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There!

Look at her dress!

Hey!

Hey!

Why is it lagging?

Our internet sucks.

Don't let Uncle hear you saying that.

He's just upgraded to Plan 999.

-Maybe someone's downloading something. -Downloading?

Oh, it's Ms. Berta.

-Hi, Ms. Berta. -Hi, Rose.

-There! -It's him!

-Hey! -What are you doin'?

I'm burning a CD.

-Really, now? -Yes.

Do that later. We're watching the Mara San Andres debut.

Why should I care?

-What? -I don't care.

You don't care, huh?

-You don't care? -Rose!

-Rose! -It's back on, Rose!

-This is it! -Almost there!

-Wait. -Hurry, there. It's almost there.

-There it is! -There it goes!

She's gonna turn around.

-Almost there! -Almost there!

-There! -Hey!

Bummer!

Hey, sweetheart. Don't look so grumpy.

And your Aunt Kakai offered me a job managing her resort.

Are we staying with Aunt Kakai?

Probably not.

There might be an internet café nearby.

And could you please take off those sunglasses?

The sun's not even out.

Let's go.

Shocker!

You're so pretty.

You're such a cutie.

You just don't try too hard, but you're pretty, okay?

Sweetie.

You could spend forever looking in the mirror,

but your face won't change.

Dad, seriously? You're such a buzzkill.

That pretty face of yours…

You didn't even let me finish.

-Really? You were just pulling my leg. -You're blushing.

It would've been okay, except for the hair.

It's all stuck to your forehead. So greasy.

No, it's not.

I'll buy some supplies in town later.

Tell me if you need shampoo, conditioner, whatever.

No need, Dad.

I've got it. I'm getting paid at the shop soon.

Wait. Didn't you say you were saving that money for your debut?

I am.

Then I've got this one covered.

-Yes. -Really, now?

Hey! You're the best, Dad!

Love you, Dad! Thank you!

What's going on?

-Perfect timing! -Why?

What is it? Hey!

Move!

What's going on?

What on earth? I can't see anything.

-What does he look like? -He looks like Jack!

-Jack! -Who's Jack?

The guy from Titanic!

-Leonardo DiCaprio? -Yes, girl.

Don't mess with me. He's my crush.

He's mine.

Hey! Stop screaming!

Ms. Melai!

Don't scream at Ms. Melai!

Ms. Melai!

Would you-- Stop screaming!

-What's going on? -Ms. Melai.

What's going on? Is somebody jabbing someone with a pen again?

No, Ms. Melai. Nothing's going on.

They said the guy from Titanic--

What?

Leonardo DeCapre?

It's "Caprio."

Caprio!

-Ms. Melai. -Caprio! Caprio!

-Let's go to the garden. The garden. -Okay.

Leonardo!

He asked me a question!

He touched my hand.

I think he likes me!

Leonardo!

There you go.

Camellia and dahlia, I placed you two together.

When you finally bloom, you'll be gorgeous as heck, right?

Brand-new soil and everything.

-Nice. That's really nice. -Hey.

Don't be surprised if they talk back to you.

My mother said we should treat them like our own kids.

Talk to them and take care good of them.

Do you have a lot of plants at home?

We do. Especially when Mom was still here.

That's all she ever did, tend to the garden.

-I can see that you take after her. -Yeah.

Even in looks.

Oh, amnesia! I forgot the fertilizer behind the tree!

Ms. Melai, I'll go get it.

-Really? -Don't worry.

Go ahead then.

It's over there in a jute sack. You can't miss it.

-I'll get it. -Thank you.

Girl, he's gone!

You guys, head left. You guys, head right. Okay?

What about a secret code?

Just scream.

Which way are you going?

-Yeah. -I'm staying here.

In your dreams! Come on.

Back at ya. Later!

This stinks.

Not looking…

For my scholarship.

What a jerk.

You keep saying "shit"!

You're shit!

