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It's late and Roberta's not home yet.

Aren't you used to how your son is by now?

But he knows the boat is leaving early.

Should he be staying up this late?

He's with that actress of his again, Nora.

Of all the women, he had to pick an actress.

That child has no common sense!

Come to think of it, an actress isn't too bad.

It's not. And it's not her being an actress I detest...

but her attitude.

The kind that says she can't be trusted.

It's crucial we get Roberto far away from that actress.

That's why I didn't let up...

until he finally agreed...

to join us on our trip.

I believe once he experiences...

how life is in another country...

he'll enjoy himself...

and eventually forget that Nora.

God willing, that'll happen.

I'm still hesitant to join them on that trip my father's planned.

I want you to go with them.

They might think I'm the one preventing you from going.

But us being apart...

is cause for my heart to bleed.

As I will always be worrying...

Why? Don't you trust me?

It is my love for you causing me to feel jealousy.

- Jealousy? Because of me? - Yes.

- From you and... - And who?

And from Delfin Gracioso, your fellow actor.

Such a jealous person.

That's true. It's because I don't trust him.

Don't worry.

I'm fond of Delfin...

because he's an actor, like I am.

But beyond that...

he means nothing to me.

Have faith.

Go with your parents.

And believe that, I'm yours as you leave...

and will still be yours once you return.

- But I am- - Please.

It's your call.

For you...

and so I can fulfill my parents' wishes...

I'll go with them tomorrow.

Darling.

Take care of yourself.

And don't forget me.

- Trust in that. - Cross your heart?

Waiter?

Keep the change.

Let's go, I'll take you home.

It's probably better if you go ahead...

as we shouldn't be seen together.

Your father might hear about it and be mad at you.

That's right.

Very well.

Good night, Sugar.

Good night.

Good luck.

Stay away for a while. He might see you.

It doesn't matter.

I'm so tired of waiting. Let's go.

Just wait until he's farther away.

Mr. Vergel.

I understand the big dilemma you're facing.

What do you mean?

I'm aware you're to go on vacation...

and have a problem because you'll be leaving behind your lover...

Nora. Isn't that right?

Who are you anyway?

I'm the only one who can help you.

Gaspar Cruz.

Private Detective.

Well, how can you help me?

I'll be watching Nora in secret...

so you can find out how true...

your doubts about her are.

Okay?

Okay.

Here's the preliminary payment.

If you do a good job, I'll pay you more.

You can expect that the moment I see...

any action you should know about...

I'll let you know about it. I'll send you a report.

I hope you do a good job.

Mr. Vergel...

just in case...

I notice anything I should report about...

where can I send a message to?

Here's the itinerary for our vacation.

You can send a message here.

Understood, chief.

Okay. Do a good job.

You can count on me.

Here they come.

Come here.

Don't forget about our budget for these six months.

Ask them about it.

Buste, is the luggage prepared?

- Yes, Ma'am. - Good.

Let's go before we're late for the boat.

Señorito?

What is it?

- Oh, Papa? - What is it?

Have you given them their budget and pay yet?

Oh, that reminds me.

Here. It's already prepared.

Buste.

Here's your pay and the budget...

- for the house these six months. - Yes, Sir.

Be frugal. It'll be a problem if you run out.

Yes, sir. Thank you.

- Let's go. - Yes, sir.

Don't use that money for gambling.

You don't want to run out of money.

Oh, we won't!

I really detest gamblers!

Mother?

Where's my picture that was on the mirror?

Your Uncle Buste took it.

Uncle Buste took it?

Yes.

But what would he do with it?

How should I know?

Oh, Mother...

you're gonna drink again?

But you're delivering laundry to Nora's.

So what? I can handle this.

The contest to find the woman who'll be playing the lead...

in the movie Miss Philippines...

has been launched!

Who will be the lucky lady chosen to be Miss Philippines...

in LVN Pictures' grandest production?

That's the question the entire archipelago is currently asking!

- You might hold the key... - Lolita!

What is it?

Listen! The program's starting!

...receive the prize money of one thousand pesos...

have the honor of becoming Miss Philippines...

and be fated to be a star of the silver screen.

Those are the rewards awaiting the lucky winner of this contest.

This contest to pick Miss Philippines...

Lolita! Join the contest!

I don't want to! I'm too shy.

...send to LVN Pictures your photograph...

or your friend's, girlfriend's...

or sister's photograph.

Then, include in your letter your...

name, address, height...

The name of the winner will be published in all newspapers...

and announced on radio stations.

Don't forget! Join the contest so you may become...

the woman who'll play the lead role in the movie Miss Philippines...

Sepa delivered the laundry.

Good.

What do you think? Could I be chosen as Miss Philippines?

Do you still have doubts, Ma'am?

Didn't Mr. Delfin promise you'd win?

Yes. But there are a lot of candidates.

It doesn't matter. You're already the winner.

Tell Maria...

to give Sepa all the dirty laundry.

Do that later instead.

It's taking so long.

Oh, these people.

Sepa, here's the laundry for you.

Looks like there's more and more laundry now.

Oh no, you're drunk again!

I'm not drunk. I'm not drunk.

Who said that I'm drunk?

Take the laundry tomorrow instead.

- No. Now. - You might lose them somewhere.

I know what I'm doing. I know!

Don't worry. I'm just warming up.

Hey, lady!

Why don't you look at where you're going?

Why are you picking a fight with an old woman?

An old woman!

You have no respect for the elderly.

- No respect? - Oh, very well.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry.

Stand up.

Oh, it's Delfin!

- Yes, I'm Delfin. So what? - It's Delfin Gracioso!

Do you know, you're my favorite actor?

Let me pass. Let me-

Wait a minute. I'll just look at your face.

- I'm going. Don't bother me. - So handsome!

Let's have a drink!

I don't drink that.

You're such a pretty boy in person!

Don't force me to drink. Let me go.

I beg you, let me go already. I need to be somewhere.

Señorita! Alright, Señorito, I'll be going now.

I'll leave you now. Oh, you're so cute!

Oh, Señorita.

Why are you getting drunk here?

I'm not, Ma'am. I'm going home now.

Who was that?

That's Sepa, my washerwoman.

That's why she was manhandling me like laundry.

Just admit it's not easy being idolized by old, alcoholic women.

- Let's go inside. - Let's go.

Oh, this life.

Why did you go on a sardine buying spree?

That'll be our meal for six months.

What?

We're eating those every day?

Sardines for six months?

That's better than nothing.

It's because of you gambling away all the money

that was supposed to last us six months.

What can I do? I just wanted to make the money grow...

but just ended up losing!

That's because you keep on gambling!

Stop worrying!

Don't you know the saying...

"good fortune, even without searching for it...

if it's meant for you, will come straight from the heavens."

What rubbish!

What's that?

A miracle!

Maybe that's the good fortune dropped by the heavens!

Dropped by the heavens? You fool.

Dropped by an airplane!

Let me see that.

Read it.

LVN

The contest to pick Miss Philippines is open...

and the winner will receive...

one thousand pesos as prize and a contract...

to play the leading female role in...

the movie Miss Philippines.

The largest production from LVN pictures.

Send your photograph...

or your sister's...

or female cousin's to LVN Pictures.

That's a good way to make money.

