Chapter 108: Fan Attitudes (Forum Style); Purchase with Caution If You Mind This…

Even though the report was released in the early hours of the morning, many people were still awake. Upon seeing Dispatch's report on the relationship, especially since it involved the hot topic of G-Dragon's relationship, it immediately attracted the attention of a large number of fans and the general public, and the topic quickly became a trending topic.

In the comments section, casual observers watched the drama unfold, while haters offered sarcastic remarks.

Wow…GD is in another dating rumor.

-The photos are so clear, they're walking hand-in-hand with their arms around each other...it's confirmed, right?

Wow, last time it was Kiko, this time it's the manager? It's a different person being rumored to be dating...kkk looks different from last time, biting her fingertips and acting cute was so shocking!

-Did they get photographed by Dispatch again?

-Still caught on camera entwined in the street after a night out, lol

Will this be made public?

-kkkkk, they definitely won't go public. It'll be the familiar process. Waiji says, "We're just friends."

Just wait! Waiji will come with his "friendship theory"!

-kkkkk, or "the artist's private life is difficult to verify"...

-When has GD ever not denied it to the death?

Last year, Dispatch also photographed him and Kiko, which was solid evidence, but there was no reaction. They'll definitely play dead this time too.

-Fan: They were just drunk and helping each other up. You paparazzi and haters, stop trying to spread rumors all the time!

-Fan: Can't good friends hold hands while shopping?

-Wishing Oppa finds a good friend!

-kkkk, everyone just move on, just look at the pictures. GD clearly won't admit it, just like Kiko... all those scandals over the past 5 years, he never admitted, never denied, and never took responsibility.

Why is GD dating a foreigner again? He's not patriotic at all...

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In late March, Japanese media released a set of photos of Anju Feng and Kwon Ji-yong strolling on the streets of Tokyo, speculating that Kwon Ji-yong and Anju Feng were dating.

Although fans verbally defended the two as friends and colleagues who were shopping together, they secretly suspected that Kwon Ji-yong and An Joo-pung were really dating.

When fans saw the undeniable evidence, they had a feeling that they had known it all along.

Because of the repeated rumors between Kwon Ji-yong and Mizuhara Shiko over the past few years, fans have long since developed strong hearts. Those who wanted to unfollow had already done so last year when Dispatch exposed photos of Kwon Ji-yong and Mizuhara Shiko.

Therefore, at this point, Anru Feng and Quan Zhilong's relationship was practically confirmed, and their fans wouldn't leave.

But the reaction was violent.

-Damn, they're actually talking about it?

Speechless. I even spoke up for this woman when they were having an affair…

Wow, with such damning photos, will they even be released?

-Isn't that woman from the water source also heavily implicated? They probably won't make it public, right?

Why does Oppa always date scheming women?

-Oppa must have been fooled by that scheming woman...

-I knew this woman with the surname An must have gotten close to Oppa under the guise of work, I can't accept it!

Dating is fine, but the relationship between an agent and an artist is too complicated…

-A manager holds an artist's career and business secrets. If their relationship sours, it might be difficult to maintain...which could be detrimental to Oppa!

This female agent looks very scheming.

-Worried…

GD should serve his military service as soon as possible to wake up...

As his agent, taking care of him was her job, but now it seems all the good things were done with ulterior motives…

Oppa is definitely being deceived by her; she's not good enough for him at all. I strongly oppose this!! I don't want to see Oppa being lied to and taken advantage of!!

-A publicly funded romance? Are you crazy?! Speechless =_=

-It's not that I can't accept my oppa dating, but I can't accept him being with his manager. It makes their working relationship impure and affects my oppa's professional judgment and career development!

- An agent should be the most professional and objective person to plan his career. Now that emotions are involved, how can he still keep his personal and professional life separate?

-We fans have sacrificed so much for our oppa, and in the end, all the benefits went to the manager? What right does she have? Isn't she just a staff member?

This is so unfair to us fans! We are the ones who love him and support him the most; she's just reaping what's already there!

Speechless. Why is he dating a foreign girlfriend again? International relationships are really damaging to his image in Korea. He needs a Korean girlfriend.

-A foreign girlfriend will lower my status as an oppa...

Oppa, hurry up and get out of this dangerous relationship!

This woman appeared out of nowhere; there must be something going on!

- Oh! She's so unprofessional... She clings to Oppa for everything, it's obvious she has ulterior motives...

-I always felt that this woman lacked professional skills and was just "dabbling" because of her family background. What benefits did Waiji receive?

- Was Oppa forced into dating her? She's definitely being controlled by a chaebol!

-It's very possible... Oppa doesn't like this woman at all! This woman is completely different from the type Oppa has always liked!

-Yeah, Oppa has such a show-off personality, yet he and this woman don't even have a single matching couple item. There's not a single trace of this woman on Oppa's social media!

-It must be the backers of Waiji and this woman forcing Oppa to create this hype!

- Damn it, are those foreign capitalists bullying their own people for money?

-Ugh, is she crazy? How can a foreigner like her control South Korean capital?!

- Let's stay rational, respect privacy, and wait for official announcements, okay?

Even if Miss An is rich, she can't control the decisions of a foreign company!

So what if he's dating! Oppa's almost thirty, can't he date?!

The problem is, what makes her worthy of Oppa? Look at her scandals! Not only is she unprofessional, but she's also from China. Oppa is blinded by her!

-Oppa looks happy in the photo, don't spread rumors based on your own thoughts!

If it's true, then best wishes!

-As long as Oppa's professional skills remain strong and his works are good and enjoyable, I will continue to support him.

