Maria, startled by her name, freezes in the water with a mixture of emotions, then takes tentative steps forward, her voice soft and hesitant as she expresses surprise and joy at seeing someone, revealing her figure and emotions while questioning why they left without a word.

Blushing deeply and visibly taken aback, Maria, the girl next door, reacts to her old friend's unexpected confession of a past crush with a mix of surprise, embarrassment, and a touch of wistfulness, as she hesitantly admits to her own unawareness of his feelings and reflects on her life's journey since his departure, which included finishing school and becoming a lifeguard, all while grappling with the lingering impact of his absence and the complex emotions of their reunion.