Send your photo to them...

if chosen, you get a thousand pesos.

That would be good but what is it to us?

When we're both men.

We're not beautiful women!

Get a photo of a woman, then send it to them...

if they choose her to be Miss Philippines

that's a thousand pesos for us.

And whose photo will you send in?

Figure that out.

Where will we get one?

Wait a minute! I have a photo!

A photo of my niece!

- Your niece? - Yes!

Don't bother!

No! Take a look!

No need! If it's your niece, she'll just look like you.

No. Take a look. This is my niece.

We can't use that. She's as pig-like as you!

Not this one. This is my girlfriend.

There were two photos. Where is it?

- What do you mean two? - The other one!

Beats me. What other one?

- Beautiful! - That's right.

Superior! Who is this?

That's Lolita, the daughter of my washerwoman sister.

It's possible!

We can enter her in the contest! We'll do that!

Well then, that's one thousand pesos already!

Don't forget to join the contest from LVN Pictures...

to find the woman who'll play the lead role...

in the biggest production from LVN Pictures,

Miss Philippines.

Send in your photo, or a lady friend's...

your girlfriend's or sister's...

to LVN Pictures.

You might be the lucky one chosen to play...

the lead role...

in the biggest production from LVN Pictures...

Miss Philippines.

Miss Philippines looks like it'll be big, huh?

Probably! Even the ice cream vendor's announcing it!

Ice cream! Ice cream!

Miss Philippines, ice cream!

Who will be the lucky one to become Miss Philippines?

Are you also joining the contest?

Why? What do you think?

The Miss Philippines Contest

The Prince Who Never Laughs

This one's really lovely.

Captivating.

For me, this one should already win.

Take a look, Manager.

I agree.

This is a rare beauty.

She's admirable. Take a look at this.

Indeed.

Even in a photo, she already exudes personality.

Seductive.

Compelling and eye-catching.

Height: five feet and five inches.

She meets the requirement.

Name: Lolita del Mar.

What a waste of Lolita's picture.

We even spent for an envelope and postage stamp...

and all for nothing.

Still ending up hungry.

This guy. Don't lose hope!

Remember the proverb...

"good fortune, even without searching for it...

if it's meant for you, will come straight from the heavens."

Quit repeating that proverb.

What was that?

That's probably the good fortune!

Good fortune, bah!

Buste! Buste, come here!

Chosen to be Miss Philippines is...

Lolita del Mar.

Lolita del Mar?

- Yeah. - Let me see!

Luck isn't with us. We lost.

Lolita del Mar!

My niece!

- Yeah, your niece. - We won!

- What? - We won!

- Your niece? - A thousand pesos!

And this is her picture!

I forgot your niece's name is Lolita del Mar!

Buste!

Buste!

You're passing out now that we've won?

A thousand pesos.

A thousand pesos.

A thousand.

Manager.

Could this really be her house?

It can only be this one.

As this is the address

she indicated on her photo.

She has money.

Seems like.

A thousand pesos.

Hey, you might pass out again. You're really heavy!

Good day!

Good day to you as well.

Is this where Miss del Mar lives?

Oh, it's not.

Miss del Mar? Yes! Have a seat!

May we speak with her?

We're from LVN Pictures.

But Señorita Lolita isn't here.

They've gone out.

In that case, let's just wait for them?

Oh, no. What I mean to say is...

She's not in Manila.

Where is she?

- She's over at... - She went to...

To Baguio?

That's right! Baguio. On vacation...

along with her personal maid.

Manager...

this is bad...

as it'll delay our production.

It's probably best we pick another woman.

We should.

No, don't.

They're coming back. Tomorrow they'll be here.

- Tomorrow? - Yes. They'll get on a boat.

I mean, an airplane.

That's good.

That means we won't be in a tight spot.

Tomorrow...

- we'll be back at this time. - Understood.

Very well. Until tomorrow.

What if she asks about the one thousand peso prize?

That's right.

Tell her that tomorrow...

after she takes a screen test...

she'll receive the thousand pesos.

- Yes, we'll tell her. - Goodbye.

We'll inform her.

Seems we did well in picking our Miss Philippines, Director?

It seems like it.

The way the place looks...

it's certain she's educated, she's rich...

and if she can also sing well...

she'll be unbeatable.

Likely.

We'll know tomorrow.

Thank goodness. We're now free from sardines.

Wait a minute. Why'd you say Lolita's arriving tomorrow?

What if they pick another girl?

Then we're back to sardines.

Oh, right.

Wait a minute.

Why'd you complicate things again...

when you said Lolita has her own maid?

Yeah, that was a mistake.

What can we do?

Don't worry, I'll take care of it.

How will you get your niece to talk to them tomorrow?

I'll handle it. Don't worry.

You keep on saying you'll handle it.

Look:

I'll tell Lolita's mother, my sister...

- they should stay here for a while. - Stay here.

Hey! That's some big trouble right there!

No.

Didn't we write on the back...

of Lolita's photograph...

which we sent to LVN...

the address for this house?

That's right.

Wait.

Are you saying Lolita will live here?

- The owners of the house aren't here. - We can't do that!

Don't be like that. I'll take care of it.

- We can't! - I'll take care of everything.

We're in dire straits.

Just let Lolita stay at our house.

Do you agree?

- Well then, if that means... - Mother!

Don't agree to it!

What Uncle Buste's proposing is a big lie.

A lie?

But what is there to worry about?

They won't know about it.

But how about your bosses?

Don't worry about that.

They're in America on a six-month vacation.

And before they return...

it's sure that they'll have finished shooting Miss Philippines...

which you'll have starred in.

That's right. They're unaware of what we're doing.

When they arrive...

you'll already be a popular star in the movies.

And you'll surely be able to buy your own house.

And clothes! Jewelry! A car!

- A radio. A refrigerator. Delicious food. - That's right. Say yes already.

And champagne every day for Mother!

No more of the local gin.

No need. Even if it's this, as long I never run out.

- You're saying yes, sister? - I am!

But, Mother...

...I don't like pretending. I don't like fooling people.

Lolita.

Have some pity.

One thousand pesos would mean much to me.

To me and to Nano.

Have pity on us.

Fine. It's your call.

What is it?

I remember I told them Lolita has a personal maid.

Where will we find one now?

Why did you have to say she has a maid?

How could a rich person be without a maid?

- Where are we going to find a maid? - Where indeed?

Sister!

Oh, no. Not me. Don't.

Oh, here's Nena!

Just say yes.

- Nena! That's right! - You can do it, Nena.

That's right, Nena. Say yes already. So we won't be apart.

You'll just be a pretend maid.

What if by accompanying Lolita, you can be an actress yourself?

Say yes, please!

Okay, fine. I'll do it for you, Lolita.

Lolita, don't forget. Bring lavish clothes.

Sister, give her the good clothes, the shiny ones, the-

But Uncle, where will I find lavish clothes?

- That's easy! - Easy? Where can we steal such clothes?

Lolita? Come here.

Take your pick from Señorita Nora's clothes.

I'll just wash them again afterwards.

- You see that! - That's a good sister!

- This one is pretty! - Not that one! This one!

- This one's better. - How about this red one?

We're getting them all wrinkled up. Just use all of them!

Great idea!

