In the fanarts, only six members were visible. It excluded Lucas, who is currently in hiatus after being embroiled in various accusations.
Back in 2021, an alleged ex-girlfriend of Lucas accused the idol of gaslighting and being a gold digger. Other women also came forward, claiming that they also had a past relationship with Lucas, even accusing him of badmouthing group members. While fans tried to debunk the allegations, Lucas himself released a lengthy apology and announced his hiatus for reflection. Fast forward to 2023, Lucas still hasn't returned from his hiatus.
Meanwhile, Yangyang's post became a hot topic among Korean netizens, who commented:
- It's crazy considering a member really posted it.
- Yangyang cut him off in the last photo lol.
- I think he got annoyed because WAYV's comeback kept getting delayed after Lucas stained their image.
- I'm sure the members are mad too.
- This is so sad ㅠㅠㅠ
- Wasn't Jessica kicked out too?
- Wow, I've never seen a member nail it like this.
- I almost forgot who Lucas was.
- When Yangyang posted this, he got cursed a lot by fans ㅠ Yangyang is very disappointing. He betrayed Lucas.
- Was Lucas unofficially kicked out?
- How about SuperM? Will they promote as a six-member group?
- At one time, I thought he was handsome and fun, but after the scandal, my view changed.
- But if you really look at them, it doesn't feel empty at all.
- Please support Phantom!
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