them, or Leah was in on this move from the beginning. Regardless of which of those it is, the silver lining at least is the fact that Leah does not know how to bulls***, and she told me straight-up she's still interested in the final three deal between us and Ricki, which does put me at ease a little. (Sighs) As nervous and scared as I am right now though, I'm too far along in this game to throw in the towel. I just need to be much more careful now and not let the events of the last Tribal happen again.

Following Jimmy's confessional, one more shot of him collecting snails comes onto the screen, which is followed by a brief scene of Ricki chopping firewood with the machete as the camera fades to black.

Day 29
The program reopens on day 29 following a commercial break showing most of the castaways lazing around in the main camp area. The castaways that had went on reward had already returned by this point, which is evident by Marshall being shown laying in the shelter, with Allan right next to him. The view then pans around to show Leah putting another couple of logs on the fire to help build it up. Once she is satisfied with the height of the fire, she glances down at the small pile of firewood and scrunches up her face.

Leah (Announcing): I'm gonna go get more firewood. Anyone wanna come with?!

Marshall: Sure! (Looks over at Allan) You wanna come too?

Upon hearing this, Allan shakes his head and says "Nah," at the same time as Leah (who heard Marshall's question) buts in with "Not him!"

Marshall (Slightly taken aback): Alrighty then.

Marshall then exits the shelter and walks towards the woods with Leah as the camera transitions to his confessional.

"zabava"

- Looking at Allan and Leah today, you'd never believe the two of them used to be close out here! They want nothing to do with each other anymore, and I kinda find that a bit tragic to be honest. At the end of the day, they view each other as liars and being disloyal, or whatever, and that's their prerogative. Especially seeing that they're both stubborn enough that they don't seem to want to co-exist long enough to even want to get firewood together anymore, I'm guessing it's just gonna be this way for a while yet... possibly the rest of the game.

''Upon the conclusion of Marshall's confessional, the scene switches to a transitional shot of a vulture sitting in a tree before changing to show Jimmy relaxing on the beach by himself as he lays on his back. After a couple of moments, Irene enters the frame with a wide smile plastered on her face. As she sits down next to the law student, we can see that she is playing with her hair.''

Irene (Playfully): Heeyyy Jimmy...

"zabava"

- I get that Jimmy was definitely one of the main people pushing me to go at the last vote before Ricki so righteously saved me, which is why he's been so pouty since Tribal. But here's the thing, I went up to him today on the beach 'cause men generally like being paid attention to. Also like, I was hoping he's mellowed out since Tribal and that there'd be a chance for me to show him that I can just be fun, sexy, laid back, and just overall not this big scary monster he had to have made me out to be.

Irene can now be seen laying on her side and rubbing one of Jimmy's arms up and down while giggling playfully, prompting Jimmy to turn his head away from her and rolls his eyes.

Irene: So, uhhh... you doing better? I know you were surprised to see me get that beautiful piece of jewelry at Tribal.

Jimmy (Nonchalantly): Yeah, I was... well played.

Irene: I guess, but this game wouldn't be the same without you. (Winks)

Irene now begins twirling her hair again, while Jimmy bites down on his lip, getting more anxious and appearing to be trying to hold himself back from saying something.

Irene: I mean, you're big and strong, and I'm... what? A cute little Asian girl that would have trouble winning challenges against babies? (Giggles)

Jimmy: Guess that's one way of looking at it.

There is a bit of an awkward silence for a few moments before Irene smiles flirtatiously and begins striking up a conversation in a playful tone.

Irene: So, uhhh... just curious... have you or do you work at Dick's?

Jimmy (Confused): I've worked retail, yes. But not at Dick's... why?

Irene (Shrugs): I just thought you would've 'cause you're sporting the goods. (Winks)

Jimmy (Giggles awkwardly): Oh please.

Irene (Grinning devilishly): Ya' know... I really should've brought insulin out here.

Jimmy (Raises an eyebrow): Why?

Irene: 'Cause your ass is so sweet it gave me diabetes! (Licks lips)

Once again, Jimmy begins giggling awkwardly)

Jimmy: Don't you have a boyfriend?

Irene: I already obliterated a planet in his solar system... now I wanna destroy Uranus!

