Previously on Big Brother: Tensions flared with Crystal and Madeline causing the gymnast to end the friendship for good after Crystal tried making amends. Carter kept his HoH a secret as his plan to backdoor Dale was going into motion and Dale was trying his best to keep the notebook under wraps. Dale and Jamie has a bit of a bonding moment talking about video games and superhero movies while Madeline got more intimate with Kai. Kai was the next one tempted to open his card and received the power of Divide and Conquer. At the nomination ceremony, Carter threw Alicia and Madeline out into the water and casted the line for Dale. Tonight, Caleb and Frankie of BB16 game return to host one of the most intense Veto competitions of the season. Who will win the Power of Veto and will it be used to save Madeline or Alicia from eviction? Find out right now on Big Brother!

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Water splashes on the screen as various logos was shown from Big Brother, Total Drama and a suitcase filled with green cash as the opening started.

Paulie jumped in and sticked both hands in front of the camera while Madeline did a backflip

Memphis crosses both arms and smiled while Dale played with his game controller

Alicia splashed money at the screen and smiled while Jasmine tipped her hat to the camera

Anna smirked at the camera while Gary adjusted his glasses and tie

Roxanne strummed an electric guitar while Dakota flipped through a book smiling

Kai makes various costume changes while Crystal waved at the camera

Jamie held a finger to her mouth in a shushing motion and smiled while DeShawn caught a basketball

Alex danced and put up peace signs while Carter held his head down, but showed one eye looking at the camera

The Big Brother logo showed as the Total Drama logo slapped itself on the BB logo: Total Drama Big Brother

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Chapter 25- Forged Reasons

Everyone started getting up as Madeline went straight back to the Nature Room.

"Maddie, Maddie, Maddie, please don't be discouraged." Kai pleases as he grabbed her hands.

Normally, Madeline would've scolded Kai on calling her Maddie, but she wasn't in the mood to fight back on it.

"This isn't over. I promise we are going to get through this even if it is just us." Kai promised.

Madeline managed a small smile as she admired Kai's determination. It made him a very unique person in her eyes.

"Right. I don't care if it is just us. We can overcome this together." Madeline stated.

Kai(Actor): This is all Crystal's fault as she started this from the very beginning and put Madeline as the center of attention. She is not to be trusted and I will use my power to make sure that Madeline is safe.

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Paulie, Dale, Kai, Madeline and Jamie were having a round table game of poker.

"I put two chips forward." Dale announced, taking two Connect Four red chips placing them forward.

"I'm folding. Not a good hand." Paulie decided as he laid his cards down.

"It's good that we get to have this down low time. I'm placing a couple numbers out." Jamie stated.

She placed her two cards out with them being a 2 of diamonds and 5 of clubs.

"I'm folding." Kai announces as he laid his hand down.

"I guess I'll play this round." Madeline stated.

She laid out a 3 of hearts and a King of diamonds winning the chips Dale put forth.

"Nice luck, but it's bound to run out." Dale teased.

"I've never played poker before so this is just beginner's luck." Madeline stated with a giggle.

Paulie tosses out two cards to everyone and placed two chips in the center as he checked his cards.

"At least you can't get hurt in this sport." Madeline whispered to Kai.

"It's nice to not be a pain magnet. Simply revolting." Kai stated as he folded.

"I'm folding." Jamie announced.

"I'll do the same." Dale stated.

"I'm laying down. Better hope that luck don't run out Madeline." Paulie challenges as he laid down a 3 of hearts and a Queen of spades.

Madeline nodded and laid down a 3 of diamonds and a Ace of clubs. She grinned taking the chips from the middle as Paulie looked dumbfounded.

Paulie(DJ): How can you be this good if you haven't played before?

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Paulie and Jamie were in the backyard on the hammock.

"How does it feel being the only vet to make it this far?" Jamie asked.

"It feels weird. I was playing too hard last time and trusted the wrong people. Paul and Victor really messed with my plays." Paulie stated.

"What were they like? I don't watch the show enough to know." Jamie stated.

"Paul was a mastermind for the two seasons he played. He actually made final two twice with his wicked gameplay. I'll admit he was too much for me to handle." Paulie explained.

"How do you think it is right now?" Jamie asked.

"It's better. I've got Dale and Alicia as allies while I still have some good friends outside of that." Paulie replied.

