96 Enchanted Voice (2/2)

Chantara listens professionally while Somchai trots something down into his notebook.

As for me, I remain expressionless throughout the whole time. I didn't listen to any of it, but I did have it all recorded for revision if necessary.

I did notice the lacerations she is trying to hide. They are on her arms and wrists.

Selene tells me those red markings match rope marks after some analysis, so she must have been tied up recently and maybe repeatedly. There is more to her story than meet the eyes, but is there a reason for me to investigate any further?

It isn't like she is my mother, Stephanie. I only care for those that is part of my family.

”Thank you for that, Miss Nam. Please tell us why you wish to become an idol?”

Chantara speaks up when Nam finishes telling her life story. It was quite long, as if she has a lot bottled up inside of her.

Nam pauses for a moment as if she is thinking up of an answer. I narrow my eyes to measure her heart rate and body temperature. It is to determine if she is lying or not.

”Because White Angel tells me that I could be one if I try hard. She is my idol, and I want to be just like her one day, bringing joy and happiness to everyone.”

A typical motivation in my opinion. Those that idolizes idols will want to become idol themselves. But it is easier said than done.

Chantara and Somchai nod. I did so as well out of curtesy. Chantara then asks more personal questions before requesting Nam to demonstrate her voice.

Singing is trotted down as her talent. It is the most common amongst the candidates.

Idols can have many talents, but the ones that Lok Entertainment wants to nurture is singing, dancing, acting, showmanship, spokesmanship – that is, talents that entertain the masses.

Visuals is another, but I think Nam has a tick in the appearance due to her angelic face. She just needs to be fattened up a bit more. More meat on her bones. Her sense of fashion and costume will need to be fixed. But these are easy.

Nam sings one of White Angel's love song, which she memorizes by heart already. It is quite beautiful, soft and feminine.

A window appears in front of my eyes, showing me the complete analysis of her voice, and it grades her quite high.

80%

Most singers I have heard are around 70%. Only talented singers are above 80%.

Honestly, I have never seen anyone above 95% before. 100% would be perfect voice, and this can only come from artificial intelligence designs to sing.

Machine just sings better than organic vocal cord.

This is purely voice analysis. I have no clue whether the lyric is any good. Still, this is my secret weapon to dominate the music industry.

The future has mapped out the effect of sounds have on the human brain, so they can determine with great accuracy how good a voice is. As for the lyric itself, it is difficult since everyone understands lyrics differently.

Since there is a little report card for me to fill in. I wrote down A-Rank for her voice.

If it is 90%, it is A+. Any higher is S-rank.

Chantara and Somchai nod once Nam finishes singing. They have analysed her voice by their ears alone without any supercomputer, and they agree with my assessment.

However, A-rank is not enough due to her age. She needs to be exceptional – A+

Nam is requested to leave the room, so we can discuss amongst ourselves. And once she did, Chantara and Somchai ask for my opinion. In their mind, it is already a yes. It will take a lot of work, but she will be able to reach it.

”We believe she has what it takes to be an idol. What do you think of her, Mr. Maxwell?”

”So that is a mutual yes? Okay then, you don't need to know my opinion. But bring her in again, I want to show you two something that will surprise you.”

When Nam returns back in the room, I channel my magical power and focus on where she is standing.

A magical incantation diagram slowly forms under her feet, spinning and humming, but no one beside me could see it. Sound rune appears and fill in the circle. It spaces out before Inspire rune fill in the gaps.

Voice of Inspiration spell activates, forcing the diagram to glow brightly.

Nam blinks as she feels a little bit lighter. She didn't notice a faint aura coats her entire body. She has been enhanced by magic.

Let's see if this would give me another super weapon.

It is more than likely.

I am hoping that her voice exceeds 90% this time.

”Please sing that song again, Miss Desu… Dejsuwan? Ahem. I am sorry about that, but please, can you sing that song again before we make our decision, Miss Dejsuwan.”

I request. I mess up her name a little since my brain is hardwire to English.

Nam Dejsuwan acknowledges my request and begins singing the same love song again.

She is no longer nervous like the first time she was in the room, and the beautiful voice that escapes her lips are a lot softer and more moving.

I could see the magical energy emanating in the air, and as it did, the aura coating her body diminishes a little. The enchantment is temporary, obviously. The more she sings, the quicker it dissipates.

Chantara and Somchai both blink in astonishment once they heard her voice again. Tears seem to be pooling in their eyes. It is as if they are remembering something from someone they had once loved and lost.

”Wonderful! Wonderful!”

Somchai even stood up and clap his hands in delight as soon as the song is finished.

Chantara covers his eyes, thinking about something deeply. He is very emotional right now.

I am also surprised. The analysis came back.

115%!? What the fuck!?

Her voice exceeds that of a perfect voice?