[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.
[Hoo, boy. If he was actually cheating on him, this kind of guiilt trip would actually make him back out of it.]
Grapes, your future partner should look out... you really know how to lay it on thick LOL I trust you can play that role very well!
[It seems like Soleum might actually divorce him if he keeps going with this, so he may as well drop it now before he goes through with finding someone else to play bait instead.]
what do you think? can I play a scumbag salaryman cheating on his poor innocent wife? ^^
[ Which is an extremely rocky path to tread, indeed. He almost got wrapped up in the fantasy. ]
Yes, you're... really skilled at acting suspicious and avoiding direct questions. [ Pot, kettle. But it takes one to recognize when another is deserving of praise. Maybe Agent Choi should print thia out, too? ] I don't think I'll have anything to worry about with you.
...As long as you don't break character or say something outrageous, like that baby line. But I'll try to support you aa best as I can, regardless.
the baby line was in character! you didn't see that drama a couple years back? aigoo the husband was evil. he always promised to fulfil her dreams of being a mother until her childhood friend revealed she funded his vasectomy in china the year before... the twists were crazy! even Bronze-ie was following it!!
[See, he wasn't purposefully trying to throw Soleum off or anything. Totally just playing up the role he was assigned!]
but I won't scare you like that in real life ^^ oh but I'll get you something sweet when it's all over, promise!
[ Mm. A couple years back, he was totally engrossed in the Dark Exploration Records. Unless there was a story that referenced the show, the likelihood of any other series soaring straight over his head isn't nil. ]
A vasectomy... I see.
There are times I leave the television on while I'm asleep, [ or trying to ] so I'll check if there's a channel playing reruns later.
And Agent You don't need to get me anything. You're not my real husband. I should be the one offering to pick up your coffee order for the, um... effort you're putting into all this with me.
be careful, you won't be able to sleep if you start watching!
[He thinks Soleum has mentioned leaving the TV on while he sleeps before... Such a funny little quirk about him that definitely doesn't mean anything deeper.]
you love to deny me don't you ^^ what's wrong with a sunbae getting treats for his hubae? of course I'll put effort into this, it's for the sake of a civilian, isn't it?
[Yep, that's the singular, sole reason. He's not having fun with it at all.]
hmm if it wasn't time sensitive, I'd suggest we watch that drama together for some pointers... maybe next time, if you don't end up destroying it
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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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Grapes, your future partner should look out... you really know how to lay it on thick LOL
I trust you can play that role very well!
[It seems like Soleum might actually divorce him if he keeps going with this, so he may as well drop it now before he goes through with finding someone else to play bait instead.]
what do you think? can I play a scumbag salaryman cheating on his poor innocent wife? ^^
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[ Which is an extremely rocky path to tread, indeed. He almost got wrapped up in the fantasy. ]
Yes, you're... really skilled at acting suspicious and avoiding direct questions. [ Pot, kettle. But it takes one to recognize when another is deserving of praise. Maybe Agent Choi should print thia out, too? ] I don't think I'll have anything to worry about with you.
...As long as you don't break character or say something outrageous, like that baby line. But I'll try to support you aa best as I can, regardless.
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you didn't see that drama a couple years back? aigoo the husband was evil. he always promised to fulfil her dreams of being a mother until her childhood friend revealed she funded his vasectomy in china the year before...
the twists were crazy! even Bronze-ie was following it!!
[See, he wasn't purposefully trying to throw Soleum off or anything. Totally just playing up the role he was assigned!]
but I won't scare you like that in real life ^^ oh but I'll get you something sweet when it's all over, promise!
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A vasectomy... I see.
There are times I leave the television on while I'm asleep, [ or trying to ] so I'll check if there's a channel playing reruns later.
And Agent
You don't need to get me anything. You're not my real husband. I should be the one offering to pick up your coffee order for the, um... effort you're putting into all this with me.
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[He thinks Soleum has mentioned leaving the TV on while he sleeps before... Such a funny little quirk about him that definitely doesn't mean anything deeper.]
you love to deny me don't you ^^
what's wrong with a sunbae getting treats for his hubae?
of course I'll put effort into this, it's for the sake of a civilian, isn't it?
[Yep, that's the singular, sole reason. He's not having fun with it at all.]
hmm
if it wasn't time sensitive, I'd suggest we watch that drama together for some pointers...
maybe next time, if you don't end up destroying it
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