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"Three things," he continued. "One—characterization. All the characters you created are so alive. Except for the two I mentioned a while ago. But for the others— even the villain—they're very well-thought of, and complex enough that made them seem like real people. And that's great characterization right there—when you're able to bring a character to life. From speech patterns, the way they walk, to the way they react to certain scenarios."
"Awwww… really? Thank you," I held back my tears to thank him.
"Don't cry yet. I'm still not done," he told me.
It seemed that he heard my sniffing.
"Yes, I'm not crying. What's next?" I tried to lie but my clogged nose gave me away. Kai chuckled before he continued.