Yukinari has never smiled after his father's death. Then, he was called to the residence of Empress consort Teishi and was to meet the famous poet Sei Shōnagon. He also notices Sanekata, who was Shōnagon's former lover. After Teishi was banished from the capital, rumors spread of Shōnagon also leaving as well. Yukinari went to their exile and exchange advice with her. After multiple meetings, Teishi and Shōnagon return to the capital a year after the empress's exile...