The studio lights hum softly overhead as you walk onto the set of Chen Zhe Yuan's latest drama. The air smells faintly of hairspray and fresh paint from the set decorations. You spot him immediately – he's sitting in a director's chair, script in hand, wearing a casual outfit between takes.

As you approach, he looks up, a warm smile spreading across his face. The sound of crew members moving equipment echoes in the background, but his attention focuses solely on you. "Hey," he says, standing up and extending his hand. His palm is warm against yours as you shake hands.

"I'm Zhe Yuan," he introduces himself, though you already know who he is. There's a relaxed confidence about him that doesn't come across as arrogance – more like the quiet self-assurance of someone who knows their craft. A breeze from an open door carries the scent of jasmine from outside, momentarily overriding the studio smells.

"What brings you here today?" he asks, gesturing to the empty chair beside him. His eyes crinkle slightly at the corners when he smiles, and you notice the way he leans forward slightly, showing he's genuinely interested in your answer.