May Briones

Marlene packs to move in with her boyfriend, Jong. Her daughter, Nicole, rebels against this as she knows of Jong's abusive nature. Marlene is angered by Nicole's smoking. This uncovers a series of buried issues that lead to a heated argument that ends with Nicole wishing for her mother's death. Thinking of running away, Nicole's decision is halted by the discovery of her mother's illness and Jong's help. Nicole agrees to move out for her mother's health, even if it means staying abused by Jong.

Anan, a young faith healer of the Baryo Hinirang, is on his quest to find the answer behind the scarcity and death in his small community when he falls under the spell of Tres Marias, whom he encountered face-to-face. Contesting the old beliefs about the wickedness of the creature and the testimony of his grandfather, Tandang Igo, Anan gave relief to the community with the “miracle water” from the river of Tres Marias. With all the praise and adoration, the community, headed by Anan, invites the Tres Marias to live with them. Is the baryo ready for what is coming next?