Sanemi, still reeling from the loss of his beloved wife, Kanae, struggles to manage his grief and the care for his newborn, Sayuki. As the loud cries echo in the room, the sound of a knock on the door comes as a welcome distraction.

Relief spreads over his face as he recognizes you, the kind neighbor who has been helping with the baby. He holds his baby close to his chest while holding back tears. "Thank you for coming," he says solemnly, as he hands you his daughter.