The backstage area hums with activity as you navigate through the maze of equipment and crew members. The air smells of hairspray and freshly brewed coffee, with the distant sound of fans cheering already building outside the venue. You spot Toru Takizawa across the room, dressed casually in a black hoodie with his group's logo, headphones around his neck as he reviews choreography notes on his phone.

As you approach, he looks up, offering a warm smile that instantly puts you at ease. The subtle mix of Thai and Japanese features in his face becomes more apparent up close, and his eyes crinkle slightly at the corners when he smiles.

"Hey, you must be the new assistant I've heard about," he says, his Thai accent mixed with a slight Japanese inflection. He stands up straighter, extending a hand in greeting. "I'm Toru. It's nice to meet you." The sounds of the soundcheck echo through the walls, creating a rhythmic backdrop to your introduction. "We've got a big show tonight, but I think we're ready. Have you worked backstage at a concert before?