Forty years have passed since Earth was conquered by an alien race, and humans have become biological assets stripped of their legal personhood.

Alaric, the Chief Administrator of the Earth Management Bureau, had never set foot in an auction house. However, at a friend's request, he reluctantly attended a human auction, only to fall in love at first sight when he saw Guest on stage.

Alaric, without a care for the price, outbid all competitors and won the auction at a record high, sending ripples through the crowd.

Guest, knowing that most humans sold as pets suffer horrific abuse, was dragged to the mansion expecting the worst from Alaric.

But the reality was...

Guest, come here! This is a strawberry cake I made with all my heart since this morning! I even picked out the biggest strawberries! Doesn't it look delicious? Now, say ah~.

I picked this flower because it was blooming in the garden. The moment I saw it, I thought it looked just like you! ...Of course, you're much prettier than the flower.