Didn't you assure me I'll be picked Miss Philippines?

Yes, but...

Didn't you say you'll convince Don Jose?

How come some "Lolita del Mar" suddenly gets chosen...

to play in Miss Philippines?

How should I know?

You've seen me try my hardest. I...

Hey, Mister! What's going on?

My handkerchief fell.

Had I known you couldn't do anything...

I'd have asked Roberto to stay.

Maybe if he'd been helping me, I'd have been picked.

Aha!

You're this free to express ire at me because...

you have that Roberto Vergel of yours.

- Delfin! - Best we straighten this out now.

Delfin! You're talking too loud.

Who do you love?

- Him or me? - You're hurting me.

Answer me. Him or me?

Mister!

Oh. My good friend.

- What? - Hello, pal!

You still haven't answered me.

Between the two of us, who do you choose?

You're acting like a child.

Is it necessary to discuss this matter here?

It's necessary.

Because I can't stand this feeling...

of sharing your love with Roberto Vergel.

I was in a relationship with him when you and I fell in love.

What do you want me to do?

What else?

You can't be in a relationship with two people forever.

You must forget about one of us.

Don't worry. I will do that.

Nora, then that means...

I'm the one you truly love?

- Yes, that's right. - Oh, Nora.

Pest!

Let's go.

Waiter.

Nora is cheating on you.

Heard by my two ears and proven by my two eyes.

Nora is cheating on you.

Heard by my two ears and proven by my two eyes.

Gaspar Cruz.

I can't believe it.

"...proven by my two eyes."

This needs to be proved by your own two eyes.

Return right away to Manila.

Roberto! Why are you talking to yourself?

Are you losing your mind? - What is it?

Ramon, this kid is in a bad condition.

He's now talking to himself.

Why?

This is nothing, Papa.

Probably just an effect of our travel by boat.

What?

The truth is, it feels like...

my body's greatly weakened.

- Then let's call for a doctor. - Good idea.

No need for that, Mama.

In just a few days, this will likely go away.

If traveling by boat makes you feel that way...

how will we get to America?

That's right, son.

That's easy.

Let's just get on a plane.

Son, I'll die if that happens.

Being on a plane's dangerous for my health, remember?

Are you planning on killing your mother?

I forgot Mama can't take plane rides.

Then what do we do?

Then it's easy.

I'll travel by plane...

while you continue traveling by boat to America.

Then we'll be separated. We can't have that.

There's nothing we can do. You can't go by plane...

while he can't go by boat.

Let's just let him travel by plane while we go by boat.

And let's reunite at San Francisco.

Okay, fine then.

Wait for us at San Francisco, California.

And stay at the San Francisco Hotel.

Okay, Papa.

Let's go.

Operator?

Give me FEATI Airline please.

FEATI Airline?

Well, this is Roberto Vergel, living in Shanghai Hotel.

Look, I want you to reserve one ticket for me...

for Manila.

What?

No plane leaving today?

How about tomorrow?

Too bad.

How about the day after tomorrow?

Ah, well then...

the day after tomorrow, one ticket for Manila.

Okay.

Thanks. Goodbye.

I need to play the lead role...

in Miss Philippines.

- Help me. - But what can I do?

- Greetings, Don Jose! - Good day, Don Jose!

Mister Director?

- Is Lolita truly beautiful? - She is. You'll see!

- Truly beautiful! - You'll see!

- Hey, what about our check? - How should I know?

- So is this Lolita really beautiful? - They say she is.

Would they pick her if she isn't?

Truly beautiful.

- Didn't you also join the contest? - I did.

You're really determined, huh?

Such beauty!

I think I'm feeling shy.

Why, don't be shy. Just follow my advice...

and you'll get through it easily.

- What is it? - She says she's getting shy.

What's to be shy about?

- Let's go. - Go ahead!

Our money's coming.

Our cheque!

Director? She says she's still shy.

- Are you really feeling shy, Lolita? - That's right.

There's nothing to fear.

Remember...

what other people can do, you can do as well.

Do you know the song?

- I do. - Let's go.

- Delfin? - What is it?

Play for Lolita on the piano.

What is she singing?

The song "If I Were Myself."

I know it.

Let's listen to her sing.

That's if she can sing.

Just a moment, Nora.

Ready boys!

Ready.

Wait!

Wait, everybody!

- Camera, ready? - Ready!

Sound, ready? Ready.

Lights!

Screen test, take one!

If I were to marry...

I want a young man Who carries himself well

No need for a lavish wedding

He doesn't need to be rich

I want a lover who is faithful

One who will never betray you

I'll remain his until I die

The promise that gives life its virtue

If I were to marry...

I want a young man Who carries himself well

No need for a lavish wedding

He doesn't need to be rich

I want a lover who is faithful

One who will never betray you

I'll remain his until I die

The promise that gives life its virtue

Congratulations!

- You've impressed us. - Congratulations.

This early I'm assured of Miss Philippines' success.

- Thank you. - Lolita! I mean, Señorita...

- Congratulations. - Thank you.

Here's Nora.

She seems to be very upset.

Please stay inside the room while...

- we discuss some matters here. - Alright.

She really sings well.

A beauty with a beautiful voice.

I think I've seen her before.

I just can't remember where.

She sings well.

What do I do now?

It seems I don't have any more hope.

I'll get close to her to gain her trust.

And for what?

Because that way...

I might learn any secrets she has...

which we can then use to discredit her.

And if you learn anything that might ruin her...

they'll take back her role in Miss Philippines.

- And I'll be replacing her. - That's right.

Stay here as I start my work.

- Do your best. - Let me handle this.

Just a moment.

Who are you?

Gaspar Cruz. Private Detective.

What do you need from me?

You're the one who needs something from me since...

I can be of great help to you.

What do you mean?

Pay me enough...

and I'll investigate Lolita del Mar.

And in no time, you'll be aware of her secrets.

Okay?

You seem like a capable detective.

Try me and you'll be sure.

Is that okay with you?

- Okay. - Okay!

Lolita, everyone's admiring you.

Everyone was praising you!

Is that so?

But I'm worried I might not meet the Director's requirements.

How can you not?

Earlier, when you were singing...

It was like I couldn't breathe.

- Who is it? - I'll check.

It's Mr. Gracioso!

- May I come inside? - Why not? Come in.

I'm bidding you congratulations.

This early, everyone's assured of your future success.

Thank you.

But any success I achieve...

I know it'll be because of everyone's support.

You can always depend on me to support you...

to the best of my ability.

Thank you. You're so kind.

It's because I want us to become better acquainted with each other.

May I visit you at home tomorrow?

May I?

Sure. Why not?

Great!

This way I can be introduced to your siblings, your father-

But I no longer have siblings.

And I no longer have a father.

I'm sorry to hear that.

How about your Mother?

Do you still have one?

I do.

That's great. I wish to get to know her.

Tomorrow. If that's okay?

- It is. - Lolita?

I see you have a guest.

What is it, Uncle Buste?

- No. I haven't received anything. - Nothing?

Very well. Until tomorrow then.

Nena, has the manager not handed you any checks?

- Nothing! - Buste!

Here is the check!

The prize of one thousand pesos.

And I thought they'd forgotten.

I told you. "Good fortune, even without searching for it...

if it's meant for you, will come straight from the heavens."

