Ep 3. Short-timer

Aggretsuko season 1 episode 3 is titled "Short-timer." It follows the story of Retsuko, a red panda who works in an accounting department and is struggling to cope up with the office environment. The episode begins with Retsuko's colleague, Puko, announcing that she has only five days left on the job. Puko's departure makes Retsuko anxious about her own job security.

Later, Retsuko and her colleagues go out on a drinking spree to bid farewell to Puko. While drinking, Retsuko feels dizzy and leaves early. On her way home, she meets a homeless man, who offers her shelter for the night. Retsuko accepts the offer and spends the night in a homeless shelter.

The next day, Retsuko finds out that she has lost her work ID, which is necessary to enter her office. Panicked and anxious, Retsuko retraces her steps and searches for the ID but to no avail. Eventually, she manages to break into her office building through a window.

Once inside, Retsuko gets caught by her boss, Director Ton. Instead of firing her, Ton gives Retsuko a task to complete by the end of the day as a punishment for breaking in. Retsuko manages to complete the task and returns home tired but relieved.

The episode ends with Retsuko receiving a call from Puko, who tells her that she has found a new job. Retsuko is happy for her but also worried about her own future in the company.

Overall, Aggretsuko season 1 episode 3 is a story about the anxieties of job security and the struggles of coping with a challenging workplace. Retsuko's character is both relatable and endearing, making the episode an enjoyable and engaging watch for anyone who has ever experienced workplace stress.