Chapter 88 Teaming Up
Seeing Hera on the verge of tears, other male participants edge closer to her to coax her too, they almost put all the blame on her because of what Alice said but when they also heard Hera’s perspective, they realized that what she said was true.
They didn’t afford her the opportunity to explain; instead, Minerva immediately interjected, accusing her and insinuating that she had a sugar daddy. Even if that were true, in an industry where such arrangements aren’t uncommon, who among them doesn’t have some form of financial support?
While it may have been common knowledge among them, there existed an unspoken agreement not to expose such matters publicly, unlike Minerva’s actions. Consequently, their frustration was aimed at Minerva for distressing Hera to the point of tears.
Even the other female participants were appalled by Minerva’s words, viewing her as nothing more than a spoiled, wealthy individual with so much arrogance.
"What’s happening here?!" Xavier’s voice, still tinged with grogginess and hoarse, resonated from the entrance of the cabin. Within moments, he approached closer, he saw how pitiful Hera looked at that moment.
It was a stark contrast to the excitement she exuded while exploring the mountain and spearfishing. He had observed her as someone not prone to shedding tears easily, yet now, she struggled to contain them, looking so aggrieved.
His brows furrowed in concern. ’What if she becomes angry or isn’t in the mood to cook for me?’ So, aside from having a good impression of her, he also fretted over the prospect of not being able to enjoy a meal if she was too distraught to prepare it.
The thing is, Xavier was a picky eater and if he did not like the food, he would eat a slice of bread and sleep afterwards so he would be hungry and it just so happens that he liked Hera’s cooking. But at the same time, it was only right for him to help her out if needed.
But as minutes passed after his inquiry, silence hung heavy in the air. Reluctance seemed to permeate the group until Alice finally spoke up. "Xavier, I apologize for disrupting your rest... We were merely engaged in a minor disagreement." Her voice carried a hint of remorse as she cast her gaze downward, fidgeting with her fingers as if anticipating admonishment.