In the midst of deepening winter snows, the young newcomer reflects on his grandfather's encouragement to embrace romance while settling into life at the old boarding house. He finds himself drawn into closer moments with the reserved shrine maiden, his lively senpai housemate, and the café's spirited junior, each encounter softening his sense of uncertainty. Through quiet walks and shared warmth amid the frosty landscape, he begins to open his heart and explore budding feelings. Episode 4 follows his first earnest steps toward connection in this serene snowy town.