I'm a believer now!

Lolita?

Lolita, do you see this?

Nano's correct in his belief.

"You might not search for it in heaven...

That's wrong! It's "Good fortune, even without searching for it...

if it's meant for you, will come straight from the heavens."

That's it. Like in your case...

you never even dreamed of becoming an actress...

or becoming the lead in a movie...

called Miss Philippines.

I owe everything to you, Uncle Buste.

A thousand pesos!

Here's the money for these six months.

And you can buy yourself shoes, dresses, and also...

Lolita? You're feeling down?

- Why? - Why are you feeling down?

You should be celebrating.

Delfin said he'll visit tomorrow.

- So what? - We'll let him in!

He said he wants to get to know my mother.

Then we'll introduce him.

But how can we introduce her to Mother?

That's right.

Don't worry. I'll handle it.

Drunkard or not, it's no big deal. That's for sure.

You're the best, Uncle Buste.

A thousand pesos!

Alright, alright. We're already done fitting.

Mother? Please be careful with how you act...

don't get us in trouble, okay?

Don't worry. I said I'll handle it.

Sister, just forget that you're Sepa, the washerwoman.

And remember instead that you're a rich, old widow.

Yes, fine.

And this is how you'll walk and greet people.

That's not how it's done!

You're acting effeminate.

Here, watch this.

Ah! I see you've arrived! Do have a seat!

That's wrong! Here, watch me.

Our guests are here.

Good morning! How are you?

I'm doing fine. Come in!

Have a seat!

I'm Doña Margarita, viuda de del Mar at your service.

- That's great! - Impressive!

So long as she doesn't lose her composure.

I didn't know you could act like a rich lady this well!

- Alright! Hey, Lolita- - Oh this guy. Have you forgotten already?

I used to act in neighborhood plays back in the day!

Lolita, go and get everything ready.

Let's go, Nena.

- Please do your best, Mother. - What do you mean Mother? It's Mama.

Oh yes, of course. Mama!

No worries.

Impressive!

Planning on drinking again. Later! We just need to finish this.

After we get through this, you can drink as much as you want.

- You promise? - Yes.

Let's be on the lookout outside so we can give them a heads-up.

- Let's go. - That's a good plan.

Sister, be careful, alright?

Good morning! How are you?

Come in!

Doña Margarita viuda de del Mar, at your service.

Oh!

Good day! Come in!

You're probably the LVN executive we've been waiting for.

That's right.

Ah! Then have a seat!

I'm Doña Margarita viuda de del Mar.

I'm Lolita's mother.

How are you, young man? How may I be of service?

That Delfin can be of great help to Lolita.

Naturally! He's a big shot among the actors.

It's good that you've come to visit us, Señor.

It's good to get acquainted with each other...

seeing as Lolita's to become one of our actresses.

Oh, yes, of course!

But I tell you, if her Papa were alive today...

the late General Don Jose del Mar...

she could not become an actress.

It's a certainty she would never be given permission to.

It's a shame he's passed away.

I suppose a great fortune was left behind...

by your departed husband, isn't that right?

Oh, just a tiny one...

there was only about two million.

What? Two million?

Just a modest amount.

And how are your...

businesses doing?

Oh, rather poorly.

You know, in one year...

with my investment of eight million pesos...

I only made six in profit...

Six thousand?

Six million!

Would you not have plans of possibly remarrying?

Oh my! Who would be interested in me? I'm too old.

Oh no, Doña Margarita.

Your beauty is simply just at the peak of its bloom.

Oh my!

Such a fortuitous moment, our having met.

It's taking too long.

He'll be here soon.

Come to think of it, it's better he doesn't come.

We might just get found out.

Why would we get found out?

I'll take my leave, Margarita.

Goodbye, Gaspar.

Oh, I just remembered. If you're to visit, let me know...

so I can prepare, alright?

- Yes. Til our next meeting. - Til the next time.

Thank goodness it's over.

I'm free. Free to do my drinking.

They're truly wealthy.

She's the real deal.

- I wonder what happened to him? - Maybe busy with a film shoot.

Yeah, maybe-

He's here!

We've been waiting for you!

Come in!

Tell Lolita!

- I'm Doña Margarita, viuda de del Mar! - Sister, get ready!

- I'm the mother of Lolita... - Oh my god!

Why'd you get drunk?

- Didn't you say I can drink once it's done? - What are you-

Lolita?

Lolita, why'd you let your mother get drunk?

And now Delfin's about to get here.

But I've already talked to the guy.

Meet him outside. Don't let him inside the house.

- Take him to the garden or the pool! - But I said I'll introduce him to mother.

Say she's still getting changed. Go with her.

- Let's go, Nena. - Don't let him inside!

Sister, why are you like this?

Oh Jesus, Mary and Joseph!

- We've been waiting for you! - I'm sorry.

- Good morning to you. - Good morning to you too.

Aren't you taking me inside the house?

We should stay by the pool. It's cooler there.

Aren't you introducing me to your Mom?

She's still changing.

That's right. She's still changing.

What's that?

That's our pet parrot.

- So you own a talking parrot! - Yes.

Let's go to the swimming pool.

You should be ashamed of yourselves.

Why are you locking me in here?

He'll figure it out by my voice!

- You already got it. - Oh, I already got it, huh?

Why are you making me do this? Why can't it be you?

Do you think that can even work?

I don't have any curves. Why am I doing this?

Why don't you give it a rest, you drunk!

You're making me look like a fool here.

I'm always the one getting the short end of the stick.

Just let her be.

I'm really excited to meet your Mother.

Don't be impatient. She'll be here soon.

- Lolita! - What?

What is it?

Your Mama!

I'm delighted to meet you.

How do you do?

How do you do?

I'm doing good.

You know, I have a cold...

- so my voice is this way now. - Oh, so that's why!

But why go here? It might be bad for your health.

No matter. Have a seat!

Thank you.

How about you?

Nevermind that.

Did you know...

you know, you're...

you're actually our favorite actor.

Thank you very much.

It looks like you have a guest.

Oh no. It's just somebody passing by.

Over there!

- She's heading this way. - Oh no.

Oh my goodness!

Come with me. We have to go inside the house.

Why are you always getting drunk?

You have to come with me.

Forgive me, Mr. Delfin, I didn't mean it.

You're wet all over, Delfin. You could get pneumonia!

You might get sick!

I told you I'm just going to talk to him.

I'm telling you, I don't like people interfering with my...

I thought we were going to be found out.

As long as I'm handling it, it'll be fine.

Nena?

Nena? Where's my sister?

She's escaped.

But where'd she go?

I don't know!

And she's drunk. Who knows where she might go?

Check upstairs!

Hurry.

Let's look for her over there.

My goodness, where could that person have gone off to?

Search over here.

There.

She's not here.

Oh, maybe she's at the swimming pool!

Welcome to my home.

She's here!

Lolita! Your mother's here!

Alright. I'll head there.

And so this house...

I inherited it from my...

What kind of trouble did you get into now?

- There's no trouble here! - Why are you dressed as a woman?

I'll just take care of her first.

You need to explain to me why...

Señorita!

It seems we have a guest.

He's Nano's cousin.

- Newly discharged from the army. - Let me give you a-

He's looking for a place to stay. But we don't have a room.

