Due to her husband's sudden death, Akari became a widow. Since they were both without family, the funeral was a modest affair attended by only a few of her husband's colleagues. After the funeral, Akari's husband's former boss, Onigashira, delivered the harsh reality: "I'm sorry, but you'll have to move out of the company housing." He continued, "However, if you do as I say, you can stay. You don't have anywhere else to go, right?" As he spoke, Onigashira gently took Akari's hand...
