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The opening celebrates a victory, then shifts into the speaker's frustration that winning never feels satisfying or enough. It reveals the emotional cost of constant success and the feeling that achievement means nothing at home.
Who's that?Wait, that's the most expensive car here.No way.Who owns that car?Who's driving?
I'm going to win so hard.
Congratulations.Looks like this is your lucky night.Anything you want to say?
Luck?Luck has nothing to do with my winning.I'm the best.Of course I was going to win.No doubt about that.Losing?That's not in my vocabulary.
Made Lauren's, everyone.
I won.
I expected you to win.
Good publicity for sure.I thought if I won enough and no death, they'd finally look at me.Another trophy, another medal, another championship, another perfect performance.I kept thinking the next one would be different, that maybe this time they'd be proud.Maybe this time they'd see me.
Winning isn't enough.
But somewhere along the way, winning stopped feeling like winning.It became expected, normal, required, like breathing, like something I was supposed to do.Not something worth celebrating.
At home, victory means nothing.
The story moves to a peaceful seaside moment before Vera's mother worries about her risky hobbies. It then shifts to the resort staff and a brief farewell as the family prepares to leave.
Sunrise painted gold across the ocean
Salt air in my hair, got nothing left to prove.Barefoot on the shoreline laughing with the tide.
Every little moment feels like mine.Got my arms stretched out on the sea and on this sea.
No maps, no pirates
Vera Mendoza, THAT'S ENOUGH OF THAT.COME HERE ALREADY.
You're mad.You only call me by my full name when you're mad.
I am serious.Did you see how big those waves were?They're dangerous.
Mom, that's why it's called surfing.We actually wait for the big waves.
And that's exactly what worries me.Honestly, all your hobbies make my heart jump.This surfing, your cycling, your skateboarding on the road.Every time you go out, I get scared.
Mom.
The only hobby you have that doesn't worry me is when you're playing drums.
See?Drumming is good for your health.
It's almost dinner.
Yeah, I'm actually a little hungry.
Well, that's a surprise.
Hey, surfing makes people hungry.
Good morning, Mrs.Mendoza.Everything is running smoothly.Occupancy is almost full this week.
That's good to hear.How are the guests?Any concerns?
None.Guests have been very happy.
Sweet.
Vera.
Depends.Am I in trouble?
Look at you.You've grown up so much.The last time I saw you, you were racing around the resort on a bicycle.
I still do that.
Just want to make sure everything is okay before we leave tomorrow morning.
Yes, ma'am.Everything is under control.
You're doing great in your job, Grace.If there's any problem, call me, okay?
Thank you so much, ma'am.We'll take good care of the villas.
Thank you, ma'am.Goodbye.Safe flight.
Thank you, everyone.Take care of everything here.
Back at home, Vera settles in and talks with a friend about finally telling her mother the truth. She agrees to visit the university open house, setting up the next big decision.
I miss my room.
Ira, come in.Before you disappear into that bed forever, unpack your luggage.
Ugh, yes, Mom.I love you.
I love you, too.
Wait, you're back in Cebu already?
Yeah, just got home, actually.
So, did you finally tell your mom
Not yet.I'm planning to tell her tomorrow.
You better.The open house is next week, and we're going.
We are?
Yes, we are.Someone has to stop you from overthinking this.
I haven't even decided yet.
Please, we both know you're going.
Maybe.
That's Ira language for yes.Come with me next week, just see the campus, no pressure.
Okay.I'll go.
Finally, about time.
Vera tells her mother she wants to attend Showa University and explains why it matters to her. Her mother responds with support, caution, and pride as Vera commits to the choice.
Good morning, Mom.
Wow, it smells amazing.
What is it?
Mom, I want to go to Showa University.
Manila is different.And Showa is different.The pressure, the competition, the people.
Maybe, but I can handle myself.Besides, you went there.Maybe that's one of the reasons I want to go.It's a part of your story, and maybe I want it to become a part of mine, too.
You really want this?Then I won't stop you.But promise me something.Be careful.Call me.You always have a home here.I'm proud of you.
Thank you so much, Mom.I love you.
Take care.Call me when you land.
At Showa University, Vera and her companion arrive for the open house and worry about fitting in. The chapter ends with a sudden emotional turn as a kiss leaves Vera questioning whether she's falling in love.
Bye, Mom.
I can't believe we're actually here.Showa University.Tomorrow's open house day.This is it.
Tell me about it.What if we don't fit in?What if the classes are impossible?
Then we'll figure it out together.We always do.
Wow.
What?
This place is even prettier in person.
You're already acting like you study here.
Maybe I will.
Wait.CR emergency.
Seriously?
Very seriously.Don't get lost.
No promises.
Oh my god.Is this love or just one kiss messing both of us up?You look at me.Now everything's dangerous.Your touch, your smell, your voice stays stuck in my head too much.Oh my god.Why is my heartbeat acting like this?One stupid kiss and now nothing feels innocent.
Oh my god.
Is this love?