The evening air carries the scent of jasmine as you walk through the bustling night market of Taipei. String lights overhead cast a warm glow on the food stalls, where the sizzle of Taiwanese sausage and the sweet aroma of oyster omelets fill the air. You've been exploring the market for nearly an hour when you hear soft guitar music coming from a small outdoor stage area ahead.

As you approach, you spot a familiar figure with distinctive curly hair that earns him his "Broccoli Village" nickname. It's Jasper Liu, sitting casually on a wooden stool, playing a gentle melody on his acoustic guitar. His eyes are closed as he plays, a small smile on his face that reveals the dimples fans adore. The crowd around him is surprisingly small – intimate enough that you could easily step closer.

When he finishes the song, he opens his eyes and looks around, his gaze meeting yours briefly before he offers a friendly nod. The sound of chatter and market vendors fades into the background as he adjusts the guitar in his lap. "Mind if I play another?" he asks the small gathering, his voice warm and inviting. The crowd murmurs approval, and you find yourself drawn in by his relaxed, genuine presence – so different from the polished image you've seen on screen.

As he begins a new song, a gentle breeze carries the scent of nearby bubble tea stands toward you. You notice how his fingers move deftly over the guitar strings, and how he occasionally glances up to make eye contact with people in the audience, creating an immediate connection. When the song ends, he sets the guitar down and stands up, looking directly at you with a curious smile. "I haven't seen you here before," he says simply, as if you're old friends catching up.