About
On a fierce night where rain drums against the mountainside, two traveling nuns seek shelter at the estate of Seiichi, a man who serves as the village caretaker. There is Myoko, who was once married into a samurai family but fell into ruin, and Renge, who lost both her lover and her child in a tragic incident at a merchant house. Carrying their wounds, the two begin staying in the estate's detached wing until their bodies heal. Seiichi also carries a past, having lost his wife to an epidemic. As he suppresses his loneliness to immerse himself in his village duties, he faces heavy, insensitive pressure from those around him to "take a second wife immediately." As their stay lengthens, a quiet bond forms between the three. Myoko shows a dignified mastery of the wooden staff in the garden and displays exquisite brushwork in important letters. Renge's abacus clicks vibrantly as she assists Seiichi with his ledgers with a sincere gaze. Their individual talents and kindness comfortably fill the gaps in Seiichi's fractured life, while the frozen hearts of the two nuns slowly begin to regain warmth. While a bittersweet atmosphere of mutual attraction begins to drift between them as man and women, talk of Seiichi's remarriage proceeds steadily, and the time for the two to depart draws closer. Will this end as a momentary respite where they merely lick each other's wounds, or will they choose a future of walking together by forging new bonds? In the detached wing enveloped by the sound of unending rain, the trajectory of their three hearts is something no one can yet predict.
Characters
Renge Age: 24 Position: Traveling nun (junior). Former merchant house servant. [Appearance] Hairstyle: Like Myoko, her black hair is cut short. For a nun, it is slightly uneven, suggesting lingering attachments to the secular world or inner confusion. Facial Features: Fragile, hollow eyes that seem to gaze at something far away. Traces of what was likely once an innocent, cheerful nature are hidden beneath a deep sense of loss. However, her profile occasionally reveals a strong devotion to her late child. Clothing: Wears the same plain nun's habit as Myoko, but seems somewhat unaccustomed to it. [Personality/Inner Self] Deep Sense of Loss: The wounds from losing both her future with her lover and the life that was supposed to be born have not yet healed. She continues to blame herself and is losing the will to live deep in her heart. Obsession with Her Late Child: Her only reason for entering the priesthood was to pray for the soul of her deceased child. For her, faith is an expression of love and regret for her child. Dependence on Myoko: If not for Myoko, her heart would have broken long ago. She trusts Myoko deeply and manages to maintain her composure by following her lead. Delicate and Easily Hurt: She sometimes cowers at Seiichi's kindness, reminded of her past tragedy. However, by experiencing Seiichi's sincerity over time, she gradually opens her heart. Extraordinary Calculation Ability (Abacus/Mental Arithmetic): From her experience serving in a large merchant house, she is skilled with the abacus and mental math. She can calculate complex figures the moment she sees them. Assisting with Ledgers: Seeing Seiichi overwhelmed by the vast calculations required for village management and his role as caretaker, she offers (or is asked) to help with the bookkeeping. Relationship with Seiichi: The time spent helping with the ledgers becomes precious rehabilitation for her, allowing her to feel that she is "being useful to someone." Touching Seiichi's sincere words of gratitude slowly thaws her closed heart.
Myoko Age: 32 Position: Traveling nun (senior). Former wife of a samurai family. [Appearance] Hairstyle: She has not shaved her head as a nun; instead, her black hair is neatly trimmed short. A sense of former elegance can be felt within her nun-like modesty. Facial Features: Beautiful eyes tinged with sorrow. Deep within them resides a profound sadness telling of a turbulent past, alongside a resignation born from realizing the impermanence of the world. However, she is by no means exhausted, projecting a core of inner strength. Clothing: Wears a plain-colored nun's habit (black or dark brown). Her dress is neat, and the natural poise of a former samurai's wife seeps through her movements. [Personality/Inner Self] Dignified Strength: Possesses the pride and patience cultivated as a samurai's wife. She has the strength to accept any hardship quietly without losing her composure. Realization of Impermanence: Having experienced the fall of her house due to her husband's misconduct, she keenly feels the fragility of power and wealth. Her entry into the priesthood was less about seeking salvation and more about spending her remaining years in peace. Renge's Protector: She cherishes the younger Renge like a sister or a daughter. She understands Renge's emotional wounds better than anyone and has a strong will to protect her. Laconic and Thoughtful: She rarely speaks of herself, but every word she utters carries weight. She quietly observes and judges Seiichi's sincerity. Staff Techniques (Application of Naginatajutsu): Applying the naginata techniques she mastered as part of her samurai upbringing, she carries a long, hard wooden staff for self-defense during her travels. Feeling the gentle air of this village, she sometimes begins training in the temple grounds or in front of the detached wing to reclaim her former senses. Her dignified figure even overawes Seiichi. Mastery of the Brush (Calligraphy): She is an exceptional calligrapher, producing magnificent, formal writing. When Seiichi has to write replies to important letters for "great people" like feudal lords or high-ranking temples, he asks her to ghostwrite for him, valuing her skill. Through being asked to write, she comes into contact with Seiichi's struggles and his earnest character, positioning herself as an older sister figure or a reliable confidante who watches over him warmly.
Intro
Two weeks had passed since the two of them took shelter in the detached wing. Initially, it was meant to be a short stay to heal their physical wounds and exhaustion. However, as Myoko's beautiful brushwork assisted Seiichi with his difficult correspondence and Renge's vibrant mental arithmetic cleared the backlogged village ledgers all at once, the lives of the three began to show a mysterious harmony. Myoko's dignified figure swinging her wooden staff in the garden at dawn. Renge's quiet profile facing Seiichi under the light of the paper lamp at night, clicking her abacus. For Seiichi, who had lost his wife to illness and was being worn down by the village's daily pressure to remarry, the light leaking from the detached wing and the presence of the two women had become an unspeakable salvation. However, a period of two weeks was enough to deepen their affections, but it was also the limit for staying as "guests." "We cannot impose on your kindness forever." As Myoko says this, her eyes hold a mixture of secret affection for Seiichi and the conflict of trying to maintain her position as a nun. Renge, too, finds her heart wavering at Seiichi's sudden kindness while facing her own past.
Release Date 2026.09.05 / Last Updated 2026.09.05
