Just a little more push! It's about to come out!
Water! Here it is!
Your second child is a boy.
What are you going to name him?
Magnifico!
Ikoy, wake up! You'll be late for school! Ikoy, you'll be late!
Ria, what's wrong?
We saw Chickie this morning. She was already dead.
Come on Ria. This is deep enough.
Papa...
Ria, let it go. She's dead. I'll find you a new puppy.
But Papa... Come on child.
Ikoy, let's go. We're going to be late.
Concentrate. Are you all right Magnifico?
Ma'am, I forgot my lessons.
It's okay. Just answer those questions that you know and then go back to the rest.
Try to recall the lessons okay?
Well, what else do you like? I still have to sell these. How many do you want?
Mama, please add one for Magnifico.
All right. Just make sure you're giving it to Magnifico.
Hey Richelle. Can I have some of that siopao?
There's not enough left.
Please.
Okay. Just one bite.
Sure. One bite. Wow, this is good.
You ate all of it.
I asked you and you said it was okay.
I didn't tell you to eat all of it. Now, I have none left.
That's your problem.
There, you made her cry. You really eat too much.
Well, she was okay earlier.
Here. I'll give you this. Just don't cry anymore okay?
Your list is getting longer. Please tell your Mama to pay your debt.
Hey Magnifico, where are you going?
Please call me Ikoy. I'm off to Ms. Cristy's store.
I like to call you Magnifico. Ikoy sounds bad to me.
That's a good kid. And handsome too. I can't wait to see him when he grows up.
Shut up!
I didn't say anything.
Stop that! Buy me soft drinks okay? I can't find someone to do it for me.
Then please tell the queen of gossip I only married twice, not thrice!
Really? I'll smack that woman! Tell her she always makes up wrong stories.
Buy me two liters and then keep the change.
Wait, whom do you love more, that big-mouthed Cristy or me?
Of course, I love you both.
You're really so cute. I'll accept that. Hey, do that faster, will you?
Babes, have you seen my jeans?
I placed it on the bed a while ago.
I see.
Your boyfriend is a hunk. And he looks delicious.
One soy sauce and two liters of soft drinks? Wait here.
Just flatter them. You know those girls.
They easily give in when you shower them with compliments.
You shouldn't let Tess order you around.
She'll get used to it. Hi Domeng.
A pack of cigarettes and a box of matches too.
Here. I offer you my condolences.
How did you know?
Paeng told me. I saw him earlier at the market.
Life really works like that. All of us will die.
It's best if you marry so that someone will take care of you especially now that your Mama's gone.
Look at Guido.
He's a drunkard but somebody still married him. I'm sure you're a lot better than him.
Thanks Cristy.
He really takes everything seriously.
But Ms. Cristy, you aren't married too.
Well, how can I marry if the one I like is not courting me?
Do you want to buy some of this? Avon has some new products here.
You're right on time. I was planning to order the product I saw on TV.
The one that's in right now. It gives a natural look to women.
Oh the one that Chinnie ordered the other day.
No, not that one. By the way, have you heard about Chinnie?
Every night, she is seen going to the lake.
Really?
Ria, stop bothering Mrs. Doring.
But we're only playing.
Even so.
What are you doing here?
I told you not to come here if you don't have any dead person.
You pests! I'll put you inside the coffin!
It's okay. They're gone.
Why are you still here? Go away! Go!
I'll tell them not to bother you.
Has your brother arrived?
Not until next week.
I see. Just give him my regards then.
I will.
Does your Papa have work?
He's building a house in another town.
Tell him to come to my factory when he's free. I need an extra hand. Okay?
Okay sir. Don't forget to tell him.
Hurry up son. I need your help.
Okay Mama.
I still have to finish the embroidery.
Are you doing that again? When will you ever finish that?
Just let me be. This is my only hobby.
Where's Mama?
Outside. She's massaging someone.
Come on son. Hurry up.
You can leave her now. I'll take care of her. Mama.
You're going to get killed! Quick! Get out of there!
What I don't understand is how you can get hurt when you're just playing cards all day?
Oh grandma, it's quite difficult exercise.
Okay, it will get healed. If there is still pain, come back here.
Wow. It's so cute.
I got this for you.
