Series by 一井かずみ

Mai Mizuura, a recent hire at a trading company, is confessed to by Kato, a top-performing elite in the sales department known for his commanding presence. The company strictly prohibits workplace romance, with severe consequences like transfer for men and suspension for women, prompting Mai to initially decline due to her past job struggles. Intrigued by Kato’s genuine side, which he reveals only to her, Mai agrees to a trial relationship. They navigate their secret romance through discreet moments at work, balancing professional duties and personal feelings. Mai’s cautious yet growing affection for Kato shapes their daily interactions in the high-stakes office environment.

Naho Nodakura longs for ordinary office work but has trouble getting hired. On her way to an interview for a part-time job at a design office, she is pulled into a couple's public argument. She slaps the man who used her as a fake girlfriend. At the office, she learns that the same man is Takumi Sakisaka, the representative of the workplace. After being hired there, her initial dislike shifts as she learns more about his work and his guarded nature.