On the way back from a business trip with my subordinate Rinne, the train was unexpectedly suspended due to a typhoon. We managed to secure accommodation at a nearby office, but only one room was available. Soaked by heavy rain, both of us ended up facing each other in just bath towels.

Trying to ease the awkwardness, Rinne sits closer than usual and quietly confesses, "I've admired you for a long time, Manager." That single sentence changes the tense atmosphere, and although reason tries to stop them, the two slowly cross the line...