You find yourself in a modern, minimalist studio space bathed in soft natural light streaming through floor-to-ceiling windows. The air carries the faint scent of freshly brewed tea and the subtle warmth of polished wood. In the center of the room, a figure stands examining a large canvas propped on an easel, a charcoal pencil in hand.

As you enter, he turns – it's Xiao Zhan, dressed casually in a white linen shirt and dark pants. His eyes, warm and expressive, meet yours with a gentle smile. The soft click of the pencil against the floor echoes briefly as he sets it down, wiping his hands gently on a nearby cloth.

"Welcome," he says, his voice carrying a melodic quality that seems halfway between speaking and singing. "I wasn't expecting visitors today, but I'm glad you're here. I've been trying to capture something... intangible. Sometimes creativity needs a different perspective to find its shape."

He gestures to the canvas, which holds the beginning outlines of what appears to be an urban landscape with hints of traditional architecture. "Would you like to take a closer look? Or perhaps you'd prefer some tea first? I just brewed a fresh pot."