Men Are From QC, Women Are From Alabang (2024) Movie Script
1
What do you think?
I did the right thing, didn't I?
I think I did the right thing.
I don't know.
There are roughly
around 14 million people in Metro Manila
and the public transport system
in the capital region, includes
buses, jeepneys, tricycles,
taxis and the rail transit systems.
But what choice do we have?
I spend around four to five hours
in traffic a day.
That's 20 to 25 hours a week.
At least 80 hours a month.
960 hours a year.
This is the reality for most Filipinos.
Shit, right?
I'm from Quezon City.
I'm from Alabang.
@Tino, you got the job?
Down for Tagaytay?
No more seats?
Thank you.
Wait...
Wait up!
Sorry about that.
-Hi.
-Hi, sir.
-Good morning.
-Good morning.
Thank you.
I'm sorry, I was here first.
Actually, I got here first.
That's my bag.
My coffee.
Really?
Drink up, "Tita Babes."
I have a meeting.
Sorry.
You know what, it's okay.
Share a seat and win a friend.
Or not.
-Good morning.
-Hi! Sorry!
Sorry, I'm two minutes late. Yes.
The traffic was bad.
Well, good morning.
Thank you so much for your time.
Call me Aica, please.
-Introduce yourself.
-My course is communication,
but now I'm here
in the marketing industry for a year now.
-And five years from now?
-Well, five years from now,
I see myself as a producer
for news and documentaries.
You know...
Going to new places, telling stories
of people who deserve to be heard.
But I'm on a new journey now
and I'm embracing the new path.
And, you know,
I'm very goal-oriented and honest.
-What a liar.
-Sorry?
Are you with someone right now?
No, it's just really noisy here.
We're done.
-That's it?
-Yes.
Thank you so much for your time.
Thank you so much.
-Okay!
-I'll be waiting.
Thank you.
What's your deal?
Do we know each other?
You think you're honest?
Seriously.
Your answers are obviously rehearsed.
There.
I can see it in your eyes.
I'm glad that I won't ever see you again.
Miss!
Your coffee.
Right where you left it.
Have a good day, Tita Babes.
Shit.
Okay.
Was he handsome?
He was nosy.
You didn't answer the question.
Honey, Aica did not answer.
But what were you doing at a coffee shop?
Aren't you stingy?
I needed the Wi-Fi.
Then someone bothered me.
Anyway, when is the design team's
new hire starting?
I need banners and a screen display.
I think that's him.
Hi.
Aics, this is Tino.
He's our new designer.
You're so lucky, Tino.
She's one of the most loyal employees
in the company.
Take it from here, Aica.
I have to get back to work. Bye.
Nice to meet you, most loyal,
Tita Babes.
I mean, Miss Aica.
So...
This is Accounting.
Stay on their good side
so they'll speed up your budget approvals
and pay you on time.
This is the Quiet room.
You see, they're all quiet.
-Good morning, ma'am.
-Good morning.
This is the HR Department.
I think they're on break now.
And over here...
There.
We put up these posters last year
but I didn't really like them.
-Good morning.
-Good morning.
-The papers, okay?
-Yes, ma'am.
Thanks.
Let's make them more modern.
You know? More pleasing to the eyes.
-I don't like them.
-Hi.
-Got it.
-Good morning!
The cafeteria is upstairs.
The food is affordable and delicious, so...
The food isn't free?
Nothing's free in this world.
Now, we have this...
So, this is our standee.
I'm not sold on this.
Feels like it's lacking something.
You might come up
with some ideas to improve it.
I planned to put a standee here
so our clients can see our Mother's Room.
All marketing materials,
like banners, posters, presentations,
will be handled by Design.
-Okay.
-Basically, we're like partners.
But you're planning to resign...
We never saw each other, okay?
You heard nothing.
Tita Babes doesn't exist.
Are we clear?
Yes, boss.
One last tip.
Miss Dina is the head of Marketing.
She's a grumpy workaholic,
but make her laugh and you'll be fine.
She must be the reason
you're looking for a new job...
-Good morning, Aica.
-Good morning, ma'am.
-Tino, right?
-Yes, ma'am.
Yes, I interviewed you.
I'm Dina David, the VP for Marketing
and I trust that Aica's
teaching you the ropes.
Yes, ma'am.
Okay then, carry on.
-Have a good day, ma'am.
-Okay.
She's nice. She's just grumpy around you.
Whatever!
Aica.
Check on Mom.
Let me do it.
It's fine.
-Let me.
-It's fine.
I'll do it, I'm almost done.
I just have something in my eye.
Are you sure?
How come you're sniffling, too, Mom?
Something in your eye?
Don't let me catch you drinking later.
I haven't drunk in a long time.
What did I tell you?
Let's just focus on baking.
Don't cry over people who aren't worth it.
I got this.
No matter what,
he's still your dad.
Really?
Seems like being a dad
is just an option for him.
He comes home
when it's convenient for him.
Aren't you tired of him?
You'll understand when you fall in love.
Fall in love?
Please, Mom.
The only "love" I know are the beloved
cost of rice, living, breathing...
Bea, make sure to save
your allowances, okay?
Dental school is expensive.
Don't you worry, Aica.
When you get old, I'll do your dentures.
Let me see.
I'll use Ivocap.
Why don't you do it now?
Maybe she'll smile more.
She scares men off,
that's why she's single.
-Mom...
-Do it now.
Mom, I know someone
who's not afraid of Aica.
-Who?
-Raf.
-No way! Shut up!
-Listen!
Even if you lose your teeth,
he'll still love you.
No.
-Bea...
-No, listen...
Sorry, sorry.
Sir?
Okay.
Thank you.
This is a Tier Three client,
so let's use their colors.
They're on our top ten priorities.
Wait, you're nodding a lot.
Are you okay?
Yeah, I'll do whatever you ask.
-Go on.
-Hey!
An explanation won't cost you.
I'd love to know
how you came up with that design.
No, I'm good.
Not "good." It should be "very good."
I want to hear your thoughts.
Okay...
The standee character holding a banner
feels a bit outdated to me.
Perfect! Now I know
what's going on in your head.
Yes. And...
we could also put a flag
instead of a banner
to keep it relevant.
Right.
So that way, we can still use your design.
Right?
You're right.
Good job.
Two orders of premium assorted sandwiches.
Didn't the client request for halal meals?
Will you be paying for all of them?
Why didn't you let me know sooner
so we could have canceled the order?
Miss Dina, it's my fault.
As her superior,
I should have double-checked.
Any thoughts on how to solve this?
I was thinking,
since we have another client coming,
maybe we can just switch the food?
Okay, that's fine with me.
Gotta rush, lots of meetings. Bye.
Hey.
Don't be scared next time.
You can speak up, all right?
It won't hurt.
You're the only one
that can express what's on your mind.
Thank you.
This guy said he didn't want flute panels.
And then... Surprise!
After 24 hours, he chose the flute panel.
Your dad will be super happy
and proud of you, son.
And you, Tara, please put your phone down.
-Hi, Tino.
-Hey.
Was it hard to book a ride?
I told you to ride with me.
I'm here.
How's your first week?
It's okay.
Work.
Normal.
Wow, so nonchalant.
Come on, Tino.
Please, I need you to grow up.
This is the real world.
If you're not happy with your job,
why don't you just take
the board and join the firm?
Your dad's getting old.
He can't always be the one traveling.
And besides, your brother
is practically drowning in work
because he's trying
to do everything alone.
Help him out.
I can manage, Mom. Easy.
I'm just saying,
don't let your degree go to waste.
I'll do it, Mom.
Improve your Filipino first.
None of you are fluent.
If you can reduce your four F's,
you might stand a chance.
Well, at least I have F's,
unlike Tino who has none at all.
"F" as in "feelings."
Tino, aren't you interested
in anyone at all?
Not even a crush?
Hey, I have a list of revisions.
Wait, can I check this?
What's up with her?
Who? Aica?
Yes, why...
Why is she always so busy?
She's the breadwinner of her family.
That's why all she does is work.
Can't hardworking people smile?
Why? You want to make her smile?
Wow.
-No, not really.
-Really?
I'm just saying.
She's single if that's what you're asking.
But a lot of guys are into her,
so if you want her to notice you,
do your job really well.
Revisions.
Wait.
-Aica!
-Granny...
Here are the baking pans
I borrowed. Thank you.
Sure.
Aica, it's late.
Why are you still working?
That's just how it is.
Do you know that?
-Whoa.
-Hey! Stop that!
You smell awful.
Look who's talking!
Why do you even work there?
There are job opportunities
here in the south.
You can even do remote work.
You talk too much.
Do you even have any idea
how hard it is to find a job?
All Raf wants to say is
he wants you near him.
Granny, please.
Raf and I grew up together.
-Right.
-That's the point.
You know each other so well.
Remember when you used
to play in the rain together?
Raf always wanted to be naked.
-Granny, time for you to rest.
-Excuse me?
-Yes, Granny.
-You might be tired now.
-Yes.
-I think so, too.
-Rest.
-Let's rest.
-Thank you.
-Love you, Granny.
-See you.
-Let's go, Granny.
-Let's go.
-You talk too much.
On behalf of the management,
we would like to thank all of you
for all your hard work.
We would not have landed this client
without the contribution
of each and every one of you.
So give yourselves a round of applause
and enjoy your pizza.
By the way,
I know most of you have met him
but I'd like to formally
introduce him to the team.
Tino... This is Tino Guerra.
