In Sapporo’s North 24th neighborhood, five stations away from the Susukino business district, a bar’s proprietor, junior proprietor, odd regular customers, and its share of walk-ins recount their strange lives.

Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she’s sold as a lowly servant to the emperor’s palace. But she wasn’t meant for a compliant life…

You Sato is a new high school student living in the dorms. While seeking cheap eats at the local market he finds himself beat up and semi-conscious with fleeting glimpses…