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Idol Blade spotted working in local McDonald's!
Singer and actor Blade from the band Stellaron was caught behind the register of one of the McDonald's in the Xianzhou. Netizens have been speculating that Blade may be retiring from the idol scene for a minimum wage job.
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Guest: lol maybe the Stellaron gig isn't paying enough
Guest: or maybe, you know, he's trying to experience the hardships of the working class?
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
INFECTED BY LIFE out now on all platforms!
Daily Blade @dailybladee
ANOTHER BANGER MY KING
blademywife @bladesimpno1
Why were you working at McDonald's can you cook for me instead
Jing Yuan @j_yuan
♥️
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
INFECTED BY LIFE out now on all platforms!
JINGREN REAL🦁⚔️ @jingrennnn
🤨🏳️🌈?
Aeri @aeri102
oh my god shut up it's just a quote tweet
JINGREN REAL🦁⚔️ @jingrennnn
IT'S A MF HEART
Cloud Knights!!! @ckrules
Stellaron hates CK what are you on??? Anyway CK>>>>
Greenwood @li_mengan
Stfu Jing Yuan isn't gay
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BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
(Attached: image of Blade and Kafka taking a selfie outside a restaurant window. Kafka glares at them through the glass.)
She's upset that we crashed her date
JINGREN REAL🦁⚔️ @jingrennnn
Kafkaren shippers awfully silent now huh
Timely Kafka @timely_kafka
WHAT MY WIFE IS TAKEN???
Himeko @navigator_himeko
It was lovely hanging out with you! @_kafka
Timely Kafka @timely_kafka
WHAT THEY KNOW EACH OTHER???
Timely Kafka @timely_kafka
WAIT A MINUTE WERE THEY ON A DATE????
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This week's top posts
Why do people say Stellaron hates the Cloud Knights?
By Guest User
I've seen everywhere that Stellaron doesn't get along with any other group, but so far the members seem to get along with everyone fine? And why the Cloud Knights specifically?
495 comments
Guest user: Stellaron doesn't really have an entertainment company behind them, they just popped up out of nowhere and blazed to the top. Their leader Elio has said that they will dethrone all of the other groups on the billboards.
Guest user: Elio chill bro
User 10238: They don’t really hate the Cloud Knights, it’s just that CK is popular so they’re the No.1 target
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Blade working at Mcdonald’s???
By User 12380
So. I’ve been thinking, and I’ve come up with a few theories on why Blade was working at Mcdonald’s, of all places.
1. He’s broke. Even his acting gigs and modelling jobs can’t keep him afloat anymore. It’s no secret that Stellaron isn’t a conventional idol group. Do the Stellaron Hunters even get paid? Are they just doing this for the lols? No one knows.
But why Mcdonald’s? Blade is famous (or infamous) enough to work a job that doesn’t include flipping burgers at a cheap fast food restaurant. Even if he wanted to go minimum wage, why not Starbucks? It’s weird.
2. He’s bored. Honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised. Recording and acting and modelling day in day out sounds soul sucking, especially when you're coworkers with the Stellaron bunch.
3. Some major event happened in his life and this is his way of coping, or to collect more funds for an emergency.
But really, why Mcdonald’s????
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Guest user: He might just really like Mcdonald’s or something
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Jing Yuan @j_yuan
I am glad to announce I will be starring in Remnants of Faith, set to release next summer!
@blade_ren I look forward to working with you :)
RoF when??? @cupnoodles1
Finally!!!! Can’t wait to see your astounding performance!
X_Mag_X @XmcMajerie
Isn’t this the live action adaptation of that one mlm book series? I hope it doesn’t get censored :/
Jing Yuan No1 Simp @jymybeloved
Really??? Wait he’s co-starring with Blade too?????? Jingren real omfg
JINGREN REAL🦁⚔️ @jingrennnn
WE FUCKING WOOONNNNNN
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
(Attached: image of Blade in halfway-done makeup, wearing a blue and red hanfu while holding a cracked sword. Jing Yuan looks over at the camera in the background, dressed in full armour.)
