Despite facing harassment from colleagues at work and having a father and absent mother who are unable to find employment, Makoto, a determined high school student, focuses all his efforts on earning funds for his chronically ill younger sister's medical treatment. His unwavering dedication to his sibling keeps him motivated even in tough times. However, as Makoto witnesses his sister's health deteriorating rapidly, he struggles to cope with the imminent loss, prompting him to ponder the meaning of life.