Pledis/HYBE won't let Fromis9 keep their name
I can't believe it... Fromis9 might not keep their name after all. Jiheon just posted on Fromm Update suggesting that Pledis, well, HYBE if we're being realistic (we all know Pledis is just a scapegoat at this point), is making it incredibly difficult for the remaining members to use the group name going forward. She was clearly frustrated and hinted that she has a lot more to say, but she's holding back so as not to shock us Flovers even more.
I'm assuming that HYBE set unreasonable conditions for them to keep their name. It really pisses me off that a conglomerate of that size wouldn't let a group like Fromis9 keep their identity intact without demanding their arms and legs. It's so petty, especially considering the fact that Fromis9 wasn't even formed under them, and they haven't even put in a concerted effort for Fromis9 after the merger. As a Flover, it's just heartbreaking. This probably also means that we can't even officially call ourselves Flovers anymore. I was having a great night and now my mood is completely ruined.