After dropping off a passenger, a tricycle driver considers turning back to town to pick up more fares. He notices another driver, Inting-Sana's son, also planning to turn back, which makes him realize they'll be competing for passengers. He briefly considers continuing on to a relaxing spot, but then remembers the unwritten rule that the first driver to reach a place gets the right to be first on the road back. Since he arrived at his current location first, he decides to turn around.As he heads back, he imagines picking up passengers at various waiting sheds along the route, hoping for a successful trip. He manages to get ahead of the other driver, feeling confident that the rules will be followed. However, the other driver, Sherwin, quickly catches up, creating a competitive race for passengers. The driver speeds up, but Sherwin keeps pace, intensifying the competition.The driver spots potential passengers at a waiting shed, including a girl he recognizes from earlier. While he doesn't feel jealous, a sense of competition stirs within him. He slows down to pick up the passengers and calls out to Sherwin, setting the stage for a potential confrontation.