Jimmy (Rolls eyes): Except for the fact you're like Venus. Filled with clouds of carbon dioxide that would suffocate and kill me.

Irene: Well, in that case, why don't we make the most of it and start a new universe with one big bang?

Jimmy (Groans): I wonder how happy your BF is gonna be if this airs.

Irene (Annoyed): Okay, can you not be a buzzkill? For the record, Freddie gave me full permission to flirt out here, so I don't need you talking down to me. Besides (flips hair) I'm just trying to have a little fun.

Slightly irritated, Jimmy sits up and glares at Irene.

Jimmy (Apologetic): Fair enough, sorry for bringing up your boyfriend. I didn't know he gave permission.

Irene responds with a single nod.

Irene: Apology accepted.

Jimmy (Interjecting; Serious tone): However... I'm not a 12-year-old just going through puberty and blinded by the sight of boobs. I know transparent flirting when I see it, and if you want an alliance with me, Cupcake, then I suggest you talk with me about one like a normal human.

Irene (Confused; Irritated): First off...Cupcake?! REALLY?!

Jimmy (Snarky): Oops, sorry. That was a pet name I gave to one of my exes. You remind me so much of her.

Irene (Firing back): Well, maybe if you were being rational since the last Tribal instead of running off and avoiding everyone 'cause I'm still here, then I would talk to you like a normal person! I'm not a threat, and I just want you to see that I'm not whatever you're trying to paint me as! I just wanted to have some fun!

Jimmy: Don't even go there! Your transparent-ass flirting started way before the last Tribal! You still could've asked me for an alliance like you would anyone else and we could've had a rational conversation. I get you're desperate, but that doesn't mean I need to buy into it.

Irene: Sorry if being flirtatious is part of my personality. I didn't realize being a whiny bitch when things don't go your way was part of yours!

Jimmy (Crosses arms): I'm just calling things like I see 'em, Irene. I talked with Ricki, and I'm willing to stay with her and you for the time being... I know, shocker. But don't act like I don't have a right to question people's loyalty when one person stabs me in the back to save someone that's transparently trying to manipulate me.

Irene (Scoffs): Funny way of showing that you wanna stick with me.

Jimmy: If you want to have a rational, strategic conversation, I'll listen to you, I don't have a problem with that. But I made up my mind last Tribal in part because since the first merge vote, none of the conversations you initiated with me were rational! I see exactly what kind of game you're playing and your bulls*** doesn't work on me!

"zabava"

- Irene doesn't know when to stop, and the fact of the matter is, I'm sick and tired of pretending with her. If flirting is part of her strategy, I ain't gonna knock it, especially if her boyfriend gave permission. But if I can see right through you and continuously give little to no indication that I buy into it, but you continue anyway, it gets real old. She got mad when I called her on it, but I said my piece, and she now knows exactly where I stand. Also, her calling me a (finger quotes) "whiny bitch" does irritate me a fair bit, and it's why I try to bottle up my emotions and avoid people when my they do really run high. It's also why I don't like opening up to people. I admit that my emotions were fairly over the top given how everything accumulated together. But at the end of the day, I was still frustrated, angry, and upset that I was lied to and betrayed the way I was. Irene's still given me zero reason to actually trust her. But as of now, my tears are as dry as the Sahara and I'm ready to move on with the game, whether I'm going to be forced to align with Irene or not.

Jimmy: I'm willing to promise that I'm not going to gun for you at the next vote. I won't forget what happened at the last Tribal Council, but I've said my piece and I'm mentally moving on. If there's someone you want out, say the name, and we can have a discussion.

Irene (Coldly): Allan or Marshall. All I can do right now is try to prove I'm done with that sinking ship.

Jimmy (Matter-of-Factly): There we go, easy enough. I thought it was gonna be one of those two anyway, so nice to see we're on the same page. Glad we could accomplish something... (smirking; smarmy) Cupcake.

Jimmy now stands up, brushes the sand off of himself, and walks away from Irene, who gives him an angry glare as the camera transitions to her confessional.

