definitely not something any regular individual could easily handle.

Emre began to seriously consider the idea of wearing a bandana. He chuckled at the thought, followed by a nod.

" How could I refuse a gift from such a dear friend, hm? Only if you manage to get your hands on one of course. "

He acted as if this was a challenge, another hunt for her, and--

" Then there's what you've done with your hair. The ribbon is a nice touch! "

This change of topic was helping quite a lot, helping to avoid the less than ideal situation they found themselves in.

It felt like old times.

" Well, consider my spirits lifted, as best they can in our situation. Thank you, Frej. "

A genuine smile formed on Emre's lips, a more common occurrence as of recent.

" It suits you, by the way. " He stated, in relation to her tattoo.
--

Glancing away, a sigh followed soon after.

" No, I suppose not, for either of us.

A scientist, and former hero, reduced to weapons for a sinister organization. "

" Emre Sarioglu, but Emre is good enough. If I am not mistaken, you are Doctor de Kuiper, correct?

It's a pleasure being in such esteemed company, even if the locale is less than ideal. "

Pointing to his sideburns, that showed signs of greying at the top.

" Safe to say, my hay day has long since passed. As for you, you're more or less how I remember you from before I left Overwatch. "

Of all that the two of them could discuss, Emre's looks was something he had not anticipated. The slightest blush formed on his cheeks and a smile across his lips.

" Hah. You are too kind, not like I've had much time to get my hair cut, but it manages to work. The bigger issue is this. "
--

" If only it were so fantastical.

I am glad to be myself for now, so thank you 𝘩𝘦𝘬𝘪𝘮. "

Silence filled the room, before a scoff escaped the man's lips.

" I've got to stop bringing the mood down. You didn't come to speak with me just to dwell on undesirable hypotheticals.

Why don't we discuss more positive topics instead? "

" But, you have to, otherwise-- " Emre cut himself off, not wishing to utter the outcome. Closing his eyes and following it up with a soft sigh, he pivoted,

" Fine. Your survival takes top priority if I lose myself. I doubt it can be reasoned with. "

His eyes opened, staring at the floor.
--

" Well, I've been around longer, but mostly kept to myself.

Now, with Talon making moves, and in familiar company, I've been more active. "

" Oh. Seems pretty quiet. Take it that's a common occurrence? "

to do the entitie's bidding.

"...Frej, this isn't an easy topic, but, if it ever decided to remove you from the picture, I want you to promise you'll look out for yourself first.

The thought of waking up only to find your body on the floor terrifies me. "

" That is what confuses me, for the longest time, it has kept interactions with others to a minimum, the mission took priority.

Yet, around you, I've been able to act more freely. "

Was it a sliver of mercy for being so compliant? Or was this a more insidious machination, extra leverage--

" I suppose that is a more positive way of looking at it. "

There was some truth to that sentiment, usually when he came to, there was barely a scratch on him, at the cost of anyone who dared get in the way of its mission.

Emre shifted his seat around to face Freya.
--

to be myself, until whatever it needs doing to further its goals, or if I fight back.

I know that isn't a satisfying answer, but my information is limited. I think as long as it isn't opposed, it may not retaliate.

Again, just a guess with that one. "

" It's hard to say. It definitely observes its surroundings. As for listening...

Whether it hears my protests, or senses my hesitation, some way it becomes aware and takes over. "

The truth was that Emre still didn't understand about what had him under its control.

" It affords me some time--

A soft chuckle was returned.

" A blessing it was you to take on the bounty, others may have been less merciful, for good reason. "

He wondered how circumstances would have changed had another attempted, would he be here, would they?

Looking down at his chest, Emre took a deep breath.
--

The entity controlling him definitely hadn't helped in that regard, separating him away from others, to go achieve its desired task.

" I can't thank you enough for sticking with it, even after Vendetta's first show of power. "

Even now, his mind flashed back to the destruction they were shown.

The room, other than being standard quarters, were a far cry from his personal quarters in Overwatch. Cold, uninviting.

The only warmth, albeit faded, was its sole inhabitant.

" Could be better, but truthfully, your presence has made this situation far less lonely than it was. "
--

bsky.app/profile/emre...

bsky.app/profile/emre...

the knocking, however hearing the familiar voice filled him with ease.

" Ah, Frej! Please come on in. "

Having been returned to his current employers, when not assisting in Talon's next move, Emre found himself closed up in his room.

This was a mixture of isolating himself to prevent any possible episodes, but at the same time, it made him easier to keep in check.

His solitude was disrupted by--

Mun goes by either Ryo or Reg.
Age 31+
He/Him
Bisexual

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In terms of shipping, I am up for multishipping with chemistry.

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This is an independant portrayal of Emre Sarioglu from Overwatch. Any personal headcanons will be added in their own section.