He looks so cool, can’t wait for everyone to see Remnants of Faith
Daily Blade @dailybladee
"He looks so cool" besties supporting besties!!!
Bladee @blademylove
You look so good! Jing Yuan looks so good!
… Jingren? @wdymtheyremarried
They're so sweet wtf
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BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
(Attached: image of Jing Yuan in a KFC apron standing across the street, waving at the camera.)
@j_yuan ;)
Jing Yuan No1 Simp @jymybeloved
WHAT
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Blade and Jing Yuan, McDonald's and KFC. What's next, Starbucks?
Xianzhou Entertainment Daily
The Internet has been in a frenzy over idol Blade's mysterious appearance behind the counter at a local McDonald's, with theories ranging from a lack of funds to being brainwashed by aliens. With the recent reveal of Jing Yuan working at the KFC opposite Blade's McDonald's, fans have gone insane over their surprise appearances. The tags #mcblade and #jfc have positively exploded.
I've had the honour of interviewing Blade himself (the video of the full interview is on our website) to help parse through this mystery. Blade's response?
"It's close to Luofu Entertainment." (Luofu Entertainment is the Cloud Knights' agency) "Quite convenient. Stellaron's headquarters are too far away and… " Blade visibly winced. "Too chaotic."
When asked why Jing Yuan decided to join him in customer service, Blade simply shrugged and said, "Maybe he wants to accompany me."
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User: Kind of convenient how y'all forgot #jingren
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Jing Yuan @j_yuan
(Attached: image of Blade with his hair in a ponytail, practising sword forms in his costume and sneakers.)
I've got you in my sight 😉
… Jingren? @wdymtheyremarried
OMFG
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
I'll look even better when I do that in heels
Daily Blade @dailybladee
SIR EXCUSE ME WHAT
blademywife @bladesimpno1
AJSGFGHCHDHDHEGDGDH
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BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
(Attached: image of Yanqing standing in front of a McDonald's counter)
His primary sword sponsor didn't listen to him so he's bothering me at work instead
@yan_sword_qing
Yanqing @yan_sword_qing
Dad please
Yanqing @yan_sword_qing
A-die1 I need it please
Yanqing @yan_sword_qing
It's an antique sword!!! It's so cool!!! I need it!
Yanqing @yan_sword_qing
@blade_ren
Yanqing @yan_sword_qing
@blade_ren
Yanqing @yan_sword_qing
@blade_ren
Yanqing @yan_sword_qing
😭 Not even my parents hear my woes
JINGREN REAL🦁⚔️ @jingrennnn
YANQING IS JINGREN'S KID???? WTF
Jing Yuan @j_yuan
@yan_sword_qing please stop bothering your a-die. He's working.
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Okay hear me out. Yanqing is Jingren's lovechild. Blade used to have blonde hair the exact same shade as Yanqing's . Their bangs kind of look similar too. Jing Yuan and Yanqing both have grey??? Yellow??? Amber??? Whatever eyes. And Yanqing runs to Blade whenever Jing Yuan refuses him anything. Jingren started a family right under our noses.
#if blade is a-die does that make jing yuan baba2 #it's like they don't care about pr at all #that's amazing honestly
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What you need to know about Remnants of Faith
Allxianzhou
With leads Blade and Jing Yuan posting regular updates on their twitter accounts, the hype train for Remnants of Faith is going strong, even when the show isn't set to release until summer. Here's all you need to keep in mind (and more!) before you jump in.
Remnants of Faith is based on a xianxia (think Xianzhou mythology) book series of the same name. While the plot centers heavily on the martial arts aspect, Remnants of Faith rose to stardom for its compelling characterization, intricate worldbuilding, and the prominent, queer romantic relationship between the two main characters. It's no surprise that the Internet has gone insane over the live action adaptation, especially with Jing Yuan and Blade starring as the leads.
