After a painful split with her partner, the red panda Retsuko shuts herself away from any hope of falling in love again—at least with a real person. She retreats into virtual reality, where her digital boyfriend lavishes praise and appears in adorable costumes, though it comes at a cost. She feels the weight of past relationships pressing down, fearing any future affection might be doomed to fail. The virtual companion's compliments feel hollow, reminding her that real connection requires vulnerability and mutual respect.
While frantically searching for alternative income sources, Retsuko lands in another financial jam after colliding with a parked van while driving a rental car. The van"s owner, a stern cheetah named Hyoudou, hires her as the accountant for an underground idol troupe he manages. The new role soon overwhelms Retsuko, sparking fresh material for her next death‑metal catharsis sessions.
Amid all this, Retsuko questions whether she truly craves a bland and unexciting existence or if something more awaits beyond her cubicle. Will she ultimately triumph in both romance and career? Or will she again be persuaded that the monotonous office life is the path she must follow?
