At the center of the story is Cha Woo-jin, a young woman who works at a child development center. She is married, expecting her second child, and content with her life. However, a tragedy unexpectedly strikes her family, leaving no mother able to fully recover. The main protagonist desperately seeks help from law enforcement agencies and psychological support groups, but no one can restore her lost happiness. Detective Ji-hoon, who is also experiencing a profound loss, decides to take on her case.