Welcome to our company.
Okay so, I'm counting my calories.
Just have your pizza, okay?
And eat it, too.
Bye, guys. Bye.
Aica, let's go.
Remember? Pre-final deck?
We have to review that.
It's due by the end of the week. Come on!
Get some pizza.
I'll eat later.
Can't Aica eat first?
No way.
Ms. Dina is always buying us
overworked slaves off with pizza.
You're a Guerra, right?
Like Architect Deo Guerra?
Damn...
You're some big shot, Tino.
Oh, no, my dad is big time.
Not me.
So, Tino...
How's your parents' relationship?
Maybe you're looking for a stepmom,
or a sister-in-law?
You already have a foreign boyfriend.
You're embarrassing.
Like, for real.
Welcome to the company, Tino.
Thank you.
Here.
Thanks.
You work as if you'll inherit
this company.
You would know.
I guess news travels fast.
I won't be inheriting anything, though,
since I'm not an architect.
Why are you working so hard anyway?
Aren't you already
looking for another job?
I turned down their offer.
The salary was low,
and they didn't seem to consider
my year of experience.
And why would I let someone else
do my job when I do it so well?
Hold on, my sister's calling.
Hello?
Aica, about Mom and Dad...
-Mom and Dad are fighting again.
-What about Mom?
Raf said so.
I'm still in school.
I'll take care of it.
I'm on my way home. Bye.
Wait. It's an emergency.
How do you go home?
By commuting.
Over here.
-Here?
-Yes, thanks.
I'll send you the payment
for the toll and that other thing...
-It's nothing.
-Thank you!
-Focus on yourself first.
-You should head home. Please.
Thank you. Bye.
I was planning to pay.
I'm not a thief.
I was the one who got robbed.
It was a scam.
Are you leaving again?
You think this house is a bank?
Are you going to spend all your money
on your women again?
-Answer me, Noel!
-Mom, that's enough.
We're talking about business.
What mistress?
-Who else?
-There's no one! You never believe me!
-All you do is nag!
-Because you're never around!
Nagging!
Dad, if you want leave, just leave.
I will!
Then go!
Don't come back!
-Mom...
-Go ahead! Don't come back!
-I'm leaving.
-Leave!
You give us nothing but headaches.
It never ends!
Never!
Leave!
What are you doing here?
I'm not here.
Look at that.
We've only just met, and you already
saw how dramatic my life is.
Don't feel sorry for me, please.
Don't worry about it.
What are you doing?
Tino's not here, right?
You can talk to me in the meantime.
You're crazy.
Seriously.
I don't feel sorry for you.
But I'm feeling a little
ashamed of myself.
What am I even doing with my life?
I hope to have the same
drive,
competence, passion.
Wow.
That sounded like a performance appraisal.
That's almost an excellent score.
Then let's add in teamwork, too.
You should go home. It's late.
Now, she's kicking me out.
By the way...
Thank you.
You weren't here, okay?
Yes, he's not here.
Okay, go now. It's late.
Let me just finish this.
-Is that okay?
-What?
It's so good. Let's not waste it.
Okay.
If you don't leave,
I'll wipe this on your face.
Whoa! Hey! Okay, fine.
Go home. It's late.
Wait!
-Go home.
-As if the icing earlier wasn't enough.
Don't go home looking like that. Hold on!
-Since you're already home...
-Hey!
Tino!
Who's Tino? There's no Tino here.
That weirdo.
When you slept for only two hours
but you need to go to work.
We don't have time for that.
We've got bills to pay.
-Tita Babes.
-"Babes."
-He gave her coffee.
-So cute.
Up late last night.
Up late again tonight.
Why were you up late?
You're so cute, Tita Babes.
Aica!
Huh?
Glad I caught you.
I've emailed the study
for the merch items.
Okay, sure.
I'll check later.
No, it's okay. Just do it tomorrow.
Are you heading home?
I'll go with you.
What? But you...
You don't even commute.
You're going to Quezon City,
and I'm headed to Alabang.
How did you know?
Hey. Maybe you stalked me.
-I'm a stalker?
-You look like a stalker.
You've got some nerve.
Which one of us sent a friend request?
Why haven't you accepted it?
We've been working together for a month.
Aren't we friends yet?
You can't consider
all your co-workers as friends.
There are boundaries.
What if I make a LinkedIn account?
Will you accept my invite?
Will you let me in?
No! Get off the boundary.
But seriously, how are you?
How's work so far?
I'm getting the hang of it.
I learned from the best.
My boss... You...
I mean you, Angel and Issa.
You keep thanking us.
Why don't you pay us instead?
Accept my friend request,
so you can send me a QR code.
Look, I'll pay now.
I was kidding, you idiot!
I was joking.
You rich people...
I'm going home.
Bye-bye.
Hey, don't blame me
if you can't book a ride later.
Which city is halfway
between north and south?
Is it Cubao?
Cubao?
Wrong.
Mandaluyong and Ortigas
is the halfway point of QC and Alabang.
You little flirts.
Tino?
Here.
You northies are unfair.
We always come to you.
Well, that guy said Ortigas-Mandaluyong
is the halfway point...
No way! It's Makati.
See? Right?
That's too far.
You're obviously a southie.
Don't you know that it takes twice as long
to go from Quezon City to Mandaluyong
as it does from Mandaluyong to the south?
That's why this is the halfway.
No need to get worked up about it.
Fine, then.
How many partners have you had?
Be honest.
-Me?
-Yes.
Be honest.
Wait, I'm thinking
which ones were official.
Wow, that many?
No, the rest are just flings.
Fling?
Yes, just flirting.
So, you're some playboy?
How scary.
This large kwek-kwek is delicious.
Large kwek-kwek?
-What large kwek-kwek?
-This one.
Look at it, it's huge.
Look at it.
-You idiot!
-Small and large.
That's not a large kwek-kwek.
They don't come in sizes like fries do.
That's called tokneneng.
My family is nothing compared to yours.
Sure, we're fine.
We're not struggling financially.
But I don't really feel like
they're my family.
Aside from my little sister,
she's a sweetie.
Hold on.
Your balls are delicious.
I have to buy something in Ayala.
In Ayala?
There's a mall right here, it's huge.
You couldn't find what you needed there?
Shop here instead.
It's not that they're trying
to make me feel small.
It's just how I feel.
I feel like I have to prove myself
because I still don't know
what I want to do with my life.
Grab your large kwek-kwek.
You mean my balls?
Here they are.
Seriously. I mean...
I don't know. I hope...
you find what you're looking for.
I hope you don't settle for "okay."
You have to live. Not just survive.
You don't have to take me home.
This is my way of thanking you
for helping me get regularized.
You just want me all to yourself.
Aica, actually...
I want to ask you something.
But I'm not here.
What?
I was just wondering...
if you wanted to take this
to the next level?
What do you mean?
Well...
Do you want to make it official?
You know...
May I kiss the bride?
So, you'll leave me, too.
Honestly, I don't understand
what I've done wrong.
Where we went wrong.
We could've talked about this.
Happy anniversary, babes.
I miss you.
Happy anniversary. Thanks for the flowers.
-You lucky girl.
-He's so nice.
Hi, Tino. We miss you.
The five months you're gone
feels like five years. I swear.
Sorry I left you guys.
Issa, I heard you made
an internal transfer.
Congratulations!
Thank you! Work hard, play hard, girl.
Tino, why not swing by Ortigas
instead of making these video calls?
-Right.
-You're in Ayala.
-You're in Ayala, right?
-Hey!
This is not a long-distance relationship.
Don't worry, Tino will pick me up later.
Right?
Keep your word, Tino.
-Come on.
-Show up.
-Bring snacks.
-See you.
I have to get back.
Okay, bye.
-Bye.
-I love you.
Photographer's here.
Okay...
MJ?
He's good. Confident.
I like him.
Didn't I tell you, sir?
We need the product to have...
Tino?
I thought it was your second anniversary
with Auntie Aica today?
Right.
My God...
-Aica would be so mad.
-I can get there.
You'll never reach
your third anniversary at this point.
I'm going.
What's going on?
Let's check the map.
See, there was an accident.
Sorry, babes.
It's not your fault, okay? It's okay.
Let's just reschedule for next time.
Are you sure?
Yeah.
Super super sure.
Super super sure?
It's not your fault that this happened.
No one could have predicted this.
Besides, I'm happy with this.
I'm still really sorry
my plan fell through.
It's okay.
Let me take you home.
You're sleepy?
No, I'm fine.
"No, I'm fine."
I can still manage.
Spend the night at my place.
It's dangerous to drive
when you're sleepy.
No.
I'm not sleepy.
Yeah, right.
-I'm serious.
-I can manage, see?
Don't drive if you're sleepy.
I won't, I promise.
Tino?
Tino.
Good morning, babes.
Surprise.
At least I had the sense not to drive
all the way back when I was sleepy.
I didn't have to pay
for toll and gas, either.
Drive you to work?
Hello, Angel? Yes, I'm sorry.
I got held up in traffic.
Yes, I'm on my way.
I'll run when I get there.
I'm sorry, babes.
I didn't mean to make you worry.
I thought that I could
handle it last night.
I just didn't know
I was that tired from work.
I'm really sorry, babes.
Aren't you happy
that I'm driving you to work?
You're going to be late.
I'm working from home.
They're trying this new setup.
Haven't we talked about this?
We should know
how to balance love and career.
If either one suffers in the end,
then we have to choose.
I choose love.
