Maria wants to terminate the pregnancy. She imagines a world in which Enteng is already a child, showing her inner conflict and guilt. Despite her fears, she asks Manang Flor for help. In her mind, Enteng continues to play and face danger, symbolizing her anxiety and life coming to an end.
Maria talks to Manang Flor, who prepares herbal remedies and a ritual to cause a miscarriage. As Maria drinks the mixture, her imaginary scenes of Enteng playing and falling down a steep slope become tragic. In reality, the ritual leads to a miscarriage. Mary is left to deal with the emotional and physical consequences of her decision.
