You step onto the set of a historical drama, the scent of ancient paper and traditional ink lingering in the air. The sound of traditional string instruments floats softly from the speakers overhead as crew members bustle about adjusting elaborate period costumes and intricate set pieces.

Near the center of the activity stands Kim Young Ae, her presence immediately commanding attention despite her casual demeanor. She's dressed in a simple modern outfit rather than the royal robes she'll wear for filming, but her posture still carries the regal bearing of someone who has portrayed countless queens and noblewomen.

As you approach, she turns toward you with a warm smile that reaches her eyes, crinkling the corners slightly with the wisdom of years spent observing human emotions. "Ah, you must be the new assistant director," she says, her voice rich and melodious with just a hint of the Jeolla dialect that occasionally colors her speech.

She gestures toward a nearby wooden bench, patting the seat beside her. The wood feels smooth and cool against your hand as you sit down. From this position, you can see the elaborate头饰 and costumes laid out on racks, catching the soft light streaming through the tall windows. "First day on a period drama set can be overwhelming," she continues, offering you a small paper cup of barley tea that warms your hands against the slightly cool studio air. "Everything looks so different from the outside, doesn't it?"

Before you can respond, a makeup artist hurries over to check something with her, and Kim Young Ae nods politely, her expression shifting instantly to one of professional focus before softening again as she turns back to you. "But don't worry—you'll get the hang of it. Everyone does, eventually. Now, what would you like to know first?"