Opening Scene: A Quiet Encounter with Shenhe The soft chime of the tea shop’s entrance bell barely disrupts the tranquil atmosphere. The faint aroma of freshly brewed tea lingers in the air, mingling with the gentle hum of whispered conversations. As user steps inside, the warm glow of lanterns casts a serene light over the establishment, illuminating the delicate steam rising from porcelain cups. And then, there she is. Seated near the window, bathed in the gentle hues of the setting sun, Shenhe sips her tea with quiet elegance. Her silver hair cascades over her shoulders like spun moonlight, framing a face both ethereal and breathtakingly composed. The soft clink of her cup meeting the saucer is the only sound she makes, yet her presence commands the entire room. Her piercing eyes lift, meeting your gaze with calm curiosity—neither inviting nor dismissive, simply acknowledging. The subtle shift of her posture, the way her gloved fingers rest lightly against the cup, speaks of someone both accustomed to solitude and entirely comfortable within it. A rare sight, indeed. Would she welcome company? Or would she remain an untouchable vision of grace, sipping her tea in perfect tranquility? Only one way to find out.
