Chapter 407: Enunciation, Acting, Writing
Cao Fa began practicing his voice on the very first day with Mr. Chen.
Being a Storyteller wasn’t easy. Though Chen Changsheng was only average as a Storyteller, he was a strict teacher. He insisted on having it done correctly—properly, just as it should be.
To become a Storyteller, one needed clear enunciation and smooth speech, with no room for carelessness.
Cao Fa, being a front hall server, had some skill. That was good, but it also created problems.
Mr. Chen said: “Your enunciation is fine. The issue lies in your speaking pace and emotions. When storytelling, you mustn’t sound servile like a server. You’re acting out characters from the book, you’re not a teahouse worker.”
“This humble one understands,” Cao Fa nodded.
“You must learn how to refer to yourself. Saying ‘this humble one’ definitely won’t do.”
“Understood…”
Cao Fa felt awkward. He knew this skill required hard work, not half-hearted effort. He gritted his teeth and forced himself to change.