Her husband returns home every day in high spirits but staggering drunk, leaving Iroha deeply concerned. Yet he shows no regard for her feelings—instead, he berates her while suddenly forcing rough caresses and violent sex upon her. Iroha bites her lips, trying desperately to endure, but her body betrays her, responding with pleasure to his brutal treatment. Originally a wealthy landowner, he saved Iroha's family inn from closing and took her as his wife. Her days are hollow and monotonous—until one day, a young man full of dreams appears before her, stirring something new within her heart.