"zabava"

- Jimmy says he's willing to work with me, but I think that little tantrum he threw after I simply tried to have a fun, light-hearted conversation proved otherwise, and don't get me started on how he implied I might be some sort of whore for innocently flirting when I have a boyfriend. I know he apologized when I told him my boyfriend gave me permission to flirt, but still. (Rolls eyes, lets out a long sigh) I am willing to vote Allan or Marshall next to get me into the official majority, but I really dunno how Ricki can possibly think Jimmy will go back to her when he has that kind of attitude.

Upon Irene's confessional finishing, we see her talking to Kane by the water well as the two of them refill their personal canteens.

Irene: I know I'm like, not the most popular person here. It's obvious to me that I'd be gone if Ricki didn't save my ass at the last vote. But I'm not the type of person to roll over and die, and you can be damn sure that I don't wanna join Tesla anytime soon.

Kane: Well, I promise you that I was just going along with everybody last Tribal. I don't have anything against you personally.

"zabava"

- There are a lot of reasons not to trust Irene out here, not the least of which being that she was gunning for one of my closest allies, Cassy, possibly since the last tribe switch. Also like, if she wanted to join our alliance so bad, she could've just made a deal with us to vote one of her ex-allies with more people in the majority than just Ricki, then Ricki wouldn't have had to save her. But at the same time, I want to make an impact out here, and I want to improve my standing in the game. If making a deal with Irene could get me further, then I don't see the harm in at least considering it, especially since a number of people I am currently aligned with are so threatening.

Irene: Here's what I'm thinking, obviously I trust Ricki, so I want to stick with her right now, no questions asked.

Kane (Nods): Okay...

Irene: So I'm kinda hoping for you, me, Ricki, and Constantine to have some sort of side alliance and take control. The four of us are probably the least threatening at this point to actually win, aside from maybe Leah, but I know she doesn't like me.

Kane (Smiles): Yeah, that sounds like something I can get on board with. Was there someone specific you wanted to target?

Irene: There's a few people I find threatening, but who do you have in mind?

Kane: Well, Allan said he'd be on board to vote Jimmy or Ricki if we can get the numbers, and I do think Jimmy's a huge social threat.

Irene (Scowls): Ugh.

Kane: I know you said you trusted Ricki, which I get. But I'm willing to tell him the vote is Jimmy if you want to do this.

Irene: Honestly, I've asked Ricki about voting Jimmy, but last I heard, she's refusing. Like, she just won't do it, and the last thing I can do is go against Ricki 'cause that would mean I flush my game down the toilet.

Kane: He is by far the most threatening to win though. If we want to do this, I think Jimmy should go in the near future, at the very least.

Irene: I get that, and I promise I want Jimmy gone, but I just can't do it at the next Tribal because I need to prove my loyalty to Ricki. I'm willing to vote Allan out with you guys 'cause he's such a huge challenge threat, and then possibly Jimmy 'cause I'd have a few days to get to her.

Kane lets out a sigh and puts his hands on his hips, appearing frustrated with what Irene is saying.

Irene (Persistent): Even if we do have to wait until final seven to vote Jimmy, we can do that 'cause whoever's left, especially if it's Marshall, would be fools to not make a move and vote with us if Ricki still refuses. I'm willing to make a big move tonight if you want, but I just can't vote Jimmy without guaranteeing myself no votes at the end, or worse, a seat on the jury for flip-flopping.

Kane: So if you don't want to vote Jimmy, then who do you want to vote for this so-called "big move"? Leah?

Irene: To be honest with you... Cassy.

Kane's eyes go wide as a brief shot of Cassy swimming in the ocean comes onto the screen before switching back to the current conversation.

Irene: Think about it, she is actually the REAL biggest threat to the million, in my opinion, no questions. (Counts on fingers) She was supposed to go on Sena multiple times over, but her beast-ing in challenges stopped that. She was all set to go at the first merge vote and she's still here. Tesla's also the only one that actually doesn't like her and with the way she keeps fighting, I think she'd be a shoo-in to take the million if she makes it to the end.

Kane (Sighs): I'm kinda in the same situation on that as you are with Jimmy, unfortunately. Like, since the pre-merge, people have been going on about how I'm untrustworthy, and I'm finally at a spot where I feel like Cassy and Constantine trust me. If I can be honest with you, I don't think Constantine would vote Jimmy because the two of them are so close, so I think we'd need Cassy to get rid of him...