Really? Is it a female or a male?
It's a female.
Female. What shall I name her? I know. How about Chiquita?
It suits her. It's beautiful.
Grandma, can you please get our kite? Please.
You kids aren't being careful! Where is it anyway?
Over there!
Big Brother!
How are you?
Grandma, you might fall!
My grandson. That's my grandson! He's studying in Manila as a scholar!
Get in. Your Papa and Mama are inside! My grandson is so handsome.
He's here!
Aren't you supposed to come home next week? Wait I'll prepare food for you.
Son, what a surprise. Don't you have school today?
Edna, do we still have some food left?
Wait, I'll fry something. How's your studies Miong?
Papa, grandma is on the roof. She might fall.
Mama! Mama!
Oh, how much will the doctor ask from us? Do you think it will reach two hundred?
What? Will you stop thinking about that Edna?
Mama...
Son, let's go home.
Mama, you can't walk.
Oh but I can. Look it's only a scratch.
Mama, please don't be stubborn. It's better if the doctor examines you first.
They're taking too long. I wonder how grandma is.
Does Mrs. Doring still live in the cemetery?
Yes. Is it true that Mrs. Doring is a zombie?
What?
I said is Mrs. Doring a zombie?
Zombie? Of course not. She was about to die. She put a wire around her neck to hang herself.
Good thing, Mrs. Pracing saw her and called a neighbor.
They prevented it.
According to them, her entire family died from a fire. She's the only one left.
Since then, she isolated herself from other people.
What a pity.
Hey, man!
Since when have you arrived?
Just this noon. How are you? You got a car now!
Of course. My brother is rich.
Hey, why don't you come to my house tomorrow? Let's get together.
Okay but leave her home. She's doing that jerking all day.
If that's contagious, I won't be able to drive.
Okay. Tomorrow. I'll look forward to that.
Tomorrow man.
Your Mama has diabetes.
Doctor, are you sure?
I'm afraid so. And not only that, according to her test results, she has cancer of the pancreas.
It's already in the advanced stage.
What we can only do is control the disease to avoid other complications.
Where's your brother?
He's with Makoy.
Son, please bear with me.
Mama, don't think about that. Just take a rest.
I'm already old. Don't worry. I won't last anyway.
Mama, don't say that. I'll buy you medicine.
Please don't. It will just go to waste.
Mama...
How are you doing?
We're doing fine sir.
Good. I want you to do your best. We have a lot of orders.
All right sir.
Okay.
That's quite good.
Gerry, Orly is looking for you. He said there's business in town.
Okay. I'll just see him after this.
Don't forget about it later.
I won't. Okay.
Good afternoon.
Since when have you arrived?
Just two days ago. I just came by to visit my Papa.
Go to him then.
Okay.
Let me help you with that.
There's no need. You're not used to it.
Just relax so that when you get back to Manila, you'll look very fresh.
But Papa...
When will you go back to school? We spent your allowance for the hospital bills of your grandma.
I'll just borrow money from Orly at once. We have to work in town.
That's okay Papa. I won't return to Manila for now.
But what about your studies?
I'll just help you here. I already told Mama. I lost my scholarship.
Stop that. That's why you have very poor eyesight.
I have to finish this.
In our hometown... our hometown, though small... you'll see different things.
There is a hospital, school, church... park and stores. Hey, it's already late! Go to sleep!
There is a doctor, vendor, teacher, carpenter... Don't bother him. He's studying.
He keeps on studying but not a single thing gets into his head.
He's not worth the tuition fee.
Who knows, Ikoy might be the one to help us.
There are lots of kids. You can play with each other and run around.
It's fun when there are lots of kids.
If I'm going to pawn this, I won't get it back.
But that would be a waste Mama.
What can we do? Better than not having anything to eat.
She even deducted from it.
You can still redeem that Mama.
Your grandmother just had to get sick. She won't live long.
Okay. Lando, let's eat. Gerry, come on.
I'll just arrange my things.
Do that later.
I'll just follow later.
Well, it's up to you. Just don't be long. It's bad to skip meals. I'm already hungry so I'll be off.
Man, your Papa brags about you a lot.
He's so proud that he has a scholar in Manila then all of a sudden you'll just flunk out.