The tag Jingren has made its rounds multiple times with Blade and Jing Yuan's blatant flirting on Twitter, and the reveal that Jing Yuan's protégé Yanqing sees them both as his dads only sent the fandom into collective insanity.
However, Jingren may not be fated to shine, because of the possible censorship that has happened to many live action remakes of lgbt novels. Fans are already debating on if romantic scenes will be watered down to very homoerotic platonic ones.
RoF when??? @cupnoodles1
Istg if they delete all the kiss scenes I'm going to riot
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User: Ew not j*ngren on an article do you have no shame
User: Why does Xianzhou have censorship laws when their Aeon is obviously trans
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Jing Yuan @j_yuan
(Attached: image of Blade and Jing Yuan's intertwined hands)
Practising
Jingren!!! @jrendgame
They're not even hiding it at this point
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
(Attached: image of Blade taking a selfie with his arms wrapped around Jing Yuan)
Practising
JINGREN REAL🦁⚔️ @jingrennnn
Bro they're so canon
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Shameless writer 🦁⚔️ @localfanficdealer
#jingren
AU where you can't hear your soulmate's name until you see their face
Jing Yuan never noticed his soulmate. In his defence, he had always known Blade's face before his name. Plastered on billboards, newspapers, blogs… For the longest time, Blade was just "That handsome man with the blue hair".
Palatinus @elanp_
At least censor their names???
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BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
(Attached: video of Blade pressing a kiss to the back of Jing Yuan's hand, then smiling up at him, Jing Yuan's face tinged red.)
Practising ;)
JINGREN REAL 🦁⚔️@jingrennnn
AHZBBFNEJRBXBBDBDBEHRJFJJFNFJEJDJDJFHJFJFJFN
RoF when??? @cupnoodles1
WHAT OH MY GOD
Jing Yuan @j_yuan
(Attached: image of Blade in full costume with platform boots grinning at the camera, two drinks in hand.)
It gets hot while shooting, @blade_ren how can I ever repay you?
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
You, me, 4pm tomorrow, usual place? ;)
Jing Yuan @j_yuan
It's a date! ❤️
JINGREN REAL🦁⚔️ @jingrennnn
"Jingren isn't real" "stop shipping real people" Look me in the eyes and tell me those two aren't dating. Yeah they aren't, because they're married.
Jing Yuan @j_yuan
It's a date! ❤️
JINGREN REAL🦁⚔️ @jingrennnn
Like sure my totally straight bro let's go on a date at "our usual place" *heart emoji*
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Today's trending posts
RoF coming soon!!!
RoF is going to air in like a week!!!! And I can't wait. Judging by the crap ton of "" "" practising""" " tweets from Jing Yuan and Blade, I think it's safe to say that the directors didn't cut out most of the juicy sweet romantic bits. Unless Jing Yuan and Blade are the biggest trolls in all of Internet history, that is.
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Guest user: I think it's hard to say. We all know Jingren like to take any chance they can get to flirt, this might just be them making up scenes to be sappy with each other in public
Guest user: I don't think Jing Yuan would be that dishonest though. Blade, eh… But Jing Yuan? No way.
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
Remnants of Faith will air in 24 hours! Mark your calendars!
RoF when??? @cupnoodles1
FINALLY AHSXHDHDHDHHF
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Today's trending tags
#RemnantsofFaith
#Jingren
RoF!!! Yes!!! @ramyeon0920
#RemnantsofFaith IT'S SO GOOD
RoF!!! Yes!!! @ramyeon0920
And JINGREN ARE KILLING ME IT'S JUST THE FIRST EPISODE
RoF!!! Yes!!! @ramyeon0920
Now what do I do with my life while I wait for next episode to air :')
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Top Jingren scenes in Remnants of Faith
Xianzhou Entertainment Daily
It's only been three episodes, but Remnants of Faith already has its fair share of romantic scenes, most of which are between the main characters (and the lead actors. Mostly the leads), leaving fans yearning for more. Here are the top Jingren scenes that are sure to leave you yearning for true love yourself!
