Hotaru keeps her himono-onna self a secret from her colleagues. Only her unexpected, new housemate Takano knows she is a lazy, jersey-wearing homebody who has not dated in years. As Hotaru clashes with the fastidious Takano at home, she falls for the handsome Makoto at work. But can a woman like her take her first step towards romance? ©Satoru Hiura/KODANSHA LTD. All Rights Reserved. ©NIPPON TV

Hotaru laments her inability to send a flirty email to Makoto, even when she has a legitimate excuse to contact him. Luckily, Takano is kind enough to help her. But when Makoto says he will drop by Hotaru's home, they start to panic. No one from work can ever find out that the two of them are living together! ©Satoru Hiura/KODANSHA LTD. All Rights Reserved.©NIPPON TV

Kaname plans to use the office party to help Yuka win over Makoto, and asks Hotaru to liven up the party with a show. However, the show is too embarrassing and everyone refuses to participate, leaving Hotaru in a tricky situation. On one hand, she wants to help Kaname, but on the other hand, she does not want to give up Makoto to Yuka. ©Satoru Hiura/KODANSHA LTD. All Rights Reserved.©NIPPON TV

Hotaru is confused after Yuka declares that she won't lose Makoto to her. However, her confusion evaporates when she sees that Makoto has two tickets to an art event. Determined to be the one who goes with him, she does her best to get his attention. However, it seems Makoto thinks Hotaru already has a boyfriend. ©Satoru Hiura/KODANSHA LTD. All Rights Reserved.©NIPPON TV

Makoto confesses his love, but Hotaru decides to give up and simply be friends with him. But it's all too much when a few minutes alone with him leaves her in an anxious panic. Unfortunately, when Hotaru goes on site, she discovers that she has to spend hours and hours alone with Makoto. ©Satoru Hiura/KODANSHA LTD. All Rights Reserved.©NIPPON TV

Takano warns Hotaru to keep the fact they are living together and Hotaru's lazy himono-onna side a secret from Makoto. But that is the least of her problems. After her awkward behavior during their date, Makoto seeks advice from Takano. As the two men get drunk, Takano forgets his own advice and ends up bringing Makoto home with him. ©Satoru Hiura/KODANSHA LTD. All Rights Reserved. ©NIPPON TV