The romantic journey of Alys Perez reached its climax on September 26, 2025, with the finale of Seducing Drake Palma airing on Viva One. The final episode answered the central question that kept fans hooked: who does Alys end up with? After a season of fake romance turning real, complicated by duty and friendship, Alys finally follows her heart. In a decisive moment, she chooses Drake Palma, bringing their turbulent first chapter to a close with a promise of a future together. The excitement for the story continues, as it was officially announced that Season 2, titled Dating Alys Perez, will premiere in 2026 .
Finale Recap: How Alys and Drake Found Their Way Back
The last episode wrapped up the complex relationships that defined the season. Tripp, Drake’s cousin who had developed deep feelings for Alys, finally learned that her heart still belonged to Drake . Despite his heartfelt confession and a gift filled with their memories, Alys could not reciprocate his romantic feelings. In a poignant scene on the rooftop where they first met, Tripp told Alys he was leaving the Philippines, and they shared a final, emotional goodbye .
Meanwhile, Drake took the final steps to win back Alys’s trust. He showed up at her condo and made her breakfast, leading to a pivotal moment where Alys surprised him by sending a relationship request on Facebook . During a visit to his mother’s grave, Drake finally explained his past actions. He revealed that Shaira, his childhood friend, struggled with suicidal thoughts, and he was forced to be with her on the night of Alys’s debut to prevent her from self-harm. He assured Alys he never had romantic feelings for Shaira . This honest confession eased Alys’s doubts, and Drake gave her a strawberry pendant as a symbol of his love. Alys agreed to be his girlfriend again once he reconciled with Tripp and Shaira . The series ended with Drake running to Alys on the rooftop, officially accepting her Facebook relationship request. Though Alys had to move abroad to honor a promise made to her mother, Drake promised to fight for their love. They sealed their renewed commitment by exchanging plastic rings with a kiss .
Fan Reactions to the Dramatic Ending
The finale sparked strong emotions among viewers, who took to social media to share their thoughts. Many expressed how the show affected them, with one fan commenting on Facebook:
“Yung asawa ko mga ante tingin ng tingin sakin nababaliw na daw ako grabe pagkatapos kung umiyak tatawa na naman tapos sisigaw (sa ending) grabe kayo SDP! The best wattpad adaption!!”
Another fan celebrated the lead actors’ chemistry, writing, “SOBRANGGG GANDAAAA!!!!! … LALOO NA ANG RABGELLL SOBRANG MAMIMISS KO TOOO!!! SEE YOU NEXTT YEARR AGADD AT SA MOVIEE AND CONGRATS POO” . While most fans of the central couple, known as #DraLys, were thrilled with the outcome, the ending also left some questions about the challenges of a long-distance relationship for the pair .
What to Expect in Season 2: Dating Alys Perez
Even as one story concluded, another was set in motion. During the Vivarkada fan event in the Philippines, Viva Entertainment confirmed that the story will continue . Season 2, officially titled Dating Alys Perez, is scheduled to release in 2026 on Viva One .
The new season will jump forward in time. It picks up four years after the events of the first season, with the characters having moved beyond their school lives . The storyline will follow the plot of the second book in the series by Beeyotch (Ariesa Jane Domingo). In this new chapter, Alys and Drake have broken up, and Alys is now dating Tripp, who has always been devoted to her . The central tension will arise when Drake reenters Alys’s life, still holding feelings for her, creating a complicated love triangle . The main cast, including Rabin Angeles as Drake, Angela Muji as Alys, and Dylan Menor as Tripp, will return for the new season .
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