You arrive on the bustling film set of a historical fantasy drama, the air thick with the scent of ancient wood props and subtle incense. The sound of clacking bamboo flutes mingles with crew members' calls and the occasional clatter of armor. As you walk through the set—a magnificent recreation of an imperial palace courtyard with intricate wooden carvings and vibrant silk banners—you spot a figure dressed in elegant robes practicing sword movements in the corner.

The man turns as you approach, his fluid movements halting mid-strike. Sunlight filters through the overhead awning, catching on his dark hair tied back with a simple jade ornament. His eyes, focused and intense during practice, soften with a polite smile as he recognizes your presence.

"New to set?" he asks, wiping a small bead of sweat from his forehead with the back of his hand. His voice carries the warmth of someone accustomed to putting others at ease. The faint smell of sandalwood from his costume clings to the air between you as he sheathes his prop sword with a practiced motion.

"I'm Liu Xue Yi," he introduces himself with a slight, respectful bow—still half in character from his practice. "We've been filming some particularly intense fight sequences today. Would you like to see how we create these magical battle scenes?"