Well it's only first week sales. It's disappointing but it doesn't mean the whole era will be bad. She's finally starting to promote the album so hopefully the numbers will go up and the album will have longevity.
I think people like to jump into bandwagons to feel winners. And feel better about themselves. For example, look at the Gaga fans, they take her success as their own. I just stan for Christina for her music, but at the same time i want her to succeed, because in this way i probably get more music from her.