-Kiko hasn't gone public for so many years, and she's never going to. They're going to break up anyway, so why are you hurling insults at her?

Why make such speculations? Hasn't Oppa had enough relationships and scandals? If you can't stand it, just unfollow! Why portray him as so weak? If he's been forced into a contractual relationship to get to where he is today, has all his hard work over the years been for nothing?

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The transformation of a manager and artist into a romantic relationship is inherently a sensitive matter. Coupled with fans' initial impression of Anjou-feng as unprofessional, and Anjou-feng's status as a foreigner, many Korean fans strongly attacked and boycotted Anjou-feng after the relationship was exposed.

At first, they just seized on An Rufeng's "unprofessional" and "undedicated" "dark history" and called An Rufeng a "scheming woman" who deliberately used her identity as an agent to get close to Quan Zhilong. Later, they went straight to conspiracy theories and attacked An Rufeng and Waiji for using capital to coerce Quan Zhilong.

In South Korea, the most vehement and vocal group is the anti-fans. The voices of other types of fans, such as some supportive fans and those who are indifferent to dating as long as it doesn't go public, are drowned out by the anti-fans and barely make a ripple.

Japanese fan culture has always emphasized not disturbing idols' private lives, and often chooses to remain silent even when they discover that their idols are in a relationship.

Japanese fans were able to argue with Korean fans over the rumors surrounding Mizuhara Seiko and Kwon Ji-yong because they felt that Korean fans were interfering too much in their private lives.

Upon seeing the dating news, Korean fans did not attack Suwon Seo-ja, who was associated with them. Instead, the online comments were mostly blessings, with the rest remaining silent and quiet.

Chinese fans had mixed feelings when they saw the dating news revealed by Dispatch, especially since one of the main characters was Chinese and they had a good impression of him. They were unsure how to comment.

Of course, there are also fans on the Chinese internet who oppose and boycott the relationship.

However, seeing the extreme boycott and personal attacks against An Rufeng by South Korean fans, citing reasons including her Chinese identity and conspiracy theories, Chinese fans could not sit still.

Unable to resist, he switched allegiances and started arguing with Korean fans.

I was initially a little saddened by Long Ge's sudden announcement of his relationship, but seeing how Korean fans are criticizing his manager has instantly changed my mind! Chinese girls can't lose!

'Patriotism' is not an excuse for your cyberbullying! That Brother Long is 'unpatriotic' for dating a Chinese person? That logic is utterly absurd!

-Wake up, Korean fans! This is a globalized world, why are you still clinging to that closed-door mentality? Yong-hyeong's happiness is the most important thing; it's none of your business to teach him patriotism.

-From today onwards, I'm a die-hard fan of yours! Chinese fans support you! Let's show Korean netizens what the scale and fighting power of Chinese fans are like!

- Dating a foreign manager? I really feel betrayed... Don't you realize this as a Korean? Seriously...

Nationality is never a measure of love! My sister is professional and gentle; she deserves the best love in the world! Some people shouldn't use 'patriotism' to mask their narrow-mindedness and xenophobia!

-They look like a good match in the photos! This is how GD is when he's dating, so sweet! Fans, stop fighting, go fight in the dance studio!

-This is utterly disturbing. This Chinese woman has ruined his life by dating our oppa. They should break up immediately!

- LOL, Brother Long personally chose his manager! Brother Long's choices are always the best!

- The fact that my sister was personally invited by Brother Long to become his agent shows that she is very capable! What are some people so sour about? Chinese women deserve anyone's affection!

This woman seems more interested in romance than work; her professionalism is questionable. She should be fired immediately!

-This woman is no ordinary person... She's not focused on her work at all as an agent; she's incredibly scheming...

-It's laughable how Korean netizens are reacting so defensively... This woman became a manager through her own abilities, so why is she being criticized? It's none of your business who decides what Brother Long likes!

-Korean male idols belong to Korean fans. Foreigners should certainly keep their distance. The cultures are different too; what are they thinking?

- Resist nationality discrimination! Chinese girls are independent and outstanding, what's wrong with them being in relationships? If you continue with personal attacks, we'll see you on our anti-blacklisting platform!

-Aren't the Korean fans overreacting? We have so many female celebrities in the Chinese entertainment industry, and everyone's used to it... It seems the Korean entertainment ecosystem is indeed different.

- If you only want to be active abroad, then say so? Are you giving up your activities in Korea? Then disband your fan club too.

-It's not Oppa's fault, it was that woman who seduced him. Was he doing this on purpose to gain popularity among Chinese fans?

- Fans, stop arguing! Here's the right way: Blame the company! They failed to properly supervise the company and allowed office romances! Go after the company!

-Oppa is a national icon, please date Korean women...don't embarrass yourself internationally.

- Fan services are for the fans, not for individual agents. They've forgotten their role and responsibilities.

- I'm so disappointed. Korean idols should consider the feelings of their Korean fans first. I can't cheer for you anymore.

-Unfollow me! Unfollow me! Brother Long doesn't need another "Kimchi Man" fan like you!

-Just passing by and watching the drama unfold... This plot is even more exciting than a K-drama! A battle between Chinese and Korean fans, a fight to protect idols' love lives—too many elements to list! Looking forward to the sequel.

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With fans from both China and South Korea, along with casual observers and anti-fans causing trouble, by the time Waiji and his team went to work during the day, the internet was already in complete chaos.

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Author's Note: [Cat's Paw] * "Kimchi Man" is a popular Korean internet slang term used to describe middle-aged Korean men who are extreme in their thinking, have outdated ideas, are chauvinistic, and are extremely narcissistic.