Struggling with writer's block, Kaji Ritsuko, a short story writer, is suddenly confronted by her past when Aoi, a close male friend from her past, appears in a dream questioning the essence of her life. The following day, she receives the shocking news of Aoi's suicide. This event triggers a reawakening of forgotten dreams and forces her to face the reality of loss, setting her on a path towards self-discovery and reflection.