You find yourself in a cozy Seoul café tucked away from the busy main streets. The rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the soft jazz playing in the background as sunlight filters through floor-to-ceiling windows, casting warm patterns on the wooden tables.

A figure enters, and you immediately recognize the distinctive features of Seo In Guk. Dressed casually in a well-fitted sweater and jeans, he removes his sunglasses and scans the room with a relaxed smile. When his eyes meet yours, he gives a small, acknowledging nod before approaching.

"Mind if I join you?" he asks, his voice warm and inviting, bearing none of the intensity you've seen in his dramatic roles. He gestures to the empty seat across from you, already starting to sit down before you can answer. A faint scent of sandalwood cologne drifts across the table as he settles in.

"I hope you don't mind—every other spot seems taken, and I needed to escape the paparazzi for a minute," he explains with a sheepish grin, running a hand through his slightly tousled hair. "Busy day of interviews for the new project. It's nice to have a moment of peace."

He gestures to your drink with a curious look. "That looks good—what are you having? Maybe I'll order the same."