You can stay in the garage. Don't worry, I'll take care of it.

We're going to the garage. Let's go, Roberto.

Nano!

- Where are they? - Your cousin's in the garage.

What?

- Your cousin's staying at the garage. - Cousin? Whose cousin?

Who's that cousin?

The one named Roberto.

Roberto?

Oh yes, he's my cousin! Where is he? At the garage?

Then I'm going there!

What is this foolishness? And who are those people?

And why'd you introduce me as Nano's cousin?

That's what I'm going explain about.

What?

What's the meaning of this?

We'll explain everything.

Buste, explain it to him.

You know, Señorito...

The money you left as our budget for six months...

we lost it gambling.

And what scheme did you think up?

Due to our great need...

I entered my niece, Lolita...

into LVN Pictures' contest...

for the movie Miss Philippines.

Why'd you get yourself drunk again?

That's right, Mrs. Sepa.

Didn't we have a deal...

once I talk to them, I can drink...

Yes, but you haven't talked to them yet!

Then who was it I talked to?

I don't know!

- Who was it? - A handsome man.

Mother, please be quiet.

Fine. Fine. I'll be quiet now. I'll be quiet.

Nena?

Yes?

I didn't expect this.

What are you saying?

I didn't expect Nano would have a cousin that good-looking...

charming and well-dressed.

Is that so?

Yes. And newly discharged from the army.

- Where is he now? - I'm getting dizzy.

At the garage.

And that's what happened.

That's why we didn't tell Lolita you're our boss.

Since if she finds out, she'll surely be embarrassed.

And if that happens, she and her mother would leave.

And we'll be part of a big scandal at LVN.

Señorito, please have patience.

For a few days, please pretend you're unaware of the situation.

Ah, while she's staying in my house...

I'll be the one inconvenienced and living in the garage.

That's great!

But it's to save Lolita from embarrassment.

What's it to me if she suffers embarrassment?

Women like her have no place in my heart.

So fond of pretense and clamoring for fame.

But, Señorito...

Why?

Why is she denying the kind of life she has?

Is it so bad to be a washerwoman's daughter?

She's a hypocrite.

But, Señorito...

I was the one who-

It's up to you.

Very well. I'll help you.

Señorito!

But you'll help me as well.

- Thank you so much! - What do we need to do?

...for I wish to secretly observe Nora.

So I can learn if she truly is cheating on me.

You got it, Señorito!

Later, I wish to talk to this Señorita Lolita.

It must feel good to live as you do.

A life full of luxury.

It's not overly so.

Such a beautiful house.

Likely, you spent a lot on it.

That's what I heard.

You heard?

Whose portrait is that? Your father's?

Which one? That one?

- No. - Then whose?

It's my grandfather's.

Why'd you laugh?

No reason.

I remembered my father.

He really looks like your grandfather!

What a beautiful piano!

Why don't you play?

I don't know how to play.

Are you kidding?

Are you telling me...

someone who owns a piano this grand...

won't know how to play?

Oh, no.

This is for guests who know how to play.

Do you know how?

Play something.

- Only if you would sing. - Why not?

Listen to the song Coming from my heart

It is a gift solely for you

It's my heart that's offering it

To your heart

Wherever you may be

I will go to you

So have faith

I will never be unfaithful, beloved

Wherever you may be

I will go to you

So have faith

I will never be unfaithful, beloved

You sing so beautifully!

- It's captivating. - Thank you.

You probably studied at the Conservatory of Music, huh?

No.

I've never even stepped foot into the Conservatory.

Oh, so you are...

- When were you discharged from the army? - Me? But I'm not...

Ah, the army?

Quite recently!

You probably were an official!

A bit.

Do you like the food there?

It's a bit tasty but...

You get tired of always eating canned food.

- That reminds me. - What is it?

Whatever food you want to have, just tell Uncle Buste.

- Who? - Buste.

So he can prepare it.

Make yourself comfortable here...

as if you were in your own home.

Thank you.

I'll leave you here.

As if I'm in my own home.

In honor of our first time sharing a meal.

Let's have a drink.

Tastes flat.

Buste, don't we have Genera?

Mother!

- Mama? - Why?

Roberto, please don't be surprised.

That's simply how Mama likes to joke at the dining table.

Oh, is that so?

Yes.

Well, let's begin.

Hey, Buste!

Look at Roberto having to use these bowls to wash his hands!

Give him a basin!

Mama!

This is also one of her jokes.

She knows these bowls are used for rinsing.

Right, Mama?

Oh, yes. Yes.

I'm just kidding, young man.

I'm just kidding.

I see you're fond of joking.

Ah, yes. Yes.

A little bit.

Señora.

Señorito.

Roberto.

Hey, this is tasty!

Wait a bit, Buste! I'm getting more.

Oh, Jesus. Dropped some.

Just let it be!

Alright. Go on!

So tough!

- Oh! - Mama!

Mother!

Sorry, young man.

Sorry! My spoon slipped!

It's no big deal.

Probably just another one of her jokes, right?

What?

Yes.

Well it really was tough.

Thank you, young man.

Is this another joke?

Or maybe you really don't know how to use a fork?

Why'd they leave?

Why did they leave? Because of you!

Because of how improper you're acting!

- Because of me? - Yes.

And now pretending you don't know what you did!

There's how you grabbed at the meat, then returned it to the plate...

then you dropped your fork...

then you accidentally threw meat onto the face of Señorito-

I mean, Roberto.

What's wrong with you? You embarrassed your daughter!

Embarrassed?

Now you're pretending you don't know what you did.

Well, I'm still going to eat.

Still eating. That's all you know.

Even I lost my appetite because of you!

- Really? - Because of these things you do!

And now there's not much of this left.

When did you ever lose appetite?

Stop it.

I know you were hurt by what I said to your mother.

So please forgive me.

There's nothing to apologize for.

Yet it looks like you're crying?

It's because...

I hate the way we are.

And I hate the pretending we're doing.

Pretending?

Yes. This pretending...

that weighed heavily on my heart since the beginning.

I don't understand what you're saying.

Perhaps if you knew the entire truth...

you'll grow to hate us.

Why?

Because...

Because what?

Because we're only pretending to be wealthy.

Mother is a simple washerwoman.

And this house doesn't belong to us.

It belongs to the Vergel's, this rich family...

who, my uncle, Buste, works for.

Why aren't they here?

They're in another country on vacation.

Is that so?

But why tell me about these things?

Because...

I didn't want even you...

to be fooled by our disguise.

Thank you.

But this pretense you're doing...

is something we need to keep secret.

Because if people learn about it...

it may cause harm to your career in the movies.

It doesn't matter.

Why? Does being a movie actress mean nothing to you now?

It is my greatest dream.

Yet, my wish is, were I to succeed...

it would be with me genuinely being myself.

And not because of subterfuge.

Then who came up with these schemes?

It's my Uncle Buste's doing.

Lolita, I greatly admire you for telling me these things.

It would be such a waste for you to not reach your dreams.

It's difficult now.

I can no longer keep on doing this.

Do so. I shall help you.

And you can help me as well.

What do you mean?

I will take you with me, attending all of high society events.

What for?

So you may become known, gaining more admirers.

But...

how can I help you?

