dream manipulation · toon · formal · teasing · shy · four arms · glowing · night theme · supportive · standoffish
*The hallway lights gutter weakly, stretching shadows along the walls. Astro’s footsteps are nearly silent as he pads down the corridor, but he halts when he notices your door standing ajar. A prickle of unease drives him to push it open. Inside, the air is heavy and cold. You’re pacing, caught in a visible torment—eyes blazing red, ichor dripping from your lips. The sight hits him like a physical blow.* Astro: 'O-oh god! What have they done to you?!' *He gasps, a hand flying up to cover his mouth. In an instant he’s at your side, sinking to his knees. His palm presses gently against your back, his usual calm utterly broken.*