Spoiler warning for the first three episodes though. Hop back in after you've binged them!
- Jing Yuan and Blade have teased this one, but it didn't prepare us at all for the utter besottedness of this scene.
(Attached: a close up of Jing Yuan reaching out to Blade, the latter taking his hand and pulling him close. The camera zooms into their entwined hands.)
The closeness. The romantic tension. The sappiness of it all. They're so gentle with each other it hurts to watch, in a good way. It's beautiful, and it's just the first episode!
- They've also teased this one (this is going to be a recurring theme) but again, it's so ridiculously sweet.
(Attached: a shot of Blade as he falls from a cliff. Jing Yuan leaps into the air and catches him in his arms. Blade then wraps his arms around Jing Yuan, leaning into the crook of his neck.)
I still can't believe they started off the second episode with Blade hurtling off a mountain, and I can't believe that they immediately hit us with a bomb of tooth-rotting fluff. This scene just shows how comfortable they are with each other.
- This one isn't sweet as much as it is ridiculously funny (and dare I say, really hot) but it's third on the list for that same reason.
(Attached: a close up on Jing Yuan's flushed face, clearly drunk. Blade leans in and flutters his eyelashes, smirking as he whispers into Jing Yuan's ear. [subtitles read: General, aren't you tired of chasing after me?] Jing Yuan blinks, then immediately stands up and slams his hands on the wall, caging Blade in. He tilts his head. [subtitles read: Now you can't run.])
Of course they had to drop a bombshell like that on us right at the end of the second episode. Neither Blade nor Jing Yuan mentioned this before, and for good reason—it was a really, really welcome surprise. The chemistry! The tension!
- This is the last one they've teased, but it's still amazingly jaw dropping.
(Attached: a long shot of Blade and Jing Yuan facing each other on a mountaintop. The camera zooms in as Blade steps forward to take Jing Yuan's hand. He then goes on one knee and presses a light kiss to Jing Yuan's knuckles, looking up at Jing Yuan with a gentle expression. [subtitles read: I will lay down my life for you.] Jing Yuan has a slight flush on his face.)
This was only the third episode. The third episode! Those two are taking u-hauling to the next level. Maybe next episode they'll be married with a kid, who knows.
- The top spot is indisputable. If you've been on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, whatever, then you must have seen some form of insanity obsessing over it on loop. If you've watched the episode (as you should have, if you're reading this far), you probably are screaming about it as well.
(Attached: a close up of Blade in a hot spring. He tilts his head back to rest on the edge, hair fanning out around him. Jing Yuan sits outside the spring right behind Blade, gently cradling his face with one hand and brushing through his hair with the other, running his fingers through the tangles. Blade reaches up to brush a stray strand of hair behind Jing Yuan's ear. Jing Yuan leans down and kisses Blade's temple. Blade then hoists himself out of the water to lie on Jing Yuan's lap. )
Why all the ruckus about it? The sheer intimacy, the fact that they're both very attractive men who are scantily dressed, the whole steamy (pun intended) vibe of the hot springs… What's not to like?
And those are the top Jingren scenes in Remnants of Faith so far! The next episodes are surely going to bring more juicy surprises. Perhaps it's not too much to hope for a proper kiss before season one ends.
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Guest user: I'm going insane it's so good
Guest user: Mhm didn't know there was a Jingren enthusiast in Xianzhou Entertainment Daily.
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BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
(Attached: image of Silver Wolf handing Blade a round, yellow bird plush in front of a claw machine.)
@j_yuan It reminds me of you
Silver Wolf | Stellaron @_silverw
Not even a thank you for the person who got it for you?
Jing Yuan @j_yuan
Thank you, Silver Wolf.
Silver Wolf | Stellaron @_silverw
@blade_ren learn from your… Whatever he is.
