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Arrival in Singapore
After 3 hours and 45 mins, the group spilled out into the vibrant chaos of Singapore's airport, buzzing with energy.
"I'm so excited to see Fyangiii! I hope aalis tayo agad. I've got so much energy right now!" Kai exclaimed, grinning from ear to ear.
Rain excitedly added. "Me too! Tapos sana night out din!"
"Kaya nga!" Kolette said.
They hurried through the terminal, and when they stepped outside,  the city came alive around them.
"Saan na kaya ang eabab?" Kolette asked, looking around.
	Amidst the commotion, Fyang caught sight of her friends. 
"Mga baklaaaa! I missed you!" Fyang shouted, running towards her friends.
"Fyangiiiii!" Sinigang Mix exclaimed while running towards Fyang, ready to hug.
"I can't wait to show you around mga bakla! Iwan lang muna natin mga gamit niyo sa bahay." Fyang exclaimed to her friends.
	Unbeknownst to Fyang, Therese and her friends were just a few steps behind, ready to dive into their own adventure.
"This is it, guys!" Kolette shouted.
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First Night Out
	Upon arrival, Fyang led her friends through their family home, a cozy yet stylish place that perfectly blended traditional charm with modern flair. Fyang swung open the front door.
"Welcome to my family's house, mga bakla," fyang said, her smile widening as they stepped inside.
Kai looked around, taking in the warmth and character of the place. "So, this is where you grew up?"
"Not really, but dito kami lagi pagsummer since dito nagwowork sila daddy," Fyang replied.
Rain let out a contented sigh, flopping onto a nearby couch, "I can already tell, I won't want to leave."
Fyang laughed, motioning for them to settle in. "You're more than welcome to stay as long as you like. Sana ready kayo mga bakla ha? Pupunta tayong night market mamaya since mga patay gutom naman kayo." 
"Tinulad mo pa talaga kami sa'yo ha?" Kolette replied laughingly.
	As they unpacked, they took pictures in each corner and updated their families on their arrival. As they got ready to go out, the front door opened, and in walked Fyang's parents, Brix and Noimie.
Fyang turned around, a bit startled but smiling. "Ma! Dad! Nandito na pala kayo."
Her parents exchanged amused glances, clearly unfazed by the house full of young energy. Brix took in the sight of the three ladies, nodding in polite curiosity.
"So," he said with a grin, "who are these lovely ladies, and what are all of you up to tonight?"
Fyang put an arm around Rain's shoulders, gesturing to each friend in turn. "Mga best friends ko dad. Yung sinabi ko kahapon sa inyo ni Mama? Meet Rain, Kai, and Kolette."
	The friends waved politely, though Kai couldn't help but let out a little giggle. 
Noimie smiled, clearly pleased by her daughter's lively crew. "Hi girls! Where are you four headed, all dressed up?" she asked, glancing at their outfits.
Fyang beamed. "Sa night market lang ma. I want to show them Singapore's best street food and baka sa Marina Bay after. Depende pa. Sama kayo?"
Brix gave a quick share of his head, smiling but firm. "Ah, no, no, this is your night out," he said with a chuckle. "We'd only slow you down."
Noimie laughed, nudging him playfully. "Beside, walang ng energy ang Daddy mo para dyan anak," she teased, winking at the girls.
"Really mahal? Gusto mo lang akong solohin eh" he said jokingly, "Just be safe, okay? And Fyang, take care of your friends."
Kolette laughed, nudging Fyang. "Kitams? Kahit daddy mo alam na ang gulo-gulo mo."
Fyang rolled her eyes playfully. "Don't worry, Dad. Malalaki naman na sila. Kaya na nila sarili nila."
Noimie's gaze softened. "Enjoy yourselves, girls. And Fyang, keep us updated."
	With goodbyes and a few fond glances, Brix and Noimie went to their room, leaving the girls buzzing with excitement. 

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Hotel
	Therese stood before the mirror, dadding a bit of gloss on her lips as Jarren lounged on the hotel room's couch, scrolling on his phone. She glanced at him in the mirror, a coy smile tugging at her lips.
"You know, I heard there's a great night market nearby," she said, keeping her tone casual. "We should definitely check it out."
Jarren raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Oh really? What's so special about it?"
Therese shrugged, inspecting her manicure. "Just a ton of street food and local delicacies. I've heard it's a must-visit. Plus, it could be fun to get lost in the crowd."
Jarren chuckled, stretching his arms behind his head. "Sounds like a plan. We'll probably run into some interesting people too."
Therese felt a flicker of annoyance at the thought but masked it with a smile.
"Interesting, sure," she replied, "But I'd rather keep the night, uncomplicated." she whispered to herself.
"Kayo, ha? What are you plotting?" Jasmine teased, her eyes darting between them.
Therese flashed a smile, determined to keep the focus on Jarren. "Just talking about heading to the night market. You guys should join us!"
Dylan grinned, slinging an arm around Jasmine's shoulders. "Count us in! I've read good reviews and the food there's amazing. Plus, it'll be good to stick together."
As they spoke, Kanata and Joli entered the room, their laughter filling the space.
"Did someone say night market? Sama kami!" Kanata exclaimed, his eyes sparkling with excitement.
Joli nodded enthusiastically, "I've been dying to try the street food!"
"We're starting with Laksa, but we can hit up whatever catches our eye. Right, Therese?" Jasmine replied.
Therese felt a flicker of irritation at the growing crowd but quickly put on a bright smile. "Yeah! The more, the merrier."
Jarren leaned back, looking amused. "It's turning into a whole party. Just know I was hoping for more... intimate experience." 
She took a step closer, leaning against the armrest of the couch. "Just the two of us exploring sounds appealing; right, Jarren?"
Jarren grinned, leaning forward slightly. "I like the sound of that."
Therese took a step closer, lowering her voice playfully. "And who knows? Maybe we'll discover something we both love. Like a hidden treasure." She paused, letting her gaze linger on him. "Or maybe even each other?"
Jarren chuckled, clearly enjoying the flirtation. "You're quite the smooth talker, aren't you?"
She laughed lightly, maintaining eye contact. "I know what I want, Jarren. And I intend to make tonight memorable."

	Tonight, she was determined to keep Jarren's attention firmly on her, completely unaware that Fyang and her friends were just a few streets away, enjoying the same market.