After a "historic" tribal council, it is time for the castaways to face the aftermath of what just transpired on their 22nd night on the islands of Caramoan.
But it appears that Michael Skupin most appreciated the events that unfolded during the tribal council. "It was the most amazing experience because Lisa made the big move to save me," Skupin said. He is also pleased that one of the most adamant of getting rid of the veteran players (Jeff Kent) got voted off first saying, "having one of them go is a win-win for me either way."
Abi immediately accused Skupin of voting for her, to which the latter denied. But Jonathan Penner is more than willing to admit it, telling Abi, "I voted for you. I don't like being played like that."
Jonathan although safe for another three days admits that it was it the most incredible tribal council he became a part of saying, "I don't even know that the hell happened."
Later, Jonathan through Carter finds out that his vote for Abi instead of Pete, practically cost Jeff Kent the game. "The least I could do is tie it up, I'm a dead man walking anyway," Jonathan said.
However it was Lisa who is reeling from her move that could have been devastating. Malcolm approaches her and asks how she is feeling, to which Lisa replies, "It was terrible."
But Malcolm immediately tries to give her consolation, saying, "You were playing the game. I was playing the game."
Malcolm's reaction gives Lisa a sigh of relief. "I can't believe you are so full of grace and mercy. I am just so grateful. You are amazing," she said.
Lisa admits that she was trying to play a big move and play the game but she is all shaken up inside. "It's just not me. I lied, I have betrayed, I have broken promises," she said. "I love this game but it's too big for me. I think it' bigger than me."
Day 23
Jonathan knows that he is still on the chopping block, especially if he would fail to win immunity. But he has seen cracks on the alliance of original members of Tandang and he plans to capitalize on it to stay longer in the game.
"There are five original Tandang still life and if they vote together, I am done. I'll probably go home. But there's division, cracks. You have two parents who try to play the game straight up, almost Christian game - Lisa and Skupin. And there are three tight players who would play the bully game. My hope is to appeal to Lisa and Skupin's hearts," Jonathan said.
Heart-to-Heart
Jonathan and Lisa get to have a one-on-one talk. Penner somehow senses that Lisa is burdened by her actions during the tribal council. Jonathan expresses to Lisa her admiration for her.
"You explained yourself beautifully last night, maybe unprecedented in the history of Survivor. I certainly admire you, like you, maybe even love you (something to that effect)," Jonathan said.
Then Jonathan turns into a shrink and the two had some sort of a counselling session which Lisa. Jonathan described Lisa as someone who had to grow as a people-pleaser and a provider for the family. Lisa cries and tells Jonathan how much she appreciates their conversation.
Lisa admits that Penner struck a chord, an internal conflict. She relays that she has spent her entire life doing whatever it takes to do the right thing and be liked.
"My whole life has been based on public perception. I've lived my life on the stage since i was 7 years old... Can I survive, not being little miss perfect?" Lisa said.
