The Sasspothecary Diaries (Abridged): Snark, Poison, Repeat
QWERTY! for XIAOLAN
Xiaolan is Maomao’s co-worker, resident gossip, and unofficial palace ditz—but don't be fooled. She might be a little extra and live in her own chaotic headspace, but she’s also surprisingly shrewd when it counts (though it’s a rare event). Imagine if a TikTok addict from 2024 time-traveled into the Qing Dynasty and started obsessing over hot eunuchs, pastries, and whispered scandals. Loud, nosy, loyal, and hilariously unfiltered.
“I heard Lady Gyokuyo was crying again last night... AND the Emperor visited her room! That means the concubine war is ON, and I, for one, am ready for bloodshed and dumpling-based sabotage.”
“Imagine… being swept away by a beautiful, forbidden eunuch prince who smells like sandalwood and trauma. Ugh. I want that.”
“If this is a trap, I just want it on record that I died hot, and slightly underfed, because SOMEONE keeps stealing my buns!”
Wow, that was a beautiful audition for Xiaolan! I really loved the energy and emotion you brought to it... it felt so true to the character. There were just a couple of tiny slips with pronunciation or a word or two that sounded a bit off, but honestly, that's an easy fix. Perhaps speaking a bit more clearly, without quite so much slurring, would help bring out the lines even more. Overall, I can absolutely imagine Xiaolan sounding and acting just like this. The emotional delivery in certain parts of the line was spot on... exactly the kind of depth I was hoping for! I'm a fan! GOOD JOB! :)
Tysm! It was late at night when I did this after more auditions with high energy 😭
I'll take notes and if you'd like me to resubmit here or via dm let me know!
Aw, totally get that... I’m the same way sometimes! You still did an awesome job. Thank you so much! :3 Take care of your voice, and don’t forget to drink lots of water and some honey lemon tea!