Paulie(DJ): I'm in the top 8 and I plan to make it all the way this time. I'm the last vet standing and I'm not gonna be denied total victory.

Jamie(Actress): It's good to know about people's backstories, because you can plan ahead on what to expect down the road. Paulie is going to be the next one gone after we get Alicia our this week.

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The seven houseguests were all in the dining room as Carter stood in front of them.

"The four Have Nots are...Madeline, Alicia, Paulie and Dale. I hope you all have a nice time in the trash bags." Carter stated with an innocent tone.

"That's a very subtle way of saying that." Paulie muttered.

Madeline(Nominee): *rubs her arm* Out of all the people he had to choose, it had to be me with the trifecta alliance. At least Paulie and Dale are nice enough to me.

Alicia(Nominee): Great...squirt is in with us and this couldn't be any badder. Good thing she won't be snuggling with Kai, but she could be stealing Dale from me.

Paulie(DJ): I've had a lot of experience being in this kind of position before so I'm not entirely phased.

Dale(Stock): He is trying to get under my skin, but I won't let him.

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Alicia started to head upstairs to Carter's room as she wanted to talk about possibly getting a certain someone out.

"Yes?" Carter answered when he opened the door.

"I need to talk some strategy with you." Alicia replied.

"I'm not interested." Carter stated as he began closing the door, but Alicia stuck her hand to prevent it from closing all the way.

"Look, I want Madeline out so she can stay away from my Dale. I know with you as HoH, the only that can happen is if you nominate some kind of pawn next to her." Alicia explained.

"You do realize she is into Kai, right?" Carter asked.

"NO! SHE ISN'T!" Alicia screamed as she covered her mouth and blushed.

Alicia made sure no one heard her breathing a sigh of relief and cleared her throat.

"What I mean is...it's a trick to throw people like me off. She's into Dale and I know it." Alicia stated.

Carter(Head of Household): When I get that notebook back, I'm crossing her off the list. Stupidity doesn't deserve final 3.

"Ugh...so you want me to save you with the Veto?" Carter asked.

"That's correct. I'll make sure you don't wind up as a pawn next week as well." Alicia replied with a friendly smile.

Carter(Head of Household): I guess I could entertain this for awhile before I make my move on Dale. I'll save her with the Veto and put Dale up with a compelling reason to go with. I think we all know what that's going to be.

"Alright, I'll use the Veto on you when I win." Carter stated.

"Perfect. I'll see you around." Alicia concluded as she did a little wave and headed downstairs.

Carter closed the door as he snickered to himself devilishly.

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The camera turns to the backyard where Dale and Crystal were swimming in the pool.

Dale(Stock): It's great to just kick back on days off, but I need to be in the Veto competition so I can save Alicia. I'm guessing our target is Crystal since she is starting to become a little unhinged with her power.

"Who are you going to vote for if noms are the same?" Dale asked Crystal.

"I'm voting out Alicia. She really isn't doing anything and I'm not too close with her." Crystal replied.

"I don't wanna vote either out. However, I guess Alicia can be crazy at times. I just don't think Madeline deserves it." Dale added.

"She doesn't and I can't believe I let this game get in the way of our friendship. She wants nothing to do with me." Crystal explained.

"Maybe not voting her off can be a stepping stone back in her trust circle." Dale suggested.

Crystal(Guidance Counselor): I should've just nominated one of the trifecta alliance. I guess someone was leading me on about Madeline being a threat and I fell for it. I hope everyone can forgive me especially her and Kai.

"I just hope it's not too late to make things right." Crystal stated.

"Another thing that's even better is using the Veto on her." Dale suggested.

"That's it! I'll use the Veto on her. That will surely put more trust back in me." Crystal stated.

"You're welcome." Dale concluded.

Dale(Stock): While I will save Alicia, I'm not voting for Madeline to go home unless Paulie is going up. She doesn't deserve it and I'll even say she deserves to be in the finale.

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Madeline did some backflips in the backyard as Kai clapped her on.

"Good show!" Kai exclaimed.

"Thanks." Madeline stated with a blush in her cheeks.

"Surely you have more tricks in your handbag to show." Kai explained, giving her his full attention.

Madeline nodded and did a handstand walking with her hands before dropping down into an instant backflip before running and getting in a cartwheel, a backflip, another backflip and then a finishing spin before standing on her feet.

"Encore! Encore!" Kai cheered as he was virtually impressed.

