That made a lot of sense. He didn't think anyone would want to try manipulating fire again if that had happened to them. Cass had almost killed herself and maybe her family by accident.. She'd hurt her uncle as well. He wanted to console her.. Cass seemed almost close to tears "You're stronger than you think Cass. Even attempting fire manipulation after that inci-" 

The announcement shocked Ryan a bit. No preparation, no training? This Z man must believe really believe in the theory baptism by fire... That'd be literal to the ones using Elpis though. Ryan got up and walked next to Cassandra. "You going to be okay? They're asking you to use Viper... " He gave a solemn look. Z would probably not stop a fight if someone was seriously injured.... or even about to be killed most likely. And with her Viper powers being a bit on the weak side, he was a bit worried. "Just remember you're also an Elpis. You know their weaknesses too..."