After serving one and half years in mandatory military service, Chen was officially discharged from his duties on April 25, 2022, after enlisting back on October 26, 2020.

[2][3] Four months later, he made appearances at SM Town Live 2022: SMCU Express concert from August 20–29 in Suwon's World Cup Stadium and in Tokyo Dome, performing "Beautiful Goodbye", one of his previously released singles.

[10] During an online press conference, Chen stated the reason for the EP's release was due to the singer had not greeted the fans in awhile with a new album.

[11] Speaking of the EP's production, Chen stated "I hope that those who listen to my songs will like the positive vibe that I've worked hard to create."

[11] The EP begins with its lead single "Last Scene", which the singer described as a ballad song that goes well with the autumn season, since its lyrics explain how a breakup fades away.

[12] It was later revealed on "Chen FM", that the song was originally pitched to bandmate Xiumin for his debut extended play, Brand New, although the latter eventually opted to feature "Love Letter" instead.