Huayu: This top star doesn't play by the rules.

Around 2 PM, Li Ronghao arrived at the film set with his assistant. He was wearing a black T-shirt and jeans, and black-rimmed glasses, looking very low-key.

Then, Han Han led him to greet the various actors. When introducing Chen Chao, before Han Han could even speak, Li Ronghao extended his hand and said with a smile, "Hello, Chen Chao, I've heard your song 'Exchange of Lives,' it's very well written and sung."

"Thank you, Ronghao. I also really like your songs. I've been listening to them ever since 'Old Street.' Your arrangement ideas have always been something I've been learning from." Chen Chao said sincerely as he grasped the hand that was extended to him.

"Really? That's great! I thought young guys like you wouldn't like my retro elements and minimalist style." Hearing Chen Chao's words, Li Ronghao's eyes narrowed into slits with a smile.

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After finishing today's filming and returning to the guesthouse, Li Ronghao didn't rush back to his room. Instead, he pulled Chen Chao to sit down in the living room and started talking about music creation.

"That's how creation is. When inspiration comes, you can't stop it. When it doesn't come, no matter how anxious you are, it's useless." After listening to Chen Chao talk about the things he encountered when creating, Li Ronghao nodded in deep agreement.

However, since the conversation had turned to music creation, Chen Chao took the opportunity to take out his phone and introduce the demos of the nine songs he had recorded for his new album, playing them for Li Ronghao to help him make a judgment.

Li Ronghao listened very attentively, nodding from time to time, his fingers tapping lightly on the table in rhythm, and when he felt it, he would even hum a few lines of the melody.

After listening to the last demo of "Won't Cry," he finally let out a soft breath and put down the phone he had been holding to his ear.

Looking at Chen Chao, his eyes were full of undisguised admiration. "Chao, you are really talented. If I'm not mistaken, you are planning to put all these songs on one album, right? Then the quality of your album is really frighteningly high."

"The sense of regret that transcends time and space in songs like 'Misplaced Time and Space' is so well captured. When you listen to the song, that scene will appear in your mind. This song is definitely going to be a hit."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "There's also 'Never Lost Contact Love,' with a catchy and powerful melody and a particularly strong emotional outburst in the chorus. It has the potential to be a hit."

"Of course, my favorite is still 'The Light Wrapped in the Heart,' which conveys hope, warmth, and unity, and encourages people to keep their eyes on the light and move forward positively. It immediately breaks away from love and elevates the overall scope of the album."

"You are able to balance catchiness and depth in one album. Your level is far beyond what those new singers can match. If I hadn't never heard of you in the industry before, I would have thought you were some kind of veteran."

"Thank you for the compliment, Brother Ronghao. It's wonderful that my song has been recognized by you." After receiving affirmation from a professional, Chen Chao couldn't help but show an undisguised look of happiness on his face.

"By the way, when do you plan to start recording this album?" Li Ronghao suddenly asked, as if he had just thought of something.

"Well, I'll probably be able to focus on recording in the studio after filming wraps up in December." After thinking for a moment, Chen Chao gave an answer with some uncertainty.

"When it's time to record, remember to let me know." Li Ronghao said with a smile, gently patting Chen Chao's shoulder. "I think the arrangement framework of your demos is very good, but there are still some details that can be polished better."

"If you don't mind, I can go to the recording studio and act as a producer for you, giving you some advice on arrangement and mixing."

Chen Chao was genuinely surprised by Li Ronghao's words and was slightly taken aback. After a moment of realization, he was overjoyed. "Really? Brother Ronghao, of course I'd love to! I couldn't be happier! With your help as producer, this album will definitely be even better."

"Then it's settled. When you're ready to go to the studio, let me know a week in advance, and I'll make my schedule available." Li Ronghao patted Chen Chao on the shoulder again, revealing a rather hearty smile.

Ji Ran, who had been standing nearby, overheard their conversation and her eyes lit up. She immediately pulled out her notebook and quickly jotted down notes. "Teacher Rong Hao, what are the specific time arrangements for us to coordinate with your assistant later?"

"You can just communicate with my assistant directly. I'll explain everything to him beforehand." Seeing Ji Ran's demeanor, Li Ronghao subconsciously distanced himself from him again.

After chatting for a while longer, Li Ronghao exchanged contact information with Chen Chao and went back to his room to rest.

After Li Ronghao's figure disappeared at the end of the stairs, Deng Chao, who had been admiring the scenery in the courtyard, came over and said with a grin, "Wow, Achao, Li Ronghao actually offered to be your producer. It seems your musical talent is just as good as your acting talent."

There was no reply; Chen Chao simply responded with a bright smile. With the addition of Li Ronghao, a top-notch producer, his debut album would undoubtedly reach new heights.

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A week later, Li Ronghao left the crew after finishing his scenes to attend to his own business, while Chen Chao and the others returned to their original filming routines.

That day, Chen Chao went to the film set as usual, but as soon as he arrived, he was immediately drawn to a vintage motorcycle parked in the props area.

The light blue body lines are sharp and smooth, and the classic round headlights paired with polished chrome handlebars give the whole motorcycle a pure yet gentle retro motorcycle charm, which is fatally attractive to any man who loves speed.

"Holy crap! This motorcycle is so cool!" Deng Chao, who had just arrived at the film set, saw the motorcycle and his eyes widened instantly. He ran over in three steps and circled the motorcycle several times, making exclamations of admiration.

"Whose car is this? It's so cool!" Just then, Zhang Benyu, Dong Zijian, and Gao Huayang, who had also arrived at the film set, came over and looked at the car with envy.

"This is a sponsored motorcycle specially designed by Xinyuan brand. I had someone modify it for half a month. It's for the motorcycle scenes later on." Just then, Han Han's voice came from behind them.