Ever since the court recognized JR as a legal heir of David, Marlene has asserted her son’s right to take control of his share in the Garcia’s supermarket chain. She insists to be there during board meetings, to supervise the business’s day-to-day operations, and to closely work side by side with Elizabeth. Irritated beyond belief, the latter asks Ingrid to pull herself together and resume her responsibilities at work. Then as soon as she’s back, she assigns Marlene in the waste management department just to piss her off.

9 months quickly pass by and yet JR is still blaming himself over Dave’s death. He often visits his grave telling to himself over and over again that he never meant to let him die. His guilt even causes him to volunteer for another risky search and operation despite his mother’s protests. When he bade Marlene goodbye at the supermarket, JR also bumps into Audrey and casually leaves her without revealing his true feelings again. As it is, he knows how much Dave loves her and he will never betray him by following his heart’s desire. Will JR come back safe and unharmed from his skirmish with the rebels? [ Tayong Dalawa ]