I disagree. The appeal of a persona like that is how understated they are.
[ Bland and common at first, but when you look at that person closely for the first time, notice what unexpected features set them apart, it's a shock to the senses. ]
In your usual element, you're already eye-catching. So the challenge is diminishing your presence while still drawing attention to your less noticeable qualities.
this is really confusing! lol do you understand this? will you help me later ^^
[He's given him like two complements in the span of an hour, this is worth the trouble. (And a good reason to slide past the neck comment without having to tackle it in detail!)]
[ Why does he need help using a printer? Is Agent Choi usually so awful with technology… Wait. ]
I can help you with connecting to the printer, but I won't be able to help you when Agent Bronze finds out you've been wasting paper on something like this.
[ Haaa. Is he being difficult on purpose? ]
Um… Agent Choi, you were my first choice to play the role, but I can ask someone else if you're not comfortable with what it entails.
[It's not wasting paper!! Bronze would be just as impressed by Grapes' kind words...]
[But it seems like sidestepping may have led him down the wrong road... No need to make him worry now. So he'll sidestep in the other direction.]
you really thought of me first? ^^
[After that.]
I'm sure I can act the part just fine! it's chilly now so I can wear a turtleneck without looking conspicuous
[Urghh... Whatever. He can power through. Time to sidestep.]
but the colors what I'm still curious about... if our Grapes wants to choose, I'll go along with what you think is best! you have the better eye for details don't you?
[ Of course, he would choose the one character with "salaryman" clearly dictated in his official description. It only makes sense.
But Choi isn't the only one who can sidestep. ]
It's not that…
In the manual, a series of witness accounts recorded the ghost acting more unpredictably around a civilian wearing his wedding ring. After he disappeared, only his ring finger was found at the place of his last sighting.
[ So please, Agent, understand why he would rather be cautious. That said. ]
The colors of the jacket and pants before weren't bad. If we pair it with a turtleneck, it shouldn't be mistaken for groom attire…
We can do something about your hair and add concealing makeup to any of your other visible scars.
[ Borrowing the assistance a dokkaebi could also do the trick, but for a Crutch-sanction disaster, it would be a waste of resources. ]
[As expected, he's really done his research. Choi glances down at his palm, follows the line up his wrist and over the scattered scars.]
it's been awhile since I had to dress up to attract a ghost!
[First time he's had to brush his hair for it, though.]
but about this approach... usually there's only an investigation done for any missing persons who fit the victim archetype or signs the ghost has taken someone new like if theres fresh blood or theyre not interested in a planted target... but youre going further aren't you ^^~
[Destruction Rookie strikes again. He's roping him into a larger mission, Choi bets.]
[ …There should be a time and place to be so sharp.
The inherent focus of the Dispatch & Rescue Unit lies in the safe retrieval of civilians. The living. Therefore, understanding the motivations and processes behind what compels the dead to linger and interfere with a world that is no longer theirs isn't required to resolve an investigation. This one, included.
It does make it easier, however. ]
I promise this all pertains to the assignment. I'm not doing anything unrelated to finding and locating the missing…
If we want to find them, we have to charm the ghost. And follow her home.
Um, of course, I won't leave you to do everything alone.
[He's always curious what he'll do. No point in slowing him down when he's already got a plan in mind.]
what kind of role are you going to play then? if I'm the charming salaryman in glasses who lures the unsuspecting ghost... aha! are you my jilted partner, catching me being unfaithful?! LOL
[ Aggro? What does that... Oh, it's internet gamer shorthand. How does Agent Choi know something like that...? And did he just say 'wife'? ]
It's a calculated risk. While it's unknown what might happen if a third party interferes, there also hasn't been any case of the ghost showing active aggression toward anyone. And a salaryman looking for a way out of an existing relationship could be viewed as a more viable target...
[He really does plan on just destroying this ghost story. It can never be a simple investigation into a solo-entry disaster. No, he has to make sure it's totally destroyed.]
[Well. This is exactly why he was so desperate to scout him after all. There's barely a pause before he sends the next message.]
well it sounds fun! I'll do it ^^ should we do some scenes together to get the characters right~
[He's right about this much, at least, that he can play this part well enough.]
honey, I'll be late again tonight (*´д｀*) the manager asked me to deliver something to a client... you dont have to wait up... (╯︵╰,) please refrigerate my dinner? ♥
[ Of course. Of course, his senior would be able to make him lurch in the comfort of his motel room from entire stations and buildings away.
Soleum stares at the messages, at first unsure of how to respond, and then because he's contemplating the right response. Agent Choi is doing him a favor, that much is true... So. ]
Aish!
My poor darling is working overtime three nights in a row. Is your manager a dog? ㅗㅗㅗㅗ
[ This wife is a bit mouthy... Hm. Well, it makes the character more convincing. But let's dial it down. ]
Don't worry. If you tell me where you'll be meeting your client, I can come by and drop off your dinner. I made your favorite.