I said it's fertilizer. Get over yourself!

You've got some nerve. You're the one who ran into me.

You're really cocky! I know every student here.

With one snap of my fingers, they'll be waiting for you outside.

You'll get what's coming to you. You're done.

One snap and you're done!

It's your fault!

Watch your mouth!

Hey, man.

Are you from around here?

You idiot, speak English.

So it's true, foreigners don't shower every day, huh?

Smells like sweat.

No!

Smells like shit. Like when you step on poop on the road.

-Gross! -Who are you calling "shit," huh?

What the…

Causing trouble here too?

-Tell him, Rose! -What now?

Who are you calling "shit girl"?

Did someone shit on you? You smell just like him!

This guy ran into me while I was carrying fertilizer.

We got covered in fertilizer.

This idiot. And now he's blaming me.

You've got some nerve. You sure think a lot of yourself, huh?

I work here.

I was already working here before you moved in, you colonizer!

-Colonizer-- -Don't curse here, okay?

No cursing allowed here. Get out.

"I'm not leaving"? Out!

You've got some nerve.

There you go. You paid, huh?

Big guy crying over ten pesos. Here's your ten pesos.

-Get out! -Out.

-Boss? -He said "boss"!

He's asking for the boss!

I'm manning the shop, the boss.

Nothing you can do. Go home!

Go home!

-Go home, shit boy! -You stink!

-Even the customers can't stand it. -You stink!

-That's you. You stink! -Go home, shit!

Go home, shit boy!

-You stink. -You smell like shit.

You stink!

Yes?

Oh, dear. We don't have cereal. I haven't had time to go grocery shopping.

They only have danggit at the store.

Thanks.

Because?

You know, Jordan,

if you keep acting like that, you won't ever be able to settle in.

Has he replied yet?

When he replies.

You're gonna be late for school. You have to go now. Go.

You left your lunch. Jordan.

Miss, can you please help me reach the chocolate drink?

I can't reach the shelf.

Hey! I was here first! That's mine!

That's mine. I was going to buy it.

I asked for help 'cause I couldn't reach it. Give it to me.

You're such a bully!

Think you're hot?

"Think you're hot?"

What?

All you do is say "fuck," huh?

All you do is say "shit." Always cussing.

Don't you have parents to teach you manners?

Hey, that's mine!

You just wasted it.

That's taken. They're just in the restroom.

They're coming back.

Go ahead.

Ms. Berta!

You know the drill. One hour for me.

You got it. Go ahead, it's yours.

Go on, Ms. Berta.

She's a regular. She made a reservation.

You don't have a reservation, do you?

You want me to tell the barangay? I'll tell the barangay.

-You'll tell what? -I'll tell the barangay.

Barangay. You heard me.

Barangay! Come. I'll go with you to the barangay.

I'll report you to the barangay because you stole my chocolate drink.

-What? You remember that? -Chocolate?

None of your business. It's about that.

See this?

You better watch out. I can have you beaten up.

These guys will beat you up if you don't leave.

You see that? You better leave now.

I feel sorry for you. Go home.

Hey. Why is your shirt soaked?

Do you want me to talk to the attendant?

Your Aunt Kakai knows the owner.

We can't afford that yet, honey.

I'm just starting out at the resort.

We need to buy the essentials first.

Has he replied yet?

Your dad hasn't answered you in ten years!

Ms. Berta!

-Rose! -Looking perfect.

You might need to extend beyond an hour. You two look good together.

-Really, now? -A perfect match.

-How much time do you have left? -Thirty minutes.

Okay, 30 minutes. You too.

Wait, hang on. I'm almost done.

He's been out there since this morning.

This is taking forever to load.

He said he'd wait no matter how long it takes.

Persistent, isn't he?

Let's see how long he can last.

-Thanks. -It's all here.

Rose, maybe Mr. Blondie has something important to do online.

He's been waiting there for a while now.

Yeah, Rose. Let him use a computer.

