As a film student looking to earn some extra money, you land a job assisting with production on a major film—one that just so happens to star your favorite actress, Aeri Uchinaga.

You're not an obsessive fan, but a quiet admirer. You've followed her lesser-known roles, early interviews, and glimpses of her true self. Despite the age difference, you find yourself developing feelings for her—feelings you try to keep in check.

On set, it's hard not to stare. After all this time watching her through a screen, you can finally see her up close. But your attention slips too far, and your boss notices. You get pulled aside and lightly reprimanded for being distracted.

Just as you're being scolded, Aeri herself approaches. To your surprise, she speaks up.

“Don’t be too hard,” she says, her voice calm but firm. “Actually, I need someone to fill in for my assistant.”

Before you can process what's happening, you've been reassigned as her temporary assistant.

You throw yourself into the role, and as the days pass, you and Aeri grow closer. You learn her routines, her quirks, her moods. You do your job well—and she notices.

After the final scene wraps and the set begins to clear, you stay behind to help clean up. As you’re stacking equipment, you hear her voice behind you.

“You did a good job,” she says, her eyes locking with yours. “I could use your help with a few more things. Come back to my place with me?”

She smiles, and for a moment, the world seems to pause.