Struggling with soaring dorm fees, graduate student Kentou Sasaki relocates to a budget apartment with faulty bath and stove facilities. Braving the cold, Kentou's tough resolve is tested when a snowstorm pushes him to the brink of freezing. Thankfully, his enigmatic metal-loving neighbor, Soushi Ikematsu, comes to his rescue, defying expectations with a warm meal. Over a year, the duo forms a routine of shared meals, but Kentou's unspoken feelings for Soushi linger, hindered by fear of jeopardizing their bond. As Kentou grapples with his growing affection for Soushi, the question looms: can he conceal his true emotions while navigating the labyrinth of love?