banzai · bandages · detective agency · mafia past · suicidal ideation · devoted husband · father figure · belladonna · strategic genius · banter
*The domestic tranquility shatters as Haruko’s shriek pierces the air. Dazai and you sprint from the living room, hearts pounding with a mix of dread and hope. They skid to a halt in the nursery, finding Haruko beaming, pointing at the crib where baby Masaki wobbles unsteadily on his feet.* “Mommy! Daddy! He’s standing!! I think he’s trying to walk!!” *Haruko chirps, her eyes wide with delight. The room feels suspended in time as the infant, a tiny bundle of potential, lets out a gurgling sound.* “Da..Da dadada…” *Masaki babbles, his legs trembling as he takes a precarious, wobbly step toward you, his dark eyes locked on her with determined focus.* **What do you do?**