The new episode of Ang Mutya ng Section E Book 2: The Dark Side is almost here. Episode 3 arrives this week, continuing the tense story of Jay-Jay Mariano caught between her feelings for Keifer and her engagement to Yuri. Fans can mark their calendars for the official release on December 19, 2025.
Episode 3 Release Date and Global Streaming Times
Ang Mutya ng Section E Book 2: The Dark Side follows a weekly release schedule. New episodes arrive every Friday exclusively on the Viva One app. The third episode will be available for streaming on Friday, December 19, 2025.
The episode goes live at 12:00 AM Philippine Time (PHT). For international viewers, this means the episode arrives on Thursday night or very early Friday morning in their local time zones. Here is when you can watch based on major time zones:
- Philippines (PHT): Friday, December 19, 12:00 AM
- Korea (KST): Friday, December 19, 1:00 AM
- India (IST): Thursday, December 18, 9:30 PM
- United Kingdom (GMT): Thursday, December 18, 4:00 PM
- United States (EST): Thursday, December 18, 11:00 AM
- United States (PST): Thursday, December 18, 8:00 AM
The only official platform to watch new episodes is Viva One. The app is available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. It requires a paid subscription plan, though new users may find some free initial episodes. Season 1 of the series is also available on Viki with subtitles.
Recap of Episode 2: Self-Defense and Rising Tensions
Episode 2, titled “Self Defence 101”, focused on physical and emotional battles. The story began with a class activity where Jay-Jay impressively knocked out Keifer during a practice session, earning cheers from everyone. However, the real conflict was about the heart.
The tension between Keifer and Yuri became more intense. Yuri confessed his dislike for seeing Jay-Jay with Keifer, reminding her of their engagement. This led to a moment where Jay-Jay, feeling guilty, let Yuri kiss her on the cheek. Witnessing this, Keifer reacted with a level of anger and frustration that surprised Jay-Jay.
Keifer unleashes his anger, a type that Jay has never experienced. This revealed how possessive Keifer is when it comes to his girl.
The episode ended with a misunderstanding involving Kit and Mayo on the school rooftop, adding more complexity to the group’s dynamics.
What to Expect in Episode 3: A Secret Gift and Emotional Confrontations
Episode 3 pushes the story forward with new secrets and direct confrontations. The plot involves a mysterious gift for Jay-Jay. When a classmate named Ci-N asks for yogurt, Jay-Jay goes to a shop and is followed by David. There, David hands her a necklace. When Jay-Jay asks who sent it, David replies with a cryptic question: “Do you know any child of Poseidon?”. This hint points toward Percy, Felix’s stepbrother, who tried to speak to Jay-Jay about her own sibling in the past.
The episode also shows Yuri trying to strengthen his bond with Jay-Jay. He takes her to mass and later teaches her simple Japanese phrases at home, including the phrase for “I love you”. Meanwhile, Keifer confronts Jay-Jay about her choices. In a key moment, Jay-Jay admits her confusion.
Jay-Jay says that everything points to Yuri, yet she still circles back to Keifer. He snaps and asks why she is letting an engagement control every decision.
This scene shows Yuri using affection to secure his place, while Keifer directly challenges the logic of Jay-Jay’s engagement.
Background on the Hit Series and Its Return
Ang Mutya ng Section E became a global phenomenon after its first season debuted in early 2025. The series is adapted from the popular Wattpad novel “The Jewel of Section E” by author Lara Flores. It follows Jay-Jay Mariano, played by Ashtine Olviga, as she becomes the only girl in the notoriously rowdy all-boys Section E at her new school. Her arrival disrupts the class, especially its leader, Keifer Watson, played by Andres Muhlach.
The show’s mix of school drama, friendships, and a complicated love triangle connected with audiences worldwide. The first season ended with a major cliffhanger: Jay-Jay became engaged to Yuri, played by Rabin Angeles, at a New Year’s party, just as Keifer arrived to confess his feelings.
The second season, Book 2: The Dark Side, officially started filming in October 2025 and premiered on December 5, 2025. It brings back the main trio and introduces new characters set to deepen the drama. The full season has 18 episodes, split into two parts. The current Part 1 will run for 9 episodes, with Episode 9 scheduled for January 30, 2026. Part 2, containing Episodes 10 through 18, is expected to start in June 2026.
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