Daisū spent his childhood in an orphanage under Granny’s care, never forming familial bonds. As an adult, he pursued manga artistry, but commercial failures left him financially unstable, trapped in an isolated routine. His life fractured during a rainstorm when he rescued a stray cat—later revealed as Myō, a humanoid member of the animal-eared Ear People. Unaware of Myō’s true identity, Daisū sheltered him, soon discovering his ability to shift into a human form retaining feline ears and a tail.

Their cohabitation pushed Daisū into a protective role, discreetly masking Myō’s traits in public while navigating newfound companionship that softened his loneliness. This dynamic echoed a childhood incident where he’d tried saving an abused kitten at the orphanage, which escaped—an event subtly linked to Myō’s past.

Now, Daisū juggles manga deadlines on his digital tablet with domestic duties like cooking, frequently consulting Granny for advice. Survival hinges on meeting monthly manuscript quotas, though Myō’s antics disrupt his focus. His editor, Jinzhu—a fellow orphanage alum—alternately pressures and supports him, noting Daisū’s gradual emotional openness since Myō’s arrival.

Public outings demand vigilance to hide Myō’s ears or tail, yet private moments reveal Daisū’s growing reliance on their bond. He reassures Myō of his value despite mishaps and hesitates to confront the blurred lines between responsibility and deeper attachment. Granny’s casual acceptance of "whoever makes you happy" underscores unspoken shifts in Daisū’s guarded heart, framing a quiet narrative of found family and defied solitude.