Chapter 798: What

【Hahaha~】

【Holy shit! I'm screwed—I actually think Zhusheng is kind of cute】

【You guys are so mean, hahaha】

【I always thought Zhusheng was a cold, aloof goddess!】

【So much entertainment value】

【Qingjie looked completely baffled—laughed me to death】

【Wait, is it true? Are both "Year Rings" and "The Sky Has No Limits" originally sung by Zhusheng?】

Yuan Wanqing carefully read through the floating barrage comments and finally understood what Yan Zhusheng had just said, leaving her both amused and exasperated.

"'Year Rings' is indeed her original version," Yuan Wanqing laughed, "but as for 'The Sky Has No Limits,' chronologically Zhusheng did sing it first, but the copyright is definitely in my hands."

"So legally speaking, I am the original singer of 'The Sky Has No Limits.'"

"But if Zhusheng wants it, I can give it to her."

"I'm just explaining—I don't mean to take it back," Yan Zhusheng muttered softly, "It earns more money staying with Mom."

【No wonder Zhusheng is ours—so financially savvy】

【Believe in yourself! Zhusheng, when are you releasing your own album? I'll buy it till it's sold out!】

【Zhusheng has only sung in 'Little Joys'—hasn't even released a solo album yet】

【What's Chongran doing? Get moving and start planning for our Zhusheng!】

"In Chongran's new drama, Zhusheng also has a song to sing," Yuan Wanqing smiled at the barrage, "And it's the theme song—really beautiful."

"Beautiful doesn't matter," Yan Zhusheng said, her face stiff. "Li Luo said we have to keep it secret for now—can't sing it for you, so don't flood the barrage."

【???】

【We haven't even typed yet and you're already predicting?】

【Who understands the expression on my face after I typed "Sing one!" and heard that?】

【Why is Chongran meddling so much? Just sing it early as a preview!】

【Sing now! Sing now! I want to hear!】

【Why does it feel like Zhusheng listens to everything Chongran says? Qingjie, as a mom, do you even still have any authority?】

"I'm counting on Chongran to write me more songs," Yuan Wanqing sighed inwardly, yet still covered her mouth and smiled lightly, "If he says not to sing, then we won't sing. Everyone, wait until next year when the new drama airs."

【That hook was planted awfully early】

【It's not even the New Year yet—when exactly does the drama air next year?】

【What genre is the new drama? Still like 'Little Joys'?】

"You'll have to ask him yourself," Yuan Wanqing smiled. "Today is my livestream, can't you focus a bit more on the host? Otherwise I'll be heartbroken."

With those words, the livestream's topic shifted back again.

Yuan Wanqing pulled Yan Zhusheng to sit on the sofa, saved the video recorded by her assistant onto her phone, then right before the livestream audience, released this studio version of "The Sky Has No Limits."

She titled it: 【My Daughter Insisted We Compete on Who Sings Better—Help Me Settle This】

This move was brilliantly executed.

Standing behind the monitors, Miao Yifeng watched the backend data and the barrage so dense it caused lag, and a satisfied smile spread across his face.

So far, the livestream performance has been excellent.

Especially Yan Zhusheng's appearance—her chemistry with Yuan Wanqing created far more entertainment value than Yuan Wanqing alone.

The side topics interspersed throughout were all details Li Luo had previously added—and the effect was truly impressive.

Thinking of this, Miao Yifeng had to admit: Chongran, as a renowned Online Novel platinum author and songwriter, might naturally possess this sharp ability.

He could clearly predict what content viewers loved to see.

And based on that, he crafted marketing strategies that served profit goals without making viewers feel manipulated—achieving his aims subtly, without them even noticing.

Like the new TV drama mentioned by Yuan Wanqing and Yan Zhusheng—it slipped out as naturally as casual family chatter, utterly unforced.

And neither of them ever named the drama or revealed its genre.

This only heightened the curiosity of many viewers, filling them with anticipation.

For a drama not set to air until next summer, achieving this level of lingering impression was already enough.

And while accomplishing this, the livestream's performance never suffered from the promotion.

On the contrary, it was enhanced.

This made Miao Yifeng even more eager for Li Luo's upcoming appearance.

"I need to leave now," Yan Zhusheng finally stood up after spending over ten minutes with Yuan Wanqing.

