Pretty Proofreader

Fashion-loving Etsuko Kono joins a publishing company dreaming of becoming a magazine editor, but is assigned to the proofreading department. Still positive and hardworking, she shakes things up at work and falls for young writer Yukito Orihara. A story of love and career. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

Etsuko is assigned to proofread a book based on popular blogger Aki's money-saving tips. Inspired, she goes beyond her role with new ideas. But a major incident puts her department in danger, while she still cannot forget Yukito, who moves in with Morio. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

After proofreading a novel by famous author Marie Shijo, Etsuko is thanked for pointing out a contradiction. But it turns out it was not her note. Someone else left it. Suspecting Yoneoka, she investigates, and at a book event she unexpectedly sees her co-worker, Ms. Fujiiwa. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

Etsuko proofreads actress Asuka Sugimoto's autobiography and visits her hometown to fact-check, where she meets a gossip reporter. Soon, a scandal threatens the book's release. At Asuka's press conference, Etsuko takes unexpected action, while Yukito is urged to reveal he is a writer. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

Etsuko is thrilled to proofread an essay by her idol, legendary stylist Tokiko Fraulein. Meanwhile, Tokiko styles models for Lassy magazine and harshly criticizes Morio's props. Knowing Morio's hard work, Etsuko cannot stay silent and confronts her. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

When Etsuko learns that Yukito is living with Morio, she secretly follows him. At work, she proofreads a children's story that is too difficult and protests to editor Kaizuka. Then Kiritani, a former writer Kaizuka once supported, appears, as the author suddenly refuses publication. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

While proofreading an essay by Mr. Hongo, Etsuko begins to wonder if Yukito is his son. Editor Kaizuka hints at a dark past between them. Though hesitant, Etsuko decides that not fact-checking would harm the work, and questions Yukito as a dedicated proofreader. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

Romance novelist Aoi Sakuragawa suddenly visits the proofreading office and hugs Manager Takehara, revealing their surprising past. Competing with Aoi's passion, Etsuko gives her best to proofreading. As they debate and improve the novel together, the two gradually grow closer. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

Etsuko is excited to proofread her favorite fashion magazine Lassy, but struggles with its different style. Her relationship with Yukito remains unclear, and she is shocked to learn that Morio likes him. Losing confidence in work and love, she even shows up in unusually plain clothes. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

In the final episode, Etsuko gets a big chance to transfer to her dream fashion magazine. But she learns that Mr. Hongo's new book faces plagiarism accusations. While working to clear his name, she neglects her proposal for Lassy and her important presentation. Will she achieve her dream? Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV

A year after transferring to Lassy, Etsuko's career and relationship with Yukito are going well. But a new editor-in-chief, Nikaido, fires staff and clashes with Etsuko, telling her to quit. Welcomed back to proofreading, Etsuko worries about Yukito's new editor. Work and love are in crisis. Based on the novel "Koetsu Girl" by Ayako Miyagi, published by KADOKAWA. ©Ayako Miyagi/KADOKAWA ©NIPPON TV