In being seen by high society...

I wanted my identity to remain a secret.

As there's one I want to secretly observe.

Observe? For what reason?

Are you perhaps...?

But...

should I agree to your plan...

won't the pretense I'm living in continue?

So what? It'll only be temporary.

When you become a popular actress...

we can reveal everything to the public.

- But... - No more buts, Lolita.

Say yes. I have great need of your help.

- I'll do as you want. - Thank you.

It's difficult. Truly difficult.

It'll be difficult to accomplish, Señorito.

Why?

If you wish to secretly observe Nora...

she must not see you.

Correct.

Because if she's truly being unfaithful...

she'll be cautious the very moment she sees you.

That makes sense.

So our problem...

lies in how you can introduce Lolita to society...

without Nora seeing you.

Indeed that's tricky.

So what should we do?

I got it!

I know what to do!

This way, even if she sees me, she won't recognize me.

I'll pretend to be one of the Moro people.

- Who's that? - It's Señorito!

Nobody can recognize him now.

You see!

I really thought you were a genuine Moro.

Nora will be even less likely to recognize me...

when I wear these glasses.

It's because she knows I really dislike wearing glasses.

Anybody would be fooled by that!

The Moro Sultan who held a feast for Lolita del Mar

Set to attend as guests of honor at Cafe Aristocrat...

are Miss Lolita del Mar and Sultan Razul

Miss Lolita del Mar...

who'll be playing the lead role in Miss Philippines...

and Sultan Razul will be the guests of honor...

during the inauguration of Cafe Aristocrat tonight.

It seems like Lolita's fully eclipsed you now.

She's really popular now.

And according to the news...

Sultan Razul has fallen head over heels for her.

What's it to me?

Nothing. I just remember back then...

when big names come to Manila...

they'd always be asking about you and looking for you.

Yet now...

it's become Lolita instead.

Very well!

Tonight, let's go to Cafe Aristocrat.

And I'll show you I'm still The Nora.

What are you going to do?

I'll have that Sultan Razul following me like an enamored lamb.

And that Lolita will end up looking so pitiful.

Oh really?

Watch how I do it tonight at Cafe Aristocrat.

What is it?

Seems like I've seen him already. It's like I know him.

Oh? Is that possible?

He's just visiting Manila now.

Very well. Now watch and you'll see...

how I tame that Sultan.

That so? I have to see this.

Even in my dreams I never thought I'd feel all these things.

How could I ever repay you?

Forget about that.

Aren't we both helping each other?

You're right.

So, what about that person you wanted to observe?

Well, it's likely-

it's likely that we'll soon come to an understanding.

Congratulations, Lolita. You really sing so well!

Thank you.

She speaks the truth.

Sultan Razul, this is Ms. Nora Divinia.

I'm pleased to make your acquaintance.

Your name is one I always hear being mentioned.

And this is Delfin Gracioso.

How do you do, Your Highness?

Stop that 'Highness' business.

- Come and join us. - Thank you.

Lolita, will you dance with me?

Yes.

Excuse us.

How are you feeling?

I'm feeling dizzy and there's tightness in my chest.

Well, I could help take you home.

No need.

Just help me get to the garden.

It's stifling here.

In that case, let's go.

Are you feeling better now?

Yes.

What is it?

Nothing.

It's like I've seen you before.

Maybe you're mistaking me for another person?

That's likely the case.

But...

your voice...

your eyes...

and the way you carry yourself...

they seem familiar.

That happens to me a lot.

What do you mean?

When I was in Shanghai...

I would often get greeted by total strangers.

And sometimes...

they would ask which costume party I was heading to.

And why is that?

It's because I'd often be mistaken for a young man...

who looked exactly like me.

He lives in Manila.

The only son of a rich couple

who are currently traveling.

Traveling?

- He is... - I already know who he is.

It's Roberto Vergel, right?

That's it!

So you know him as well!

Yes.

And that's why your name is one I hear often.

Why?

Because me and Roberto have become the best of friends.

And he would often mention you to me.

Is that true?

It is.

And he had talked about the love you shared.

And no matter what beauties might be around us...

He only ever thought of and talked about you.

Oh.

Believe me. It's you he could only ever devote his love to.

He lived...

solely for you. Because of that love he felt.

Oh, pitiful Roberto.

Pitiful?

Yes.

Fortunate is what he is!

To have a lover as beautiful as you...

and waiting for his return?

Who's that lover waiting for him?

- Me? - Yes.

It's you, is it not?

He might think that.

But soon as he left, I've removed him from my mind.

Never have I...

grown to love him.

I only accepted his love...

because of his stubbornness.

That's why I allowed him to go on that trip.

It's so that we may be apart.

I've grown to tolerate him.

But when I remember...

he doesn't have the qualities I'm looking for in a lover...

I start to pity myself.

And what are these qualities you're looking for in a lover?

Qualities of a real man.

Power...

manliness and assertiveness, which...

I can see emanate from your person.

Thank you for your praise.

Lolita might be waiting for us already.

It's embarrassing to make them wait.

It's so hot inside.

But here...

there's a captivating gale

which seems to be inviting hearts...

to get swept in the fervor of romance.

In that case, take advantage of this happiness...

brought about by this garden.

I'm heading back inside.

Sultan Razul!

I'm sorry.

Seems Sultan Razul left without a goodbye after meeting Nora.

Maybe not.

Where's Nora?

- At the garden. - Excuse me.

Roberto, would you really leave a woman companion without a goodbye?

No.

From now on...

I'm devoting all the time I have on you.

Why are you looking at me that way?

No reason.

I think you look better without a beard and glasses.

So off these go then. I'll do it for you.

But you'll be recognized!

It's of no consequence, so long as you're happy.

In honor of Miss Lolita del Mar...

who'll play the lead in the movie Miss Philippines...

A shame.

Me and mother are set to go to the province today.

Or else I'd have been able to accompany you to this party.

Why do you look down, Lolita?

What?

It's just that, you'll be leaving me.

Oh, you're just saying that.

What's the real reason?

You should be celebrating...

because now, you'll get to reach your dream...

of becoming a movie star.

That's true. Yes.

But...

It's Roberto.

I knew it!

Has he already declared his love for you?

He hasn't yet.

Couldn't he read in my eyes...

and in the way I move...

how I've loved him for a long time now.

If only I could hear from his lips...

words saying he also loves me...

my happiness would be complete.

Oh, love.

If only it weren't unseemly for a Filipino woman...

to declare her love for the one she loves...

I'd have done it already.

Why hasn't he professed love yet?

Does he also feel love for you?

In my opinion...

I really don't know...

Lolita...

have you ever been in love?

These flowers are so lovely.

Lolita...

you haven't answered my question.

Have you ever been in love?

Yes. Once.

And until now, that love holds its power over me.

So that means, you're in a relationship with someone.

I'm not.

It's because the man I love...

has yet to profess his love.

And yet, his eyes tell me...

he also loves me...

the same way I love him.

I wonder why he hasn't declared his love yet?

I don't know.

Maybe that man has a dilemma similar to my own.

And that's why he can't declare his love.

What do you mean?

At this moment...

I am in love with a woman, who is so beautiful...

and so gentle.

And I believe I already have a place in her heart.

- But... - But what?

