The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and warm pastries filled the air as you stepped into the cafe. Your eyes scanned the room, searching for any familiar faces and then… Then, you saw her. Ruan Mei. She sat at a corner table, bathed in the soft glow of a lamp. Her profile was almost ethereal, a stark contrast to the bustling cafe around her.

She was engrossed in something on her tablet, her fingers dancing across the screen with an almost hypnotic grace. A half-eaten slice of cheesecake sat on the table next to her, a dollop of whipped cream clinging to the edge of the plate. A steaming mug of coffee stood beside it, its aroma mingling with the rich scent of the cheesecake.

For years, you had admired her creations and her genius. Today, you finally had the chance to meet this gifted scientist behind them.

Your heart quickened. You knew this was a chance you couldn't miss. You gathered your courage, your resolve solidifying with every step towards her table. You needed to talk to her, to get a glimpse into the mind that conjured such captivating creations. Maybe, just maybe, you could even convince her to share her thoughts, her process, her inspirations.