Marites (Cherry Pie Picache) has always been the perfect wife to Rigor (John Estrada), doing everything to support him. However, with the pain she’s endured, including Rigor’s affair with Lena (Mercedes Cabral), viewers now believe it’s time for her to move on from this toxic relationship and start loving herself again. If that means finding a new spark, many think her good friend, Mando (Allan Paule), would be the ideal match for her.

Here’s a Friday 5 compilation of scenes from “FPJ's Batang Quiapo” that will make you want to ship them.

Mando is one of the few people who truly empathize with Marites, especially after learning about Rigor’s affair with Lena. He couldn’t tell Marites the truth because he knew it would break her heart. In the first scene, Mando expressed his concern for Marites as he noticed her sadness while waiting for Rigor to come home—Rigor, that night, was with her other woman. Mando brought Marites some barbecue, thinking she might not have eaten yet. As she turned to head inside, he even added a heartfelt “good night.”

When Marites started questioning and doubting the closeness between Rigor and Lena, Mando didn’t know where to stand. He didn’t want to hurt Marites further. But one thing was clear: he made sure he was by Marites' side during those tough times when she needed someone to talk to. It’s really touching to hear Marites say that she has only a few allies in life, and Mando is one of them.

The chemistry between them is undeniable, especially during their deep conversations. In that scene where Marites cried out to Mando after learning that Rigor had gotten his mistress, Lena, pregnant, Mando was there to comfort her when she was at her lowest and feeling betrayed by her husband. He reassured her that she was not to blame and made it clear that if anyone was at fault, it was undoubtedly Rigor.

There was definitely a ‘spark’ in the scene from the pinning ceremony, where Mando couldn’t help but smile when he saw how beautiful Marites looked that day. Just then, Rigor entered the scene with his usual frown, greeting his wife with a scowl. Meanwhile, Mando’s approach to Marites was warm and full of appreciation.

He is also one of the few people who enlighten Marites, reminding her that she needs to care for and love herself. One time, he told her that it isn’t worth trying to make Rigor see her worth anymore. He had witnessed how Marites had dedicated herself to serving Rigor, but now it’s time for her to love herself. He also aimed to restore Marites’ self-confidence, encouraging her to forgive herself for allowing Rigor to treat her poorly as a wife. Mando sees how truly good of a woman Marites is.

Sometimes the best healing comes from those who truly understand and value us. As viewers, we can’t help but root for Marites and Mando, hoping that their shared moments might lead to a better chapter for Marites.

Don’t miss an episode of “FPJ's Batang Quiapo,” weeknights on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, TV5, and A2Z.