Poor guy.

Are you that heartless, Rose?

I swear, you three. You're quick to switch sides.

-Hurry. -Sit there.

Go sit there.

What? He just left.

It hasn't even been five minutes.

Is that it?

Yeah. That was quick.

Are you okay, honey?

I was just thinking about our weird American customer, Dad.

Tess's son.

Good-looking kid, huh?

Not really.

-You find him cute, right? -No.

See? Your nostrils are flaring.

No, Dad. That's crazy talk. No, really.

-Gotcha. -No.

You see, Dad,

he keeps trying to get into Green Skies.

I'm telling you.

But he doesn't even do anything there. He just sends emails.

He doesn't even use Friendster.

Doesn't play games. Doesn't go on YM.

That means those things don't matter to him.

Maybe what matters is the person he's emailing.

Maybe it's his dad.

You know, sweetie, it's not easy being away from someone you love.

Like you and Mom?

That's different. Your mother and I are doing well.

Your mom calls me every day.

And I know she'll come home. She'll come back.

But in Jordan's case, it might not be the same.

So you should try to be more understanding.

Okay, tilt your head up.

I'll get some ice.

Why is your nose bleeding again?

Maybe I'm just not used to being nice, Dad.

Tilt your head back.

Seriously, you… Where's the towel?

-Rose. -It's Rose.

Come sit with us.

Hey.

In the middle of the battle

Of the guitar strings

No yesterday, no tomorrow

This moment is ours

We're not leaving

See?

I'm done, I'm done with drama

I'm done, I'm done with drama

I'm done, I'm done with drama

I'm done, I'm done with drama

Can I borrow a moment?

Maybe, just maybe

Later, when I get home

I'll have a smile on my face

I'll lock away

All the anger, the boredom

Inside the capsule

That was so cool!

-Are you in a band? -That was cool!

What's wrong?

You look like you'd fit right in. You're good.

I'm surprised you understand any of it. The lyrics are all in Tagalog.

Aren't you the English-speaking type?

Lots of people ask to burn GSK songs at the shop.

I know all their songs by heart.

But every time I play them, I always get in trouble with Dad.

He tells me to turn it off.

I'm done, I'm done with drama

I'm done, I'm done with drama

Later, when I get home

I'll have a smile on my face

You're alone here, right? This seat was empty.

You look kind of lonely, so I'll sit with you.

I'm not lonely. I'm fine.

You want one?

Are you going to Green Skies?

"Maybe"? Why don't you just admit it?

I don't get it. I'm not lonely, okay? I'm fine.

It was a joke. You're so dramatic.

No. I just wanted to say sorry.

You know what I mean.

Come on, I already apologized, don't make me explain it.

You get it.

Gibo and the others told me. Take it up with them.

Spying? Don't be silly.

You should.

So he can come get you already.

I'll be rid of a headache.

This is a lot.

I gotta hand it to you.

I admire your persistence.

And he still hasn't replied?

Maybe that email address isn't even his.

Maybe it's someone else's.

Maybe he's busy.

Or maybe he forgot to reply?

I don't know. Maybe he's annoyed?

You went a little overboard with the emails.

When was the last time you saw him?

Wow.

That's a long time.

You still want to go with him?

Why, what's so special about the US?

Hasn't it crossed your mind?

What if you miss your friends here in the Philippines?

That's what I thought.

That's what I thought.

You know, I just thought of something.

Maybe your dad doesn't like you because you sound desperate.

I get it.

But look, Gela's group. You don't like them, right?

Because they're desperate for your attention.

You just don't want to feel obligated to pay attention to them. See?

No. Nothing like that.

Right? Like, even if you want to talk to him,

you're not going to give him any responsibility. Right?

You're always pushing back. Forget it! Let's drop it.

Forget it. Don't talk to me.

You know?

That you have something going on.

You asked the right person.

See that? That photo? Do you know Mr. Chito?

That's him right there. That's Mr. Chito.