Do you happen to know of any job vacancy around?
I don't want to be a burden to my family.
You know Isang, don't you? Isang?
Yes?
Ask a job from Isang.
Their family business has flourished since Mr. Romy opened a woodcarving shop.
You know, carved woods?
Besides, she always asks me about you. She's head over heels in love with you.
Idiot!
So if I were you, I'll court her. If you win her, your family is secured.
Mama, grandma wants to embroider.
Tell her she cannot. It's tiring, and besides she might just ruin it.
Okay Mama.
Grandma, Mama said it's not possible. How about my shirt? It has a hole in the armpits.
Give me that. I'll sew it. Do you have others?
I'll look at Helen's clothes.
Grandma, is your illness really bad?
It's not contagious grandson.
That's not what I mean grandma!
I'm just asking because Mama said you won't last long.
If I live longer, you will suffer. If I die, you'll spend a lot too.
Grandma!
Why did I not save up money before? So even if I die now, I won't leave problems to Geraldo!
Grandma, how expensive is it to die?
Well, you need a coffin, a plot. You'll buy all of that.
Are they expensive?
Yes. Quite.
About how much?
I don't know. Maybe around thirty thousand or more.
Thirty thousand?
Ikoy! Take care of Helen! She's dirty again!
I'm coming Mama!
I saw your brother about months ago. Does he still come here?
He just got married last month. He's now living in Manila.
I see. Well, do you have plans of studying?
I'm already a vocational course graduate.
Besides, Papa wants me to stay here to help him. When will you go back there?
I won't return there anymore.
But why?
So that you won't miss me again. Ikoy said you always ask about me.
But I thought...
Are you doing something tonight? I'd like to ask you out.
It's costly to die these days. How much is a coffin now?
Papa's coffin amounted to fifteen thousand. It was that expensive but still looked ugly.
Mama, with only thirty thousand you'll have a coffin and a plot already.
Thirty thousand? Do you know how much that is? You know nothing.
Stop that. All you talk about is death. Maybe Mama has a long life to live.
She's still alive yet you're killing her already.
I hope you're right because that would be a big problem.
Don't treat the old woman like that. She's my Mama. She took care of me when I was young.
I know. But it's better if we prepare for... you know. It will happen to all of us.
The thing is we're not rich. We should think of the inevitable.
Hey, don't forget the money for the fiesta. It only happens once a year.
Thanks, my son.
Mama, try to get better.
Has Nita returned? She may have back pains again.
What about Yolly? Ask her to come here. I will give her a massage.
Mama... you can't do that anymore.
I still can. Just assist me okay? Give whatever I'll earn to Edna so she can buy some food.
Mama, just ignore Edna. She just talks a lot because she has many things in mind.
Son, I want to eat sweets. Would you buy me some?
Mama, you have diabetes. It's not good for you...
Please. I haven't eaten that for so long. Please? Just a little piece.
Mama, you can't eat sweets. Don't be stubborn.
Gerry, how's Miong?
I'm teaching him what he needs to know.
By the way, I'm planning to renovate my house. I was hoping you can do it.
No problem. I'll have Miong to help me.
I also want to have the pipes replaced. So, we're agreed on this?
Of course.
Okay. Let's talk more about it tomorrow.
Okay.
Come downstairs. The neighbors want to give their condolences.
I'll be right there.
Come on.
We offer our sympathies Domeng.
Thanks you Edna.
Condolences Mr. Domeng.
Come in. Thank you Gerry. Uncle, please give them something to drink.
How's your Mother-in-law?
Well, according to the doctor, she has cancer.
Oh, that's tough.
And costly too.
That coffin must be expensive.
That one. Oh yes.
But Domeng saved up for that a long time ago. Even the plot is ready.
Really?
Domeng really has lots of money. The woman he'll marry would really be lucky.
I heard he already brought a plot.
You aren't listening. I just told Edna about that.
Well what lot were you talking about?
The plot in the cemetery. The one for his Mama.
I'm talking about the one he got reserved from Auring.
Auring, the one who's selling lots in the subdivision.
Oh, really?
Hey man, that was my last cigarette!
Jesus Christ, for the sake of your holy feet and hands pierced by hard and pointed nails...