Kai(Actor): I thought the theater was the only spec of art out there, but you can even find it in sports even if you aren't good at them yourself. Madeline sure impressed me with her acrobatics.

Madeline(Nominee): Having Kai as a big supporter is really helping me cope with being on the block. It's a nice change up from Crystal.

Madeline jumped hitting a front flip into a handstand before bending her and landing back on her feet. She added a little cute bow to finis her performance.

"If I had roses, I would bring throw them straight to you." Kai stated.

Madeline giggled turning so Kai didn't see her blushing face. She turned back and shied away from the scene.

Madeline(Nominee): Stop filming me! I'm blushing really hard and I don't want Kai to see!

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Carter came through the door with a bag filled with names.

"Time to pick Veto players!" Carter announced.

Everyone came inside the living room taking seats on the couches. Alicia and Madeline took their places in the nomination chairs.

"There will only be six players playing in the Veto. The Head of Household, the two nominees and three houseguests selected by random draw. Will both nominees please join me up here." Carter requested.

Alicia and Madeline did as they were told standing next to Carter.

"As HoH, I shall select first." Carter stated as he reaches into the bag.

He swirled the names around before picking up a chip.

"Dale." Carter announced.

Alicia clapped her hands as Dale joined her up front and she threw her hand in automatically choosing a random chip.

"Kai." Alicia announced.

Madeline perked up as her crush came up hugging her as she got to choose the last name.

"Paulie." Madeline announced.

Paulie joined Dale and Alicia slapping fives for them as Jamie and Crystal would sit this one out.

"Big Brother will announce when the competition is to begin. Good luck to everyone!" Carte exclaimed as everyone checked out the competition knowing it was urgent to win Veto.

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Everyone was doing separate things when the doorbell rang. Everyone looked at each other before heading up front.

Dale(Stock): We hear the doorbell go off and I don't know what to expect. Maybe some people returning? Maybe some sort of luxury challenge? What is going on?

The door opened to reveal a short blonde-haired with pink highlights indivdual. He had on a white shirt with a black hashtag on it with black pants and sneakers. Following him in was a short brown-haired man with a brown cowboy hat, a blue flannel shirt, jeans and brown cowboy boots.

"We're here!" Frankie announced as he and Caleb came through.

The houseguests were surprised as they began hugging the BB16 legends.

Jamie(Actress): OMG! It's Frankie, Ariana Grande's brother, from BB16! He was one of my all-time favorites!

Jamie excitedly hugged Caleb and then Frankie as Kai joined a hugged with Frankie.

Kai(Actor): It's quite a surprise to see Frankie and Caleb here. I hope it isn't what I think it is…

"Wassup man." Caleb stated as he hugged Paulie.

Paulie(DJ): Frankie and Caleb from my bro's season...surprised to see them here. I hope they aren't joining us in the game.

"Why are you guys here?" Dale asked.

"Well, we are here to host the Veto competition. This is an endurance challenge so we want to make sure you all are in tip top shape." Frankie replied doing funny workout poses.

"You don't become Beast Mode slouching so let's do some warmup jogging." Caleb stated as he led the line to the backyard.

The houseguests and two vets jogged around the backyard switching to ten push-ups as Kai and Dale were struggling due to their statures. Then, 10 jumping jacks, 20 sit-ups, 30 more push-ups, planking and then 10 high knees.

Dale(Stock): *breathing hard and coughs* I've never done that much exercise...ever.

Kai(Actor): Lords from the heavens…*inhales*...please have mercy...on my poor soul.

Frankie(BB16 Houseguest): It's so great to be back hosting a comp and getting to see some new friends. I'm just saying some could have better work ethic. *rolls eyes*

"Alright, time to get changed and get to the backyard." Caleb stated.

Paulie(DJ): I'm the only vet remaining which means I need to start picking up wins. Last week, I did well and I hope to save Alicia, but that means Dale is next one up. Hopefully, I can prevent him going home even if Madeline is the unfortunate one.

Madeline(Nominee): It's on me and Kai to win this saving me from eviction. Either Paulie or Crystal needs to go up. That way, we can focus on getting one threat out the door.

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The six players came outside as the backyard was transformed into an obstacle course. There was a spinner, jumping pads, web wall, monkey bars, rope wall, and another rope to swing over to a red platform with a display case holding the Power of Veto.

