The light novel ending was divisive in Japan. Many fans felt betrayed by Mirai’s "true" death, arguing that the anime’s revival was the correct emotional choice. Others praised Torii for his courage, noting that the novel’s ending aligns with the series’ dark, melancholic aesthetic.
: The novels focus more heavily on the internal mechanics of the Cursed Clan's blood and the specific lineage of the Nase family. beyond the boundary light novel ending
There is no official English translation of the light novels, making detailed plot summaries of the third volume's final chapters rare in Western fan circles. Comparison with the Anime/Film Ending The light novel ending was divisive in Japan