Shaken by sudden tragic news, Iroha struggles to accept the loss of her beloved husband. The only one who gently supports her through the grief is her father-in-law. On the day of the forty-ninth memorial service, she is attacked by her brother-in-law. Hearing her screams, her father-in-law rushes in and desperately protects her. Yet, he simply whispers "I'm sorry" before leaving the room. His lonely back leaves a deeper ache in Iroha's heart than the assault itself. After the memorial ceremony ends and they return home, Iroha breaks down in tears in front of the meal she prepared. Her father-in-law, unable to speak, pulls her tightly into his arms. Whispering "thank you," Iroha finds peace in his embrace, discovering a new emotional anchor. A tender story of solace and growing intimacy unfolds.