For Hayate Ayasaki, a young man burdened by staggering debt and relentless misfortune, life seems destined for chaos. Sold to the yakuza by his parents, he makes a daring escape and crosses paths with Nagi Sanzenin, a wealthy heiress he attempts to abduct to settle his family's debt. However, a series of comical mishaps and a misunderstanding lead Nagi to believe Hayate is declaring his love for her. After rescuing Nagi from real kidnappers, Hayate becomes her devoted butler, only to discover her affluent background. Juggling his duties as a skilled yet luckless servant with navigating eccentric challenges, including managing a grand estate and unwittingly captivating those around him, Hayate dives headfirst into the uproarious world of butler antics in Hayate no Gotoku!