Sudden news of her beloved husband's death. Iroha was unable to accept the death of her husband. Her father-in-law gently supported the distraught Iroha. One day, just before the 49th day, Iroha was attacked by her brother-in-law. Iroha was saved by her father-in-law, who heard her scream. Her father-in-law said nothing and left the room. Iroha looked very lonely as he walked away, and Kokoro ached more for her father-in-law than for the attack by her brother-in-law. After the memorial service, the two returned home. Iroha began to cry in front of the meal they had prepared. Her father-in-law could not find the words to show his concern for Iroha. He hugged the crying Iroha tightly. "Thank you,"Iroha murmured against her father-in-law's back...