The old man owed a huge debt and actually pledged his granddaughter to a Demon.

The story of Kakuriyo no Yadomeshi follows the heroine, Aoi, who, due to her ability to see Ayakashi, is forced to travel to the Hidden Realm, a world separate from the human world, and work at the Ayakashi inn, Tenjinya. Originally, she only intended to repay her late grandfather’s debt, but over time she forms bonds with various Ayakashi at the inn and warms their hearts with human cuisine. The plot blends fantasy, cooking, and heartfelt moments, showcasing the unique lifestyle of the Ayakashi world through food and interpersonal interactions.