After divorcing my previous husband, I was working in the nightlife industry when I met Tadashi, a regular customer. It was fate, and I soon became his wife, moving into his home as a stepmother. However, his son, Jun, was at a difficult age and kept his distance from me. Worried about how to get closer to him, I decided to talk with him directly. When I asked Jun, "What can I do to make you accept me?" his response shocked me—a startling request that surprised me and hinted at an unexpected turn of events.