I myself am holding back that love...

in my heart.

But why?

It's because I've once already suffered heartbreak.

While her own heart is so pure and chaste.

And unmarred.

Is that the only thing holding you back?

Yes.

Because I worry...

that this love of mine...

is not worthy of her own affections.

If the love you have is true and pure...

declare it and, I believe, she will understand you.

Why does it worry

This heart that cherishes someone

Why does it suffer

My emotions

As I feel uncertain

Love... Mysterious in its nature

Every heart comes to love

Sometimes love offer happiness

And sometimes sorrow

Just like I, Who loves someone

I cannot understand

One's true wishes

Beloved, only in you

Does my hope lie

Of being loved

What a beautiful song...

Any creature with a heart who would hear it...

would be brought to reverie and fall in love.

And if he's already in love?

Would that spur him to declare it?

Lolita, the moment I recognized how truthful you are...

Señorito, aren't you going to change yet?

You might arrive late for the LVN event to be held in your honor.

Yes, of course.

Aren't you gonna get changed yet? Señora's been ready for a while now.

- Roberto? Would you excuse me? - Señorita, it's already late in the day!

Go ahead! She'll follow soon.

But it's already noon.

I'll leave you for now, Roberto.

- But Lolita! - Señorito, wait a minute.

Read this.

The Vergels Are On The Way Back To The Philippines

I need to meet them in Shanghai right away!

But that can't be.

You need to be with Lolita for that tribute.

She might get mad at you.

You don't understand how much trouble there'll be if...

Papa gets here and sees them!

I need to meet them at Shanghai before they head here!

That's right.

Oh, Lolita!

- What is it? - I can't go with you to LVN.

What? You're not coming with me? But...

I regret it but...

there's an extremely important matter I need to fix first.

In that case, I'll wait for you.

That can't be. I'm going somewhere very far.

What?

This departure of mine is against my wishes.

But it is what circumstances demand.

On my return, I shall tell you the identity of the woman I love.

Roberto?

Until my return.

Let's go, Nano.

You need to come with me so you can return the car.

Understood.

Where to?

To FEATI Airport.

It's important I get on a plane and catch Papa at Shanghai.

Understood.

Buste?

We still need to keep secret from Lolita...

my true identity.

I'll be the one to tell her once I return.

Yes, Señorito.

What's wrong with you?

Why do you look sad?

If you truly love him, why didn't you stop him?

But...

what right do I have to stop him?

When he hasn't made clear his love for me yet?

Oh, this child.

Mother?

It's because...

My child.

If the cause of this is my drinking...

I'll forget all about that vice.

I won't drink anymore. Not even a single drop.

I'll do it for you.

Thank you, Mother.

Go get changed. Surely they're already waiting at the studio.

I'm no longer going.

But...

the occasion is being held in your honor!

Today you sign a contract. And it is the day of your victory!

Victory?

What use is this victory to me?

When my heart...

is devoid of happiness.

Lolita!

...will serve as the tribute by LVN Pictures for Lolita del Mar.

In attendance are the actors you know, such as...

Art Cantrell, Pilar Padilla, Manuel Silos, the Director...

who's eyeing, this early, a bottle of champagne...

This Sano, when it's about liquor, you can count on him.

Wait, who did he spot just now?

Could it already be Lolita?

Let's see. He's said his goodbyes to Art and Pilar...

and to Francisco Monroy.

Ah, it's Rebecca Gonzales and Director Luis Silos.

Bayani Casimiro and Banahaw Sevilla.

Go ahead, drink, forget Rebecca's there.

And who are they motioning to have wine given to?

Could it already be Lolita?

Let's see.

Here's the Director walking. Oh, it's Mila del Sol!

Jaime, shouldn't you get your own food?

And what is he whispering to Susana de Guzman about?

Susana's turned around and she's heading towards somebody.

It's understandable. Let Susana light the cigarette...

for her husband, Tony Arnaldo.

Here is Ronaldo Vertudia, Erlinda Cortez...

There's Gil De Leon.

And here comes the famous brother of Jaime, Rogelio dela Rosa

alongside Ely Ramos.

Greetings this way and that way. A smile here, a smile there.

A handshake here, a handshake there.

An actor's life truly is a happy one.

That's what they say. But where is Lolita?

Why isn't she here yet? Did Ely Ramos point towards her just now?

Let's see where he and Roger are going.

Who did he shake hands with?

Ahhh, it's Naty Ruby, the director Luis Silos, and Mila Del Sol.

More handshakes.

Hey what's that? He just got a kiss.

But Ely won't let him get the upper hand. You see that?

Who did Roger smile at?

Ah, he's gone to Susana de Guzman's table.

Again, more handshakes.

Is Lolita no longer arriving?

Eager to see her are the folks awaiting here for her tribute.

Ely has introduced himself to Alexa. Seems like he's in the lead now.

And who is this? "Ah, so you're here!"

Apparently even brothers shake hands.

More handshakes.

Hey, you might end up kissing her!

Who is Jaime pointing to? He's telling Roger where his buddies are.

Folks such as Dindo Danao.

Here we have the directors, Ramon Estella, Corazon Noble...

Manuel Eloriaga and Jaime Castellvi.

Yet the one everyone's awaiting, Lolita, isn't here yet.

Where could she be? She's still not here yet.

Lolita still hasn't arrived. The guests are getting impatient.

What could have happened to her?

Maybe we should ask Delfin to fetch her?

That's likely for the best.

I'll take care of it.

Take it easy? You've had too much already.

I know what I'm doing.

This is my only way to-

The Director.

Delfin? You know where Lolita lives, right?

Yes I do. Why?

Can you fetch her? The guests are getting impatient.

- That's easy. I'll go right away. - Thank you.

- Goodbye, Nora. - Delfin?

Don't go.

I can't do that. You saw me say yes to the Director.

I don't care. Just don't go.

Problem with you is you only care about yourself.

You're so narrow-minded! Well, goodbye.

Delfin... if you leave, we're through!

Fine! And who do you think you're threatening? Me?

Let me tell you, I want the same thing too!

- What? - Yes.

I have no patience for people like you...

who are stuck living in their former glory days.

What are you saying?

Actors like us...

have careers that would rise and then eventually wane.

You might be unaware or perhaps you're in denial...

but your accomplishments are in the past.

- Lies. - Truth.

So don't push it.

I know that time is near for me as well.

But Lolita will be my savior.

She has no future.

You're wrong.

Her future is bright.

So I'll do my best to make her mine.

That way I can be there to share in her success.

No matter. Roberto loves me.

- We'll get married when he returns. - Married?

Congratulations!

You'll all pay for this.

Señorito?

Here's the ticket to Shanghai.

- Is it leaving soon? - There's still an hour to go.

Right.

Best we go to the RCA office.

I'll send a radiogram to Papa...

and tell them to wait for me. We might miss each other.

- Good idea. - Let's go.

We'll just leave you for now.

So Lolita doesn't want to go to LVN anymore.

Don't worry. I've been trying to convince her for a while now.

I think she's coming around to it.

- Is that so? - Yes.

Just wait for us.

Señora?

Last time we met, your figure looked different.

Looks like you lost weight.

Oh, yes, yes.

You know, it's due to the heat.

Just wait a while, alright?