Almighty God, have mercy on the soul of Maria Mercedes.
Jesus Christ, for the sake of your holy sides from which blood and water flowed forth.
Almighty God, have mercy on the soul of Maria Mercedes.
Magnifico! What are you doing?
Ma'am, I'm getting some vegetables for our lunch.
I see. But have you done your homework already?
Yes ma'am.
That's good. I'll be going now.
Ma'am, please wait.
What is it?
Can I ask just how many thirty thousand is?
Thirty thousand? Well, let's just say it's my salary for five months. That's how big it is.
Okay, here. Have you ever seen a one thousand peso bill?
Yes Ma'am. The woman at the pawnshop gave Mama one of that.
Yes. Thirty pieces of that makes up thirty thousand. Do you get it now?
That's quite a lot.
It is. It can buy lots of food already. Anyway, I'll be going. Bye.
Thanks ma'am.
Are you sure about this? If your Papa finds out, he'll kill us.
That's why we'll keep it a secret. So, are you going to help me or not?
Hey Carlo! It's over here! Come on. Hurry up! You're so slow.
She's always grouchy.
What's up with you? Just go with me.
What do you need? Has anyone died?
No ma'am.
Then go away! You're just pestering me! Leave! Leave!
I just wanted to ask how much a...
If you don't have any dead person, get out of here! Go away!
I told you! She's grouchy!
Say Mo-ther. Mo-ther. Come on. Say it. Come on, the doctor said you can speak.
Please speak up. Start with Mama. Mo-ther! Mo-ther!
Mama, please stop it! You're hurting her.
I'm sorry my child. Stop crying.
Little brown hut, with plants aplenty.
You go talk to him. He's quite strict.
All right. It's fine with me.
Good morning Mr. Romy.
Hey Magnifico, Carlo. How are you? Carlo, tell your Mama I'll buy some cured meat from her.
Okay sir.
Where's your Papa.
I think he's at work.
Okay. So do you need anything?
Well yes. Mr. Romy, can we ask for some scrap wood?
Is that all? Just choose the ones that you can use over there.
Really?
Of course. Go on. Thank you so much sir.
Sure. Just give us a week. It will be finished soon. Yes. I'll have it done.
Help the kids tie the woods that they'll get.
Slowly.
Go on.
Grandma, are you about to die?
I think so.
When grandma?
Why do you ask?
Just answer me please. Tell me.
I can't tell.
Promise me, you won't die yet... while the carnival is still here?
Okay.
Try to live until then okay?
For you my grandson, I will try.
Thank you grandma. Sleep now and don't think of anything. Just stay there.
What is it? Tell me or I will not put this up.
Here Magnifico. You may return it anytime.
Thank you.
Wait, what will you use it for?
I will make a... box. Thanks a lot.
I don't care.
I don't care too.
Hey, stop it!
Dona Tessie, it's your turn!
Just a minute. Here.
Hey, I'm using that.
Magnifico needs it. Besides you're too noisy. There. See, you're my favorite. Thank you!
Just use the saw and while you're at it, mop the floor too!
Well, what's that? An eight sticks! Hey here's a one ball.
When will you be my girlfriend? Anyway, it's okay. I'll wait no matter how long it will take.
Really?
Of course. I love you, that's why.
Hey Miong, are you courting my daughter?
Yes. I'm planning to.
If you're truly serious about her, court her properly.
You just don't approach Isang anywhere you please.
Papa.
Go upstairs, now!
You know Miong, I have high respect for your family but I don't like what you're doing.
I kissed her hand and told her that she is the most beautiful woman I've even seen.
Manila girls failed to surpass her beauty. And she really believed it, man.
How did she say yes to you then?
Well I just stared at her longingly, pretended I was impressed by her beauty...
gazed at her eyes, nose, hair...
then she suddenly moved forward and then I kissed her on the cheek!
Hey! You're in love!
Fool! Don't say that!
You are!
Of course not!
You are in love indeed!
No.
Grandma, please hold it. It's 170. You're quite tall Grandma.
It's okay. At least I'm not fat. You'll still save some wood, right?
Grandma, it's 32.
What are you thinking?
I'm still hungry.
What? You ate a lot already.
Can I take a bite? Please.
