But..

[ this still doesn't feel like it's enough, but dazai doesn't seem to want to hear anymore of this. and so, atsushi lowers himself again, until he's lying on top of dazai once more with his face resting on dazai's chest. ]

Thank you, Dazai-san.

[ it's the least he can say and do in this situation, even though words can't quite convey just how grateful he is to dazai. not just for holding him like this, but also for saving him and going out of his way to spend time with him and patting his head and buying him snacks.. ]

Is there anything I can do for you too..?

[ wait, he just remembered something. ]

Uhm, if you really want me to, I could try wearing a maid outfit, like you mentioned..