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Isagani walks to meet Paulita, his heart racing. He dreams of a future Philippines with railroads and a reawakened nation. He tells Paulita that even if their current efforts fail, he would die happily if she would look at him with pride.
Fourteen young men gather for a feast to celebrate the decision regarding the teaching of the Spanish language. They playfully name dishes with satirical references: 'pansit lang lang' for Don Custodio (now called 'panukalang sopas'), 'lumpiang Chino' for Padre Irene (with a request to remove the padre's nose), 'tortang alimango' for the friars (renamed 'tortang Fray'), and 'pansit gisado' for the country and government, noting that everyone benefits but complains.
The students discuss the French operetta actresses and Simoun's mysterious illness. Tadeo is asked to speak, recalling a speech from class. Pecson also speaks, satirizing the friars and their role in society. He observes a servant of Padre Sibyla leaving the panciteria and boarding Simoun's carriage.
Basilio plans to visit the sick, attend university for his degree, and meet with Makaraig to discuss financing his studies. He has spent a large portion of his savings to free Juli and secure a home for her and his grandmother.