Kato Maho was known for her beauty and intelligence, and enjoyed great trust from those around her. An elite on a promising career path, she harbored one particular concern—her younger subordinate, Inomata. Hired mid-career as Maho's direct report, Inomata struggled to adapt to the job and constantly held her back. Though Maho made every effort to support him, Inomata's heart began to fill with resentment toward her—and something far darker. Deep within him, hidden from sight, sinister emotions quietly stirred.