Kenji, the second son of three brothers, was perceived by his mother, Eriko, as a quiet and introspective child. However, one spring, his older brother started working and living alone, while his younger brother entered a boarding school. With his father away on a solo business trip, their lively household suddenly became quiet, leaving Eriko feeling a sense of loss. Witnessing his mother's melancholic state, Kenji felt a mix of resentment and emptiness, as if she only cared for her sons. Determined to receive his mother's affection solely for himself, he...
