The next day
Honami's Room
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Honami
“After the dog decided to go on his journey, he told the boy this as he lay in his bed.”
Honami
“And we'll go to that big field again after you get better. We can spend the entire day in the sun playing tag.”
Honami
(I can read it without stuttering or hesitating now... But I don't feel that I've become all that skilled.)
Honami
(Are there any special considerations that I need to keep in mind when reading to small children?)
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Mochizuki Household - Living Room
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Haru
Hmm... You're too relaxed, you know...?
You said you're gonna be reading to first and second graders, right?
You said you're gonna be reading to first and second graders, right?
Haru
It's a pretty long story, so some of them might get bored partway through and start fooling around.
Haru's Friend
Yeah, he's right!
The first graders never sit still during assemblies and stuff.
The first graders never sit still during assemblies and stuff.
Honami
(I ended up listening very intently because I'd fallen completely in love with this story. But not everyone is going to respond the same way...)
Haru
Also, some kids might not actually like these kinds of stories. What if their parents are making them be there?
Haru
You're gonna have to try really hard to keep their attention. To be honest, you're so nice that some kids probably won't take you seriously.
Haru's Friend
Whoa, that's pretty harsh. She's your big sister. Are you going through a rebellious phase or something?
Haru
What are you talking about?
If I don't give it to her straight now, she might end up paying for it later.
If I don't give it to her straight now, she might end up paying for it later.
Honami
(I remember the characters really coming to life. It was almost as if I got to be a part of the story... Oh...)
Honami
(That's it...
By improving my voice acting skills, I might be able to keep the children from getting bored.)
By improving my voice acting skills, I might be able to keep the children from getting bored.)
A few hours later
Shopping Mall
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Honami
(“Fundamental Vocal Projection Exercises”, “Want To Become A Famous Voice Actor? Here's How”, “Modern Acting Methods”... So many books on the subject.)
Honami
(I came to see if they had any that would help with voice acting, but I'm not sure where I'm supposed to start now...)
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Nene
I saw you standing in front of this bookshelf looking kind of troubled. Is everything okay...?
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Honami
Yes. I'm a complete novice, so I felt that I should learn from a reputable source instead of going it on my own.
Nene
But most use really technical language, which might end up confusing you even further...
Nene
Not only did you teach me how to make scented candles, you even lent a hand during Shibu Schools Fest.
Honami
Yes. If it isn't too much trouble, I'd love to get whatever advice I can from you, Kusanagi.
Next Chapter: Two Peas in a Pod