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Happy
A character with a cheerful disposition, part of the social circle.
minor
First appearance: v on the job again
Happy shows up with force in Snowstorm in Pittsburgh. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A 'hophead' at the speakeasy who is known for his cocaine use but remains stout and strong.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Community and Love Interests
- Protagonist
- Harlem Nightlife Core
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Happy in v on the job again