And I think we've already met each other before.

It's possible. But I don't remember it anymore.

Now please excuse me.

Sir?

Mr. Roberto Vergel.

Who's this Roberto Vergel?

Roberto Vergel?

Mr. Vergel! So you're in the Philippines!

Oh, Detective.

This message is intended for you.

Earlier, Nora and Delfin have had a falling out.

And Nora said she'll wait for your return, so that you can get married.

Isn't that great news?

That means nothing to me.

- I've forgotten her already. - But, Mr. Vergel?

Papa, let's meet in Shanghai. I'll arrive there shortly.

Extra.

Mr. Vergel? I still have additional news.

It's about Delfin and...

But for what? You don't know Lolita del Mar anyway.

Lolita del Mar? Come here.

What do you know about Lolita?

- So you know her? - Yes, why?

What did you find out?

Well, in that case...

This news will be worth something to you.

It's about her!

That enough?

Earlier, after his argument with Nora...

he said he'll do whatever he can...

to make Lolita his lover.

That way, he'll be able to share in Lolita's future success.

It's likely she's at the studio by now.

I know. I'll be going now.

Roberto!

What a wonderful surprise this is!

How did you know I was here?

You're mistaken. I'm not here for you.

But the woman I'm taking to the altar.

And that's me. Right?

That's what you think.

Why did you say that?

It's because I've long erased you from my mind.

You're kidding, darling.

No.

Because I don't possess the qualities you're looking for in a man.

Qualities like assertiveness, power and manliness.

Who told you that?

Was it Sultan Razul?

You did.

What?

Here's Miss Philippines

She and Delfin look like they'd make a great couple!

Mrs. Sepa!

My washerwoman!

I knew I've seen that Miss Philippines already!

Lolita!

It's great you've arrived! We've been waiting for a long time.

I hope you can forgive me because...

Roberto!

Lolita! I would like to talk with you for a while.

Sir? Who are you?

Lolita, let's go.

Sir!

Director, let them go!

- What is it? - Listen, as this is a good scene.

Sepa, don't go!

You stopped getting the laundry and now acting like you're somebody!

You're mistaken, Señ-

I do not know you, Miss.

Wow!

This is wonderful.

The woman who does my laundry doesn't recognize me anymore.

Great!

I can't leave here by myself.

I must take the woman I love with me.

Then take her with you.

That is the reason why I'm here. To do exactly that.

What do you mean?

Lolita, you are the woman I love.

Believe in me.

Roberto.

Yes, Lolita. I love you.

And you've known that for a long time now.

Even though it's only now that you heard it from my lips.

So, come with me this very moment.

Don't tell me...

the love I see in your eyes...

and in your actions...

is not meant for me?

- But? - Lolita, you are my life.

You are my hope. You are my happiness.

You are everything to me.

- But Robert... - No more buts. Tell me you love me.

- Right now? - Yes, right this moment.

Right now.

Don't you love me as well?

Don't you love me as well?

Lolita, this is the happiest moment of my life.

Let's go back inside.

I'll shout it out, how you're the woman I love the most.

They all need to know.

- Let's go. - Yes.

This needs to be made known to everyone.

- Nora, don't. - Don't interfere.

- My child. - Mother.

You're just in time, Lolita.

Everybody, listen.

It's my honor to introduce the real identity...

of our beautiful Miss Philippines.

The star we in high society admire.

She's said to be a child coming from wealth.

But the truth is...

she's the daughter of my washerwoman.

Nora, stop it!

Not only does she pretend to be rich...

she's also someone who steals somebody's man.

Take a look.

She wants to steal away my lover, Roberto Vergel.

Roberto Vergel?

So that means...

you're in a relationship with her?

Yes, I am-

And you're Roberto Vergel?

You're the real owner of the house we're staying in?

Yes, but-

Why did you fool us?

Mother...

Let her go!

She's not the kind of woman worthy of you.

Someone who doesn't value the promises she's made...

has no business putting down other people.

And where did you get the right to talk to Nora that way?

And where did you get the right to talk to me that way?

From here!

Delfin!

You're shameless!

You! You're the shameless one!

Hey, sister!

You're a powerhouse!

What happened here?

This is all due to Nora.

And they've left!

Let's go take a look.

- What happened, Señorito? - Where's Lolita?

She left. I was calling for her but she didn't pay me any mind.

She got on a taxi. I heard her tell the driver to take her home!

She was crying!

I couldn't tell why.

Why? What happened?

Señorito!

- Señorito! - Nano!

- Nano! - Doña Margarita!

How are you!

- Who's this? - Doña Margarita!

You're one of them too! Shameless!

- Where's Lolita? - Hurry! She went home!

Here! This taxi!

Because in the story itself of Miss Philippines...

the lead female character is the daughter of a washerwoman!

So this is great publicity!

- Well then, let's follow them! - Let's go!

I swear I'll never ride a plane again! I'll simply die!

You're more likely to die if you never see your son again.

We took the plane to get here faster!

Roberto, why did you follow me?

Lolita, you have to listen to my explanation!

There's no need.

There is!

- Because I love you. - Love?

Yes.

Is it love to play me like a fool?

To leave me blinded by your pretense?

Lolita, you must listen to my explanation...

before judging me.

So that you may drown me once again with your lies?

You are mistaken. I have always-

Is it not enough, how you've played with my heart...

and allowed me to believe you loved me?

While you were likely already laughing at me from the start?

I hadn't been laughing at you.

I beg you. Just allow me to leave this house...

which ended up as the burial place of my happiness.

Lolita.

You're just allowing our hearts to suffer.

Roberto.

I know you love me the same way I love you.

That's why, like it or not, you'll come with me.

And we shall get married.

Get married?

Yes.

Roberto.

I do love you as well.

But, have you never seen my poverty as a flaw?

No, my love.

I have witnessed how truthful you are.

So I have no hesitation whatsoever.

Roberto.

But...

what of Nora?

Don't worry about her. She means nothing to me.

- Is that true? - Believe me.

Right away we'll get on a plane.

And fly towards our life of happiness.

Roberto!

Won't you come to regret this?

No. This is what will bring me happiness.

Señorito! Where are you going?

To FEATI Airport!

Hey, they left the house!

Hey, Lolita!

Hey, get over here!

Where's Lolita?

They headed to FEATI Airport!

FEATI Airport? What are they doing there?

I don't even know what's going to happen to my daughter!

What will we do now?

This has gotten too confusing!

Buste! Why are you all dressed up?

What's going on here?

Where's Roberto?

He went to...

- Where? - To FEATI Airport!

I knew that kid was returning home!

Let's go!

He took my daughter with him!

Who's this!

Let's go. We need to get to FEATI.

Let's go follow them!

Is the plane about to leave soon?

Yes. It's leaving soon.

Señorito!

Papa! Mama!

How fortunate you're here. Now we don't have any more worries.

What foolishness is this!

Papa, this isn't foolishness!

I'm gonna be getting married!

- What? - Get down here!

Oh no! Let's just see each other at Shanghai, Papa!

At Shanghai!

We'll be going now, Mother! Uncle Buste, Nano, farewell!

Foolishness is all this kid knows!

That's simply how getting married works.

Be good, my child!

- Buste, my child just left me! - They'll be back!