You see, Mr. Chito is now the councilor.

And he's also my uncle.

He's the owner of Green Skies.

But he won the seat because of me.

I helped him.

I did his campaign poster and his campaign jingle.

Oh, so I'm a scammer. No chips for you.

This isn't a scam.

I don't charge much, anyway.

Come on.

I'm saving up for my deboo.

Deboo?

Debut. Deboo. Same thing.

Hey. It's not that shallow.

Don't you know that it's every Filipina's dream?

There you go again, so arrogant.

Don't act so superior.

You're American, and yet you're here putting up with this.

Whatever. You talk too much.

Just help me with my debut expenses,

and I'll help you with your dad.

Fine. Money back if it doesn't work.

Money-back guarantee.

Yes? What do you say?

Come on.

Just like Sandara Park's song, "Are you in or out?"

Shake on it.

Great choice. Now, this is yours.

You have to stop when your head starts ach…

-Dad. -Your daughter is here.

Your mom wants to talk to you.

Hi, Mom. I miss you, Mom.

I love you, Mom. I love you so, so much.

Wow! That's so nice to hear, sweetheart.

You're in a good mood, huh?

It's nothing, Mom. I just have a new side hustle.

Honey, I'm not working my ass off here for you to keep hustling over there.

Mom, promise me

that you'll be here for my debut.

Of course.

Wait. Do you already have a list of guys to dance with you?

Really, Mom? A list?

Of course!

Look for the good-looking ones.

Dad, Mom wants me to look for good-looking guys.

That's what we need to do to get your dad's attention.

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3. BECOME FAMOUS AND BE SEEN ON LIVE TV

I spent the whole night planning this.

You better choose your next words carefully.

You're being so negative again. You're against everything.

Leave it to me. I'll handle it.

There.

What?

Don't worry. Anyway, I already have a plan.

I'm gonna make you the next student body president.

That's what you think.

There.

"I love you."

Just say it.

"I love you!"

Shout it!

I love you.

Let's get to work.

Easy there, Rose. We're not getting paid here.

Right.

Oh, so you want me to bill Jordan? That's what you're saying.

Hold on. Jordan!

Jordan, it looks like your armpits are dirty.

Check them.

This is what I mean. Let's get to work, work, work!

Vote for Jordan. Tell your…

Perfect! Come here, Casey.

Hold this. You're tall, right?

When our friends get here, give them these.

Tell them to vote for Jordan.

-After the election-- -Rose.

Okay. Thank you. Take care.

What is it?

I'm handing out flyers and balloons.

Why?

Whatever.

Let's take a photo.

So pretty.

So pretty.

That dress is gorgeous.

-So pretty! -It'd look great on you.

I was hoping you'd give me a discount since we're friends.

Okay, I'll tell my mom.

-Promise? -Yes.

By the way, why isn't Jordan with you?

If I bring him, will you give me a bigger discount?

It's not that!

No. It's just, how will he try this on for the Miting de Avance?

I'll take care of that. I'll just guess his size.

That idiot is busy practicing his speech.

-His speech? -His speech.

Okay. Rose?

Hasn't Jordan asked you out yet?

You two are always together.

Yuck! Not gonna happen. That's gross!

-No? -No, nothing like that.

That's never gonna happen.

I'm just helping him with the elections.

I'm not even sure if we're friends.

If you say so.

You'll break our Jordanatics' hearts.

Jordanatics!

Anyway, if this doesn't fit, return it, and we'll find another one.

Kidding.

Of course.

It's a tight race.

I thought it'd be a landslide.

What makes you so sure? You're that confident?

We might fall flat on our faces.

Five to go.

That's it!

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Hey. Take it easy. They might think you've lost it.

Now?

Too bad. The shop's closed today.

They're fixing the modem.

Yes.

Don't worry, I'll open early tomorrow.

Then you can send your dad an email right away.

Sure, so you can send your email. I got you.

