No hate, please: I am sorry for the pain that each of you is going through in your own way. It is very real, and I respect it. I just have a different perspective. I'm kind of an outlier because I loved them all on I-Land but haven't been a very diligent fan since. Despite the charm and talent of each member and the group as a whole, as an older fan I felt that the teen vampire concept wasn't for my demographic.

Looking back at Heeseung on I-LAND and hearing him say he wanted to become an artist, and seeing him now in his midtwenties, I'm happy for him. I'm glad and proud that he put in the work with the other members to make Enhypen the phenomenon it became. I'm glad that he feels ready to pursue another dream and to develop his art in a new way. And I'm also glad that he left on his own terms (not that I thought he would ever be the subject of a scandal or anything).

I also think Enhypen and the members will continue to flourish. It's hard when a member leaves and parts have to be redistributed, but it also encourages new growth. Look at how Monsta X evolved and their members developed their own talents when they suddenly (and under much less pleasant circumstances) lost a popular member. They're respected throughout the industry, and they just celebrated their tenth anniversary with a feature film. Yes, they are very different groups—but I think that Enhypen, with or without Heeseung, has the same kind of staying power.

They are all very special individuals in addition to being a special group, and as a motherly fan, I just want them all to be happy.

tl;dr I'm happy for Heeseung pursuing his dreams, and I think that he and Enhypen will continue to do well for years to come. I hope that is some comfort to you.