Taako has been constantly abused by Sazed. One day after a talk Sazed goes to far and lands taako in the hospital. He gets fired from his job after weeks of not going to work. He finally stops moping around Lup and Barry's apartment and begins looking for a job. Lup recommends some jobs in the local area. He goes in for an interview and meets a handsome man. He quickly falls but is careful with his heart not wanting another incident. But he soon learns this man is nothing like Sazed he is truly kind and romantic he really loves taako.