I'm kidding. You're being too harsh.
I'm being practical.
Yeah, I get it.
But we can make this work, right?
Eyes on the road.
You're giving up on me?
Really?
Aren't you madly in love with me?
So annoying.
It's nobody's fault.
Nobody.
Yes, Auntie?
Are you with Tino?
No, he went home last night.
He's not here. Can you...
Yes, sure.
-Ma'am?
-Where's the deck?
-I'll send it ASAP.
-Make it quick!
Yes, ma'am.
It's a miracle you're still here!
You're never late for work.
Raf, did you see Tino last night?
No. Why, what happened?
He didn't go home last night.
I'm getting worried.
I told him to stay the night.
You'll be late. Come with me.
Okay.
Haven't we talked about this?
We should know
how to balance love and career.
Aica, pick up!
The meeting's about to start.
Come on, Aica, hurry!
I thought you wouldn't make it.
What's wrong with you?
I'm so sorry. I had an emergency.
Gosh.
My gosh.
DId you finish it?
-The presentation?
-It's here.
Are we good?
Yes.
Okay.
To our Board of Directors,
we would like to present our wins
of our marketing team this quarter.
We have a verbal award from Pixl Games.
Aica, Pixl Games.
Aica, next slide.
There you go.
So we have a verbal award from Pixl Games.
Finally, we have won this client
after one and a half years of negotiation.
And, just to let you know, our efficacy
rate for our clients and customers...
So those who have been
satisfied with our products...
92% have been satisfied
and for the new companies
for collaboration,
have an efficacy rate of 53%.
53%?
It says here that it's 73%.
Are you sure?
Which is it?
For a while, sir...
Yes, it's 73%.
Aica, can you make the corrections now?
I beg your indulgence, sir.
There!
There we have it.
73% for our new companies
for collaboration.
Moving forward, I'd like
to introduce to you our...
Got chewed out by the boss again?
Let's talk about your anniversary instead.
Was it a happy anniversary?
We didn't get to go out.
I don't mind, it's just another expense.
It's Tino who wants it.
Fine. You know, you should go home.
Don't look at me like that.
Stop working overtime.
And use your vacation leave.
You're not taking care of yourself.
Our bosses won't take care
of us if we get sick.
Hello, babes.
How are you?
I got in trouble again.
By the way,
are we going out tonight?
Sorry, babes.
Our reservation got cancelled.
It's okay. I understand.
I'll text you when I'm leaving.
-Bye.
-Bye-bye.
Tino, how was the presentation?
It was okay.
Sorry, was that Aica?
Are you two going out tonight?
No.
I can't find...
a good place, our previous
reservation got canceled,
and our schedules just won't match.
-There's...
-That's it?
A reservation?
I'll take care of it.
Okay? I have an idea.
Hello?
Babes, get ready tonight.
I was able to work it out.
Really?
Okay then.
Love you. Bye-bye.
It feels like it's been ages
since we last went on a date.
It almost feels like
our first time all over again.
And you're as pretty as ever.
That's a fact.
Just kidding.
Seriously,
I hope this isn't our first and last date.
I know.
We've been pretty busy lately.
I'm sorry.
Aica, by the way,
your interview
with the online news network...
are you really bailing on it?
-Well...
-I mean, it would be a waste.
Their compensation rate
is lower compared to...
But you should still go for it.
You've wanted to be in the news industry.
Just give it a shot,
so you can at least
get a feel for the industry.
It's not that easy
to just quit and follow your dreams.
Babes...
Hi! How are you?
Are you guys enjoying?
-Hi, Aica! Good to see you.
-Hi!
I hope my friend's restaurant
is accommodating you well.
-It is.
-Actually...
he wants to meet you. Is that okay?
He's a potential client.
Is it okay?
-Up to you.
-I'll be quick,
just five minutes.
Go.
All right, let's go?
I'll be back.
-I love you.
-Let's go?
Hey, Tino.
Nice to meet you.
-Let me know if I can help.
-Yeah.
-It was really nice meeting you.
-Nice to meet you, too.
Thank you Mia. Excuse me.
Thank you. Keep in touch.
Is that how women are?
They think that we can just
read their minds?
You men are good
at playing dumb in relationships.
Some might think it's shallow but
that was our time.
I really miss him.
He's right in front of me
but it feels like he's not there.
Like we're not together.
Are we still even "together"?
Aica.
I'm sorry.
I said I'm fine.
Aica.
Come on, Aica.
Babes.
Didn't I tell you not to follow me?
Babes, look, I'm sorry.
Please?
I was just trying to show you that
I'm serious about my job.
Because that's what we're supposed to do.
Right?
I just didn't realize that I've been
neglecting our relationship.
I'm sorry.
Please, babes.
You know what, Tino?
I was happy before I knew you.
I was focused on my career.
I'm going out with friends.
I was saving up for Mom.
But then, you came along.
You messed up my life.
You messed up my system.
But it was okay because I love you.
But you got me used to...
a life where you're always there.
Then suddenly, you're gone.
But I can't...
I don't think I can handle
being away from you.
Maybe...
Maybe we should...
-Break up...
-Move in together...
I just thought we should move in together
'cause I was thinking
of getting a condo anyway.
I figured it would
make things easier for us.
I mean, look at all the time
we waste on the road.
You know, it would be easier
if we just moved in together,
if we get it together.
We'll be able to save up.
We'll see each other all the time. We can...
see each other from morning to night,
from when you go to sleep.
And then when we wake up, we're together.
Babes,
please...
Please.
Are you tired?
-I know.
-Here.
So cute.
I love it.
You know,
I thought we were okay.
The whole time, I thought we were fine.
And I felt like
I was always doing my best.
Always.
-Hey, babes.
-Hi.
I got us some tissue.
Chips.
Why did you buy three packs of tissue?
We've already gone over budget.
And what's this?
We're paying for two Internet bills?
Because we lose signal sometimes.
I just thought having another one
would be handy for work.
We can have two connections.
Sure, if we're rich.
But we're not! What's this?
Seriously?
Weren't you complaining the other day
about your stylus not working?
You should have just bought that instead.
Okay, babes. It won't happen again.
Sir, we can start the meeting.
Okay, let's start. Are you guys ready?
-Ready.
-Yes, sir.
Okay, I'd like to assign
our next project to Tino.
Okay.
Thus, they forget
what living really means.
And that's what Shift-li wants to change.
Shift-li will teach the students
on how to ace their sales.
Thank you.
Congratulations.
Hey.
Thank you.
Look,
the layout is a mess.
I can't figure out
what they're trying to sell.
-If I designed that...
-But they're not our client.
Aren't we on our break?
Are you going to keep talking about work?
Okay, fine. It's breaktime.
If not, you won't be able
to copy it when you lose the files...
Hey Tino, congratulations.
Hey, thanks.
Hey! Come on!
Okay, fine.
My babes looks so happy today.
I think I'm getting a promotion soon.
You're up for promotion?
It will depend on the assessment.
Babes, congrats!
I'm sure you'll get it.
Next thing you know,
you're buying a sports car.
I'll have my own vroom-vroom?
That's not how you say it.
-Like that.
-Is that how it is?
Is that so? I hope I do get it.
Congrats, babes.
I want one here.
Look, babes.
It's about a long-distance relationship.
What if I join a reality show?
Then I'll become an actor and I'll fall
in love with my onscreen partner.
Their chemistry is amazing. It feels real.
Come on.
I'm busy.
Okay, everyone, good job. Cheers!
-Cheers.
-Cheers.
Yes!
Congrats!
Are you okay?
Hey.
Why the long face?
The project was a success.
We should celebrate.
Yeah.
You're right.
Think about my offer, okay?
The design course in the UK.
Look,
they have art management courses
which could benefit you in the future.
-Yes.
-And besides,
it's just 18 months, it'll fly by.
And if you're worried about the expenses...
You'll take care of it?
We will pay the partial fee.
Regarding the balance,
the company will help you
look for scholarship plans.
Don't waste this opportunity.
And believe me,
it was one of
the best experiences of my life.
It shaped who I am today.
Boss, thank you.
No, thank you.
Thanks.
Cheers?
-Cheers!
-Is this a meeting or a party?
-Aica, I went over the deck...
-Yes.
...and I'm not satisfied.
I want you to review it again.
-Okay?
-Okay.
Aica, are you still happy?
I'll always be here for you.
Girl, when I was transferred, oh, my God,
I've never been happier.
Do you even still like your job?
What's going on, Aica?
You've been slipping up a lot lately.
If there's a problem, let me know,
and I can have someone else do your job.
You guys go ahead.
I just need to finish something.
I'm so sorry, Aica, but management thinks
you're not yet ready for the promotion.
Congratulations.
You did well.
Hi, Angel. Do you know where Aica is?
She didn't join us earlier.
Tino, she didn't get the promotion.
I'm sure she's on her way home now.
Hey...
It's okay.
Why not just quit?
This isn't even your dream, right?
Just quit. Okay?
Do whatever you want.
I'll take care of you.
Okay?
After putting Aica through hell,
they promoted the newbie, Janine.
Oh, no.
That's so confusing
because shouldn't the basis of a promotion
be competence?
I'm sorry, I'm just so confused.
Aica deserved that promotion.
Exactly.
She worked so hard for years, you know?
And she doesn't even like this job.
Wait, what happens when you go to Canada?
Aica will be all alone...
You're leaving?
Haven't you noticed anything?
Oh, my God!
Wow, congrats!