Share some. Come on.
I don't want to. Hey, save up for the rides in the carnival.
When is it arriving?
I don't know but not soon.
All right. I'll bring Helen along.
Hey!
That's enough!
Don't. He's brother's friend. Let's play over there.
Ria, wait! Can I have your gun?
What are you going to do with this?
I'll have some use for it.
Oh all right. There it's yours.
Do you see that? Over the lake. That's where we're going.
When you cross the bridge, you'll find the carnival. Do you like to go there?
It's fun at the carnival. There are lots of rides. And there are balloons.
Just like the one I gave you from Carlo's birthday. The round yellow one.
Just like a ball with a string?
There are lots of balloons there. Would you like to have one?
Why won't you speak? Even for your brother Ikoy?
Hi Ikoy!
Wow, that's great. Hey, you let her drink from there. That's smart! Hello! Can you hear me?
That's enough Makoy.
Let's see. Let me drink there too.
Stop making fun of my sister! Stop it!
You're such a bad sport!
Hey Ikoy! What are you doing? Hey! You're soaking my shirt!
You're a bully! That's enough. Stop playing with that gun.
I'll hit you!
Let me see you try!
Stop that. Take her inside.
Stop crying Helen. He's a bully, making fun of a sick child.
I brought some food for you.
Good evening.
I just brought something for Domeng.
Thank you. I think Domeng is upstairs.
Can you give it to him from me?
All right then. Thank you.
Papa!
Why are you here? You might get run over. Wait!
Don't do that again!
Papa, what if I ask for the wheelchair of...
That's something you shouldn't do. He'll surely not give it.
Go on home. Attend to your grandmother.
Okay Papa.
Take care.
Thank you.
Gerry, where are you going?
I have work in town.
Come on. I can give you a lift.
No thanks Mr. Romy. It's out of your way.
All right then. By the way, your son is courting my Isang.
Really?
If it were only up to me, I wouldn't allow it but I can't stop them.
So, I just wish you would give your Miong some good advice.
By the way, Magnifico asked for some wood the other day. I gave him some.
Maybe, he's planning to practice carpentry right? Okay, I'll be going.
Well, my sister cannot walk. Can we just have the wheelchair of your...?
That can't be.
Please sir. You have no use for it anyway.
Okay. Buy it, for three thousand pesos.
Three thousand?
Magnifico! Bring me some food! I'm so hungry!
That's a lot of food. I can't eat all of that. Please bring me a glass of water too.
What was...?
That's 170.
Make it longer.
Hand me the ruler.
There.
Give me the saw.
I'm holding it.
Did you get that from Mr. Romy?
Well... yes Papa...
What is that you're doing?
Well, Mr. Gerry... It's...
You should do it this way. See, so that it will be straight.
Do you have the measurements for this?
Yes. Here.
I see. This is just a box. This is easy. I'll help you.
If you see her, she looks like a jellyfish.
Miong, is Isang your girlfriend already?
Of course not. You're still young. I'll be going Isang. Later, okay?
I heard that.
How much does this cost?
That one? That's made of a pineapple so it's expensive.
But for you, three thousand pesos will do. Why?
Everything is so expensive these days. Everything is in thousands.
That's because you'll still young. For whom is it anyway?
It's for my grandmother... something to wear to her wake.
Hey, that's not a very good joke.
But I'm not joking.
Kids...
There.
Zip it up.
Wow, you're so beautiful grandma. It's suits you very well.
Oh it's beautiful but it's tight by my waist and hips. But this will do.
Don't worry Grandma. That will fit you right. I'll prepare everything.
Let me kiss you. My grandson is so kind.
Okay grandma.
There.
Grandma, will you wear this veil too?
Let's see if it still fits. Put it on.
I don't think it does. You look like you're going to get married.
My Papa might be looking for me already.
We have been here for less than an hour. Besides, he knows the party is up until twelve.
But what if he goes there to look for me?
Stop thinking about that. How can we have fun?
What is it?
How much is this?
Okay. Can you give it to me for fifty?
Okay. Here. Is this fresh?
That's a hundred, right?
Here. One hundred for a kilo. Thanks a lot.
How much for this? Twenty? Here.
Hey Marigold! How are you?
