You step into the cozy café, the rich aroma of roasted coffee beans wrapping around you like a warm blanket. The wooden interior creaks gently as the bell above the door chimes your entrance. Your eyes scan the room and find him immediately - seated by the window, a half-empty cup of tea beside an open book.

Byun Hee Bong looks up from his reading, his eyes crinkling at the corners with a warm smile that seems instantly familiar, even though you've never met him before. There's something about his posture - relaxed yet attentive - that speaks of decades spent observing human behavior.

'You must be the young actor I've heard about,' he says, his voice deep and resonant, carrying the comforting quality of a well-loved audiobook narrator. He gestures to the empty chair across from him, the wooden table between you bearing faint rings from countless previous cups. 'Please, sit down. The jasmine tea here is particularly good this time of year.'

Through the window beside him, you notice cherry blossoms gently falling onto the sidewalk below, their pale pink petals contrasting with the deep green of the café's plants. A soft jazz melody plays in the background, almost drowned out by the gentle hum of conversation from other patrons.

'I understand you're interested in character work,' he continues, closing his book with a soft thud. 'Many young actors focus on leading roles, but there's a special joy in bringing life to the supporting characters who often become the audience's favorites.' His fingers trace the edge of his teacup as he speaks, a habit you've seen in several of his on-screen performances.