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Luis...

Luis...

Hey, Luis… Sir Luis!

So, Sir, have you decided where we're going?

Sir Luis!

How did you know my name?

Seriously?

We've been talking for a while now, remember?

You said we’d just drive around for now,

since you still don’t know where we’re headed.

You even told me about

your ex, Leila, right?

Why would I do that?

I don’t even know you!

What?

You okay? Are you high or drunk?

Sorry, sir.

Sir?

Name's Lennon.

- Lennon? As in… - As in.

Yes, that Lennon, no one else.

That's fine, maybe you're still spaced out.

It’s normal.

My passengers often tell me stories.

Like they're confessing.

I don't know why, but...

People easily feel at ease with me.

Maybe because...

I have an angelic face.

What do you think?

Sure, if you say so.

Just relax.

I used to be like that too.

Just quiet but...

I knew...

I was searching for something.

Sorry.

What I went through was just something else.

I almost drowned.

Oh no!

What happened, man?

Sometimes, you think your life is just normal.

You're not really looking, or waiting for anything.

But then you come across something new.

That’s when you realize,

something's missing all along.

Hey, Luis. Come inside.

Bless me, Manang Ellie.

When was the last time we saw each other?

I think you were only thirteen back then, right?

I’m sorry I wasn’t able to come home

when Manang Leony passed away.

I was really short on money at the time.

It's okay, we understand.

Come, I'll tour you around the house.

Alright, just a quick reminder,

your job is simple...

clean and do repairs around the old house.

It’s being put up for sale next month.

Um...

Like I said in the text,

the owner’s niece still lives in the room upstairs.

All you need to do is bring Loida her meals at six o'clock.

And whatever you do, don’t meddle in her personal life.

Understood? Okay, see you in two weeks.

Uh...

Shouldn’t you at least introduce us?

No need.

She knows you’re coming.

And I already showed her your picture.

Okay? And...

And she doesn’t really talk to anyone.

Luis, you're here because I trust you.

Respect her and take good care of her.

Here, for your expenses.

Thank you.

Allow me.

Oh, and don't mind the occasional rustling sounds, okay?

Don't be scared, there are no ghosts here.

There are some people who can't be alone.

Can't live in a house alone.

Can't eat or drink alone.

They always need someone with them.

I'm not like that.

I enjoy talking to myself when I'm alone.

The more... the messier.

Life was so different back then.

I often dreamt but I had no plans.

Whatever comes was fine with me.

I knew I wouldn't get tired of it.

I was content.

It's okay to be with someone but...

I don't need a serious relationship

I don't like making promises.

Others are full of of words.

But no action.

I don't know but even if we went along well...

Somehow I knew it wasn't going to last.

Ma'am Loida.

Ma'am Loida.

Here’s your food.

Anybody home?

Manang Ellie!

Manang Ellie!

- Who's that? - Anybody home?

Who are you?

I’m Lina.

I brought the chocolates she asked for.

I think she’s taking them home to her family in Leyte.

Oh no, you just missed her.

She left yesterday.

Oh, really? What a pity.

Wait, who are you?

I'm Luis, her nephew.

Oh, so you're the one she mentioned would be staying here.

Wait.

What do we do with this?

This is good!

It's imported.

Problem is how will Manang Ellie pay for it?

Hey, I don’t have money for this, okay?

I'm not charging you, right?

Where do you live?

Just across, Sunset Drive.

Manang Ellie's old, but still loves chocolate.

That's why we get along so well.

I love Kisses.

What?

Kisses... Chocolates!

I know right.

Shit!

Shit!

Come here!

- What's wrong? - Come on!

- Shit! Get down! - What's wrong?

Shh! Just get down!

There he is...

- Don't move. - Who's that guy?

Just stay quiet, listen and follow what I say.

Shh!

Who was that?

Stop asking! Just listen to me.

Just follow me.

Oops, he's still there, he's still there.

Luis…

What's her name?

She's pretty,

Loida.