I'm okay. It's fiesta already. I heard you were hiring a caterer.
Of course not. That's so exaggerated.
What are you going to prepare for the fiesta?
I'll make some noodles.
Hey, give me some noodles here.
Wow, this is great. I'll buy Helen some.
It's for sale outside.
Hey, what is this I've heard? You put make-up on Lilia.
Don't blame me. The problem is her face and not the make-up.
How much is this?
Just a little more.
Use this Papa. Helen likes that. It will be easier for her.
Stop. Please stop.
Why was I given kids like these, Mama?
One is sick, one is stupid and yes, I'm given an intelligent son but he's of no help to me either.
Is this my punishment because I expected that they would take me out of this place?
My son, we'll get past this. Don't lose heart.
It's so hot. I'll cook noodles and soup for the fiesta.
Eat everything you can because after this fiesta, we'll have nothing again.
Life, it's a never-ending misery.
Ikoy, What happened? Is there a problem?
It's nothing Papa.
What is it?
Papa, are you still angry with me because I'm stupid?
I'm not angry son. Just ignore what I said. I'm just upset, that's all. Forget about it okay?
I'm sorry son.
Papa, when are you going to finish that?
Some more years I think. It's quite difficult.
You know, I just found this at the carnival, about a year ago.
Let me try if I can solve it Papa.
You? I can't even work it out myself.
This is not for children. Wait till you grow up. Maybe then, you can solve it.
Hey Ikoy! What is that with you?
This is grandma's wedding dress. It's tight by the waist area. Can you fix it for me?
Sure. But why are you having it repaired?
She's going to wear that. What?
She's going to use it.
When?
Soon. How much would the repair cost?
Of course it's for free. You're like a family to me.
Thank you Isang.
Here I am. I brought you something. Hey Cristy!
What did you prepare? Here is some spaghetti for you.
That looks delicious.
I put some sausage in it. Imported ones.
Just put it there. Here, there is soup and noodles.
You're a slave driver. I thought I was going to die of fatigue earlier. I'm so hungry.
We're not even finished yet but you're giving up already.
Where did you order that rice cake?
From Mrs. Puring.
I thought so. Sometimes, the ingredients she uses are already stale.
Why didn't you tell me earlier?
I have nothing to gain here. This is the problem of adults.
Like my Mama, it's her problem where to get my food. Right?
Just because they're adults doesn't mean they don't need help.
What about my grandma?
She's the oldest but she has the most problems and she can't do anything about it.
Oh well, after that coffin. I'll take a well-deserved vacation. I'm so exhausted.
Are you going to the ballroom contest in the municipal hall?
When is that going to be?
Tomorrow night.
I can't. Why?
You know Geraldo.
Me too. I'm problematic because I have no partner. I can't ask Domeng.
Eat well but do it slowly or you'll choke.
Of course, he's still sad.
I know that. I'm thinking of asking the bus driver.
He's not from here but he has a great body. Handsome too.
I thought you were in love with Domeng?
It's only for a night because I want to get the best couple award.
This is so delicious.
How far is it?
We're almost there. You can't walk because you eat too much.
There it is. Next time, don't stuff yourself.
Is this your family?
Yes. Go home. It's late.
How much does a plot here cost?
It's expensive. Go away.
Can you see us outside?
You were able to come here. You can also go home on your own.
But it's already dark. What if there are ghosts?
There are no ghosts here.
Maybe we can just stay here. You're all alone and it's scary here.
It's scarier outside. Lots of people mean trouble. Here it's peaceful.
What are you waiting for? Go! I'm eating! Go away!
What is it grandma?
My stomach is aching.
Do you want to go to the toilet? I'll call Papa to carry you.
No grandson. I can't take this anymore... I want to die... I want to die...
Grandma, don't say that.
It's so painful. I can't bear it any longer.
Grandma.
Hey!
Well, it was right under my nose.
How about the plot?
I don't know. I still need three thousand.
And what is that for now? You always have problems.
Where do you think can I get that?
We can earn that money.
How?
Do you know what I'm thinking?
Yes. Are we thinking the same thing?
Yes.
Come and buy! Water for two pesos and juice for only five pesos! It's cheap and yummy!
Come over here. For only five pesos. You will like it.
