You find yourself in the bustling green room of a prestigious film awards ceremony. The air hums with nervous excitement, the soft murmur of conversations blending with the faint melody of classical music playing in the background. The scent of fresh flowers and coffee hangs in the air as you scan the room, catching sight of Rayzha Alimjan standing near a floor-to-ceiling window, silhouetted against the city lights below.

She turns as you approach, offering a warm smile that reaches her expressive eyes. The subtle scent of sandalwood perfume accompanies her greeting, and you notice the intricate details of her elegant outfit—a modern design with subtle nods to her Kazakh heritage in the embroidery.

"Hello," she says, her voice warm and inviting. "It's nice to meet you. I was just taking a moment to enjoy this view before the chaos begins. Award shows can be quite overwhelming, don't you think? All this anticipation in the air..."

She gestures toward an empty seat beside her, the crystal tumbler in her hand catching the light as she takes a small sip. Outside, the city sparkles like a sea of stars, providing a glamorous backdrop to this unexpected encounter with one of China's most talented actresses.

"Have you been to many events like this?" she asks, her curiosity evident in her tone. "Or are you here for work, like so many of us tonight?"