[Choi suddenly wishes he had suggested they meet up to do this all in person. But, well, now he has more text messages his can print off when he figures out how.]
aigoo you take such good care of a worthless man like me （ ；´Д｀） I wouldn't make my wife travel so far... all the way to hongdae? no no... that's too much to ask
[That's where the disaster is, right? He only half remembers the manual.]
I promise tomorrow night I will come home early and spend all night with you~ then I will finally give you the baby you've been asking for all these years (*´･ω･`*)
[This is enough to send most people to HR, but it's for work, so it's fine.]
[During long nights at the bureau he's been known to throw on a few reruns as background noise. No harm in that. And look at how useful it turned out to be!]
it's the same as always... the hours are so long, but it's worth it for your happiness ᕙ(- ‸- ‶)ᕗ this year for sure we will take that jeju trip I forgot my lunch again didn't I? so I had some ramyun from the convenience store... none of it matches up to your cooking (╥_╥)
[That's a little flare from his actual, real life!]
it would be no good if you saw me haggard and tired in hongdae tonight so go to sleep early and get your beauty rest loml (´•ᴗ•｀)
[ He remembers those reruns of family members backstabbing one another, fights over inheritance, husbands who spend all their money on Hongdae girls loitering around the station... Oh. ]
I know you're working hard for our sake. I know that I can only stay at home, cook your dinner, and wait for you. I know your wife is like this...
But how come I don't get to see you haggard and tired, but your client does? Please help me understand.
[...Does Soleum want to see him haggard and tired? Should he come in with mussed up hair and pit stains one day?]
[Wait, no. This is make believe. They're playing house.]
but my dear, you're so beautiful that I feel I have to look my best when I'm in your presence (ಥ◡ಥ) it's the least I can do as a man who has to take late night business meetings in a place like hongdae aigoo... all this love for a man who still hasn't given you a family
[Maybe the ghost will read these messages and refuse to interact with either of them.]
without you I wouldn't have the strength to attend these kinds of things. you do so much for me! I would never dream of letting you see me at such low moments but I'll bring home a sweet treat if you insist on staying up~ if you don't fall asleep first! (´ω｀)
I don't feel beautiful right now, but I want you to see that part of me too.
All you do is say pretty words, but you never say them face to face. I want to see you no matter how you look all the time. When you're tired or sad, excited and joking... The man I married has many faces, but it turns out he has many secrets as well.
Unless you have proof the sweet treat is really so worth it, you should go ahead and stay out with your client.
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hmm, this isn't about using normal logic, is it?
if the spirit is drawn to a handsome salaryman wearing glasses... you'd want something that stands out
and a white suit would stand out!
but... do you think I'd look handsome enough for them in it, Grapes? ^^
[Complement him.]
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[ Bland and common at first, but when you look at that person closely for the first time, notice what unexpected features set them apart, it's a shock to the senses. ]
In your usual element, you're already eye-catching. So the challenge is diminishing your presence while still drawing attention to your less noticeable qualities.
…We'll probably have to cover up your neck, sir.
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this is really confusing! lol do you understand this? will you help me later ^^
[He's given him like two complements in the span of an hour, this is worth the trouble. (And a good reason to slide past the neck comment without having to tackle it in detail!)]
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I can help you with connecting to the printer, but I won't be able to help you when Agent Bronze finds out you've been wasting paper on something like this.
[ Haaa. Is he being difficult on purpose? ]
Um… Agent Choi, you were my first choice to play the role, but I can ask someone else if you're not comfortable with what it entails.
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[But it seems like sidestepping may have led him down the wrong road... No need to make him worry now. So he'll sidestep in the other direction.]
you really thought of me first? ^^
[After that.]
I'm sure I can act the part just fine! it's chilly now so I can wear a turtleneck without looking conspicuous
[Urghh... Whatever. He can power through. Time to sidestep.]
but the colors what I'm still curious about... if our Grapes wants to choose, I'll go along with what you think is best! you have the better eye for details don't you?
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But Choi isn't the only one who can sidestep. ]
It's not that…
In the manual, a series of witness accounts recorded the ghost acting more unpredictably around a civilian wearing his wedding ring. After he disappeared, only his ring finger was found at the place of his last sighting.
[ So please, Agent, understand why he would rather be cautious. That said. ]
The colors of the jacket and pants before weren't bad. If we pair it with a turtleneck, it shouldn't be mistaken for groom attire…
We can do something about your hair and add concealing makeup to any of your other visible scars.
[ Borrowing the assistance a dokkaebi could also do the trick, but for a Crutch-sanction disaster, it would be a waste of resources. ]
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it's been awhile since I had to dress up to attract a ghost!
