The manga Maid Sama! by Hiro Fujiwara was first published, introducing the story that would later be adapted into an anime.
The Maid Sama! anime adaptation premiered in Japan, bringing the manga's story to a television audience.
The anime series Maid Sama! concluded its broadcast after completing its run.
Misaki Ayuzawa is elected as the first female student council president of the formerly all-boys Seika High School, determined to improve conditions for female students.
To support her family financially, Misaki secretly works part-time at a maid cafe, hiding this from her classmates and especially from Usui.
Takumi Usui finds out that Misaki works at the maid cafe and decides to keep it a secret, beginning their complex relationship.
Usui starts supporting Misaki in dealing with various conflicts at school, helping her maintain authority and protect female students.
Misaki becomes conflicted about her feelings as she starts to recognize a romantic attraction towards Usui.
Usui shares details about his background and his reasons for attending Seika High, deepening Misaki's trust in him.
Misaki and Usui confess their mutual romantic feelings, beginning their official relationship.
Misaki continues to manage her school responsibilities, part-time job, and growing relationship with Usui.