Why didn't you say anything?
I don't want the attention.
Come on, I'm happy for you.
You're leaving, too.
It's the end of the PowerPak Girls?
Hey, nothing's going to change.
What about you and Tino?
Any plans?
I'm sure you guys are next
since you already live together.
Should I put a ring on it?
Don't be silly, it's too early.
Why not?
Don't you want to go
on a honeymoon already?
I love you.
So much.
I love you, too.
How much?
This is how much I love you.
What's this?
My love for you. Check it out.
My love for you is expensive.
What's this?
It's a gift.
It's just a staycation.
You've been so busy lately.
I feel we could use
some quality time together
and we can hang out.
Tino, this is too expensive.
We could have used
this money on something else.
Why do we have to go there
when we can do the same things here?
We have a lot of bills to pay.
Get a refund.
Mom...
-Yes?
-What if I quit my job?
What?
Aren't you happy anymore?
If you're no longer happy,
then quit.
What about Bea's tuition
and the bills for the bakeshop?
Don't worry about it.
I'll take care of it.
Are you keeping something from me, Mom?
No.
Nothing.
Tell me the truth.
I'm not hiding anything.
Can't a mom be supportive of her child?
Here are the ingredients, love.
Dad?
Aica...
So, that's it. You took him back.
This is different.
You got back with him?
Aren't you tired yet?
How many times will you go through this?
You'll get back together,
he'll leave, you'll get heartbroken,
then you'll get together again.
Mom, aren't you tired?
He's sick, Aica.
It's bad.
He needs us.
He won't get anything from us
even if he stays here.
We used the down payment for
the bakeshop's space to buy his medicine.
I wanted to tell him about
what happened to Dad.
I was going to tell her about
the scholarship program.
I'm tired.
I'm excited.
Is it a heavy subject?
But is it the right time?
I don't want us to have issues.
We might have some issues.
-We're still okay.
-We're still okay.
Aica, Dad's in the hospital.
Tino.
One bottle?
Yeah.
I just don't get her sometimes.
I was just trying to do
something nice for her.
But...
I don't understand
why she doesn't appreciate my efforts.
Maybe she's just going through something?
Then why doesn't she tell me?
It's that easy.
It's not always that easy.
Mia, what's the point of me
being her boyfriend?
No matter what,
I'll always be there for her.
That's what a boyfriend's for,
to listen and give support.
I even declined Sir Simon's offer
to go to the UK.
-You didn't take it?
-No.
Of course not, I don't want to leave Aica.
It's not the right time
to leave her right now.
Tino.
Sleeping here?
Enzo.
Let's do shots.
-Please.
-No way.
Mom's going to flip
if she see you like this.
Why would she?
We're just celebrating.
Because...
I got promoted.
Yes! Nice!
That's what we've been waiting for.
My boss offered me
a scholarship to the UK.
Wait, I thought we're celebrating?
Why do you look so sad?
Aica didn't get the promotion.
-Oh, shit.
-And...
Recently, I've been trying,
and I've been having a hard time
telling her about mine.
I feel like it might be insensitive
of me to tell her now.
I don't want her to get hurt.
Hello?
Hi, Aica! Sorry, this is Mia.
Tino left his phone.
I think he's drunk.
You can get. We're at View Bar.
Okay. Sure.
-Thanks.
-All right.
If you didn't have to worry
about anything,
would you take the offer?
I mean,
I really like what I'm doing right now.
You know what?
That's the first time
I have heard you say,
"I really like what I'm doing."
You know, you're young, bro.
You've got to think about your future.
What about Aica?
-Hi, Mia.
-Hi! How are you?
Sorry, here's his phone.
Thanks.
Anyway, this is Eunice.
My girlfriend.
-Eunice.
-Hi! Nice meeting you.
You know, I really admire Tino
for passing up on
that design course in the UK.
He loves you so much.
Here's your phone.
Thank you.
Sorry...
I got home late.
Babes?
Are you okay?
I think...
I think I'm pregnant.
It's okay.
It's a good thing.
Right?
I'm actually excited.
Maybe we can get a little Tino or Aica.
Hey, either way, it's cute.
It's a good thing.
You're not pregnant.
You're just very stressed.
You need to take it easy.
Will you excuse me? I'll be right back.
This is good.
Right?
It's good, right?
Yes.
This is definitely okay.
Okay.
Turn right over there.
There.
The map says to go straight.
That's where I always turn right.
Trust me.
The ETA says this route is faster.
Do you know better than the ETA?
What's your problem?
Are you okay?
They were being reckless.
If you have a problem, tell me.
Don't act like this.
I've turned right.
Look at the traffic.
There's even a road repair going on.
What the hell?
That dumbass wasn't looking.
Tell me what your problem is.
-I don't want us to fight.
-I'm okay!
You call that "okay"?
Did I say I wasn't?
-What's wrong with you?
-Nothing!
There is something wrong.
What is it?
You want a family?
You want to study in the UK?
Mia told me you turned down
the offer because of me.
You told Mia, but not me.
I was going to tell you.
You should have,
but you didn't.
Because we don't talk anymore.
You're in a much better place now.
And that's a bad thing?
No.
Not at all.
I'm actually happy for you.
Really?
Doesn't seem like it, though.
If you're happy for me,
then why are we fighting?
Why?
Why do I feel like the happier I am,
the more you get angry?
The tissue, the staycation,
then this design course in the UK...
You're just like this cloud.
A dark cloud that just can't be happy.
I wanted to share all my wins with you.
All of it.
I wanted to share everything with you,
but it's hard.
It's written all over your face
that you're unhappy.
I'm doing all of this... Just look around!
Damn, is it still not good enough?
I'm doing this for us.
But how can I go on
when it only makes you jealous?
It's not a competition.
Fine!
Yes, I'm jealous.
Is that what you want to hear?
Sorry, then.
Sorry I can't relate to your success.
I'm trying, though.
But, really, I'm happy for you.
So happy.
I'm happy because finally your life
isn't just "okay" anymore.
Finally, you found what you needed,
what you wanted to do.
But what else do you want me to say?
That I'm happy for you?
That I'm happy for you
but I'm not happy for myself?
That I'm happy that I'm miserable?
Yes, Tino, I am sad.
And it's embarrassing
because it's the truth.
This is how I feel.
Aica, I'll help you.
We're a couple,
right?
Couples are partners.
Aica, what am I here for?
Isn't it my job to support you?
Or maybe you don't trust me?
Is that why you were so relieved
when you found out we weren't pregnant?
Aica, I'm not the person you used to know.
Okay? This isn't the same Tino.
I've changed.
Exactly.
You're not the Tino I once knew.
You've changed.
But I'm still the same.
Look how far you've come, Tino.
I know I need to work on myself.
Only I can help myself.
So, go ahead
with your plans to go to the UK.
Okay, Aica.
Listen.
Aics...
I'll accept the offer to go to the UK.
Long-distance relationship?
We've been through that before,
right?
Quezon City to Alabang.
Back and forth...
That's not the problem.
Distance is not the problem.
I'm from Alabang, you, Quezon City.
We made it work.
But now,
we live in the same house,
but you still feel so far away, Tino.
Babes...
if there's a will, there's a way.
If you really love someone,
you don't just give up easily.
You know, it would be easier
if you just admitted
that you never really loved me.
I never loved you?
I gave you everything.
But you left me behind.
You're so distant now.
I needed you back then.
Where were you?
Babes...
I'm not happy, Tino.
I'm not happy anymore.
Are we breaking up?
That's just how life goes.
Our lives were heading
to different directions.
There's no other way.
So, I ended it.
Funny how mad I am at Dad
when I'm just like him.
A burden.
You're carrying a heavy load,
but you're not a burden.
You don't have to carry all that weight.
We can lighten the load together.
How, Mom?
By forgiving Dad?
That's not fair.
Should I forgive him
just because he's dying?
After everything he's done?
You don't have to forgive him
if you don't want to.
Be angry,
confront him.
Then I'll be the bad child?
No.
You'll just be his child.
You've always taken care of us.
You put your dreams aside for us.
You've sacrificed so much.
And it's my fault
that you had to take on a parental role
because I wasn't strong enough.
I'm sorry.
I'm so sorry.
But I'm changing that.
You don't have to carry the baggage alone.
I'll take care of us.
Go and do what you really want to do,
okay?
Can I really do that, Mom?
Is it okay?
Is it really over?
I don't know.
She's the one who wanted to leave.
She ended it.
I just don't understand.
I feel like I did everything I could.
I felt like we were okay.
I felt like...
I was at my best,
and I was doing everything for her.
But she still left.
So, what now?
Why are you telling me all this?
To get me on your side?
So I can say it's Aica's fault?
What I'm hearing is
it's all about you, Tino.
"I felt this, I felt that."
But what about Aica's feelings?
Clearly, she's not happy anymore.
She's different from you, Tino.
Let her go
so she can find herself.
Don't you want her to be happy?
We can't just end like this.
Right?
Where are we going?
I don't know.
Just let me be with you,
even if it's just for one more ride.
Sir, we can start the meeting.
Good morning, everyone.
-Good morning.
-Good morning.
Morning, guys. Morning, sir.
So, our first slide.
Let's start...
I hope the transportation system
around here improves.
Commuting to work is hard for us.
And that's a wrap, everyone!
Thank you very much.
Thank you.
Good job, Aica. Going home?
Are you taking the service van?
I brought my car. See you.
Want to grab some coffee?
