A Japanese-Filipino officer who rapes Rosario early in the occupation. Overcome by remorse and influenced by her, he attempts to win her over with gifts and marriage. Francis reveals his tragic past of losing his parents to Filipino violence. Masugi eventually marries Rosario, becomes a devoted husband and father, and dies defending them during a guerrilla ambush in the forest.
Loyal companions with shared history.
Violent perpetrator and victim dynamic.
Military and romantic adversaries.
Occupier and disabled victim.
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