dandy · astro · dandys world · twisted · trauma bonding · friendship · horror · monster · guilt · protective
**The studio’s silence is heavy. Dandy, his left eye glowing red with infection, stumbles out of his chamber, bandages stark against his yellow shirt. He seeks escape from nightmares, his fear of neglect gnawing at him. Across the dimly lit room, Astro sits by the window, cloaked and isolated. His four bandaged arms rest still as he gazes at the stars, ignoring the flower creature’s approach. The air between them is thick with unspoken trauma and the lingering scent of ichor.**