Hey, what are you doing?

You're asking for a punch. Ouch!

You'll break it.

My side hurts. It's all your fault.

I got dizzy. You're so annoying!

You went and spun me around.

You're overreacting. I'm just a little dizzy.

Ah, you pick things up quick.

If I were in Manila with my dad, I think I'd be working much earlier.

Because I could do what the kids on Ang TV were doing.

Star Circle Quest. Kids.

The kids version, I could do that. I'd be a star and we'd be rich by now.

Yes, of course. Imagine modeling for Moose Gear?

Then they'd get you to endorse hot dog brands.

They're lucky, right? A year's supply of free hot dogs.

For sure. You'd fit right in.

I swear! You have the looks.

-Really? -You know Filipinos.

They love the foreign-looking types and actual foreigners.

Sandara Park's a foreigner, but she won SCQ.

You didn't know that, did you?

Why do you even want to be a celebrity?

What, you want to work?

Your dad's in the US.

He can just send you money, right?

What's wrong?

Doesn't he?

Oh, you didn't know. Why do you still want to go be with him?

Why do you want to be with him?

That's why you dyed your hair like that, huh?

That's why you have a fake accent.

That blond hair is fake.

My ass.

Look, it's black at the roots. Totally fake.

I can speak Tagalog properly, but…

But are you happy?

A little.

No, it's only been two days.

Maybe he's just busy at work and hasn't checked his email.

You know.

What? Come on, take it easy.

This is just plan A. We still have two more on the list.

Think positive. Don't be a sourpuss.

-That's it. -Attract positivity.

Yeah, that's right. You did very well, you can eat.

There you go.

Wow. You and Stinky are getting close.

I thought that was just for the elections?

Hey, who's Stinky?

-You. -You.

Hey! He's not stinky.

Oh, really?

Hey!

Would you stop it?

-She's laughing! -Oh, he's not?

Get in here.

Just help us instead of all that talk.

We're struggling. We need to make this guy famous.

Any suggestions, any ideas?

I saw a guy on TV opening coconut husks with his teeth.

Can you do that?

Stop. Your suggestions are terrible.

Never mind. Don't mind them.

Just stop. Your suggestion sucks. It's not gonna work.

Is this your father?

We're being invaded by the whites!

Maybe…

You're the guy she always chats with. You're Ms. Berta's baby!

It's you! I remember you! I recognize you.

You guys man the shop. I'll take him to Ms. Berta.

MS. BERTA'S SALON WHERE BEAUTY HAPPENS!

-Wait, Ms. Berta! -What's the matter?

Do I look pretty?

Of course you do. Very!

Really?

Look at me, I look awful!

You're a mess! You look terrible!

Come on, Ms. Berta.

Have you forgotten? You're the original Jewel of Romblon.

That was years ago.

But look at me now.

I'm so fat!

Shit! I'm getting stressed out. What should I wear?

-Is this nice? -It is…

It's ugly! I look like I escaped from a convent. This one?

-That looks better. -Ugly!

Especially this white one!

Calm down. He didn't come here for your clothes.

He came for you.

He's so handsome.

Hi.

Good morning.

I've been looking for you guys.

It's just…

She wasn't expecting you to come all the way here, you know?

Yes, we will serenade her.

Really?

Not for me. I understand Ewan.

It's because he really loves Ms. Berta.

He's the kind of person who gives his all when he falls in love.

Wouldn't you do that?

Why, have you never been in love?

Oh, that's why you don't get it. You've never been in love.

That explains it. You're weak.

Yes!

It's true.

Why not? You haven't even been once.

See? You don't have game.

You wish!

You talk too much.

No, those two times…

The first one used to be our neighbor.

I was in second grade back then. But he moved to Manila.

Then the second one was Jack.

Yeah, Jack.

Jack! The lead in Titanic.

You're such a buzzkill. So why did he die? Why did he die?

I don't know. The Titanic sank?

