Laglag

Maria wants to terminate her pregnancy. She imagines a world where Enteng is already a child, showing her inner conflict and guilt. Despite her fears, she goes to Manang Flor for help. In her mind, Enteng keeps playing and facing dangers, symbolizing her anxiety and the life she is about to end. Maria talks to Manang Flor, who prepares herbal remedies and a ritual to cause a miscarriage. As Maria drinks the mixture, her imagined scenes of Enteng playing and falling off a steep slope turn tragic. In reality, the ritual leads to a miscarriage. Maria is left to deal with the emotional and physical consequences of her decision. The story ends with Maria mourning the loss of her unborn child, silently coping with the weight of her choice.