Irene (Crossing arms; Interrupts): Then let's just do Allan next and Jimmy after.

Kane: We don't have to, if we get Cassy on board for Jimmy next, I could probably persuade Constantine that Cassy should go once he's gone. Even if I have to lie to him and say Jimmy going was Cassy's idea, we might be able to make that happen. But voting Cassy this round is out of the question for me because I was just starting to get to a point where even my closest allies trust me!

There is a moment of tense silence between the two of them, prompting Kane to continue.

Kane: I really want this alliance of you, me, Ricki, and Constantine to work out 'cause I think that would be the best chance for any of us to win, but I don't want to ruin my game this round by voting someone from my core alliance after the rocky start I had early on.

Irene (Shrugs): I get it, and I see your points 'cause as you said, your reason for not wanting to vote Cassy this round is exactly the same as mine for not wanting to vote Jimmy... (Sighs) How about we just promise each other that we keep the four of us safe? Then we can talk more after this vote when things aren't so tense for both of us.

Kane (Smiling; Nodding): I like that. (Sticks out hand) You have a deal.

''A smirk comes to Irene's face as she shakes Kane's outstretched hand. The camera then zooms in onto Irene and switches to her confessional.''

"zabava"

- I offered Kane the final four alliance with myself, Ricki, and Constantine for the simple fact that I still want to win this damn game. Being saved has given me so much fire to continue and keep pressing forward that I want to pull out all the stops. Yes, Kane and I have barely talked, but that's part of why I want this deal with him. From what I can see, neither of us are all that threatening when it comes to our chances to win right now, and when it comes to unexpected alliances, there isn't one that appears more out of nowhere than Kane and myself. It sucks that he really wants Jimmy gone and I had to tell him I can't do that because of Ricki, even though I actually do really want the guy out. But even if we have to wait a couple of days to have time to actually convince Ricki and Constantine to make that much needed big move, I think that would make our alliance all the more unexpected to everyone else, and we'll be able to do that much more damage in this game! (Smiling)

After Irene's confessional, we are shown a short clip of her and Kane talking and laughing together as the camera zooms in on the personal trainer.

"zabava"

- Personally, I'm in love with Irene's idea to go to the final four with her, Ricki, and Constantine because that would mean me going to the end with the three people I have the best chance of actually beating in the Final Tribal Council. In saying that... I'm not in love with her idea of voting out Cassy soon. Yes, Cassy is a huge threat, and yes, I can't let Cassy get to the end, but I struggled so much socially and strategically pre-merge, and made a lot of mistakes that it's a miracle for me to actually have a solid three right now. I want this final four with Irene and Ricki to work, but unfortunately, I also need to keep Cassy around for the next little while. It also sucks that Irene's refusing to vote Jimmy, but I get it since her reasons seem to be similar to mine for wanting to keep Cassy. But hey, the only official agreement we have right now is to keep us, Constantine, and Ricki safe. Irene also said she wanted Jimmy gone, but just that she can't vote him, so I still have some wiggle room to get my way at this next vote and make this potential game-winning alliance for me actually work! (Smirking devilishly)

Following Kane's confessional, the scene switches to a transitional shot of a cheetah laying on the ground and washing itself with its tongue before changing to a scene showing Jimmy, Cassy, and Constantine in the woods talking as they collect plantains for the tribe.

Cassy: I guess, while we're here... might as well talk a little strategy if you like.

Jimmy (Shrugs): Sure, what's on your mind?

Cassy: I guess I'm just wanting to know how we feel about the Irene/Ricki situation, mostly. Like, do we want to just get Allan or Marshall out? Or should we target Irene and finish the job we failed last Tribal?

Cassy and Constantine both look directly at Jimmy, slightly catching him off guard.

Jimmy: Oh... well, as much as I wasn't a fan of what Ricki did last Tribal, I think we'd might as well just keep the seven of us together and at least vote Allan next, since he is so strong in challenges. (Shrugs) But I can't lie and say I don't want Irene out soon... because I really do.

Constantine: I'm cool with that if everyone else is.

Cassy: Yeah, it's just that... should we really trust either her or Ricki? I mean, that stunt she pulled last round really freaks me out. Also like, if the three of us, Leah, and Kane all stick together and vote for the same person, that's the majority.

