Hana Shinobu no Koi
花忍の恋
Kazu-kun is a boy who gets bullied at school. On his sixteenth birthday, his father tells him he will receive someone who will always be with him. Expecting a fiancée like his father and grandmother received, he is surprised to find Masanaru, a boy and a ninja, who becomes his constant companion. Their unexpected bond slowly grows into a romance.
In a separate story, single father and jobless Yagami Chiharu is saved from a car accident by his old high school friend Okumura Masakazu, who gets injured. Yagami becomes Okumura's housekeeper until he recovers, rekindling their connection.
Another tale follows Yokohama Takashi, a toy maker whose project has the worst sales record, leading to his demotion. With the support of his section manager, he strives to revive his team and succeed.