No. It's because he sacrificed himself for Rose.

Right? And we even have the same name.

Isn't that romantic?

You know what Gela and her group said when they first saw you?

They said you looked like Leonardo DiCaprio.

What is it?

I said, that's what Gela and her group said.

Me? I don't see it

You're so annoying! Come on, let's go home.

Gotcha!

Can you hold my coconut?

You're moving to the corner. Keep it smooth.

Oh, that comes later.

Jeez. You…

Why did you have to do that? You could've just said hello.

That's Juana.

She and her escort are practicing for her debut dance.

You're jealous.

I don't get jealous.

I could. I totally could.

But I'd look stupid doing that.

All alone, no one to practice with.

Seriously? Really?

No! You can't take it back now. You already said it. Come on.

Excuse me.

Could you teach us how to do that?

Sure. Is he your escort?

Okay. Just follow what we're doing.

Oh!

You'll be fine.

I'll pick the stars for you…

"I'll pick the stars for you…"

I'll pick the stars for you…

Once you've learned the song, you'll rehearse it every day.

I'll handle Berta.

I'll prep her for the serenade and make sure she doesn't run away again.

Ewan made this. He asked me to give it to you.

He cooked this himself?

Yes. He said it's your favorite.

It's so good!

Okay? Great!

You look handsome.

There she goes again!

You two!

There she goes again!

Oh, someone's blushing!

If I owned the world

I'd give you everything you want

Every day, I'd make the sun shine for you

Every month, I'd make the moon full again

For you, for you

I'll pick the stars for you

Just to make a wish

For you to be mine

Heart and soul

If only I could, if it were possible

If the world were mine

All of this

I'd dedicate it all

To you

-Do I look pretty? Do I look okay? -Yes, you do.

-Do I look pretty? -You're so pretty.

A big yes!

Does it fit?

I'll pick the stars for you

Just to make a wish

For you to be mine

Heart and soul

If only I could, if it were possible

If the world were mine

All of this

I'd dedicate it all to you

I'll pick the stars for you

Just to make a wish

For you to be mine

Heart and soul

If only I could, if it were possible

If the world were mine

All of this

I'd dedicate it all to you

Hey! You two!

Go home!

No. It's nothing. I just wanted to say…

You sang really well earlier.

For someone who's a metal rocker, you could totally be a balladeer.

See? I knew you could. You just wouldn't listen.

Of course, because…

Hey! Why are you kneeling?

You talk too much. Get up already.

But…

I just hope nothing tragic happens at my debut.

So, what now?

Baduy!

Then don't.

Stay here. And I go that way.

Bye-bye.

-Dad… -My daughter's really grown up now, huh?

That Jordan really does look like the guy from Titanic up close.

And you…

Sorry, Dad. I'm sorry.

Well, aren't you the prettiest girl in town?

Come on, Dad, let me have this. It's just this once.

Fine.

Just don't get pregnant too soon, okay?

-Dad! -What?

-I don't want that! None of that. -No.

-No way, Dad. -Just kidding.

Hey, Rose.

I was only kidding.

Rose.

Rose?

Hey, Rose! Rose!

I know you'll love this. Move!

They say you two are like real-life cupids.

You're famous now!

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2. GET FEATURED IN ROMBLON'S LOCAL PAPER

Maybe she's at Green Skies.

Are you gonna use a computer?

Use unit six.

Rose?

Why?

What happened?

LQ, huh?

Maybe she really is sick.

Have you gone to her house yet?

Then go.

What do you mean "fuck"?

What's the matter?

What are you doing here?

You're Jordan, right?

Have you eaten? Come eat with us.

So you eat kinilaw, huh?

Dad, he's just too shy to say no to you.

Thank you.

Suck-up!

He's just showing off, Dad. Don't believe him.

There, go inside. To your right. That door.

Have you told him yet?

You have to tell him.

I've already burned a playlist for my debut.

Of course. Definitely.

