Take to Kota to Aoto

Take returns home after a long day to find his son, Kota, crying alone in the dark. His wife has left, leaving him to raise Kota on his own. After Kota begins nursery school, Take learns that one of the teachers, Aoto, was a student he had once bullied. Balancing work and parenting has left Take isolated from his friends. One day, when he lets his guard down in front of Aoto, the teacher comforts him, acknowledging his hard work and dedication. Following this moment, Take becomes more aware of Aoto.