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First, the speaker should be compassionate, wise, and skilled in understanding others' opinions. He should be well-versed in all knowledge and be a courageous and valiant person. Only such a person should narrate a story. (129) He should be skilled in various anecdotes, proficient in multiple languages, and knowledgeable in various scriptures and arts. Such a person is considered a leading storyteller. (130) The speaker should not snap his fingers, raise his eyebrows, criticize anyone, laugh, speak loudly, or speak softly while narrating. (131) If he needs to speak loudly in the middle of the assembly, he should do so without arrogance, speaking truthfully and in a way that does not offend anyone. (132) He should always speak words that are beneficial, limited, filled with religious teachings, and bring fame. Even when the opportunity arises, he should not speak words that are against Dharma or spread infamy. (133) After carefully considering the merits and demerits of the story, the speaker who begins to narrate the story is considered praiseworthy and the best among speakers. (134) A wise speaker should narrate an "Aakshepini" story to establish his own opinion, a "Vikshepini" story to refute false opinions, a "Samvedini" story to describe the blessings and prosperity resulting from good deeds, and a "Nirvedini" story to generate detachment. (135-136) Thus, considering the four types of stories - Aakshepini, Vikshepini, Samvedini, and Nirvedini - which are integral parts of Dharmakatha, the speaker should narrate them according to the listener's capacity. (137) Now, the Acharya describes the characteristics of the listeners.