Series by 桜山結

A serious butler serves with strict manners most of the time. The person he serves begins to notice unexpected cute sides beneath that severe behavior. Their relationship is shaped by rules, service, and small moments that soften the distance between them. The early romance relies on contrasts between duty and affection. Each exchange hints that formality may hide warmer feelings.

Ran Ebato loves athletic boys and dreams of becoming a soccer club manager so she can date a cool player. After she joins, an older male manager named Otaka scolds her for chasing romance before learning the work. His harsh words leave her discouraged. As she spends time around the club, she starts seeing unexpected sides of his cool personality. Her attention shifts as the dependable manager becomes hard to ignore.