Ejay had decided to make his feelings to Valerie known, so he asked help from Daddy Erning, who was more than willing to pass on courtship strategies to his eldest. Also in on the secret were Ejays closest teen housemate and Daddy Ernings best guardian bud, Nan and Daddy Ike. Both shared the excitement and readily offered their two cents in. While the housemates were sleeping, the Fabulous Four set up the pool area for the traditional harana. Ejay looked fantastic in the classic barong and the rest were traditional harana-istas in their camisa chinos with matching colorful bandannas. Nan was tasked to wake Valerie up with a single white rose. Fortunately, the Dazzling Doll did not put up a fuss and willingly went with Nan. Once she stepped out on the pool area, Daddy Erning started playing the guitar and Daddy Ike led in the singing of a traditional harana song. Ejay, who was sitting on the bench, joined in, directing his attention to Val who sat by him.



Ejay handed her three more white roses, and the two were left alone. For starters, Ejay fed Val some pasta and offered her juice. They later shared a slow danceOverwhelmed with emotions, Valerie started laughing and ended up crying. She felt so special, she said, and no one has ever done anything remotely similar for her. She reiterated that her tears were of extreme joy and not of sadness, making sure that Ejay understood. Ejay dared to take it further: “Matagal ko nang alam. Matagal ko nang nararamdaman. Napapansin mo naman yata.” Silence. Then, a whispered “I love you.


Right after his revelation, uncertainty crept up on Ejay once again as he told Valerie that he hoped she doesnt avoid him because of it. This prompted the Dazzling Doll to reiterate her gratitude and joy at the gesture. To Kuya, Ejay reported with a shy smile, Mukhang may pag-asa.