i suppose the writing was on the wall given how precariously his rank had been slipping since the first survival announcement, yet i still wasn’t truly braced for the impact :^) it was heartbreaking to hear him admit during the second mission that it might actually be his final stage and that moment alone felt like a shattering blow to those of us who knew his worth.

even after exhausting every vote i had, and even rallying my entire class to join the cause... i spent that entire week in a total daze. the anticipation leading up to that thursday was nothing short of agonizing. i never envisioned someone as talented as park donggyu as a candidate for p24, and i had to actively tune out the relentless rumors circulating at the time just to stay sane. it has certainly never been an easy road as a gyudongdan, but it’s a testament to him that the thought of giving up never once crossed my mind! :-)

i share your sentiment completely, anon! 🥺 this debut has been a long time coming, and in a perfect world, we would be immersing ourselves in every teaser and showcase performance with nothing but pure excitement. i truly wish i could immerse myself in every detail, starting from the prologue and concept photos to the debut showcase, without having to hold myself back and shower the boys with the praise they’ve earned through years of tireless effort :^)

however, it is a bittersweet reality to navigate when a negative spotlight continues to overshadow the group’s hard work. it truly is taxing to witness the hard work of these six boys being obscured by a negative spotlight they didn’t deserve. all we can do for now is simply have to hold onto our support for donggyu as best we can despite the circumstances.

i’m actually caught between a rock and a hard place right now ㅜㅡㅠ while i want to shower donggyu with all the unwavering support he deserves for his debut, it feels morally conflicting to support the group while it includes someone who is actively casting a shadow over their debut. it’s heartbreaking because this situation is costing the six members who have worked just as tirelessly as anyone else in this industry to reach their dream.

the bottom line for me is that i want to focus solely on donggyu while still wishing the best for the other five. i simply can’t bear the thought of him feeling like he isn’t worthy of love and support, especially after waiting all this time to finally make his long-cherished dream a reality.

i hear all your thoughts, anon, and i truly appreciate how much thought you’ve put into this. you’ve touched on a very important point: we must separate our personal preferences for “project groups” from the reality of the hard work these six boys have invested. after six years of opportunities slipping away, seeing donggyu finally reach his debut is a significant milestone. it’s important to respect his journey and the efforts of the other new members who are starting this chapter alongside him.

i agree that the focus should remain on advocating for a safe and reputable environment for the group. the core of the current unrest isn’t a lack of support for donggyu, but rather a deep concern regarding the lineup’s integrity. rather than dismissing his current path, our energy is best spent ensuring the group is one that both the members and the fans can be proud of.

at the end of the day, donggyu’s happiness and his long awaited success should be our prime focus currently. let’s try to support his debut through what we can do within this unrest.