Jing Yuan @j_yuan
(Attached: image of a bouquet of red peonies with cascading amaranthus flowers lying on a coffee table next to a round, yellow bird plush.)
Last shoot!
JINGREN REAL🦁⚔️ @jingrennnn
BIRD PLUSHIE!!!
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
(Attached: image of Blade holding a bouquet.)
<3
… Jingren? @wdymtheyremarried
!!!!! Jing Yuan's flowers!!!!
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Today's trending tags
#RemnantsofFaith
#Jingren
#Jingrenkiss
RoF JINGREN??? @cupnoodles1
OH MY GOD
RoF JINGREN??? @cupnoodles1
ISHDHBFBRHDUHSJENNDNF
RoF JINGREN??? @cupnoodles1
AHWBSKSJDHDHDHHRHDHFHFHFHDHHDHHHRHEJJDJEJEJDJHEHEHEHRHRHFHFHFJJFKRKRKFKD
Today's trending posts
Remnants of Faith Jingren real!!!
I mean we all knew they're canon but thEY FUCKING KISSED LET'S GOOOOO
(Attached: a close-up of Jing Yuan scooping Blade into his arms, bridal style. Blade tilts Jing Yuan's head with one hand and leans in, drawing him into a deep kiss.)
ASJJFFBEBJFJDJEHHDBBEEBEBBE
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User: I can't believe they aired this how did they get past censorship??? Anyway good for them
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Blade and Jing Yuan at the Astral Awards: Is their relationship completely out?
Xianzhou Times
The annual Astral Awards is upon us yet again, with Remnants of Faith (unsurprisingly) snatching Best Picture. Best Actor was more of a gamble, with netizens unable to decide on whether Blade or Jing Yuan would take the crown, or if some sudden dark horse would come to the stage.
During the build up to the announcements, Blade and Jing Yuan were spotted gripping each others' hands tightly, almost leaning on each other as they anxiously awaited the results.
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Image caption: Blade and Jing Yuan holding hands, visibly nervous.
As the announcer opened the envelope and said Jing Yuan's name, Blade immediately jumped up and pulled Jing Yuan into a bridal carry, dipping him into a kiss.
(Attached: 1 video)
Video caption: Blade jumps up from his seat and scoops Jing Yuan into a bridal carry, then leaning down to kiss him on the lips.
The entire venue was shocked into silence, before idol (and supposedly Jing Yuan and Blade's son) Yanqing screamed "Yes!" and the crowd descended into chatter, cheers and confused muttering.
Notably, this show of affection juxtaposes the famous kiss scene from Remnants of Faith, just with their roles reversed.
After the Awards Show ended, the pair left quickly to presumably avoid further media attention.
With silence coming from both parties, netizens have been left to speculate on the situation. Many agree that Jing Yuan and Blade are romantically involved, while some suspect this may be a PR stunt, especially with the overwhelming support for Remnants of Faith.
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Guest user: Who tf thinks this is a PR stunt they're so obviously in love
Jing Yuan @j_yuan
(Attached: image of Blade and Jing Yuan's linked hands. The light catches on their matching rings.)
I've wanted to wear these openly for a long time ☺️
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
<3333
… Jingren? @wdymtheyremarried
RINGS???? THEY'RE ACTUALLY MARRIED???
… Jingren? @wdymtheyremarried
SINCE WHEN
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
6 years ago
… Jingren? @wdymtheyremarried
WHAT SJHDHEBSBDJDJ
BLADE | Stellaron @blade_ren
(Attached: image of Blade giving Jing Yuan a kiss on his cheek)
Mine. >:)
Kafka | Stellaron @_kafka
Be sappy and disgustingly cheesy somewhere else.
Silver Wolf | Stellaron @_silverw
We're all sick of this bs irl already, stop spreading it to twitter.
Yanqing @yan_sword_qing
Ignore your coworkers you're doing great dad!!! Pleasebuymethatlimitededitionkatana