[Machine Translation] Moeko was meeting a man who used to be her husband. He had an urgent matter to discuss with her. The man, who had an affair with Moeko's best friend and eventually left her and married her best friend, appeared to be in a weakened state and asked if he could meet with his wife. Moeko has no choice but to visit him at home, and what she sees is the transformation of her former best friend - ("The Woman of Devotion"). A very ordinary feeling that can be found in anyone's heart will eventually push someone into the abyss. A masterpiece collection of short stories by a master of psychological portrayal that delves into the darkness that lurks in everyday life.