It's been five years since my wife Tsubaki and I moved here. When we first relocated, we got caught up in some trouble, but thanks to our friend Ishii helping us out, we've been living a happy life ever since. Ishii and I became close friends. Six months ago, he lost his wife and has been deeply grieving ever since. When I learned how much he was suffering, I discussed with my wife the idea of going to support him. But Tsubaki said, "He must be busy," and instead suggested going to see him herself. I was worried about her going alone, but I trusted Ishii completely. Little did I know, that decision would set off a chain of events that changed everything...