Rapidly, Wan finds herself unemployed and burdened with her father's failing grocery store. As she struggles to keep the business afloat, she crosses paths with diligent and charming customer Maewnam. Despite Maewnam's encouraging attitude towards Wan's attempts to revive the store, she harbors a secret about her family's trade that could jeopardize Wan's aspirations. This is the storyline of the film "The Whale Emporium".