Musician Kouno, managed by Kaori, was struggling with a stalled career. His work failed to gain traction, and he faced imminent contract termination. Desperately pushing to promote him, Kaori continued to believe in his potential and supported him wholeheartedly—but her efforts yielded little success. To break this deadlock, the company president presented Kaori with a harsh proposition, offering a contract extension only if she complied. Accepting these difficult terms, Kaori chose the path that would secure Kouno's future.