I’ve been reading a lot more angsty and emotional fics recently, including your Fissure story and it’s got my gears turning in terms of little isolated headcanon that people may have so, if you choose to do so, here’s a fun little idea exercise inspired by these fics I’ve read and that last ask from anon regarding Jinu’s relationship with the rest of HUNTRIX;
What would the girls’ reaction be to seeing Jinu cry for the first time. Not a cry out of frustration thing, but a genuine sob when things get too heavy on him?
We kinda sorta see something like this happen in the movie but it’s very brief, plus there’s still a ton to Rumi and Jinu’s dynamic that could introduce extra things it. Zoey and Mira I’m most interested in because we see them become emotionally vulnerable with each other and Rumi onscreen, so it wouldn’t be too hard to deduce that they’re there for each other when one of them has a bit of a cry. But how would they handle seeing Jinu be vulnerable and breakdown like that? How could their possible dynamic play into a situation like that?
In relation, how does Jinu react to people becoming emotionally vulnerable to him to the point of crying? Is he the type to comfort or to just be there silently? It’s a fun thing I’ve been thinking about. I have my own personal and very self indulgent headcanon of the girls and him just getting into a big cuddle pile as they comfort the hurt away but, as cute and sweet as that is, it isn’t as interesting as thinking of more ways that could occur with substance.
Hopefully this isn’t too big of an ask, thank you!
In terms of what we see in canon, I love exploring this. WHEN Jinu comes back in the sequel (I refuse to believe otherwise) I think we will be seeing even more humanization from him. So maybe a situation like this is possible, especially if the creators plan on having him be a fixed part of the group (core four).
In the movie, Rumi saw Jinu become very emotional, driven out of numbness and anger and desperation. And we know it shocked her, even though she quickly pushed past her shock to try to convey to Jinu that what he did wasn't his fault. I think that Mira and Zoey might also experience a similar kind of shock.
Jinu is clearly the type of person to bury his feelings beneath a facade of coolness/indifference to protect himself. Despite all that he's been through, it's easy for him to pretend he's happy, even when he's not. He uses his sarcasm/charm and good looks as a shield.
So I think that if he were to become emotionally vulnerable in front of the girls, they'd initially react with surprise. They'd listen (something they learned from their situation with Rumi) and then they'd react.
I think Zoey would be the first to offer him comfort. Zoey might cry with him, since she seems to be one of the most empathetic characters. She'd feel his pain and sadness. She might ask a question that's a little too personal, that might send Jinu into further vulnerability or panic. She'd overcorrect. She'd be very touchy/huggy, and would probably squeeze the life out of him. She might try to make him laugh. But ultimately Jinu would appreciate her efforts because everything about her is sincere and warm.
I think Mira would listen quietly and be very careful to say the right thing. Where Zoey sometimes lacks in tact, Mira does not. She is controlled. So seeing someone who usually is a master in control, like Jinu, lose his composure would be surprising to her. It might send her into "fixing" mode. She wants to know everything so she can fix it. She doesn't like being out of the loop. She might struggle between listening and fixing the problem. But ultimately, based on what she learned with the whole Rumi situation, she would listen. She would offer consolation, and advice where needed. Jinu would appreciate her honesty and calm.
As for Jinu, he is surprisingly emotionally intelligent, which we see in the movie. Very different from the cold and selfish person Gwi-Ma tries to make him out to be. Jinu is very caring, and though he has had to undergo hundreds of years of torment, he still thinks of others. The way he speaks to and treats Rumi is indicative of that. So if he were to see someone in a vulnerable position, I think he'd be an excellent listener. He might even feel a surge of anger/protectiveness for that person. Since he's so accustomed to abuse, he'd try to remove his loved ones from that situation, even at his own expense. I think he might be fearful of touching them or saying certain things, depending on his relationship with them. But he'd be respectful and offer kind/reassuring words.
I love the cuddle pile idea! I think that down the line, if the core four do build a strong relationship, that could definitely be possible!