"Welcome to the B.B. Obstacle Course! Time to see how fast and how much you can handle in this overwhelming challenge. You did will be strapped into the Dizzy Spinner before strolling over to the Leap Pads. Cross all three pads and get over to the Spider Web. Crawl across the wall without falling and transfer over to the Monkey Bars. Shimmy across all five to the Rope Wall where you have to get over. The Leap of Faith is your final obstacle as the houseguest to successfully land on the platform wins the Power of Veto! Let's play "Endurance to Veto!" Caleb explained.

Crystal and Jamie helped strap everyone in as each tries keeping down their lunch. The air horn sounded as everyone started spinning already feeling the effects. After about two minutes, they unstrapped themselves and headed for the pads.

"I'm so dizzy." Kai stated as he instantly went down as Madeline helped him up.

Kai and Madeline jumped one at a time across the pads before heading over to the Spider Web. Kai tripped falling into the wall and groaning. Alicia made her way to the pads after getting her head on straight easily making it pass the pads. Carter made it to the pads as he took a deep breath making it through. Dale threw up off screen.

Dale(Stock): *gurgling and vomit sounds could be heard as Dale has a trash can* Oh….

Madeline was halfway across the wall taking her time as others started. Madeline easily gets to the other end. Kai falls off as he encourages Madeline to move on.

Kai(Actor): Of course my mind is racing and I'm not feeling well. I need to rest.

Alicia makes her across the wall as she joins Madeline over at the Monkey Bars. Alicia takes the lead as she passes over the bars with ease smirking back at Madeline.

Alicia(Nominee): I just want to savor the moment when I beat Miss Little Boyfriend Stealer.

Dale gets his head back on as he approaches the pads. He chokes on the first one having to restart. Alicia makes it over to the rope wall beginning to climb. She makes it over grabbing the final rope. Carter slips on the Spider Web going off the wall. Dale tried again on the pads, but stops on the second to throw up falling off. Frankie and Caleb look away in disgust.

"I did not need to see that." Frankie stated.

Carter fell again on the wall as he couldn't get a good grip. Alicia falls off the Leap of Faith missing entirely off to the side. Carter again falls off the Spider Web as do many others that have made it over. Paulie loses his grip on the Web falling off as well. Dale crawls over the final pad onto the next obstacle as he lays there for a few.

Alicia(Nominee): Poor Dale! I have to help him.

Alicia did a bold move and ran over to help Dale up cradling him. Dale was getting help from Paulie as they crossed the Spider Web together making it to the end. Carter just happened to join them.

Carter(Head of Household): Curses! I forgot that Alicia and Paulie are big supporters for Dale. I need to get far and throw the game so it looks like I'm not trying hard.

Dale feels the energy and gets passed the Monkey Bars as Madeline fell again.

Madeline(Nominee): The pressure is really getting to me and it keeps messing me up on the bars. Alicia has this look of triumph on her face and she looks to win any minute.

Kai gets over the Spider Web as he runs over to the bars. Alicia took the leap of faith and got the platform.

"Congratulations, Alica, you have won the Power of Veto!" Frankie exclaimed.

Alicia lifted up the case and grabbed the Veto holding it in the air.

Alicia(Nominee/Veto Holder): I won! I can't believe it! I can't believe it!

Madeline(Nominee): The pressure of the competition got heavy on me and I let myself down. This really sucks.

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Paulie was running on the treadmill while Dale was wrapped in a towel.

"Feeling any better, Dale?" Paulie asked.

"I'm still woozy." Dale replied as he kept his head up.

"Lay down and try to get some sleep." Paulie stated.

Dale laid down and cozied up letting his stomach settle.

Paulie(DJ): I feel bad for Dale having to go through with that and he pushed himself too hard. However, this opens up that me or him is going on the block next. I want it to be me, because I know I can get the votes to stay. Sorry for Maddie, but I want to win.

Paulie got off and switched to weights as he began doing some reps.

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The camera switches to the Nature Room as Madeline was crying. Kai hugged her tightly as he rubbed her head softly.

"It is quite alright, Madeline." Kai stated.

"It's not, Kai! I lost our chance to stay in the house and I could be going home next." Madeline whined.

"Why would you give up this early when the eviction hasn't even happened?" Kai asked as he got up.

"Why fight it, Kai? I'm done." Madeline replied.

"That's not the Madeline I know. The Madeline I know would keep fighting even if she was the one to get the boot. The Madeline I know would keep going even if it ended her game. The Madeline I know wouldn't give up our an irrelevant loss." Kai motivated.

