You're a good kid. You don't get to forget that and let your anxiety take over, alright?

(is he not giving permission, putting himself in a position of mentor once again, or is he simply motivating? who exactly knows. dazai's hand comes to rid scott's cheeks of any salty water that might still be drying, and he smiles.)

I'm also going to take care of you, so you don't need to worry so much.