Yeah. Sure, Miss Babes.
Where to?
What do you think?
I did the right thing, didn't I?
I think I did the right thing.
I don't know.
There are roughly
around 14 million people in Metro Manila
and the public transport system
in the capital region, includes
buses, jeepneys, tricycles,
taxis and the rail transit systems.
But what choice do we have?
I spend around four to five hours
in traffic a day.
That's 20 to 25 hours a week.
At least 80 hours a month.
960 hours a year.
This is the reality for most Filipinos.
Shit, right?
I'm from Quezon City.
I'm from Alabang.
@Tino, you got the job?
Down for Tagaytay?
No more seats?
Thank you.
Wait...
Wait up!
Sorry about that.
-Hi.
-Hi, sir.
-Good morning.
-Good morning.
Thank you.
I'm sorry, I was here first.
Actually, I got here first.
That's my bag.
My coffee.
Really?
Drink up, "Tita Babes."
I have a meeting.
Sorry.
You know what, it's okay.
Share a seat and win a friend.
Or not.
-Good morning.
-Hi! Sorry!
Sorry, I'm two minutes late. Yes.
The traffic was bad.
Well, good morning.
Thank you so much for your time.
Call me Aica, please.
-Introduce yourself.
-My course is communication,
but now I'm here
in the marketing industry for a year now.
-And five years from now?
-Well, five years from now,
I see myself as a producer
for news and documentaries.
You know...
Going to new places, telling stories
of people who deserve to be heard.
But I'm on a new journey now
and I'm embracing the new path.
And, you know,
I'm very goal-oriented and honest.
-What a liar.
-Sorry?
Are you with someone right now?
No, it's just really noisy here.
We're done.
-That's it?
-Yes.
Thank you so much for your time.
Thank you so much.
-Okay!
-I'll be waiting.
Thank you.
What's your deal?
Do we know each other?
You think you're honest?
Seriously.
Your answers are obviously rehearsed.
There.
I can see it in your eyes.
I'm glad that I won't ever see you again.
Miss!
Your coffee.
Right where you left it.
Have a good day, Tita Babes.
Shit.
Okay.
Was he handsome?
He was nosy.
You didn't answer the question.
Honey, Aica did not answer.
But what were you doing at a coffee shop?
Aren't you stingy?
I needed the Wi-Fi.
Then someone bothered me.
Anyway, when is the design team's
new hire starting?
I need banners and a screen display.
I think that's him.
Hi.
Aics, this is Tino.
He's our new designer.
You're so lucky, Tino.
She's one of the most loyal employees
in the company.
Take it from here, Aica.
I have to get back to work. Bye.
Nice to meet you, most loyal,
Tita Babes.
I mean, Miss Aica.
So...
This is Accounting.
Stay on their good side
so they'll speed up your budget approvals
and pay you on time.
This is the Quiet room.
You see, they're all quiet.
-Good morning, ma'am.
-Good morning.
This is the HR Department.
I think they're on break now.
And over here...
There.
We put up these posters last year
but I didn't really like them.
-Good morning.
-Good morning.
-The papers, okay?
-Yes, ma'am.
Thanks.
Let's make them more modern.
You know? More pleasing to the eyes.
-I don't like them.
-Hi.
-Got it.
-Good morning!
The cafeteria is upstairs.
The food is affordable and delicious, so...
The food isn't free?
Nothing's free in this world.
Now, we have this...
So, this is our standee.
I'm not sold on this.
Feels like it's lacking something.
You might come up
with some ideas to improve it.
I planned to put a standee here
so our clients can see our Mother's Room.
All marketing materials,
like banners, posters, presentations,
will be handled by Design.
-Okay.
-Basically, we're like partners.
But you're planning to resign...
We never saw each other, okay?
You heard nothing.
Tita Babes doesn't exist.
Are we clear?
Yes, boss.
One last tip.
Miss Dina is the head of Marketing.
She's a grumpy workaholic,
but make her laugh and you'll be fine.
She must be the reason
you're looking for a new job...
-Good morning, Aica.
-Good morning, ma'am.
-Tino, right?
-Yes, ma'am.
Yes, I interviewed you.
I'm Dina David, the VP for Marketing
and I trust that Aica's
teaching you the ropes.
Yes, ma'am.
Okay then, carry on.
-Have a good day, ma'am.
-Okay.
She's nice. She's just grumpy around you.
Whatever!
Aica.
Check on Mom.
Let me do it.
It's fine.
-Let me.
-It's fine.
I'll do it, I'm almost done.
I just have something in my eye.
Are you sure?
How come you're sniffling, too, Mom?
Something in your eye?
Don't let me catch you drinking later.
I haven't drunk in a long time.
What did I tell you?
Let's just focus on baking.
Don't cry over people who aren't worth it.
I got this.
No matter what,
he's still your dad.
Really?
Seems like being a dad
is just an option for him.
He comes home
when it's convenient for him.
Aren't you tired of him?
You'll understand when you fall in love.
Fall in love?
Please, Mom.
The only "love" I know are the beloved
cost of rice, living, breathing...
Bea, make sure to save
your allowances, okay?
Dental school is expensive.
Don't you worry, Aica.
When you get old, I'll do your dentures.
Let me see.
I'll use Ivocap.
Why don't you do it now?
Maybe she'll smile more.
She scares men off,
that's why she's single.
-Mom...
-Do it now.
Mom, I know someone
who's not afraid of Aica.
-Who?
-Raf.
-No way! Shut up!
-Listen!
Even if you lose your teeth,
he'll still love you.
No.
-Bea...
-No, listen...
Sorry, sorry.
Sir?
Okay.
Thank you.
This is a Tier Three client,
so let's use their colors.
They're on our top ten priorities.
Wait, you're nodding a lot.
Are you okay?
Yeah, I'll do whatever you ask.
-Go on.
-Hey!
An explanation won't cost you.
I'd love to know
how you came up with that design.
No, I'm good.
Not "good." It should be "very good."
I want to hear your thoughts.
Okay...
The standee character holding a banner
feels a bit outdated to me.
Perfect! Now I know
what's going on in your head.
Yes. And...
we could also put a flag
instead of a banner
to keep it relevant.
Right.
So that way, we can still use your design.
Right?
You're right.
Good job.
Two orders of premium assorted sandwiches.
Didn't the client request for halal meals?
Will you be paying for all of them?
Why didn't you let me know sooner
so we could have canceled the order?
Miss Dina, it's my fault.
As her superior,
I should have double-checked.
Any thoughts on how to solve this?
I was thinking,
since we have another client coming,
maybe we can just switch the food?
Okay, that's fine with me.
Gotta rush, lots of meetings. Bye.
Hey.
Don't be scared next time.
You can speak up, all right?
It won't hurt.
You're the only one
that can express what's on your mind.
Thank you.
This guy said he didn't want flute panels.
And then... Surprise!
After 24 hours, he chose the flute panel.
Your dad will be super happy
and proud of you, son.
And you, Tara, please put your phone down.
-Hi, Tino.
-Hey.
Was it hard to book a ride?
I told you to ride with me.
I'm here.
How's your first week?
It's okay.
Work.
Normal.
Wow, so nonchalant.
Come on, Tino.
Please, I need you to grow up.
This is the real world.
If you're not happy with your job,
why don't you just take
the board and join the firm?
Your dad's getting old.
He can't always be the one traveling.
And besides, your brother
is practically drowning in work
because he's trying
to do everything alone.
Help him out.
I can manage, Mom. Easy.
I'm just saying,
don't let your degree go to waste.
I'll do it, Mom.
Improve your Filipino first.
None of you are fluent.
If you can reduce your four F's,
you might stand a chance.
Well, at least I have F's,
unlike Tino who has none at all.
"F" as in "feelings."
Tino, aren't you interested
in anyone at all?
Not even a crush?
Hey, I have a list of revisions.
Wait, can I check this?
What's up with her?
Who? Aica?
Yes, why...
Why is she always so busy?
She's the breadwinner of her family.
That's why all she does is work.
Can't hardworking people smile?
Why? You want to make her smile?
Wow.
-No, not really.
-Really?
I'm just saying.
She's single if that's what you're asking.
But a lot of guys are into her,
so if you want her to notice you,
do your job really well.
Revisions.
Wait.
-Aica!
-Granny...
Here are the baking pans
I borrowed. Thank you.
Sure.
Aica, it's late.
Why are you still working?
That's just how it is.
Do you know that?
-Whoa.
-Hey! Stop that!
You smell awful.
Look who's talking!
Why do you even work there?
There are job opportunities
here in the south.
You can even do remote work.
You talk too much.
Do you even have any idea
how hard it is to find a job?
All Raf wants to say is
he wants you near him.
Granny, please.
Raf and I grew up together.
-Right.
-That's the point.
You know each other so well.
Remember when you used
to play in the rain together?
Raf always wanted to be naked.
-Granny, time for you to rest.
-Excuse me?
-Yes, Granny.
-You might be tired now.
-Yes.
-I think so, too.
-Rest.
-Let's rest.
-Thank you.
-Love you, Granny.
-See you.
-Let's go, Granny.
-Let's go.
-You talk too much.
On behalf of the management,
we would like to thank all of you
for all your hard work.
We would not have landed this client
without the contribution
of each and every one of you.
So give yourselves a round of applause
and enjoy your pizza.
By the way,
I know most of you have met him
but I'd like to formally
introduce him to the team.
Tino... This is Tino Guerra.
Welcome to our company.
