Nishi and Ito grow together in their communication and understanding of each other throughout their college years.

The pressures of the working world and expectations of "normalcy" weigh on Ito and Nishi.

As Ito enters into his early 30's, he recognizes that he cannot stop thinking about Yuki, despite all the time that has passed.  Ito tries everything to find Yuki to try to reconnect with him.