Ochiai has a modest personality and often displays a serious disposition. Following a separation from her partner, she moves into a new home complex where she coincidentally meets Sawatari, a vivacious younger man who resides in the same building. Following Sawatari's kind act of rescuing Ochiai from an intoxicated individual, they frequently run into each other. Because of Sawatari's compassionate nature, Ochiai is able to overcome her anxiety and sorrow and rediscover happiness, which fills her heart with authentic and heartfelt emotions.