Okay so, I'm counting my calories.
Just have your pizza, okay?
And eat it, too.
Bye, guys. Bye.
Aica, let's go.
Remember? Pre-final deck?
We have to review that.
It's due by the end of the week. Come on!
Get some pizza.
I'll eat later.
Can't Aica eat first?
No way.
Ms. Dina is always buying us
overworked slaves off with pizza.
You're a Guerra, right?
Like Architect Deo Guerra?
Damn...
You're some big shot, Tino.
Oh, no, my dad is big time.
Not me.
So, Tino...
How's your parents' relationship?
Maybe you're looking for a stepmom,
or a sister-in-law?
You already have a foreign boyfriend.
You're embarrassing.
Like, for real.
Welcome to the company, Tino.
Thank you.
Here.
Thanks.
You work as if you'll inherit
this company.
You would know.
I guess news travels fast.
I won't be inheriting anything, though,
since I'm not an architect.
Why are you working so hard anyway?
Aren't you already
looking for another job?
I turned down their offer.
The salary was low,
and they didn't seem to consider
my year of experience.
And why would I let someone else
do my job when I do it so well?
Hold on, my sister's calling.
Hello?
Aica, about Mom and Dad...
-Mom and Dad are fighting again.
-What about Mom?
Raf said so.
I'm still in school.
I'll take care of it.
I'm on my way home. Bye.
Wait. It's an emergency.
How do you go home?
By commuting.
Over here.
-Here?
-Yes, thanks.
I'll send you the payment
for the toll and that other thing...
-It's nothing.
-Thank you!
-Focus on yourself first.
-You should head home. Please.
Thank you. Bye.
I was planning to pay.
I'm not a thief.
I was the one who got robbed.
It was a scam.
Are you leaving again?
You think this house is a bank?
Are you going to spend all your money
on your women again?
-Answer me, Noel!
-Mom, that's enough.
We're talking about business.
What mistress?
-Who else?
-There's no one! You never believe me!
-All you do is nag!
-Because you're never around!
Nagging!
Dad, if you want leave, just leave.
I will!
Then go!
Don't come back!
-Mom...
-Go ahead! Don't come back!
-I'm leaving.
-Leave!
You give us nothing but headaches.
It never ends!
Never!
Leave!
What are you doing here?
I'm not here.
Look at that.
We've only just met, and you already
saw how dramatic my life is.
Don't feel sorry for me, please.
Don't worry about it.
What are you doing?
Tino's not here, right?
You can talk to me in the meantime.
You're crazy.
Seriously.
I don't feel sorry for you.
But I'm feeling a little
ashamed of myself.
What am I even doing with my life?
I hope to have the same
drive,
competence, passion.
Wow.
That sounded like a performance appraisal.
That's almost an excellent score.
Then let's add in teamwork, too.
You should go home. It's late.
Now, she's kicking me out.
By the way...
Thank you.
You weren't here, okay?
Yes, he's not here.
Okay, go now. It's late.
Let me just finish this.
-Is that okay?
-What?
It's so good. Let's not waste it.
Okay.
If you don't leave,
I'll wipe this on your face.
Whoa! Hey! Okay, fine.
Go home. It's late.
Wait!
-Go home.
-As if the icing earlier wasn't enough.
Don't go home looking like that. Hold on!
-Since you're already home...
-Hey!
Tino!
Who's Tino? There's no Tino here.
That weirdo.
When you slept for only two hours
but you need to go to work.
We don't have time for that.
We've got bills to pay.
-Tita Babes.
-"Babes."
-He gave her coffee.
-So cute.
Up late last night.
Up late again tonight.
Why were you up late?
You're so cute, Tita Babes.
Aica!
Huh?
Glad I caught you.
I've emailed the study
for the merch items.
Okay, sure.
I'll check later.
No, it's okay. Just do it tomorrow.
Are you heading home?
I'll go with you.
What? But you...
You don't even commute.
You're going to Quezon City,
and I'm headed to Alabang.
How did you know?
Hey. Maybe you stalked me.
-I'm a stalker?
-You look like a stalker.
You've got some nerve.
Which one of us sent a friend request?
Why haven't you accepted it?
We've been working together for a month.
Aren't we friends yet?
You can't consider
all your co-workers as friends.
There are boundaries.
What if I make a LinkedIn account?
Will you accept my invite?
Will you let me in?
No! Get off the boundary.
But seriously, how are you?
How's work so far?
I'm getting the hang of it.
I learned from the best.
My boss... You...
I mean you, Angel and Issa.
You keep thanking us.
Why don't you pay us instead?
Accept my friend request,
so you can send me a QR code.
Look, I'll pay now.
I was kidding, you idiot!
I was joking.
You rich people...
I'm going home.
Bye-bye.
Hey, don't blame me
if you can't book a ride later.
Which city is halfway
between north and south?
Is it Cubao?
Cubao?
Wrong.
Mandaluyong and Ortigas
is the halfway point of QC and Alabang.
You little flirts.
Tino?
Here.
You northies are unfair.
We always come to you.
Well, that guy said Ortigas-Mandaluyong
is the halfway point...
No way! It's Makati.
See? Right?
That's too far.
You're obviously a southie.
Don't you know that it takes twice as long
to go from Quezon City to Mandaluyong
as it does from Mandaluyong to the south?
That's why this is the halfway.
No need to get worked up about it.
Fine, then.
How many partners have you had?
Be honest.
-Me?
-Yes.
Be honest.
Wait, I'm thinking
which ones were official.
Wow, that many?
No, the rest are just flings.
Fling?
Yes, just flirting.
So, you're some playboy?
How scary.
This large kwek-kwek is delicious.
Large kwek-kwek?
-What large kwek-kwek?
-This one.
Look at it, it's huge.
Look at it.
-You idiot!
-Small and large.
That's not a large kwek-kwek.
They don't come in sizes like fries do.
That's called tokneneng.
My family is nothing compared to yours.
Sure, we're fine.
We're not struggling financially.
But I don't really feel like
they're my family.
Aside from my little sister,
she's a sweetie.
Hold on.
Your balls are delicious.
I have to buy something in Ayala.
In Ayala?
There's a mall right here, it's huge.
You couldn't find what you needed there?
Shop here instead.
It's not that they're trying
to make me feel small.
It's just how I feel.
I feel like I have to prove myself
because I still don't know
what I want to do with my life.
Grab your large kwek-kwek.
You mean my balls?
Here they are.
Seriously. I mean...
I don't know. I hope...
you find what you're looking for.
I hope you don't settle for "okay."
You have to live. Not just survive.
You don't have to take me home.
This is my way of thanking you
for helping me get regularized.
You just want me all to yourself.
Aica, actually...
I want to ask you something.
But I'm not here.
What?
I was just wondering...
if you wanted to take this
to the next level?
What do you mean?
Well...
Do you want to make it official?
You know...
May I kiss the bride?
So, you'll leave me, too.
Honestly, I don't understand
what I've done wrong.
Where we went wrong.
We could've talked about this.
Happy anniversary, babes.
I miss you.
Happy anniversary. Thanks for the flowers.
-You lucky girl.
-He's so nice.
Hi, Tino. We miss you.
The five months you're gone
feels like five years. I swear.
Sorry I left you guys.
Issa, I heard you made
an internal transfer.
Congratulations!
Thank you! Work hard, play hard, girl.
Tino, why not swing by Ortigas
instead of making these video calls?
-Right.
-You're in Ayala.
-You're in Ayala, right?
-Hey!
This is not a long-distance relationship.
Don't worry, Tino will pick me up later.
Right?
Keep your word, Tino.
-Come on.
-Show up.
-Bring snacks.
-See you.
I have to get back.
Okay, bye.
-Bye.
-I love you.
Photographer's here.
Okay...
MJ?
He's good. Confident.
I like him.
Didn't I tell you, sir?
We need the product to have...
Tino?
I thought it was your second anniversary
with Auntie Aica today?
Right.
My God...
-Aica would be so mad.
-I can get there.
You'll never reach
your third anniversary at this point.
I'm going.
What's going on?
Let's check the map.
See, there was an accident.
Sorry, babes.
It's not your fault, okay? It's okay.
Let's just reschedule for next time.
Are you sure?
Yeah.
Super super sure.
Super super sure?
It's not your fault that this happened.
No one could have predicted this.
Besides, I'm happy with this.
I'm still really sorry
my plan fell through.
It's okay.
Let me take you home.
You're sleepy?
No, I'm fine.
"No, I'm fine."
I can still manage.
Spend the night at my place.
It's dangerous to drive
when you're sleepy.
No.
I'm not sleepy.
Yeah, right.
-I'm serious.
-I can manage, see?
Don't drive if you're sleepy.
I won't, I promise.
Tino?
Tino.
Good morning, babes.
Surprise.
At least I had the sense not to drive
all the way back when I was sleepy.
I didn't have to pay
for toll and gas, either.
Drive you to work?
Hello, Angel? Yes, I'm sorry.
I got held up in traffic.
Yes, I'm on my way.
I'll run when I get there.
I'm sorry, babes.
I didn't mean to make you worry.
I thought that I could
handle it last night.
I just didn't know
I was that tired from work.
I'm really sorry, babes.
Aren't you happy
that I'm driving you to work?
You're going to be late.
I'm working from home.
They're trying this new setup.
Haven't we talked about this?
We should know
how to balance love and career.
If either one suffers in the end,
then we have to choose.
I choose love.
I'm kidding. You're being too harsh.
