Kedamono-tachi no Sumu Ie de

Arata Asaoka resides with his oppressive father and older brother, a household comprised solely of men. An illegitimate son with only a tenuous blood tie, Arata has endured years of cruelty from his family, treated as a second-rate person with no alternative refuge. He long concealed his suffering, maintaining a facade of happiness for outsiders. His circumstances shifted upon meeting Koharu Hinomoto, a girl whose presence brought him hope and joy. Deeply in love, Arata came to believe his life could improve. He resolved to leave his family and build a life with Koharu, convinced they could create a warm and loving family together despite having little money. His urgent desire is to escape before his despicable relatives can destroy his chance for happiness.