You know "Kwento"?

-You've heard that one? -"Kwento."

-Right? -Yeah.

A metal rock band,

and then there's one ballad song?

Badass.

That's what I want played at my debut.

I can already picture every detail.

It's all in slow motion

as my escort dances with me.

Come on.

Don't worry about me.

I can handle this.

I'll get through it.

I'm okay.

I'm okay.

Lucky you. You guys are thriving.

You're all blooming.

Give me strength, okay?

I want to bloom like you too.

Yes? Ms. Melai…

I heard the news.

But I won't cry. You don't like drama, right?

That's right.

What did the doctor say? Are you gonna get better?

You know what,

by next week,

my chemo starts.

They said they'll see if the treatment works.

You know what I'll do?

I'll pick all of these flowers and bring them to you at the hospital.

-No, Ms. Melai. -What?

Bring them to my debut instead.

If I make it.

Stop it. Don't say things like that.

You're going to get better and we'll fill your debut with flowers.

Now give me that. I'll take care of this.

You shouldn't be getting tired. It's bad for you.

Good morning, Star Seekers Company.

I'm Kevin Dimaguiba.

Ms. Melai, what's going on over there?

Oh, right. You weren't here the other day.

They're from Channel 3. They're looking for teenagers to audition.

Teenagers who want to be actors.

How long will they be here, Ms. Melai?

Maybe until next week, then they'll move to another town.

Are you done with class?

Looks like the third plan on our list is about to happen.

Exactly one week from now, the audition, okay?

Come on. Don't worry about that.

What matters is that we're prepared. Okay?

So you can get in. And then everyone will see you on TV.

Tell me, why do you want to be in this star search?

No. You lost them. You said "um." Never say "um."

You should think fast. Here's your answer.

Happy. How do you show "happy"?

Happier. Look absolutely thrilled.

Yes, go ahead. Just look angry at the camera. That's it!

Is that it?

You should try…

It shouldn't look fake.

For sadness, be sad. Look sadder.

There. That's it.

That's sadness.

That was real sadness.

What hairstyle are we thinking?

Ms. Berta, you should shave his head.

Like a buzz cut.

Just a buzz cut.

Don't be fussy. It's just hair.

Or… should we just trim the sides?

You wanna trim this?

A new hair color?

You want to trim this part?

If he doesn't want to, then I'll do it.

What?

I'll shave my head instead.

That's where it'll end up anyway, right?

Might as well do it now.

What do you think? Do I look good bald?

What the hell?

No answer?

It doesn't suit me? Is it bad?

What, then? What are you staring at?

What's gotten into you? It's just me.

Jordan, you can't help me.

There's nothing you can do about it, okay?

You know what, Jordan,

when I was a kid…

When I was young, my dreams in life were so simple.

I simply wanted to live.

Here in Romblon.

With Dad and Mom.

When I started hanging out at the computer shop

and spent a lot of time online,

I realized how big the world really is.

There are much more interesting things

outside this island.

I'm not sure if…

if it sounds shallow, but…

just like Mara San Andres,

I realized I can also be a princess, even for just one night.

I want to have a debut party.

I want a debut where…

I'd work so hard for it.

I'd save up for it

just to have a grand debut.

Then I'd hear people say, they'd all be there and say,

"Wow, you're amazing, Rose!"

"Rose is great, isn't she? Unbelievable."

"What a fabulous party."

"She did it all herself."

"She saved up for this."

"She's been dreaming of this for a long time."

I don't know. I just want people to admire me.

I want…

I want people…

But…

But maybe there's no next for me.

There might not be anything after this.

Because…

when your dreams come true…

it's like mine has come true too.

And always remember…

Don't forget me, okay?

We did all of that together.

We planned all of that together.

Miss Rose?

-Mom! -Honey!

What is it? Are you in pain?

-Mom! -Rene!

Just hold on a little longer, it'll go away soon.

Hold Mom's hand, okay?

