Austin asks so I should let this blindside happen. So I shouldn’t get mad?

Vanessa and Austin spent the morning trying to map the house after realizing Jace was likely in serious danger. Vanessa argued that Audrey was driving much of the paranoia, while Austin tried to work out where James, Clay, Jeff, Da’Vonne and the rest of the house actually stood.

Vanessa also warned Austin that his size made him an obvious physical target and encouraged him to focus on relationships with less-connected players such as Becky and Johnny Mac. By the end of the conversation, both were talking about laying low, letting the week play out, and preparing for the next HOH.

9:10am Backyard. Vanessa and Austin are out in the backyard. Vanessa says if Jace goes out this week, Austin needs to find a way to reduce how much of a physical threat people see him as. Vanessa says I just caught Clay in a lie. He and Audrey aren’t on the same page. Audrey pretty much confirmed an alliance and Clay flat out lied to my face. Austin asks maybe he is trying to be loyal to that alliance and Audrey is not. Vanessa says could be but why would he throw those people under the bus? He is pretty sure Jace is going home. Austin asks where does Jeff stand. Vanessa says Jeff said he was coming after Austin. Austin says I already told Audrey that he was one of the people I would replace. Vanessa says I think he is already planting seeds for you to be the next target. Austin asks what this house has already flipped?! Vanessa says I think you can trust Liz. She’s not lying or conniving. Austin asks what about Day? I have a feeling if one of us wins they would have us target Da or Jason. Vanessa says I think Audrey is brilliant. Austin asks I don’t know why James would be such a double crosser the first week. Austin asks why do they hate us so much. Vanessa says its not hate its manipulation. Your size and skill were going to make you a target coming in. Austin says Audrey told me things are going to get weird the next couple of weeks, just know I have your back. Vanessa says Audrey is smart at what information she says. Austin asks so I should let this blindside happen. So I shouldn’t get mad? Should I talk to James about it? Vanessa says maybe talk to Audrey. 9:30am – 10:14am Backyard Austin and Vanessa. Vanessa and Austin agree that Audrey is creating much of the paranoia around DA. Vanessa asks who is more of a puppetmaster, Clay/Jeff or DA. Austin thinks Clay and Jeff. He points out those two guys want DA out, so maybe he’s not the main target. Vanessa – That’s what I’m trying to tell you you’re not. Vanessa doesn’t think James has any tight alliances. She thinks he’s a lone wolf and suspects people are using him. She points out that during social interactions he seems a little lonely. They both have heard Jeff and James making inappropriate comments. It sounds like more people in the house have noticed it as well. They both plan on winning the HOH. Vanessa says she was a professional gambler before she was a DJ and she would bet her life that Audrey’s number one is Clay. Austin can’t believe Clay’s so good at lying. Vanessa thinks the fake girls-alliance rumor was pinned on her because she doesn’t associate much with Audrey’s group. Austin wonders if it’s normal for people to play so hard so fast. Vanessa says it’s not and it’s really bad gameplay. Austin says Jace is going to be furious when he finds out what is happening. Vanessa asks what’s going to happen. Austin says he expects Jace to confront several people and expose what he knows about the alliances. Austin says Audrey really disappointed him. Vanessa – Too hard too early. Austin is really confused about Clay and says he was very convincing when he pulled him and Jace aside. Vanessa thinks James gave his word to Jason before he gave his word to Jace. Austin asks what should I do today. Vanessa – Be nice to people continue to build relationships there’s a lot of underutilized people in this house.. Becky is one of them.. She’s trustworthy.. She’s loyal and a smart physical threat. Vanessa warns him about Jackie because she’s close to Jeff. Austin says Jeff freaks him out. Austin says Johnny Mac is trying to be loyal to Austin and Jace. Vanessa trusts him and thinks he’s smart. Austin – what about Meg Vanessa – I don’t have a read on her she’s close to James and Audrey. Austin – Ya Vanessa – she’s not very genuine with me.. I get the read Vanessa jokes she’s going to start a floaters alliance. She adds that Steve is a nice guy. Vanessa says he’s a bit with DA but he’s not with the other side (Audrey). They bring up Audrey wanting to call a house meeting yesterday. Austin thinks they should get her to call it because it’s usually so bad for people’s game. Maybe she’ll become the target. Vanessa thinks Audrey was bluffing and won’t call a meeting. Vanessa thinks they need to lay low. Austin – basically we’re letting her run the game.. I’m not afraid Vanessa – I’m not afraid at all, this is a LONG LONG LONG game They agree this game isn’t for hotheads. Austin realizes that is why Jace has got to go. Austin thinks once Jace goes up he’s going to blow up James’ game. Vanessa doesn’t think James has a choice. “There’s no easy solution for him it’s tough” Austin suspects if Meg and Audrey are nominated, Audrey will go home. “She’s talking to everyone” Vanessa says Shelli gave her word to Clay and Audrey, but once something happens with “them” (Clay and Audrey), Vanessa trusts her. Vanessa – I really don’t trust James She asks him if he’s evil. Austin – I’m not evil.. I just came on here to be ridiculous Austin doesn’t think he has a chance to win because of his size. Austin asks who would go home if it was him and Liz. Vanessa thinks Liz will go. Vanessa again tells him he needs to make himself look like less of a physical threat. Austin doesn’t like the idea because he wants to keep working out. Austin says it would be difficult for him to stop working out. Vanessa says they could be safe if Becky wins HOH. Vanessa says because she’s isolated, she is going to work to keep that door open. Austin says I thought we would be fine till week 4 or— 10:20am – 10:30am Big Brother blocks the feeds. When the feeds come back, Austin is in the backyard with Johnny Mac. Austin talks about working out his legs today. Austin says, “I just can’t sleep in the Have-Not bed anymore.” Johnny says you’ve got it. Just 4 more days and then its over. Austin heads inside. Jackie and Becky come outside and wish Johnny a happy birthday.