Question

Which line best creates a lighthearted mood in a narrative?

Clay chuckled uncomfortably at the joke.
Everyone joined in with Clay, laughing as he made silly faces.
Suddenly Clay realized he was the only one laughing.
Clay wished he could see the humor in the situation.

Answer 1

Everyone joined in with Clay, laughing as he made silly faces.

Answer 2

"Everyone joined in with Clary as he made silly faces." Because everyone is having fun and laughing and making silly faces.


Th first one creates an AWKWARD and UNCOMFORTABLE tension and mood.
The third and fourth one seems awkward, negative and not lighthearted at all.