Expensive Candy

When talking about our ancestors,

what sort of images comes to mind?

I'm sure you're thinking of people half-naked.

Or tools made of wood or leaves...

Simplefolk with no material wealth.

But did you know that when Western invaders first set foot in Mindanao

during Magellan's expedition...

According to Pigafetta,

back then they didn't need to dig too deep to find gold as big as an egg.

Every one of the Rajas'

possessions were made of gold...

Their dinner plates and earrings were made of gold...

they even had gold in their teeth!

A far cry from our usual image

of the first Filipinos...

What's that?

Give it to me.

Everyone has a story about their first sexual encounter.

Thank you. You may sit down.

Mine is pretty special since

I'm already past 30 and I still haven't done it.

Whose idea was this?

I'm not going to get angry, I just want to talk.

If no one comes forward, we're having a quiz.

I knew it!

I could tell it's Gopez just from the handwriting.

Gopez, do you have a problem with virgins?

Nothing, sir.

Well, obviously, you care enough about it

that you had to do a survey.

It's just for fun, sir.

Well, let's discuss it.

I don't really care about your little survey,

I just want to know

what's running through your mind.

Well, sir, see, if you're no longer a virgin,

it's proof that someone likes you!

But when you're getting old and you're still a virgin,

that must mean nobody's interested.

Did you know that when the Spaniards arrived

they were so surprised at the sexual freedom women enjoyed?

So you're still a virgin?

Get one-fourth sheet of paper. We're having a quiz.

Number one, what date did Magellan land on Homonhon Island?

Ohh, someone's getting paid today!

Aren't you going to treat us?

Come on, Toto. How about beef with fried rice?

Or what about Halo-halo?

We're all getting paid today, why would I treat you?

You're so stingy!

Let's just go!

- But just like love, - Renato, ma'am.

- I'm not thinking about it constantly. - Renato Camaya.

I guess I just don't like the idea of

putting so much effort into romance.

Not to mention all the expenses.

The vendors of Angeles City confirmed

the steady increase in the cost of commodities

such as fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish.

A kilo of tilapia that used to be at 115 pesos

is now at 128 pesos.

Son of a bitch.

Prices just keep going up.

So listen up, Letlet!

Quit fooling around with boys!

If you get knocked up early, you're dead!

These costs will kill you!

This again, mother?

Mother, here's my pay.

You got what you needed?

Mm-hm.

You know, if a fire started,

your room would be the first to burn down.

Mother, this is my only joy in life.

Look at this one. It's Maria Clara.

Son,

don't take this the wrong way, but...

I'm getting worried.

You're past 30 and not once did you bring a girl...

That's just how it is, mother.

Life is hard, isn't that what you said?

That lecture was for your sister!

Because she's too young.

Here, take this.

I won it at the lottery today.

Go out and eat.

Ask out one of your female friends so you can develop feelings for each other.

Go on.

Then, when you don't get the girl...

that's a hit on your pride!

Don't you really have anyone to ask, bro?

Not even your co-teachers?

Nope.

You're lucky that mother keeps pushing you to have a girlfriend.

When it comes to me and Wiggie,

she's way too strict!

You know how mother is,

books before boys.

Wiggie and I are more responsible than you think!

Believe what you want!

Where are we eating?

Let's have sisig by the rail road!

Not bad for your 500 pesos.

We already had dinner back home.

Why would we waste the cash?

Learn to save where you can.

Mother said we should eat out!

Mother said I should eat out with a female friend,

not with my sister.

Then why'd you ask me?

No reason.

You're crazy!

At least give me money for the trike fare!

I'll just go home!

Just walk. It's not that far.

You're the worst!

But what if there was a place

where you can easily find a partner?

And for cheap, too!

Area, sir?

Are you looking for the Area?

What 'Area'?

Women, sir.

Is this Area?

Yeah, boss. This way.

Bro, come on!

Just take your pick, man.

See if you like any of the girls inside.

300 pesos, bro.

There's more over there.

You into that?

They'll finish soon.

No, no!

Bro, we're giving it for 250.

How about 200?

Is this your first time?

I'm not looking to fuck!

I'm a decent man!

So why did you take a look?

I was just curious!

I can tell you stories about this place if you want.

Hey!

Candy!

Where the hell have you been?

We've been looking for you!

I was just with a friend.

That one's 700 pesos.

He said 250 pesos.

Candy's different.

She's special.

If you're not interested, can I get by?

- I need to... - I only have 500 on me.

Are you fucking kidding me?

Look at what you're gonna rail, man!

Does that look like your average meat?

It's expensive...

It's alright, TJ.

Business is slow anyway.

Fine, fine...

Nevermind!

I'm saving up.

Sorry.

Well?

Are you guys ready to get your cherries popped?

Hell yeah, man!

I've been ready since last week!

I didn't jack off for a week for this!

Whip out your cocks

coz we're not coming outta here as virgins!

What do you want us to do?

You said you would tell me stories.

You thought I was serious?

No, it's just...

I'm a teacher.

History teacher.

What's the history of this place?

Hell if I know?

All that matters is what it is right now.

A hotspot for broke-ass bums

looking for a cheap...

Hey, I'm not a bum.

Then you should have gone to Fields!

That's where people with money go.

Fields?

Let's just get this over with.

Hey!

What are you doing?

Stop squirming!

It's like giving a dog a bath!

Your first time, huh?

Mm-hm.

Leave it to me, then.

Ever been kissed on the lips?

I love you!

What the fuck?

What was that?

What?

I love you' for a stupid kiss?

Let's finish your initiation.

Boss!