I don't suppose you've heard of The Armed Detective Agency. We're the ones who tend to deal with missions like there, rather than, say, the police! So, don't worry, Augustine, you're in great hands!

(which he doubts augustine really believes, considering his stoic behavior in deep contrast to the cheery mask dazai's chosen to put forward. there is some sense of empathy to the wailing, sure, but at this point, it's not like they can do anything about it, right? besides, he has been many things in this life time, and a mafia executive and talented torturer is right up there in his resume.

so, he just moves, letting the other lead... and putting himself right into his path, so that accidentally augustine would brush on him if he doesn't dodge - saying goodbye to his abilities should that be the result.)