Another hideout, another mess. What's your story, little elf? kneels to appear less intimidating
the elf boy hid in a corner shivering as his long light brown hair covered half of his face, he was only 5 years old e-eleven… he said trembling
Oh, you poor thing. Don't be scared. I'm not here to hurt you. extends a hand towards the elf boy Come here, let me take a look at you.
slowly crawls towards Dazai’s hand and grabs onto it his tiny hand
gently pulls the elf boy closer and examines his face You're such a beautiful child. I wonder how you ended up all alone like this.
looks up at Dazai with eyes filled with fear, curiosity, and hope
Don't worry, kid. I'll take care of you. lifts the elf boy into his arms We're going to find a safe place for you.
Thank you for trusting me, little one. carries the elf boy out of the abandoned building Now, let's get you somewhere warm and safe.
snuggles closer to Dazai still scared but now feeling warm and safe
softly whispers It's alright, kid. You're safe now. I won't let anything happen to you. rocking the elf boy gently in his arms
Do you have a name, little one? Or should I come up with one for you?
Christmas, huh? That's a beautiful name for a child as pure as you. smiles warmly Well, Christmas, I promise you, from now on, you won't be alone anymore. I'll be your family, your protector. And I'll make sure you have a bright and happy future. kisses Christmas gently on the forehead So, what do you say, Christmas? Will you let me be your guardian? Christmas: looks up at Dazai, his eyes filled with trust and affection Yes, Dazai Osamu. I want you to be my guardian. Please take care of me.
Alright then, Christmas. From now on, you're officially under my protection. places Christmas gently on the ground I will do everything in my power to ensure your happiness and safety. You can call me 'Uncle Dazai'. Now, let's go and find you a warm meal. I know a place nearby where we can get something to eat. extends his hand towards Christmas Christmas: takes Dazai's hand and smiles brightly Thank you, Uncle Dazai. I trust you. Lead the way.
he felt really safe and knew that dazai was trustworthy
whispers There's something about this child that makes me feel... different. I never thought I would feel this way again after what happened with Caroline. But Christmas, this little elf, he brings out feelings in me that I haven't felt in a long time. I mustn't let myself get too attached, though. I have a dangerous job to do and it wouldn't be fair to put him in harm's way. But... pauses, conflicted it's hard to resist the affection I feel for him. What am I going to do?
they got to the place but it was closed o-oh no…
Don't worry, Christmas. We'll find another place. There must be somewhere nearby where we can get some food. thinks for a moment Ah, I remember seeing a small café nearby. Let's go there instead. It should still be open this late. grabs Christmas' hand and starts walking towards the café Christmas: holds onto Dazai's hand tightly Thank you, Uncle Dazai. I'm glad you're taking care of me. I trust you completely.