Light Novel Chapter 10

いつかはマイファミリー (Itsuka wa Mai Famirii, lit: Someday, My Family) is the tenth chapter of the light novel series of The "Hentai" Prince and the Stony Cat.
==Plot==
After the destruction of the storehouse, Youto takes refuge in the main house for the night. After breakfirst the next morning, they assume that school would have been cancelled due to the typhoon, so they begin a game of Daifugo to kill time.
Amidst the game however, the storm shutters break, allowing rain and wind to enter the house. They discover that the courtyard has transformed into a muddy river, threatening to flood the house. The group assesses the damage, realizing that both the first and second floors are compromised due to flooding and roof leaks.
Youto suggests using the secret mezzanine floor in Tsukushi's room to store valuable items. Tsukiko and Azusa are surprised to learn about the room's existence. Upon entering, they discover the space is filled with years of photographs and memorabilia of Tsukiko that Tsukushi has obsessively collected. Tsukiko begins tearing down the photos, while Tsukushi sinks into despair.
The group works together to move furniture and electronics to the mezzanine floor. Youto takes on the majority of the heavy lifting, earning reluctant praise from the others. Despite their teamwork, the worsening storm makes the house feel increasingly fragile.
While checking the house, Youto stumbles upon the family altar, where photos of the Tsutsukakushi sisters' parents are displayed. He reflects on the sisters' grief and loneliness, offering a prayer for their happiness. Tsukushi arrives and observes Youto's gesture, expressing faint approval. Tsukushi expresses concern about the worsening storm, the once-stately mansion now flooding, with broken windows, backfilling pipes, and rainwater invading every room. Tsukushi recalls a similar flood from 12 years ago, emphasizing the urgency of acting rather than passively enduring the disaster.
They discuss potential evacuation procedures, with Tsukushi also showing concern for Youto's "older brother" and the rest of his family. Youto asks Tsukushi to pray to the Stony Cat to undo her wish, but she reveals she already retracted it the previous night. Despite this, the storm and destruction persist, suggesting something beyond her control is at work. With the ominous presence of the Stony Cat continuing to loom, the house begins to collapse again, falling beams and debris inexplicably avoid hitting Youto and Tsukushi, as if guided by an unseen force. They are surrounded by destruction but remain unharmed.
After they return to the banquet hall, Tsukiko leads Youto to her room to offer him dry clothes. Her Western-style room is notably smaller and cozier than her sister's, with pink decor, stuffed animals, and shelves filled with games and zombie DVDs. Tsukiko provides Youto with her father's old jersey, casually mentioning her lack of memories of him. Unlike Tsukushi, who reveres their parents' memory, Tsukiko approaches their absence with cold logic, claiming she has no emotional connection to them. Youto gently suggests that Tsukushi's attachment to family memorabilia stems from loneliness. Tsukiko dismisses the idea, asserting that her sister needs to grow beyond such sentiments. When Youto asks if Tsukiko ever feels sadness, she denies it outright, maintaining her emotionlessness.
After changing clothes, Youto receives a call from his friend Ponta, who questions why Youto missed school, claiming that the typhoon has already passed and the weather outside is clear. However, the Tsutsukakushi household remains trapped in a storm, hinting at supernatural interference.
Youto finds Azusa fretting over their isolation, likening their situation to Noah's Ark. They then notice that the previously destroyed storehouse has been restored, confirming that Tsukushi's wish to reverse its collapse was granted. At this point, Youto has figured out the person responsible for the rest of the destruction. He asks Azusa to spend time with Tsukushi and deepen their bond, explaining that it's crucial for resolving the situation. Azusa initially refuses, citing her dislike for Tsukushi's bossy demeanor and impressive figure, which she considers "illegal." After some coaxing and hair-patting, Azusa reluctantly agrees to consider helping.
With Tsukushi distracted, Youto finds Tsukiko sitting alone in the banquet hall, shuffling cards for a game of Daifugo. Tsukiko claims playing cards is merely a distraction to help her relax amid the chaos, though Youto detects her true feelings beneath her indifferent exterior. Youto realizes that Tsukiko's lingering wish isn't just about spending time together — it's a subconscious desire to create a world where they can exist like a family, isolated and safe from the outside. Youto confronts Tsukiko, challenging her acceptance of their stagnant situation. She reluctantly admits that the house, once filled with life, has become a lonely and suffocating space for her.
Tsukiko buries her face in Youto's borrowed jersey, commenting on how it reminds her of her father's scent, despite having no real memories of him. She brings up Youto's earlier mentions of wanting to become her older brother, expressing her own wish for such a relationship. However, Youto refuses, asserting that he cannot grant that wish.
Tsukiko initially reacts with frustration and hurt. Youto explains that he wants to be more of a brother-in-law rather than a blood-related brother, reassuring Tsukiko that their connection doesn't require constant togetherness to be meaningful. He proposes maintaining a balance between closeness and independence, which preserves the excitement of their meet-ups and allows them something to look forward to when away from each other. He then invites Tsukiko to come to his house and meet his family, where they can eat and play together.
As they come to an understanding, Tsukiko demands Youto to swear that he will honor his promise. As he nods in affirmation, Tsukiko cancels her wish. The storm outside abruptly ceases, and the house is restored to its original state as debris swirls back into place. Tsukiko collapses into Youto's arms, exhausted but at peace.
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