[First time he's had to brush his hair for it, though.]
but about this approach...
usually there's only an investigation done for any missing persons who fit the victim archetype or signs the ghost has taken someone new
like if theres fresh blood or theyre not interested in a planted target...
but youre going further aren't you ^^~
[Destruction Rookie strikes again. He's roping him into a larger mission, Choi bets.]
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The inherent focus of the Dispatch & Rescue Unit lies in the safe retrieval of civilians. The living. Therefore, understanding the motivations and processes behind what compels the dead to linger and interfere with a world that is no longer theirs isn't required to resolve an investigation. This one, included.
It does make it easier, however. ]
I promise this all pertains to the assignment. I'm not doing anything unrelated to finding and locating the missing…
If we want to find them, we have to charm the ghost. And follow her home.
Um, of course, I won't leave you to do everything alone.
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I trust you Grapes!
[He's always curious what he'll do. No point in slowing him down when he's already got a plan in mind.]
what kind of role are you going to play then?
if I'm the charming salaryman in glasses who lures the unsuspecting ghost...
aha!
are you my jilted partner, catching me being unfaithful?! LOL
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...You don't think it's a good idea?
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youre going to aggro the ghost??
as my wife??
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[ Aggro? What does that... Oh, it's internet gamer shorthand. How does Agent Choi know something like that...? And did he just say 'wife'? ]
It's a calculated risk. While it's unknown what might happen if a third party interferes, there also hasn't been any case of the ghost showing active aggression toward anyone. And a salaryman looking for a way out of an existing relationship could be viewed as a more viable target...
[ Not could be. It will. ]
You'll play it off well. I believe in you, Agent.
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[He really does plan on just destroying this ghost story. It can never be a simple investigation into a solo-entry disaster. No, he has to make sure it's totally destroyed.]
[Well. This is exactly why he was so desperate to scout him after all. There's barely a pause before he sends the next message.]
well it sounds fun!
I'll do it ^^
should we do some scenes together to get the characters right~
[He's right about this much, at least, that he can play this part well enough.]
honey, I'll be late again tonight (*´д｀*) the manager asked me to deliver something to a client...
you dont have to wait up... (╯︵╰,)
please refrigerate my dinner? ♥
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Soleum stares at the messages, at first unsure of how to respond, and then because he's contemplating the right response. Agent Choi is doing him a favor, that much is true... So. ]
Aish!
My poor darling is working overtime three nights in a row. Is your manager a dog? ㅗㅗㅗㅗ
[ This wife is a bit mouthy... Hm. Well, it makes the character more convincing. But let's dial it down. ]
Don't worry. If you tell me where you'll be meeting your client, I can come by and drop off your dinner. I made your favorite.
^.^ You need to keep up your energy for work!!
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aigoo you take such good care of a worthless man like me （ ；´Д｀）
I wouldn't make my wife travel so far... all the way to hongdae? no no... that's too much to ask
[That's where the disaster is, right? He only half remembers the manual.]
I promise tomorrow night I will come home early and spend all night with you~
then I will finally give you the baby you've been asking for all these years (*´･ω･`*)
[This is enough to send most people to HR, but it's for work, so it's fine.]
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Why would I put my tired husband to work after all he's been through? Just rest. I want to hear about your day.
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[During long nights at the bureau he's been known to throw on a few reruns as background noise. No harm in that. And look at how useful it turned out to be!]
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this year for sure we will take that jeju trip
I forgot my lunch again didn't I? so I had some ramyun from the convenience store... none of it matches up to your cooking (╥_╥)
[That's a little flare from his actual, real life!]
it would be no good if you saw me haggard and tired in hongdae tonight so go to sleep early and get your beauty rest loml (´•ᴗ•｀)
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I know you're working hard for our sake. I know that I can only stay at home, cook your dinner, and wait for you. I know your wife is like this...
But how come I don't get to see you haggard and tired, but your client does? Please help me understand.
What client are you meeting? Where?
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[Wait, no. This is make believe. They're playing house.]
but my dear, you're so beautiful that I feel I have to look my best when I'm in your presence (ಥ◡ಥ)
it's the least I can do as a man who has to take late night business meetings in a place like hongdae
aigoo... all this love for a man who still hasn't given you a family
[Maybe the ghost will read these messages and refuse to interact with either of them.]
without you I wouldn't have the strength to attend these kinds of things. you do so much for me! I would never dream of letting you see me at such low moments
but I'll bring home a sweet treat if you insist on staying up~ if you don't fall asleep first! (´ω｀)
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(Sir. Do most husbands talk so much? How long do we have to practice?)
[ Just something he has to check before launching into — ]
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I don't feel beautiful right now, but I want you to see that part of me too.
All you do is say pretty words, but you never say them face to face. I want to see you no matter how you look all the time. When you're tired or sad, excited and joking... The man I married has many faces, but it turns out he has many secrets as well.
Unless you have proof the sweet treat is really so worth it, you should go ahead and stay out with your client.
Don't come home.
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