This is just a short, tiny one-shot.

However, if you want me to expand on this a little, let me know and maybe I will ;)

People each had their own problems and it wasn't in Ben's place to burden them with his.

And so he was always smiling. Always offering encouragement and advice. No matter how he really felt.

It was his duty to be the best person he could be.

The strong leader.

Making sure everyone was ok.

And so he hid everything.

From his parents.

His advisors.

His friends.

His girlfriend.

They didn't need to know.

Didn't need to be bothered.

And so he smiled.

Encouraged.

Everyone loved him.

No one knew.

Written for a friend.

Thanks for reading and please leave a review!

-FlatFox