"Won't you stay a little longer?" Yuan Wanqing asked. "I can see everyone really likes you."

【Yeah yeah, don't go】

【Why are you leaving so early? Just stay and livestream with Qingjie till the end】

【It's still early—what's the rush? Sit back down!】

"I'm going to check on Li Luo," Yan Zhusheng said honestly. "He's talking with the director about the drama."

【Is Chongran here too?】

【Why are you going to eavesdrop on his drama talk? Stay put, don't leave】

【If Chongran's here, just go get him over】

【Yeah yeah, bring Chongran over! Qingjie's first livestream—he's not here is one thing, but since he's right here, how can he not show his face?】

"Then why don't you go ask him?" Yuan Wanqing glanced at the barrage and smiled. "If he wants to come join the fun, bring him along."

"Oh, okay, I'll go ask," Yan Zhusheng nodded obediently, and before leaving, waved toward the camera. "I'm off now—I'll be back soon."

【Go go, hurry back!】

【You absolutely have to lure this kid Chongran over!】

【Get him over here fast—we've got a lot to interrogate him about.】

"Alright, alright, they're gone." Yuan Wanqing chuckled, "Let's draw another prize here, then pick another song? Anyone have requests?"

Yuan Wanqing interacted with the audience again, drew another prize, then sang "A Diao."

After finishing the song and receiving a flood of praise, a knock came at the recording studio door.

Hearing the sound, Yuan Wanqing turned toward the door and called out, "Come in."

The recording studio door opened, and a head peeked in from outside.

Yan Zhusheng glanced inside the studio, winked at the camera, then turned to look at Yuan Wanqing, meeting her gaze.

"Where's Li Luo?"

"Oh, he's right behind me," Yan Zhusheng said, stepping aside, "Go on in."

"Mm." Li Luo's voice came from outside, then he walked through the studio door, "Oh, by the way, could you tell Director Wang for me—I forgot earlier—he…"

As he spoke, Li Luo leaned close to Yan Zhusheng's ear, whispering something.

After Li Luo finished, Yan Zhusheng nodded obediently and left the recording studio, leaving only Li Luo at the door.

The next moment, Li Luo shut the studio door and walked straight to the camera.

"Good evening, everyone."

Li Luo smiled and greeted them, then sat beside Yuan Wanqing, "Aunt Yuan, Zhusheng said the audience called for me?"

"Mm… don't you see the comments?"

【Where's Zhusheng?】

【Who the hell are you?】

【Don't know you, don't know you—go get Zhusheng back!】

"What did you send Zhusheng off to do?" "Feels like everyone's not too happy to see me," Li Luo chuckled, rubbing his chin. "Zhusheng will be back soon—I'll just fill in for her livestream for now."

【Dog bastard, get writing!】

【Did you even write today's update? How dare you show up in the livestream?】

【That chapter ended on a cliffhanger this morning—hurry up and update already?!】

【When are you writing Zhusheng's album?】

【What's the new drama?】

【Is the TV drama starting filming?】

【Is this Chongran? Holy shit, he's so hot?】

【What's your relationship with Zhusheng?】

A flood of comments surged as Li Luo appeared—everything under the sun—and Li Luo's eyes grew dizzy.

"I'm serializing two novels and update on time every day—stop nagging," Li Luo said with a smile. "Today's livestream is Aunt Yuan's—let's talk about singing instead."

"Zhusheng's album isn't urgent—she's still studying at the music academy. We'll consider it after my drama airs next year."

"No more details about the drama now—there'll be promotions later. Just show up and support it when it drops."

"Aunt Yuan, what's the plan for this livestream? What's next?"

"This is a singing livestream," Yuan Wanqing said with a sly grin. "Anyone who visits must sing a song."

"And there's one more rule."

"You have to sing your own original song—no covers."

Li Luo: "... What kind of rule is that? Can I sing a song from your album?"

"That's up to the audience."

【What do you think?】

【Sorry, the original singer is Sister Qing—you're just the lyricist and composer, doesn't count, doesn't count】

【Original singer isn't original—don't you have a new song for your drama? Sing one, any one!】

【Or when Zhusheng comes back, have her sing the theme song】

【I remember Chongran's singing isn't bad—he sang a duet with Zhusheng at the concert before】

【How about "The Sky Has No Limits"? Go head-to-head with Sister Qing and Zhusheng, haha】

Li Luo glanced at the comments and gave a helpless smile: "You guys really set the bar high—but since I'm here, I'll humor you."

