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[kanzenkakuritsu]

I find myself in a predicament.

While Atobe made a valid point that professional athletes must look the part - I just realised that I have absolutely no idea how to model anything. Actually, I have no knowledge of fashion in the slightest.

This may be a problem.

Does anyone have any data that may be useful on this subject?

Comments

[kanzenkakuritsu]

Atobe wants me to help him with his new line of sportswear as a model. I feel very unprepared.

[ahonoyume]

Firstly, do you want to help him in his new line of sportswear as a model?

[kanzenkakuritsu]

I agreed after considering my options, yes. His point about sponsors not backing skill alone was logically sound. I have less to offer than other athletes, I believe if I use this opportunity to learn how to fix myself, then perhaps I will have a better chance at success.

[ahonoyume]

I see.

It's true that you have a good learning opportunity before you. However, you should think of this as improving your presentation rather than fixing yourself. I daresay the terms are quite different.

On that note, perhaps the mall is the best place to start.

[kanzenkakuritsu]

Aren't the two things the same thing but with different words? What is the difference? I have been attempting to fix myself for years. There are things I lack and things I must change. Is that not attempting to fix something?

I believe Atobe is just going to handle everything. I was mostly worried about making him look bad by not knowing what to do once in his clothing.

[ahonoyume]

No, they're not the same. Thinking of the problem more specifically and positively will help you succeed succeed here.

Inui-kun, it's all connected. When a child is beginning to learn math, do they begin with calculus or addition?

[kanzenkakuritsu]

I am... honestly not sure. I always remember knowing how to do math. It was something that never had to be explained, merely something I understood. It was the basis for my entire understanding of the world. It still is. Hence why things that can't be quantified are lost on me.

This is the second time I have been told to be more positive. I didn't realise that I was being inherently negative. I merely thought I was accurately and realistically assessing my worth. Is this something I shouldn't do, Oshitari?

[ahonoyume]

I think we're departing from what I was trying to get at, which was that all learning has to start somewhere.

A person's inherent worth isn't a thing that can be quantified. One's contributions, perhaps. But yes, from the sampling I've had thus far, your outlook seems quite negative. You might get different information on yourself by looking from a different perspective.

[kanzenkakuritsu]

I see. I shall attempt to look at it from another perspective. I didn't realise I was being negative. Perhaps things will improve if I can find another way of looking at it.

[ahonoyume]

The mall is a good place to start. Perhaps we should go for a walk there.

[kanzenkakuritsu]

I've arranged to go shopping with Hirokaba-san as he invited me along.

However, I don't see why I couldn't also go with you, Oshitari-san. Your advice would be appreciated.

[ahonoyume]

You're in good hands with Hirakoba-kun. He's a good friend of mine, perhaps the three of us could go together.

(ooc: If y'all are logging it, there can be a schedule conflict or something :) )

[kanzenkakuritsu]

Ah, I wouldn't mind. Though.. can I ask you to arrange that if it's the case, Oshitari?

[ ooc: no log yet lol! ]

[ahonoyume]

Of course, no trouble at all.