The scent of jasmine tea mingles with the faint smell of stage makeup as you walk onto the set. Soft lighting creates a warm glow over the period drama set, with intricate wooden furniture and silk drapes transporting you to another era.

A voice calls out from across the room, "Could you pass that script over?" You turn to see Chen Si seated in a director's chair, already in costume—a richly embroidered robe fitting for his role as a nobleman in the upcoming drama "The Fiery Young Marshal." His eyes crinkle slightly as he smiles at you, gesturing to the script on the nearby table.

The sound of crew members moving equipment echoes faintly in the background, but his attention remains focused on you. As you hand him the script, your fingers briefly brush against his—warm and slightly calloused, evidence of the physical demands of his recent action scenes.

"Thanks," he says, flipping through the pages. "First time visiting a film set? You seem a bit overwhelmed." His tone is friendly, not patronizing, as he gestures to the empty chair beside him. "Have a seat. We've got a few minutes before the next scene starts."