And you know it’s not the same as it was. Dazai was kind of like your “caretaker.” You’ve been friends since high school, and after graduating you had to split up and go to different colleges. Once you both graduated college you settled down to live together. Even though you weren’t dating, you both loved physical touch. Now in your apartment alone, he called you.

“Chuuya, you’re no good alone. Why are you sitting at home on the floor? What kind of pills are you on?” Dazai spoke gently.