Laya (Freedom).

What?

Her name is Laya.

Even her name is pretty.

Luis!

Luis!

Open the gate!

Luis!

- Hey, what's up? - It's Kado.

Damn, he's drunk again.

Who's Kado?

My husband.

What? You’re married?

I told you that.

No, you didn’t.

So, what are you doing here?

There he is! Come here!

Hurry up! Come on!

What happened?

You're already married, what are you even doing here?

Shh! Stay quiet.

Is there a problem?

He's drunk again.

Be quiet, or we'll get caught.

Where are those animals?

Wait 'til I catch you!

Damn you!

What are you doing here anyway? I don’t even like you.

[screaming]

Who was that?

I don't know. You should go home.

Go home, go on!

But I'm not done yet.

- What was that? - Just go! Go home!

[screaming]

[screaming]

[screaming]

[screaming]

Loida!

Stop it!

Calm down!

I don't know...

I think I had a nightmare.

She had a bad dream.

Someone bad...

- took advantage of her. - Took advantage of me...

I'm hungry.

Why are you locking yourself up?

It's not that...

Then why don’t you ever come out?

Too much chaos.

Too much noise.

That goes for everyone.

So? You're just staying here?

I’ve seen it all anyway.

Everything? Are you sure?

Yes.

Even things I wish I hadn’t.

You know what…

You and Laya...

You are the same.

Eat some more.

Finish it.

Have you fed Laya already?

You're just trying to make small talk.

Yes, Laya has eaten already.

She said she’s been taking care of Laya since she was a kid.

Her mom gave Laya to her when she had to stop going to school

because of her asthma.

Just so she’d have something to do...

and someone to be with.

I suspected

her Mom just replaced the fish each time it died.

Turns out goldfish live long.

If you take good care of them.

[chattering]

Stop that!

I knew it, you're the one…

I began to like Loida's aquarium.

Sometimes I didn’t want to leave there too.

You ever tell her how you feel?

Or about your dreams?

No way!

You think I'm crazy?

I don't want to risk ruining our friendship.

Just when things were finally starting to get better.

It felt like we were floating.

You really are crazy.

What?

Nothing. Keep going.

I can't just keep on dreaming.

Sometimes, things have to be real.

You've had a lot of dreams.

You've also had a lot of nightmares.

But I will not forget

the first time you woke up.

Shit! My parents are here!

- Hi, mommy. - God bless you.

- Hi, daddy. - Hello.

By the way, this is Luis.

We're working on a project together.

I’ll leave with you.

What?

Are you crazy?

After all that happened to us?

Happened to us?

You're over reacting.

That hurt.

So, who was that girl earlier?

Ugh!

Your aunt, seriously, what a character!

The plan was clear.

You know?

We were supposed to go home together.

Then she went ahead.

You'd think she’s the older one!

She's really getting forgetful.

So... how’s life treating you here?

I’m doing okay.

There’s not really much to do here,

just a bit of tidying up, that’s all.

You've actually cleaned up a lot!

Last time I was here, it was such a mess.

How about...

The, uh...

- That... That young lady? - Oh! You mean, Loida?

- Yes! - She's okay.

Yeah, Loida!

You know...

I pity her.

It’s not like there’s anything wrong with her mentally.

She probably just went through some tough times before.

Even the owner never really told us what happened.

She’s scared to go out.

Were you able to talk to her?

No. That's just the way I see it.

Just the way you see it, huh?

You know, it's a good thing that you're family.

That's why your Manang Ellie trusts you.

If she didn't, you wouldn't be here.

So Luis, watch over this house carefully.

Especially that girl upstairs.

She's still young.

You know...

Like Manoy used to say...

Do you know Manoy?

- Do you? - Yes.

He said...

A woman is to be respected

and placed on a pedestal.

Always remember that.

Yes.

You know,

this takes me back to your aunt, Lucresia.

You never got to meet her.

You know....

I respected her... placed her on a pedestal.

We never had children.