I'm being practical.
Yeah, I get it.
But we can make this work, right?
Eyes on the road.
You're giving up on me?
Really?
Aren't you madly in love with me?
So annoying.
It's nobody's fault.
Nobody.
Yes, Auntie?
Are you with Tino?
No, he went home last night.
He's not here. Can you...
Yes, sure.
-Ma'am?
-Where's the deck?
-I'll send it ASAP.
-Make it quick!
Yes, ma'am.
It's a miracle you're still here!
You're never late for work.
Raf, did you see Tino last night?
No. Why, what happened?
He didn't go home last night.
I'm getting worried.
I told him to stay the night.
You'll be late. Come with me.
Okay.
Haven't we talked about this?
We should know
how to balance love and career.
Aica, pick up!
The meeting's about to start.
Come on, Aica, hurry!
I thought you wouldn't make it.
What's wrong with you?
I'm so sorry. I had an emergency.
Gosh.
My gosh.
DId you finish it?
-The presentation?
-It's here.
Are we good?
Yes.
Okay.
To our Board of Directors,
we would like to present our wins
of our marketing team this quarter.
We have a verbal award from Pixl Games.
Aica, Pixl Games.
Aica, next slide.
There you go.
So we have a verbal award from Pixl Games.
Finally, we have won this client
after one and a half years of negotiation.
And, just to let you know, our efficacy
rate for our clients and customers...
So those who have been
satisfied with our products...
92% have been satisfied
and for the new companies
for collaboration,
have an efficacy rate of 53%.
53%?
It says here that it's 73%.
Are you sure?
Which is it?
For a while, sir...
Yes, it's 73%.
Aica, can you make the corrections now?
I beg your indulgence, sir.
There!
There we have it.
73% for our new companies
for collaboration.
Moving forward, I'd like
to introduce to you our...
Got chewed out by the boss again?
Let's talk about your anniversary instead.
Was it a happy anniversary?
We didn't get to go out.
I don't mind, it's just another expense.
It's Tino who wants it.
Fine. You know, you should go home.
Don't look at me like that.
Stop working overtime.
And use your vacation leave.
You're not taking care of yourself.
Our bosses won't take care
of us if we get sick.
Hello, babes.
How are you?
I got in trouble again.
By the way,
are we going out tonight?
Sorry, babes.
Our reservation got cancelled.
It's okay. I understand.
I'll text you when I'm leaving.
-Bye.
-Bye-bye.
Tino, how was the presentation?
It was okay.
Sorry, was that Aica?
Are you two going out tonight?
No.
I can't find...
a good place, our previous
reservation got canceled,
and our schedules just won't match.
-There's...
-That's it?
A reservation?
I'll take care of it.
Okay? I have an idea.
Hello?
Babes, get ready tonight.
I was able to work it out.
Really?
Okay then.
Love you. Bye-bye.
It feels like it's been ages
since we last went on a date.
It almost feels like
our first time all over again.
And you're as pretty as ever.
That's a fact.
Just kidding.
Seriously,
I hope this isn't our first and last date.
I know.
We've been pretty busy lately.
I'm sorry.
Aica, by the way,
your interview
with the online news network...
are you really bailing on it?
-Well...
-I mean, it would be a waste.
Their compensation rate
is lower compared to...
But you should still go for it.
You've wanted to be in the news industry.
Just give it a shot,
so you can at least
get a feel for the industry.
It's not that easy
to just quit and follow your dreams.
Babes...
Hi! How are you?
Are you guys enjoying?
-Hi, Aica! Good to see you.
-Hi!
I hope my friend's restaurant
is accommodating you well.
-It is.
-Actually...
he wants to meet you. Is that okay?
He's a potential client.
Is it okay?
-Up to you.
-I'll be quick,
just five minutes.
Go.
All right, let's go?
I'll be back.
-I love you.
-Let's go?
Hey, Tino.
Nice to meet you.
-Let me know if I can help.
-Yeah.
-It was really nice meeting you.
-Nice to meet you, too.
Thank you Mia. Excuse me.
Thank you. Keep in touch.
Is that how women are?
They think that we can just
read their minds?
You men are good
at playing dumb in relationships.
Some might think it's shallow but
that was our time.
I really miss him.
He's right in front of me
but it feels like he's not there.
Like we're not together.
Are we still even "together"?
Aica.
I'm sorry.
I said I'm fine.
Aica.
Come on, Aica.
Babes.
Didn't I tell you not to follow me?
Babes, look, I'm sorry.
Please?
I was just trying to show you that
I'm serious about my job.
Because that's what we're supposed to do.
Right?
I just didn't realize that I've been
neglecting our relationship.
I'm sorry.
Please, babes.
You know what, Tino?
I was happy before I knew you.
I was focused on my career.
I'm going out with friends.
I was saving up for Mom.
But then, you came along.
You messed up my life.
You messed up my system.
But it was okay because I love you.
But you got me used to...
a life where you're always there.
Then suddenly, you're gone.
But I can't...
I don't think I can handle
being away from you.
Maybe...
Maybe we should...
-Break up...
-Move in together...
I just thought we should move in together
'cause I was thinking
of getting a condo anyway.
I figured it would
make things easier for us.
I mean, look at all the time
we waste on the road.
You know, it would be easier
if we just moved in together,
if we get it together.
We'll be able to save up.
We'll see each other all the time. We can...
see each other from morning to night,
from when you go to sleep.
And then when we wake up, we're together.
Babes,
please...
Please.
Are you tired?
-I know.
-Here.
So cute.
I love it.
You know,
I thought we were okay.
The whole time, I thought we were fine.
And I felt like
I was always doing my best.
Always.
-Hey, babes.
-Hi.
I got us some tissue.
Chips.
Why did you buy three packs of tissue?
We've already gone over budget.
And what's this?
We're paying for two Internet bills?
Because we lose signal sometimes.
I just thought having another one
would be handy for work.
We can have two connections.
Sure, if we're rich.
But we're not! What's this?
Seriously?
Weren't you complaining the other day
about your stylus not working?
You should have just bought that instead.
Okay, babes. It won't happen again.
Sir, we can start the meeting.
Okay, let's start. Are you guys ready?
-Ready.
-Yes, sir.
Okay, I'd like to assign
our next project to Tino.
Okay.
Thus, they forget
what living really means.
And that's what Shift-li wants to change.
Shift-li will teach the students
on how to ace their sales.
Thank you.
Congratulations.
Hey.
Thank you.
Look,
the layout is a mess.
I can't figure out
what they're trying to sell.
-If I designed that...
-But they're not our client.
Aren't we on our break?
Are you going to keep talking about work?
Okay, fine. It's breaktime.
If not, you won't be able
to copy it when you lose the files...
Hey Tino, congratulations.
Hey, thanks.
Hey! Come on!
Okay, fine.
My babes looks so happy today.
I think I'm getting a promotion soon.
You're up for promotion?
It will depend on the assessment.
Babes, congrats!
I'm sure you'll get it.
Next thing you know,
you're buying a sports car.
I'll have my own vroom-vroom?
That's not how you say it.
-Like that.
-Is that how it is?
Is that so? I hope I do get it.
Congrats, babes.
I want one here.
Look, babes.
It's about a long-distance relationship.
What if I join a reality show?
Then I'll become an actor and I'll fall
in love with my onscreen partner.
Their chemistry is amazing. It feels real.
Come on.
I'm busy.
Okay, everyone, good job. Cheers!
-Cheers.
-Cheers.
Yes!
Congrats!
Are you okay?
Hey.
Why the long face?
The project was a success.
We should celebrate.
Yeah.
You're right.
Think about my offer, okay?
The design course in the UK.
Look,
they have art management courses
which could benefit you in the future.
-Yes.
-And besides,
it's just 18 months, it'll fly by.
And if you're worried about the expenses...
You'll take care of it?
We will pay the partial fee.
Regarding the balance,
the company will help you
look for scholarship plans.
Don't waste this opportunity.
And believe me,
it was one of
the best experiences of my life.
It shaped who I am today.
Boss, thank you.
No, thank you.
Thanks.
Cheers?
-Cheers!
-Is this a meeting or a party?
-Aica, I went over the deck...
-Yes.
...and I'm not satisfied.
I want you to review it again.
-Okay?
-Okay.
Aica, are you still happy?
I'll always be here for you.
Girl, when I was transferred, oh, my God,
I've never been happier.
Do you even still like your job?
What's going on, Aica?
You've been slipping up a lot lately.
If there's a problem, let me know,
and I can have someone else do your job.
You guys go ahead.
I just need to finish something.
I'm so sorry, Aica, but management thinks
you're not yet ready for the promotion.
Congratulations.
You did well.
Hi, Angel. Do you know where Aica is?
She didn't join us earlier.
Tino, she didn't get the promotion.
I'm sure she's on her way home now.
Hey...
It's okay.
Why not just quit?
This isn't even your dream, right?
Just quit. Okay?
Do whatever you want.
I'll take care of you.
Okay?
After putting Aica through hell,
they promoted the newbie, Janine.
Oh, no.
That's so confusing
because shouldn't the basis of a promotion
be competence?
I'm sorry, I'm just so confused.
Aica deserved that promotion.
Exactly.
She worked so hard for years, you know?
And she doesn't even like this job.
Wait, what happens when you go to Canada?
Aica will be all alone...
You're leaving?
Haven't you noticed anything?
Oh, my God!
Wow, congrats!
Why didn't you say anything?