"Don't yell at me if I suck."

"Aunt Yuan, do you have a guitar here?"

"Of course," Yuan Wanqing stood up, stepped out of camera view, returned quickly with a guitar, and handed it to Li Luo on the sofa, "You're going to play and sing?"

"Mm," Li Luo smiled, took the guitar, leaned back against the sofa, glanced at the camera twice, then said, "I know you're all busy and tired—thank you for carving out time to watch our livestream. It's our honor."

"This song was written for the new drama, but it's written for you too."

"Hope you like it."

With that, Li Luo lowered his head and brushed his fingers lightly across the guitar strings.

"We're all living with all our might~"

"Through sour, sweet, bitter, spicy~ awake, drunk~"

The melody was simple. Li Luo chose this song partly because its lyrics matched part of "The Beginning"'s theme, and partly because it was perfect for spreading on TikTok.

Sitting on the sofa, Li Luo sang with a slightly hoarse, magnetic voice.

The livestream quickly fell into listening mode; many viewers immersed themselves in a style unlike Yuan Wanqing's.

【Is this really a new song?】

【No wonder he's the God of Chongran】

【Blind guess, this song will appear in the latest plot of I Am Really Not a Star very soon】

【Bro, it's probably already sitting in his draft folder】

【Aren't that book's word count already seven or eight million? Are you still reading it?】

【I won't be satisfied until I see the protagonist sleep with the girls! Damn, he drags things out so much!】

【Didn't the protagonist in Great Patrol Night Corps already sleep with them all?】

【Who knows what he's thinking—three female leads in this entertainment novel, and still no sleeping after several million words】

【Stop arguing, listen to the song, listen—it's got real flavor】

This song only gains real flavor when paired with various edited videos; Li Luo knew this well, so after finishing the song, he said nothing more.

"As agreed, I've sung it." Li Luo smiled. "By the way, did anyone record the screen? I'll post a short video to flood the feed."

"I did." Yuan Wanqing chuckled. "I'll have my assistant send it to you after the live stream ends."

Saying this, Yuan Wanqing turned to the live comments and continued, "Since you're here, you can't just sing. Everyone, if you have questions for Teacher Chongran, ask now while you can."

The live comments exploded again.

Li Luo leaned in, scanned a few, and randomly picked some to answer.

Soon after, the recording studio door was knocked on again.

The door cracked open, and Yan Zhusheng's head peeked in, glancing toward Li Luo and Yuan Wanqing.

【Zhusheng!】

【My Zhusheng~ You're finally back!】

【Why are you just peeking in? Come in already!】

"Zhusheng's back." Li Luo turned his head, then stood up to take his leave. "I've sung, answered questions—no need to disturb you further. Let Zhusheng keep you company now."

【Think you can run?】

【You haven't answered yet—what's your relationship with Zhusheng?】

【You're nervous, you're nervous!】

【Are you afraid that if the two of you are alone, we'll spot some little details?】

【Are you in a hurry to be reborn? All three of you, sit down!】

The audience, hearing Li Luo was leaving, panicked.

At that moment, Yan Zhusheng pushed the door open and hurried over to the sofa.

Seeing Li Luo about to leave, she asked, "Aren't you staying a bit longer?"

"Director Wang is still waiting for me."

"How long will you be talking?" Yan Zhusheng asked again. "Mom's live stream is only an hour—it should end soon."

"Not sure yet. Why?"

"I'll drive. If you're talking late, I'll wait."

"That won't be necessary." Li Luo waved to the camera, bidding farewell to viewers, then turned to Yan Zhusheng. "When you're done here, just come find me over there."

The ordinary conversation between the two sounded to the live stream audience like thunderclaps out of nowhere.

【Huh? You two are going home together in the car?】

【What does that mean?! Isn't Zhusheng living with Sister Qing?】

【You two definitely have something going on!】

【Wah! Chongran, don't go! Confess!】

The live comments flooded the screen, but Li Luo gave them no chance to press further—he waved and slipped out.