After Paris Saint-Germain was removed from the list, I led England to victory!

The Premier League is progressing steadily in the autumn, with the suspense surrounding the title race and European qualification unfolding layer by layer, like leaves gradually changing color.

Arsenal, under Yan Yuan's leadership, continued their winning streak, with on-field news dominating sports headlines.

However, a piece of news that seemed to have nothing to do with football stirred up an unexpected commotion on the global internet, especially in the Chinese-speaking world.

……

This news comes from a well-known fashion magazine called "Phantom of the World".

Every year, this magazine makes headlines with its selection of "the 100 most handsome faces in the world".

This list has always been a battleground for male stars' fans, and a carnival and battlefield for fans of celebrities' good looks.

This year was no exception; the list immediately attracted a lot of attention as soon as it was released.

At first, everyone just glanced at it out of curiosity.

After all, the entertainment value of these lists outweighs everything else, and everyone knows that.

However, the atmosphere became subtle and interesting when people saw the top three spots on the list.

First, there's the third place.

Yan Yuan is a football player.

The commentary reads: "A perfect fusion of the ultimate charm of an Eastern face and the ruggedness of Western sportsmanship. On the court, his sculpted jawline and determined gaze are unforgettable, while off the court he exudes a refreshing and clean-cut youthful vibe and captivating charisma. He is a combination of strength and beauty, and can be considered the pinnacle of good looks in contemporary sports."

Yan Yuan is the only male athlete on the list.

This evaluation is quite high.

The fans, especially Arsenal fans, are proud of this.

"That feels good. My factory team leader is third, well-deserved."

"Yan Shen's looks are definitely top-notch; like Kaka back in the day, he's a face of the football world!"

"This ranking is reasonable. Our Captain Yan can make a living just by his looks."

Those who have seen him generally agree that Yan Yuan's appearance is indeed top-tier among football players; he has a tall and straight figure, well-defined facial features, and clear and determined eyes.

With both the strength of an athlete and the handsome features of an Easterner, this third place is well-deserved.

Second place: Henry Cavill, actor.

The commentary states: "From Geralt of Rivia to Clark Kent in Superman, Henry Cavill, with his classic English gentlemanly features, deep blue eyes like a lake, and a robust yet not clumsy physique, defines what 'traditional handsomeness' means. He is walking hormones, the embodiment of elegance and strength."

The selection of this British actor is completely uncontroversial.

Whether it's the weathered and handsome Geralt in "The Witcher" or the righteous Superman in the DC Universe.

Henry Cavill's handsomeness transcends gender and culture; it's the textbook example of "handsome."

Male fans appreciate his tough-guy image, while female fans are captivated by his gentlemanly demeanor.

"Wait a minute??? Am I seeing things? Superman is only second? Who's first? I'm really curious!"

"Superman is only second in looks? How handsome must the first place be?"

"I'd like to see who beats me to second place."

Netizens' curiosity and expectations have been heightened.

Thus, everyone's attention was focused on that mysterious championship throne that had surpassed Yan Yuan and Henry Cavill.

Everyone was picturing a perfect image in their minds that combined all the handsome elements in the world.

However, when the answer was revealed...

The entire internet, especially sports forums and communities where male users are the majority, was instantly flooded with rows of huge question marks.

First place: Kim Nam-jun, singer, member of a South Korean boy band.

The accompanying picture features a young Asian man with exquisite makeup and a stylish hairstyle.

The magazine's review was full of praise: "A pioneering face leading global aesthetic trends, with a unique charm that breaks traditional definitions. His single eyelids convey a sense of aloofness, his highly distinctive facial lines, and his confident and flamboyant aura redefine 'handsome' in the new era."

silence.

It wasn't just ordinary silence.

It was a silence of utter bewilderment and disbelief.

Immediately following was a thunderous roar.

"???" and controversy.

Especially on platforms like Hupu and Tieba, which are dominated by straight male aesthetics, the post exploded instantly:

"?????????????"

"What the hell?"

"I was completely baffled. Who the hell is this guy? The magazine editor's son?"

"Wait a minute...am I seeing things? This guy is even more handsome than Yan Yuan and Henry Cavill?"

"Single eyelids, a flat nose, and a receding chin... This kind of look would put you in a difficult position at our village's matchmaking market. You're telling me this is the most handsome man in the world?"

"Jin Nanjun... what a good name. Jin is his surname, and Nanjun is his destiny."

"The guy upstairs really knows deconstruction [doge emoji]"

"Do the editors at 'Phantom of the World' have some kind of misunderstanding about the word 'handsome'? Or has the Korean wave become so powerful that it has distorted basic aesthetics?"

"Yan Yuan and Cavill did not lose unjustly, after all, they are Earthlings and conform to Earthling aesthetics, while the champion belongs to alien aesthetics."

"This isn't just a difference in aesthetic taste; it's an aesthetic disaster!"

Yan Yuan and Henry Cavill's fans instantly reached a consensus, united, and started a mass mockery.

Their fans are mostly male.

Moreover, quite a few casual fans joined the discussion.

Various funny photoshopped images are circulating online: one photoshopped a picture of Yan Yuan playing football together with a picture of Henry Cavill playing Superman, with the caption "Peak of human beauty".

