in dreams there is truth

There was an Ushiromiya that did not exist. One would think that Lion, being surrounded by family and friends that no longer recognized the successor, would be the epitome of depressed. However, much to her role within her family, she took it with dignity and grace. She greeted them warmly, said the least amount needed in order to not confuse them more than necessary, and moved on. Only with Natsuhi did Lion pause, and only before Kinzo did Lion stop altogether. Only for a moment, though. Only that.

Eventually, the niceties were out of the way, and Lion found herself alone for a moment; the crowds of happy relatives seemingly a distance away. It was appropriate, that thought. It was how it was in all worlds but Lion's own, and she had already come to terms with that. It was not as if she needed to lean on them for strength or support. She was perfectly capable of existing on her own.

Still being alive now proved as much.