She longed...

to come here to Manila.

Me... I just wanted the quiet life back home.

Until...

She wanted to escape,

to be free.

And then one day,

she just vanished from my world completely.

How old was she when she died?

Huh? Who said she died?

She left me!

She just disappeared!

She left me!

Oh, I'm sorry.

Now you know.

She left me.

She left me!

Sorry… I really thought she died.

To all those who were left behind.

To those who were left behind.

Haven't we been pouring the scalding and bitter taste

of our blackest brews in a stone cup such as this?

No matter how many times our tongues get burned,

or saccharine forgetfulness has not prevented us

from seeking the comfort of its rim

in nights of cold lamentations...

Take care.

Screw you! Get a hold of yourself!

Have some shame!

Watch yourself, you said you’ll take good care of her!

You said you’ll watch out for her, don’t mess this up!

Watch yourself!

Loida?

Loida?

Loida?

Loida?

Loida?

Sir, have you seen a lady in white dress?

No, I haven't. Sorry.

- I'm also lost. - Okay.

Sir, have you seen a lady in white dress?

Me? Sir? And who is she?

- She's Loida. - I don't know her.

Fair-skinned… She's wearing a white dress.

I don't know her. Who is she?

Never mind, thanks anyway.

- Here! Come on, drink up! - No way, man!

It's your turn!

- Just do it! - Come on!

Miss, did you see a lady pass by here?

She's wearing a white dress.

Are you buying anything?

- No, no. - Do you know Loida?

Leave if you're not buying!

Never mind, thanks.

- Don't waste it, man! - Yeah!

When you attend college, you'll drink eventually too.

Excuse me, Sir, have you seen a woman wearing a white dress?

- Have you seen her? - She’s fair-skinned and pretty.

- We don’t know anyone like that. - We don't. Come on, take a shot!

- I'm good, I'm good. - Come on, man!

[chattering]

That guy doesn't want a shot!

What happened then?

Damn it, I can't find her anywhere!

What? On the street, in the yard... at the neighbor’s place?

Sir, you’re not listening,

I’ve already gone through all of those places!

Why are you locking yourself up?

No, I'm not.

Then why don’t you ever come out?

Too much chaos.

Too much noise.

I've seen it all anyway.

Everything?

Are you sure?

Yes.

Even things I wish I hadn’t.

Hey, what are you doing here?

Hey! You animal!

You’re the one messing around with my wife, you bastard.

You both made a fool out of me!

Screw you!

Who are you anyway?

- I don’t even know you! - Damn it, Kado!

Why are you causing trouble here?

I swear, I’ll take you on, you piece of shit!

Don’t cause trouble, okay?

- I’m so sick and tired of your behavior. - Babe!

- Why are you even here, huh? - Babe! Babe!

You son of a bitch!

Babe! I'm sorry, babe!

Babe, please!

- Don't interrupt-- - Don’t you dare cause trouble!

Who is he?

Why do you keep asking questions?

- What’s it to you? - No, no!

Do whatever you want, I don’t care!

- Babe, I'm sorry. Babe! - Damn you!

Wait!

She tried to break free.

She gave the outside world one more chance.

But she was disappointed by what she saw.

She drowned in it.

When you finally wake up from an illusion,

you realize it was never really meant for you.

And when everything starts to come true,

you start to wonder... Am I just dreaming?

Sometimes, you think your life is just normal,

that you’re not really looking for, or waiting for anything.

But then you come across something new,

and that’s when you realize,

something's been missing all along.

Loida!

Loida!

I hope you're happy now...

in your new world.

Here...

So you have someone to talk to.

- This is my stop. - Okay. We're here, Sir Luis.

Here you go.

Oh.

Thank you!

- Thanks. - Sir Luis.

Remember...

Always keep your head above water.

Thanks.

I don’t think Sir Lennon believes my story.

But then again... who does?

Forgot where I heard that...

That you can survive without love,

but not without water.

I’m not so sure…

It doesn’t really seem true.