Monday, July 10, 2006

Episode 9.1

Dorina continues to perform with the band, much to the appreciation of her growing number of fans.

Larry tells Lavinia that their press conference improved her image, but that she's not completely out of it yet. When he suggests that she lie low and take a short break, Lavinia disagrees and tells him to accept every offer, tv show, concert, and personal appearance that is offered because she doesn't want anyone to think she's hiding. She even says she'll do charity work through a foundation in her name. She's convinced that if she does this, the public will love her again and forget about Dorina.

Dorina finishes shooting her Jollibee commercial under the watchful and protective eye of Nico and Zossimo.

Jay complains when Dorina misses band rehearsals because of her Jollibee shoot. He also complains about her solo appearance at the advertisers' party. Jack says it's only expected that Dorina is invited to the party because she's the only one with a commercial. Jay says maybe it's time they became an all-male band since he and Chris can also sing. Gary finally ends all discussion by reminding them that without Dorina, they would have no contract with Zoni. He says there's no need to discuss this further because Dorina is the heart of the band.

Emilio's taxi duties leads him to the vicinity of Adora's restaurant. Adora is horrified when she sees him walk in for a bite to eat. She ducks behind the counter to avoid being seen. In a panic, she reveals to Minda that the man who just walked in is Emilio. She starts to wonder whether it's her fate that Emilio will eventually find her because their paths keep crossing.

Later that night, a worried Adora is still awake in bed. She gives into the urge to sit up and lovingly watch Dorina sleeping. Dorina wakes briefly when Adora kisses her on the forehead, but at Adora's urging, she goes back to sleep, oblivious to Adora's tears.

Zossimo escorts Dorina to her first voice lesson with Rosamia. Dorina cannot help but gently nag Rosamia about her constant drinking. Dorina even goes to the extent of finding Rosamia's many liquor bottles and emptying their contents into the kitchen sink. At another time, she prepares a meal for Rosamia. Their lessons progress well, and soon Rosamia is sitting in the studio with Nico and Zossimo, listening with approval and appreciation as Dorina records her song.

Rosamia congratulates Dorina at the end of her recording, and Dorina gives her mentor all the credit. Dorina says she'll miss Rosamia now that her lessons have ended. Rosamia half-jokingly says she won't be missing Dorina since she can now start drinking again. The two women laugh and affectionately hug each other.

It is dinner time at the Pineda home, and Oman remarks that Dorina is not performing as often as she used to with her band. Adora says Dorina has been busy recording her album since it's only half-finished. Oman says it's just as well, so she spends less time with Gary. As Dorina stares speculatively at Oman, Bencho asks Oman why he always seems to be mad at Gary when he's a nice guy.

Adora asks Dorina why she's suddenly quiet. Dorina says she feels sorry for Rosamia since her income will be less now that her voice lessons are over... and that she'll also miss Rosamia. Adora says half-jokingly that she's starting to feel jealous. Dorina assures her that there's no contest, especially since Rosamia is just her vocal coach, while Adora is her mother! Adora laughs and kindly suggests that Dorina continue her voice lessons, much to Dorina's excitement.

Bombi is paroled and arrives at Tiyang Letty's home. He asks how Emilio's search has progressed. Emilio says he saw Doris once but she was able to slip away. Bombi reminds Emilio that Adora used to frequent Baclaran. He suggests that Emilio hang around that area for a while, just in case Doris still frequents that place.

Alone at home, Rosamia is unpacking her latest purchases, which includes a bottle of wine. When she removes the bottle from its bag, she hesitates for a moment, then proceeds to the kitchen to empty the wine into the sink. Smiling to herself, she returns to the dining room and continues to unpack the rest of her groceries.

Rosamia is surprised to open her door to find Dorina standing outside. Dorina says Zossimo and Nico felt she should continue her lessons, and Rosamia welcomes her in. In the living room, Dorina becomes concerned when she sees three wine bottles in a bag on the table, but Rosamia assures her that she just threw away the contents.

As they sit down, Rosamia tells Dorina that thanks to her constant nagging, she has actually stopped drinking now. Dorina is pleased, and as she apologizes for her nagging, she says she takes after her mother -- they are both makulit, especially in matters of health.

Rosamia says that Dorina is lucky to have a mother like that. She looks away and becomes lost in thought. Almost mumbling to herself, Rosamia says she hopes Emilia Rose is just as lucky. Curious, Dorina asks who Emilia Rose is, and learns that Emilia Rose is Rosamia's daughter. She asks where Emilia Rose is, and Rosamia sadly replies that she's now gone.
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