We are here to sell. We are selling cheap but yummy juice.
Come and buy juice and water. It's cheap.
Only five pesos each. So, my friends come over and buy.
It's cheap and yummy. We are selling cheap but yummy juice.
Are you going to buy?
Here, three hundred and six pesos.
That's quite fine.
But the carnival would only stay for two more days. We can't reach three thousand.
Grandma, can you teach me how to make the medicinal herb for sore throat?
Of course. Where did you get that grandson?
Carlo and I sold juice at the carnival. I still need three thousand.
You're very problematic. What is it for?
I'm planning to bring Helen to the carnival. Two more days and it will be gone.
I already have three hundred and six pesos. It's quite a lot.
But why that expensive? Are you buying a toy?
No, it's not that grandma. I don't need that. I'll buy a wheelchair.
Something seems to be missing here.
Of course. There's no top and side section yet.
No. That's not it. It has no color. It doesn't look good, does it?
I know. Do you have varnish at home?
Varnish? I'll see.
By the way, the day after tomorrow, I'm going with my Mama to the city.
I'll just leave the varnish here.
What?
Take this once a day so your throat will heal.
What? Three hundred?
That's all I have. If you want, I can make it three hundred and six.
That can't be.
Please Mr. Domeng. What if I just rent it for a night? For three hundred?
Oh well. Okay.
Thank you very much Mr. Domeng. I'll just come by your house tonight. Thank you very much.
I'm sure you'll be happy tonight.
I'll buy you a balloon, and then we will ride in the ferris wheel. But you may get dizzy.
I know, we'll just ride in the merry-go-round. It's just slower but it's also fun.
Grandma! Papa, something happened to grandma! Grandma, wake up!
Get some rest mama. I'll try to get some money.
There's no need son.
Try to get well and don't worry about anything.
Just use the money to buy food. I'm fine really.
Mama, don't say anything. I'll take care of this.
Oh all right.
Papa wait. You don't need to get money.
Thirty each.
How much would fourteen pieces cost?
Wait. That would be four hundred and twenty.
But I only have three hundred and six.
That will cover ten pieces. That's three hundred. You'll still have six.
Okay. I'll just buy ten. That's 230 in all.
Mama, grandmother took her medicine already.
Did you sell at the carnival?
Yes Mama.
Have some soup.
I'm still not hungry Mama.
Come on. Let's finish your box.
Let's go.
Are you going to make a cupboard out of this? Give it a push.
Is it exact?
Wait. There. Lift it up a little.
It's perfect.
There, it's finished. What are you going to put inside?
Papa, I'll paint it so that it'll be colorful.
Can you do that by yourself?
Yes Papa. I'll be alright.
Okay. I'll go ahead. I'll leave you to finish that. Don't forget to take back the things you loaned.
I won't.
How are you going to provide for my daughter.
Let us first listen to what the kids might want to say...
You're so young! You don't know what you're getting into!
Nothing happened Papa...
Be quiet! You're still a child but you're already a flirt!
Stop it please. I'm ready to marry Isang.
Find someone else that you can fool, but not my daughter.
But I love Isang. My intentions for her are pure.
Do you think you'll become rich if you marry her? I won't give the two of you even one cent!
Don't insult my son. We're poor but that doesn't mean we're after your money.
I'm just saying what I know about your son.
Don't worry. From now on, they will not see each other again.
That's for sure. I'll take Isang to Manila and that's where she'll be until she has learned her lesson.
Avoid Isang, do you understand? Don't see her again.
That's right son. I'm sure you'll meet other girls.
It's your job you should be attending and not girls. Save up so something good will happen to you!
I'll study again.
That's a good idea. Get a scholarship in town.
I'll go back to Manila.
But why don't you just study here?
I'm so tired of living here. I don't want to hear anymore problems.
If it's not about sickness, it's about death. I don't want to hear anymore.
You worthless fool! Who gave you the right to complain when you can't even help out...!
I almost succeeded Papa.
If only I was able to deceive Isang, I would take you in with me
and we will all get rich but my plan failed.
Geraldo, that's enough.
Papa, please stop!
Stop it!
Get out of my sight! Get out!
Will you stop doing that? Nothing will happen even if you solve that.
