Ryan watched from distance as Claude, Jacob, Danielle, Slade, and even Henry were seeming to have a fun time, laughing, smiling, basically everything Ryan wasn't doing. He was happy for them. He even let out another paper smile that seared away within a few seconds. Then he knelt down and put his elbows on his right knee and his chin in his hands. It was evident he wasn't enjoying himself. When he heard Kage's name called for the battle, he was about to scream words of encouragement, but they were caught in his throat. He choked on his own words and a tear welled up in the corner of his eye. It's nice to see everyone having fun and all, but I wish it was worth it for me to have fun like that. I'm just going to die a far too early death by the cruel hands of fate. Having fun won't do me well because it's just going to be spoiled when something inevitably reminds me of Kage's vision. But why can't I speak now? I should be encouraging him. He should be enjoying himself even if I can't. Ryan opened his mouth to yell again, but this time, the words came out in a choke. I think I'll just talk with him after he wins. No point in drawing attention to myself or embarrassing him. Ryan sighed, his face slouching further into his hands.