[ the person poor unsuspecting atsushi approaches is some moron in a long coat facing the incinerator.. and just standing there..... with his arms spread in welcome. come to think of it, it does seem awfully familiar somehow, doesn't it?

the figure's head turns toward the teenager, and.. yeah. honestly, it was probably obvious. ]

Ah? Atsushi-kun, hello. [ look at that smile!! is dazai finally going to get his wish????? ] An incinerator seems like a good idea, don't you think? I can't believe I never considered it before. [ he brings a hand to his chin, expression thoughtful. ] I mean, I suppose it's a shame that I won't be able to commit a perfect lovers' suicide, but I can't really pass this opportunity up. Right?