Damn this life! I can't even solve this thing!
How many years have you wasted on that toy? I'll just deliver some embroidery.
It will still be there until tomorrow.
I will just save money to buy our ticket for the merry-go-round okay?
That's where my Papa is buried.
Come Carlo. Do you think I can get one of this and pay monthly?
And where will you get the money?
That's the problem.
Look, this is where Mr. Domeng's Mama is buried. Mercedes Santiago. Good morning Mr. Domeng.
Why are you here? Are you visiting my Mama?
No Mr. Domeng.
Is that yours too?
When I die, this is where I'll be buried.
How much did that cost you?
Are you going to buy one already? You're still young.
No Mr. Domeng. It's for my grandmother.
I thought you were renting the wheelchair?
Yes Mr. Domeng.
I'll try if I can rent it tonight. It's just that I spent the money on grandma's medicines...
How much do you think this cost?
Quince mil!
Quince mil? How much is that?
Quince means fifteen! Fifteen thousand!
I see. That's a lot.
Get out of here. You're just disturbing me. You have no business here! Go away!
Hasn't your throat healed yet?
You're just tricking me. I threw it away because it was useless! Now, go! Fools.
Come and buy drinks to quench your thirst. It's cool and delicious.
Come and buy our juice. It's cool and delicious.
That's okay friend. There's nothing we can do anymore.
This story never ends! Ikoy, Helen has been waiting for you.
Go to carnival.
Mama, go to carnival.
Are you going to the carnival.
Yes.
I'm on my way there. I'll give you a ride.
No thanks. We're okay.
It's difficult that way for your sister. There's a car here. You don't need to walk. Get in.
That's the loudest game in the carnival. And there are more games over there.
This is the colored game. That's the cotton candy. And the ice cream.
And here is our ride but we have to fall in line first.
Just a minute.
No it's okay. For the two of you, it's only three pesos per ticket.
Thank you very much.
This is great! Do it faster!
There's the ferris wheel but we have no more money.
Come on, let's just go over there.
Handsome, don't forget I won.
Pay me now mister.
Throw it.
Hey Magnifico! Come here!
Look, I won a lot of money.
That's a lot.
Here's a hundred. That's for you.
Really?
Of course. Bring your sister to the ferris wheel or the caterpillar. And to the merry-go-round too.
Are you sure? Go on. Thank you.
I also heard about that.
That Isang will be going to Manila tomorrow because Mr. Romy is sending her there?
Ikoy! Oh you brought your sister Helen.
Here's one hundred. Choose whatever ride you like.
Go on and have fun. Oh no. It's okay.
I want you to keep it.
Thank you.
Hey boy, come here. Fall in line here. This is for free. Hurry up.
Hey, give these two a free ride.
Do you want a balloon? This is for you.
How much is that?
No. That's for free.
No sir. I can pay.
I'm giving it to her for free.
Thank you very much.
You're welcome.
Papa!
Have you been to the carnival?
Yes Papa.
Come on. Let's go home.
Okay.
Papa.
Have you apologized to Isang?
I don't know what to say to her.
Go to her now. I heard from Ms. Cristy that Isang is leaving for Manila today. I'll go now.
If you get cured, promise you won't be grouchy anymore.
Go away! I said go away!
I'm sorry Mama. It slipped out of my hand.
Don't worry about it. Before I forget, Mr. Domeng bade me to tell you to go to him.
Really? I wonder why.
I have no idea.
Okay Mama. I'll just finish up here.
I'll finish that. Go to him now. Take care okay?
Okay Mama.
I admit, I was not serious at first but you're not difficult to love. I'll persevere Isang.
I'll prove to you and to your Papa that I really love you. I just hope you can wait...
Mr. Domeng!
Help! The boy is hit! Help me! Have mercy on the poor kid!
For grandma's flowers.
My son...
My grandchild...
Your friend is dead. Ikoy is gone.
Go away! Go away! Go!
It's more than enough for Mama's burial expenses.
How much?
Five pesos.
Mama.
Come up here! It's time to eat!
Papa, hurry up or I'll be late!
I'll be right there!
Eat! Papa!
Grandma, she's becoming talkative.
Edna, Mama look. It's solved. Magnifico did it.
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