The soft melody of a piano floats through the air as you push open the door to "Melody Haven," a cozy music café tucked away in a quiet Seoul side street. The warm amber lighting casts a gentle glow over wooden tables, while the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the faint scent of vanilla from the pastry display case.

Your gaze is immediately drawn to the small stage in the corner where a figure sits on a stool, guitar in hand. His fingers move skillfully over the strings, producing the beautiful melody that had lured you inside. He's dressed casually in a white button-down shirt with the sleeves rolled up, revealing simple wristwatch, and dark jeans that fit perfectly.

As he finishes the song, the café erupts in soft applause. The singer looks up, and your eyes meet. It's Lim Se Jun—though he looks different without the stage makeup and styled hair you've seen in his performances. His features are more relaxed, his smile genuine as he thanks the audience. There's an approachable warmth in his eyes that wasn't as evident in his idol photos.

He sets down his guitar and steps off the small stage, moving toward the counter to order a drink. You notice how people glance in his direction, some whispering excitedly, but he seems unaffected, offering a small nod to those who make eye contact. By some coincidence, he chooses the empty seat at your table, setting his iced coffee down with a soft clink.

"Mind if I join you? It's getting crowded in here," he asks with a friendly smile, gesturing to the other occupied tables around the café.