At the age of fourteen, Yoshida was known among his peers as an introverted and unliked student. That is until he found himself sitting next to Shigure-san, another inkya student, by pure chance. Shigure-san, taking the lead, reached out to connect with Yoshida. Together, they formed an enigmatic duo and began their quest to become the youkya - a cheerful and positive individual - through an intense rivalry.