I became a movie star at the age of three; Dilraba and I are childhood sweethearts.

The promise I made to Liu Yifei was like a sweet candy.

A ripple of emotion stirred within Xiao Chen's heart, only to quickly return to calm.

For him, it was more like an expectation for the future, and an encouragement to a girl who also loved performing.

Life is long and full of uncertainties.

No one can say for sure how long a 15-year-old girl's dream can last.

But once a promise is made, he will keep it in his heart.

Right now, he has more important things to do.

Two days later, in Hong Kong, at Kai Tak Airport.

A salty, damp sea breeze swept over me.

It carries the unique, bustling, and crowded atmosphere of this city.

The opening ceremony for the film "Echoes of the Rainbow" was held on the rooftop of a tenement building in the old neighborhood.

There was no extravagant press conference.

There was only an offering table, a few sticks of incense, and a roasted suckling pig that was glistening with oil.

When Xiao Chen arrived, the main cast members were already there.

Leslie Cheung, dressed in a simple white shirt, leaned against the railing, a cigarette between his fingers.

Even amidst the swirling smoke, those eyes still shone like stars.

When he saw Xiao Chen, his eyes lit up. He stubbed out his cigarette, walked over, and reached out to ruffle Xiao Chen's hair.

"You little rascal, you always seem to have grown taller every time I see you."

"She's getting more and more beautiful."

His tone was familiar and affectionate.

It was as if Xiao Chen was not a twelve-year-old child, but an old friend with whom one could be on equal footing.

On the other side, Anita Mui was chatting with Wu Mengda.

She wore a cool denim outfit today, her short hair was neat, and she had a bright smile.

Upon seeing Xiao Chen, she immediately waved, her voice full of laughter.

"Ah Chen, come here, let me see the soul of our play."

The key figure.

This word came from Anita Mui's mouth.

Even Wu Yanzu, who was standing to the side and had a tall and handsome face, couldn't help but take a second look at Xiao Chen.

He had heard long ago that Xiao Chen had written the script for this play himself.

Even the entire creative team was personally selected by this young man.

At first, he found it hard to believe.

Rumors about Xiao Chen's self-promotion have never stopped.

Even within the film and television industry, there have been some speculative discussions based on hearsay.

Until this moment, he looked at himself surrounded by Leslie Cheung and Anita Mui.

Xiao Chen, who showed no sign of unease but instead appeared calm and composed, finally believed it.

This boy is no ordinary person.

Xiao Chen narrowed his eyes and smiled.

"Brother Rong, Sister Mei, Uncle Da, Brother Azu."

He greeted everyone in a clear and loud voice, his attitude neither humble nor arrogant.

Wu Mengda smiled so hard his eyes narrowed into slits and patted him on the shoulder.

"Ah Chen, I've read that script you wrote several times. Every word pierces my heart."

"This old man hasn't seen such a good notebook in a long time."

"Don't worry, I will do my best to perform well."

Xiao Chen answered with a smile.

"Of course I believe Uncle Da."

He must have trusted the team he personally selected.

After a simple opening ceremony, filming immediately got on track.

The first scene is a family of four having dinner on the rooftop.

On a sweltering summer night, a small folding table, a few simple home-style dishes.

Assistant director Law Kai-yui sat behind the monitor, feeling a little apprehensive.

This team is incredibly strong.

Leslie Cheung, Anita Mui, and Wu Mengda—aren't they all award-winning actors and actresses?

Not to mention Xiao Chen, who just won Best Director.

What if he doesn't film the scene well? What if he doesn't know how to guide the actors to express their emotions?

Although he was just an assistant director, Law Kai-Yui was under a lot of pressure.

"Action!"

As the clapperboard fell, the four people on the rooftop instantly got into character.

Xiao Chen plays Luo Jin'er, who is at a mischievous age, picking at the rice in his bowl.

While secretly throwing the vegetables they didn't like under the table.

His movements were natural and fluid, and his eyes were lively with a hint of cunning.

Sitting opposite him was Leslie Cheung, who played a stern father. He frowned and smacked Xiao Chen's bowl with his chopsticks.

The character for "shoe" is difficult on one side and good on the other.

"One step is difficult, one step is good. One difficult step, one good step."

His lines were steady and powerful, carrying the stubbornness and authority of an old-fashioned port man.

Xiao Chen shrank his neck and made a face.

That defiant yet rebellious look of a teenager is exactly like that of a spoiled brat.

"Tch, all you ever do is complain about Jiajia's troubles."

Xiao Chen muttered to himself, his voice barely audible enough to be picked up by the microphone.

This line was not in the script.

It was Xiao Chen's impromptu performance.

Luo Qirui's eyes widened suddenly behind the monitor.

wonderful!

That's great!

This muttered remark instantly brought the character of Luo Jin'er to life!

What surprised him even more was the reaction of Anita Mui and Leslie Cheung.

Anita Mui, who played the mother, immediately glared at Xiao Chen and put a large piece of fish into Leslie Cheung's bowl with her chopsticks.

Her tone was gentle, as if she were coaxing her husband, or perhaps scolding her son.

"Alright, let's eat. Why are we talking about this?"

Leslie Cheung's expression softened. She glanced at Xiao Chen with a complex look in her eyes, a mixture of reproach and undisguised care.

What appears to be an ordinary family dinner scene is imbued with a sense of realism through the fluid and natural performances of these four individuals.

Luo Qirui shouted excitedly.

"Click!"

"Pass!"

He rushed out from behind the monitor and gave Xiao Chen a thumbs up.

"Director Xiao! That line you added just now was perfect!"

Luo Qirui then realized that his worries were unnecessary.

With Xiao Chen around, there's no way there will be any problems with the on-set coordination and visuals, and the actors' emotions don't need his concern as the assistant director.

Leslie Cheung also came over, and the admiration in her eyes for Xiao Chen deepened.

He enjoys acting alongside Xiao Chen; it always gives him a sense of satisfaction, like sparring with a master.

To put it bluntly, Leslie Cheung thoroughly enjoyed acting in just one scene.

In Hong Kong, filming is proceeding smoothly.

Meanwhile, in the far reaches of the mainland, a talent show frenzy sweeping the entire country is intensifying.

Super Girl.

This talent show for ordinary people, co-organized by Hunan TV and Shishiba Culture, ignited the passion of the entire summer.

From the start of the preliminary selection process, the number of applicants exploded.

This program dominated the streets and alleys, shopping mall TVs, and newspaper headlines.

Girls, carrying their dreams, flocked from all over the country to various competition areas.

They want more than just a chance to get ahead.

It was all for a distant yet clear goal—Xiao Chen.

The production team had already leaked information that the mystery guest for the national finals would be Xiao Chen himself.

This message is more effective than any propaganda slogan.

Countless Xiao Chen fans went to great lengths to get into the finals venue just to catch a glimpse of their idol.

The contestants on stage were giving it their all.

What an honor it would be to have Xiao Chen witness your performance!

Time flies, and the competition has finally reached the final night!

Xiao Chen remembered the competition situation in his previous life.

And starting tonight, a girl singing "Sour and Sweet" will dominate the GG time slots on various TV stations.