Series by 粕谷紀子

Saki Ayukawa, a 32-year-old carefree housewife, lives with her ordinary husband, Hideyuki, and their precocious daughter, Masumi. Her laid-back approach to household duties is disrupted when Hideyuki suddenly proposes they divorce in three years, urging her to become more independent. Determined to keep her family together, Saki begins efforts to improve herself, taking on new responsibilities and a part-time job. She faces challenges from her husband’s colleague, Kiriko, who seems to have her own agenda, and meets Sudo, a charismatic man who complicates her emotions. Through these experiences, Saki navigates the balance between personal growth and maintaining family bonds.

Serina Asagi, a devoted housewife, finds her purpose in serving her beloved husband, Takefumi, despite the cold judgment of those around her. Her world shifts when Takefumi dismisses their close bond as uncomfortable, prompting Serina to reconsider her role at the urging of her friend Motoko. Determined to protect Takefumi after learning of his affair with his boss, Chihaya, Serina takes drastic steps, even running errands for the pair. When Takefumi is summoned by Chihaya’s powerful husband, Director Niiyama, Serina’s actions escalate as she navigates the consequences.