Madeline looked up in shock at the words coming from Kai. She never seen him this way before.

"Don't throw this all away, because it seems like it's over. Throw it away when it is all over." Kai stated.

"But the votes are heavily against me." Madeline excused.

"What votes? Alicia and Dale and/or Paulie? One of them is going up next to you and that's only two votes. Jamie will save you, I will save you and Crystal might be the dealbreaker." Kai explained.

"Exactly my point. She'll vote me out to spite both of us." Madeline stated as she wiped her eyes.

"Hmmmm, I'll talk with her if you won't. That's a 3-2 vote and the other person goes home." Kai stated.

Kai(Actor): A knight in shining armor doesn't play the cards on the table or simply score a touchdown knowingly. I have my temptation to remove two votes so Madeline won't be going anywhere.

"Just don't give it up." Kai stated as he touches her shoulders.

"Fine...you always know how to keep me going." Madeline commented with a small smile.

"Honey, I work in theater and we have understudies for a reason. The proper response is the show must go on." Kai stated.

Madeline got up and grabbed Kai pulling him in and kissing him square on the lips. Kai closed his eyes shocked out of his mind before they broke for some air.

"That was better than I imagined." Madeline cooed.

"Dear heavens…" Kai stated.

Kai(Actor): For so long my heart belonged to the stage...now, my heart must return to me so that Madeline may grace it with her gentle hands.

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Alicia walked across the living room as she stopped at the Memory Wall grabbing the Veto and putting it over her neck.

"Everyone, time for the Veto meeting." Alicia stated.

Everyone came in as they sat down on the couches and Madeline sat down in one of the nomination chairs.

"This is the Veto meeting. Me and Madeline has been nominated for eviction, but with the Power of Veto, I can save just one of us. Of course, I have to save myself. Carter, since I have vetoed one of your nominations, you must choose a replacement nominee to take my place." Alicia announced as she went to sit down near Dale.

Carter got up and shook his head standing with his back turned before turning around.

"My plans are my own. Of course, there always changes made to those plans. With that being said, I had this one person in mind to trap on one of those chairs and he hides a dark secret only I know. He wants to put everyone out of the game except three people. Dale, you've been caught." Carter explained.

Dale got up as the notebook came out of his back pocket. Paulie grabbed it as he searched the contents seeing everyone's name crossed out except for Alicia, Kai and Jamie.

"What the hell?!" Paulie screamed.

"Paulie…" Dale tried answering as Paulie just threw the notebook across the house and stomped off.

"After everything, Dale! After everything!" He yelled as he slammed the door to the Legends Room.

Dale glared back at Carter as Carter showed him to his new place. Dale sighed as he took a stroll seating down in the next seat. Alicia was confused as she got up and went to the box.

"Um...I guess this concludes the Veto Meeting." Alicia stated as she closed the box.

Everyone started to get up as Alicia ran over to comfort a crying Dale.

Alicia(Celebrity): I know that Carter has something to do with this. Sweet Dale would never turn his back on anyone.

Kai hugged Madeline as they went back to the Nature Room.

Madeline(Nominee): Whatever that was all about, it could be my ticket out of eviction. I need to talk with Crystal even if it kills me to do so.

Carter snickered to himself picking up his notebook and tucking it away.

Carter(Head of Household): Checkity, check, check, checkity, check, check, checkity, checkity, check, check! Bye Dale!

Who will be evicted from the Big Brother House: Dale or Madeline? Plus, it's one week of Big Brother packed in an hour as we have another double eviction night! Stay tuned to see which two houseguests get sent off to the Jury Thursday 9/8c on Big Brother!

A/N: Carter's plan is in full motion and we could be seeing the end for Dale. Anyway, Dale's eviction could be classified as unfair, but I do have a question to pose.

Which Total Drama eliminations in the past(TDBB included) do you guys think were unfair? Here's my list:

Trent(Island and Action)

LeShawn(Island)

Lindsay(Island)

Courtney(Island)

Geoff(Island)

Owen(Action)

Gwen(Action)

Noah(World Tour)

Cody(World Tour)

B(Revenge of the Island)

Dawn(Revenge of the Island)

Brick(Revenge of the Island)

Scott(All-Stars)

Max(Pahkitew Island)

Ella(Pahkitew Island)

Zoey(TDBB 1)

Dottie(TDBB 2)