I don't want the attention.
Come on, I'm happy for you.
You're leaving, too.
It's the end of the PowerPak Girls?
Hey, nothing's going to change.
What about you and Tino?
Any plans?
I'm sure you guys are next
since you already live together.
Should I put a ring on it?
Don't be silly, it's too early.
Why not?
Don't you want to go
on a honeymoon already?
I love you.
So much.
I love you, too.
How much?
This is how much I love you.
What's this?
My love for you. Check it out.
My love for you is expensive.
What's this?
It's a gift.
It's just a staycation.
You've been so busy lately.
I feel we could use
some quality time together
and we can hang out.
Tino, this is too expensive.
We could have used
this money on something else.
Why do we have to go there
when we can do the same things here?
We have a lot of bills to pay.
Get a refund.
Mom...
-Yes?
-What if I quit my job?
What?
Aren't you happy anymore?
If you're no longer happy,
then quit.
What about Bea's tuition
and the bills for the bakeshop?
Don't worry about it.
I'll take care of it.
Are you keeping something from me, Mom?
No.
Nothing.
Tell me the truth.
I'm not hiding anything.
Can't a mom be supportive of her child?
Here are the ingredients, love.
Dad?
Aica...
So, that's it. You took him back.
This is different.
You got back with him?
Aren't you tired yet?
How many times will you go through this?
You'll get back together,
he'll leave, you'll get heartbroken,
then you'll get together again.
Mom, aren't you tired?
He's sick, Aica.
It's bad.
He needs us.
He won't get anything from us
even if he stays here.
We used the down payment for
the bakeshop's space to buy his medicine.
I wanted to tell him about
what happened to Dad.
I was going to tell her about
the scholarship program.
I'm tired.
I'm excited.
Is it a heavy subject?
But is it the right time?
I don't want us to have issues.
We might have some issues.
-We're still okay.
-We're still okay.
Aica, Dad's in the hospital.
Tino.
One bottle?
Yeah.
I just don't get her sometimes.
I was just trying to do
something nice for her.
But...
I don't understand
why she doesn't appreciate my efforts.
Maybe she's just going through something?
Then why doesn't she tell me?
It's that easy.
It's not always that easy.
Mia, what's the point of me
being her boyfriend?
No matter what,
I'll always be there for her.
That's what a boyfriend's for,
to listen and give support.
I even declined Sir Simon's offer
to go to the UK.
-You didn't take it?
-No.
Of course not, I don't want to leave Aica.
It's not the right time
to leave her right now.
Tino.
Sleeping here?
Enzo.
Let's do shots.
-Please.
-No way.
Mom's going to flip
if she see you like this.
Why would she?
We're just celebrating.
Because...
I got promoted.
Yes! Nice!
That's what we've been waiting for.
My boss offered me
a scholarship to the UK.
Wait, I thought we're celebrating?
Why do you look so sad?
Aica didn't get the promotion.
-Oh, shit.
-And...
Recently, I've been trying,
and I've been having a hard time
telling her about mine.
I feel like it might be insensitive
of me to tell her now.
I don't want her to get hurt.
Hello?
Hi, Aica! Sorry, this is Mia.
Tino left his phone.
I think he's drunk.
You can get. We're at View Bar.
Okay. Sure.
-Thanks.
-All right.
If you didn't have to worry
about anything,
would you take the offer?
I mean,
I really like what I'm doing right now.
You know what?
That's the first time
I have heard you say,
"I really like what I'm doing."
You know, you're young, bro.
You've got to think about your future.
What about Aica?
-Hi, Mia.
-Hi! How are you?
Sorry, here's his phone.
Thanks.
Anyway, this is Eunice.
My girlfriend.
-Eunice.
-Hi! Nice meeting you.
You know, I really admire Tino
for passing up on
that design course in the UK.
He loves you so much.
Here's your phone.
Thank you.
Sorry...
I got home late.
Babes?
Are you okay?
I think...
I think I'm pregnant.
It's okay.
It's a good thing.
Right?
I'm actually excited.
Maybe we can get a little Tino or Aica.
Hey, either way, it's cute.
It's a good thing.
You're not pregnant.
You're just very stressed.
You need to take it easy.
Will you excuse me? I'll be right back.
This is good.
Right?
It's good, right?
Yes.
This is definitely okay.
Okay.
Turn right over there.
There.
The map says to go straight.
That's where I always turn right.
Trust me.
The ETA says this route is faster.
Do you know better than the ETA?
What's your problem?
Are you okay?
They were being reckless.
If you have a problem, tell me.
Don't act like this.
I've turned right.
Look at the traffic.
There's even a road repair going on.
What the hell?
That dumbass wasn't looking.
Tell me what your problem is.
-I don't want us to fight.
-I'm okay!
You call that "okay"?
Did I say I wasn't?
-What's wrong with you?
-Nothing!
There is something wrong.
What is it?
You want a family?
You want to study in the UK?
Mia told me you turned down
the offer because of me.
You told Mia, but not me.
I was going to tell you.
You should have,
but you didn't.
Because we don't talk anymore.
You're in a much better place now.
And that's a bad thing?
No.
Not at all.
I'm actually happy for you.
Really?
Doesn't seem like it, though.
If you're happy for me,
then why are we fighting?
Why?
Why do I feel like the happier I am,
the more you get angry?
The tissue, the staycation,
then this design course in the UK...
You're just like this cloud.
A dark cloud that just can't be happy.
I wanted to share all my wins with you.
All of it.
I wanted to share everything with you,
but it's hard.
It's written all over your face
that you're unhappy.
I'm doing all of this... Just look around!
Damn, is it still not good enough?
I'm doing this for us.
But how can I go on
when it only makes you jealous?
It's not a competition.
Fine!
Yes, I'm jealous.
Is that what you want to hear?
Sorry, then.
Sorry I can't relate to your success.
I'm trying, though.
But, really, I'm happy for you.
So happy.
I'm happy because finally your life
isn't just "okay" anymore.
Finally, you found what you needed,
what you wanted to do.
But what else do you want me to say?
That I'm happy for you?
That I'm happy for you
but I'm not happy for myself?
That I'm happy that I'm miserable?
Yes, Tino, I am sad.
And it's embarrassing
because it's the truth.
This is how I feel.
Aica, I'll help you.
We're a couple,
right?
Couples are partners.
Aica, what am I here for?
Isn't it my job to support you?
Or maybe you don't trust me?
Is that why you were so relieved
when you found out we weren't pregnant?
Aica, I'm not the person you used to know.
Okay? This isn't the same Tino.
I've changed.
Exactly.
You're not the Tino I once knew.
You've changed.
But I'm still the same.
Look how far you've come, Tino.
I know I need to work on myself.
Only I can help myself.
So, go ahead
with your plans to go to the UK.
Okay, Aica.
Listen.
Aics...
I'll accept the offer to go to the UK.
Long-distance relationship?
We've been through that before,
right?
Quezon City to Alabang.
Back and forth...
That's not the problem.
Distance is not the problem.
I'm from Alabang, you, Quezon City.
We made it work.
But now,
we live in the same house,
but you still feel so far away, Tino.
Babes...
if there's a will, there's a way.
If you really love someone,
you don't just give up easily.
You know, it would be easier
if you just admitted
that you never really loved me.
I never loved you?
I gave you everything.
But you left me behind.
You're so distant now.
I needed you back then.
Where were you?
Babes...
I'm not happy, Tino.
I'm not happy anymore.
Are we breaking up?
That's just how life goes.
Our lives were heading
to different directions.
There's no other way.
So, I ended it.
Funny how mad I am at Dad
when I'm just like him.
A burden.
You're carrying a heavy load,
but you're not a burden.
You don't have to carry all that weight.
We can lighten the load together.
How, Mom?
By forgiving Dad?
That's not fair.
Should I forgive him
just because he's dying?
After everything he's done?
You don't have to forgive him
if you don't want to.
Be angry,
confront him.
Then I'll be the bad child?
No.
You'll just be his child.
You've always taken care of us.
You put your dreams aside for us.
You've sacrificed so much.
And it's my fault
that you had to take on a parental role
because I wasn't strong enough.
I'm sorry.
I'm so sorry.
But I'm changing that.
You don't have to carry the baggage alone.
I'll take care of us.
Go and do what you really want to do,
okay?
Can I really do that, Mom?
Is it okay?
Is it really over?
I don't know.
She's the one who wanted to leave.
She ended it.
I just don't understand.
I feel like I did everything I could.
I felt like we were okay.
I felt like...
I was at my best,
and I was doing everything for her.
But she still left.
So, what now?
Why are you telling me all this?
To get me on your side?
So I can say it's Aica's fault?
What I'm hearing is
it's all about you, Tino.
"I felt this, I felt that."
But what about Aica's feelings?
Clearly, she's not happy anymore.
She's different from you, Tino.
Let her go
so she can find herself.
Don't you want her to be happy?
We can't just end like this.
Right?
Where are we going?
I don't know.
Just let me be with you,
even if it's just for one more ride.
Sir, we can start the meeting.
Good morning, everyone.
-Good morning.
-Good morning.
Morning, guys. Morning, sir.
So, our first slide.
Let's start...
I hope the transportation system
around here improves.
Commuting to work is hard for us.
And that's a wrap, everyone!
Thank you very much.
Thank you.
Good job, Aica. Going home?
Are you taking the service van?
I brought my car. See you.
Want to grab some coffee?
Yeah. Sure, Miss Babes.
Where to?