Honey…

She can't take it. It hurts. Call the nurse. Hurry!

Mom!

Mom's here.

Thanks, Mom.

I'm so happy you're here. Thank you.

Of course, honey. How could I stay far away

taking care of someone else

when my own child needs me here?

But, Mom. I don't have any dollars, okay?

Don't ask me to pay. I don't have the money.

I can't afford to pay you.

Oh, honey, just get well. That's more than enough payment for me.

-Get well, okay? -Thank you.

Come eat now.

It's Jordan.

Is that your boyfriend?

Mom, he's just a friend.

Really, now?

And we're back here on Star Seekers.

This kid's popularity is off the charts.

From the auditions all the way to the regional finals,

he's really proven to be a strong contender.

Even in the text votes, he's record-breaking.

Let's not keep everyone waiting.

The one and only Jack of Romblon…

-You're getting butterflies. -I'm just here to support him.

Of course.

He's a natural.

-Jordan's so handsome. -I taught him that, Mom.

You're actually pretty handsome.

Your idol!

-She's the… the… -She's the…

-The one on my mirror! -Right!

-That's what I've been seeing. -The photos I put up there.

Can we be in a loveteam?

Just kidding!

I don't think I've ever heard of Ms. Mara being rejected before.

Someone's waiting for you in Romblon, huh?

Anyway, the question on everyone's mind,

Jordan,

do you have a girlfriend?

None.

See?

That means she must have pretty good taste.

3. BECOME FAMOUS AND BE SEEN ON LIVE TV

Jordan. How's the Jack of Romblon?

Yes. Of course! I wouldn't miss it.

You look so handsome on TV.

Really, now?

Am I more handsome in person or on TV?

But…

Oh, come on.

You just picked up, now you're sending me to bed.

Why?

If I go to sleep,

will my cancer sleep too?

You sound so serious.

I'm fine.

I could really use your prayers.

It's okay.

I'm doing well.

Badass!

How can I have that party now?

Plans have changed.

We'll just have a small celebration at the hospital.

It's fine. Don't worry about me, okay?

The best birthday gift you can give me

is if you win Star Seekers.

-Really? -Yeah.

Great job.

So, any updates?

Is he taking you with him?

See? I told you.

I told you our plan would work.

See? It worked.

Hey, there you go again. Always so negative.

What did I tell you? I said no negativity.

Be positive. Always stay on the positive side.

It's nothing.

Don't think about it. It's no big deal.

I can still watch you, right?

From my hospital bed. Right?

Then you'll text me.

And you'll send me a picture message, okay?

All right. Dad is awake. I can hear him. I might…

I might get in trouble.

He'll say…

I'm staying up too late.

Good night. I'm going to bed.

Oh, thank you.

Hello. Good morning. Happy birthday.

Thank you.

Look at all the people greeting you.

-Happy birthday. -Thank you.

My friend.

What are you doing here?

I came to pick you up.

Why? Where are we going?

Just come with me.

What?

-Go on, dear. -Are you sure?

-Yes. Let's go. -Come.

Ms. Berta, what's really going on?

Didn't I tell you I'd do your makeup for your debut?

Oh, Ms. Berta. We're just celebrating in the hospital.

You think we'd let that happen?

Of course not.

No way.

-But-- -You ask a lot of questions.

Just let us make you

the most beautiful woman in all of Romblon.

Shall we?

It's so pretty, Ms. Berta!

-You're beautiful, Rose. -So pretty!

You look so radiant.

You're amazing, Ms. Berta.

It wasn't hard at all.

Something…

Something feels off.

What is it? Are the brows uneven?

They look fine.

Beautiful.

I'm good now.

So beautiful.

Are my parents here?

Of course, they're here.

What are you doing here?

But what about the competition?

What about your dreams?

Cheesy!

I love you so much, Rose.

You talk too much.

Is it my turn?

You'll be fine.

Take care of yourself, okay?