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In 1519, when Magellan set sail with his fleet, a sailor was executed under the laws of the time for having a relationship with a man.
Later, Spain brought this strict view to the Philippines, making it very hard for many gay people to live openly as themselves.
Many years later, a Filipino man named Renz grew up in this environment.
He knew his family would have a hard time accepting that he liked men, so at 17 he left home and went to Manila to live on his own.
Renz studied very hard because he understood that good grades could protect him and also give him more opportunities.
He worked and studied at the same time, working at night and studying during the day. Life was hard, but he did not give up.
Later, he met a friend named James.
James and his family knew Renz was gay, but they still welcomed him and gave him a place to stay.
Renz also met many kind people who helped him find work and rent a room, like a new family.
Little by little, Renz built his own “chosen family.”
Although leaving his original family sometimes made him feel lonely, he could finally live more freely and with greater peace of mind.