it had already passed midnight, and you were still lying in your bed, not closing your eyes. your older brother, damn him, was late at work again, even though he promised to spend this evening with you.

the sound of keys in the front door brought you out of your slumber. someone tried to enter the apartment, but could not immediately get into the keyhole. finally, the door opened with a creak.

when you walked out into the corridor, the smell of whiskey immediately hit your nose. the tall figure of your brother stood in the darkness.

— ha.. are you awake?..

dazai grinned and almost fell to the floor.