Jimmy: True.

Cassy: I don't know what Ricki told you, but she told us anyway that Irene confronted her threatening to play an idol if she didn't save her, but that she'd vote with us if she did. To me, that sounds shady as f***.

Jimmy pauses for a few short moments as he plucks more plantains off of a tree.

Jimmy (Choosing his words carefully): Yeah... that's what she told me too. I do find it sketchy and it's all the more reason we need to watch out for Irene. But I'm thinking we should just get Allan out and get that over with, then maybe looking at a split or something to flush that apparent idol Irene has... if she even has one.

"zabava"

- When Cassy told me about Ricki telling her that Irene threatened to play an idol at the last vote, I lied for Ricki and said that she told me the same thing, just in case Ricki is serious about wanting to stick with me, and also because Leah still wants our final three with her to be a thing. Besides, Ricki did say that's what she told Cassy, Kane, and Constantine, so I at least know she's capable of telling me the truth lately. My emotions may have been all over the place since Ricki saved Irene, but I don't want my strategy to be an emotional one. What I want to do right now is keep our majority six... well, I guess seven if you include Irene, together if possible at this next vote because that'll be the best way for me to know exactly who's telling me the truth, who's full of s***, and most importantly, what's really in my best interest for my personal game going forward.

Constantine (Matter-of-Factly): I really just hate being lied to. If I find out Ricki made this whole thing up 'cause she has some sort of final two with Irene, I'll be f***ing pissed.

Cassy: Oh for sure! If she wanted to add Irene to the alliance, she should've just said that. Yeah, we would've questioned her, but what gets me about this whole thing is that she was so hung up on saving Irene, only to agree at the last minute. Then all of a sudden that stunt happens? (Shakes head) I don't buy it.

Jimmy: I also can't stand how Irene doesn't really seem to care to actually integrate into our alliance, even after being saved by Ricki. I admit, my head was a mess after the last vote, which I'm sure you noticed. But today, Irene full-on called me a (finger quotes) "whiny bitch" for it!

Constantine (Angry): What the f*** is Irene's problem?! Ricki's been your closest friend and ally for God knows how long, so you had every right to be pissed about the vote!

Jimmy: I know. But, it goes to show how little Irene actually gives a s*** about the social part of the game, and I guess part of why she was saying at Tribal she's not as big of a threat as Allan or Marshall.

Constantine: I dunno what the deal is with her and Ricki, but especially if Irene's gonna be talking like that, I really don't think she's gonna remain loyal to us, and that makes me lose a lot of respect for her! Personally, I just wanna get rid of her like we were going to do last time.

Cassy: I do think it'll be interesting to see what Ricki's tone is after the immunity challenge. If she's telling the truth about Irene's (finger quotes) "threat" to play an idol, I do wonder how she'd react to a plan to flush it.

Both Constantine and Jimmy nod along with what Cassy is saying.

Cassy: Even if we ultimately decide to vote Allan or Marshall, say we believe either Irene or Ricki is full of crap with this whole idol thing. If Ricki gets all defensive, I'd consider it a sign of who she's more loyal to.

"zabava"

- Jimmy saying that Ricki told him the same thing she told us about Irene's (finger quotes) "idol threat" doesn't change much for me, except for the fact that I think Ricki's feeding all of us the same bulls***. I mean, for all I know, Irene might've found the idol on original Makhuwa, but what still gets me is how adamant Ricki was to save her before she gave up her necklace. The fact of the matter is that I'm no less paranoid about my spot here and who I can trust now than I was right after the vote, and I'm just anxious to get through the challenge and get to the real strategy talk so I have a better idea of who I think I should trust, and how much I should trust them.

Author's Notes
The episode title was said by Jimmy Talbot during a conversation with Constantine Vasylenko on day 28 as he talked about how he felt since his close ally, Ricki Fife, gave her immunity necklace to his target, Irene Xing at the last Tribal Council.

Credit to Laura Clery's "Me Trying to Flirt" videos for inspiring the style of the beginning part of Jimmy's and Irene's conversation on day 29 (I also got the "Dick's" and "Uranus" lines from her videos): https://www.youtube.com/user/LauraMarieClery/videos