After Core Contents Media announced that they would immediately terminate the contract of T-ara member Hwayoung, netizens and fans alike stepped up to argue that the other members have bullied and outcasted her, and that the agency is to blame rather than Hwayoung.

The agency, however, is arguing that the bullying claims have nothing to do with the contract termination, and that Hwayoung has until now displayed behavior unacceptable for a member of a girl group, and showed no hope for improvement. Thus, Hwayoung is not a victim of bullying, but rather the staff and group members are the ones who have suffered extreme stress due to Hwayoung.

Regardless of whose fault it may be, fans are shocked to say the least to hear of Hwayoung's departure from the group. The most ideal scenario that loyal fans are hoping for is for the girls and the agency to resolve these matters and for Hwayoung to return to the group.

CCM CEO Kim Kwang Soo informed StarNews on July 30th, "If Hwayoung realizes her faults and feels genuine sorrow and regret, it is possible for the staff and group members to discuss her return to the group. I say this again, but in order for that to happen, Hwayoung must reflect back on her actions and never repeat them again in the future."

The chances of Hwayoung returning to the group may be slim, but this shows that it isn't completely out of the question.

You can read the full press release regarding Hwayoung's departure from T-ara here.

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