John Fritz Ardeña

As a child, Popoy has always been an academic achiever. He dreams of becoming a nurse that would someday be able to help heal the sick and provide comfort to those who need it. He starts his journey with his grandmother who accepts sewing jobs to fill their daily needs, along with his educational requirements. The ups and downs of their life will determine Popoy's ways to achieve their dreams.

In the middle of World War 2, Tonton loses his innocence, finding the gruesome fate his sisters and friends go through at the hands of the Japanese soldiers, as he fights for himself, his family, and his country.