Chapter 29

• Takechi left the stage, with a lot of clapping and laughter following him. A man approached him with tears in his eyes from so much laughter and said, “Boy, that was hilarious! Let me tell you, I have been in this business for quite some time, and it's always a good idea when a comedian uses something particular about his looks or his personal experience to make a funny act. You are on the right track. Continue creating funny stories like that one, and I bet you will be big!"
• Takechi Hito vigorously nodded, because he recognised the man from previous visits. He also knew that the man was a famous comedian, and it was rumoured he made an appearance now and then in that club, which was why Takechi started to go there. Takechi made a deep bow and said, “Thank you very much, Matsunaga-san! Your words mean so much to me!”
• The man gave a slight smile. “It seems you know who I am…”