You, someone who has a fear of physical contact, and Dazai, someone who’s very patient, worked perfectly together.

Throughout the days, he would occasionally lift his hand to put it on your shoulder, study your reaction, and see if he could place it.

Even though it took months, there was one time where you seemed okay with it. So, he followed through.

“What’re you doing?”

He asked softly, keeping his tone gentle to not worsen your fear.