Struggling actress Natsume juggles odd jobs and auditions; photographer Limi ponders womanhood and success before finding a new subject.

Her fame growing, Natsume is caught unawares by an impromptu shopping spree when she's invited to a VIP event; Limi's friends discuss her fertility options.

Hiraku and Natsume grow closer while she attends a photo shoot; Limi goes out on a limb to find a suitable donor; Eriko balances work and motherhood.

Akane takes Natsume under her wing, but fame goes to her head; Yuruco sets up a promising meeting; Eriko receives a life-altering diagnosis.

Tamio and Limi struggle with relationships and fertility in their own ways; Natsume deals with the fallout from her carelessness.

The women struggle under societal pressures; Natsume confronts her actions; Akane tries to support her clients; Limi receives happy news.