On the other side is a photo of Kim Nam-joon, captioned "The peak of handsomeness as recognized by 'Phantom of the World'";

Even more malicious comments included comparing Kim Nam-joon's photo with a certain animal in the zoo with a unique facial expression, accompanied by the caption, "It's not that they're completely unrelated, but they're exactly the same."

The comments section was filled with a cheerful atmosphere.

The name "Jin Nanjun" itself has become a meme, jokingly referred to as "the name says it all".

However, this carnival was primarily driven by male users.

This quickly attracted another powerful force.

Kim Nam-joon's loyal female fans have arrived.

These fans have long been active on platforms such as Weibo and Douban, and are highly organized and extremely effective.

Seeing their idols being mocked in this way, they immediately launched a fierce counterattack:

"Hilarious! A bunch of sour grapes are jumping up and down! I knew you wouldn't appreciate my brother's sophisticated looks!"

"How could you straight men possibly understand Nan Jun's charm? His talent and charisma are what truly make him handsome!"

"What's wrong with having single eyelids? That's a characteristic of handsome guys! Unlike some people who all look the same!"

"That soccer player and that actor are handsome, but it's a tacky kind of handsome! Our Nan Jun possesses a beauty that transcends gender!"

"Phantom of the World is an internationally authoritative magazine. Does it know more about what's handsome than you? You guys are only fit to watch football!"

"Maliciously attacking someone's appearance is utterly despicable! Is this the kind of quality Yan Yuan and Henry Cavill's fans possess?"

A fierce "aesthetic war" broke out on the Internet in an instant.

One side insists that "handsomeness is an objective criterion; Yan Yuankaville is indeed more handsome than Jin Nanjun."

The other side, on the other hand, raised the banner of "aesthetic diversity, you don't understand fashion."

The two sides argued fiercely, producing countless laughable remarks.

This controversy even overshadowed the news coverage of the Premier League itself at one point.

……

London, night, Yan Yuan's home.

Yan Yuan and Lin Jianwei rested on the bed during the break.

Lin Jianwei was holding her phone, scrolling through domestic news. Suddenly, she burst into uncontrollable laughter, curling up into a ball with tears welling up in her eyes.

"Hahaha... Ouch, I can't take it anymore... Hahaha..." Lin Jianwei laughed while pounding Yan Yuan's thigh.

Yan Yuan was puzzled by her laughter and leaned closer to ask, "What are you watching that's making you so happy? What funny video is it now?"

"No...it's not a video...it's...it's your news..." Lin Jianwei finally stopped laughing and turned her phone screen towards Yan Yuan. "Look...'Phantom Globe'...they ranked you as the third most handsome man in the world."

Yan Yuan raised an eyebrow, took the phone and glanced at it, his expression a mix of amusement and exasperation.

"What is all this nonsense... These magazines must have so much free time."

He has never been particularly interested in these kinds of appearance rankings.

"The key is... hahaha... the key is you guess who the second place is?" Lin Jianwei deliberately kept everyone in suspense.

Who is it?

"Superman Henry Cavill!"

"Da Chao? Then his second-place ranking is truly well-deserved."

Yan Yuan nodded. Henry Cavill's handsomeness was universally acknowledged, and his favorite character to watch was the White Wolf.

"Then guess who the champion is?" Lin Jianwei's face once again showed that barely suppressed smile.

"Who is it? Who else can beat Cavill? I think there isn't anyone else, right?" Yan Yuan also became a little interested.

Lin Jianwei took a deep breath and said, word by word, "He's a member of a South Korean boy band, named Kim Nan-jun!"

Yan Yuan was taken aback, clearly unfamiliar with the name.

He leaned closer to the screen and carefully examined the photo of Kim Nam-joon, who was called "the most handsome man in the world." Then he looked up at Lin Chien-wei, who was smiling broadly. His expression gradually changed from confusion to absurdity, and finally he couldn't help but laugh.

"Okay... well, this magazine... does have some interesting ideas."

"It's more than just having ideas!" Lin Jianwei burst into laughter again as she scrolled through the comments on her phone.

"Look at the comments from netizens in China, they're hilarious! 'Jin is his surname, and Nanjun is his fate!'"

Some people say that you and Henry Cavill are on the human side, while the champion belongs to the alien side!

Right now, your fans and Cavill's fans are arguing online with Kim Nam-joon's fans! They're calling you a "brothers in misfortune" duo!

Yan Yuan listened to Lin Jianwei's vivid description and looked at the wildly imaginative comments, feeling both amused and helpless.

He reached out and hugged Lin Jianwei, who was laughing so hard she fell into his arms, and said, pretending to be serious.

"Ms. Lin, please watch your stance. Your boyfriend is 'only' ranked third, being overshadowed by someone you don't even know. Shouldn't you express some indignation? Why are you laughing more happily than anyone else?"

Lin Jianwei raised her head, her eyes crinkling into crescent moons as she smiled, and tapped Yan Yuan's nose with her finger.

"What am I indignant about? In my heart, you'll always be number one! But..." She winked mischievously.

"Third place is pretty good too. At least it proves that my Captain Yan's looks have been 'internationally recognized'! Although this authority's aesthetic is a bit... um... unique, hahaha!"

"Lin Jianwei, I really need to control you."

"Oh dear... you're coming again... I've just finished resting... ah..."