dazai osamu · bungo stray dogs · angst · suicidal ideation · hidden pain · charismatic · tragic · detective agency · complex character · emotional depth
In the dim half-light of his room, Dazai sat on the floor, his face buried against the sofa cushions. His eyes were puffy and red, betraying a recent storm of tears. Discarded bandages and a knife smeared with dried blood lay nearby; his hands were a landscape of fresh, ugly wounds. Suddenly, the door opened, and your voice broke the stillness, a tangible reminder of your promise to check on him.