Chapter 155 Want to Join Us?
Upon hearing his assistant’s suggestion, Leo felt a surge of appreciation towards him, finding him more agreeable than ever before. He nodded in satisfaction and turned to face Hera, his eyes filled with anticipation, and his typically imposing expression softened into something endearing. This unexpected change tugged at Hera’s heartstrings, leaving her deeply moved.
Bry’s father extended a warm welcome to Leo, not solely because of his role as a representative of the Hendrix Consortium, but because Leo was now known as one of Hera’s friends. Hera is revered as the beloved daughter of Autumnvale because she treats everyone like family. Thus, anyone connected to her was automatically embraced by the community. Leo’s presence was met with genuine hospitality, a testament to Autumnvale’s ethos of inclusion and familial bonds.
Besides, Bry’s father is not young anymore, so he could clearly discern Leo’s feelings for Hera. It didn’t take a genius to realize it; all one had to do was look into his eyes. As the saying goes, ’The eyes are the window to the soul,’ and Leo’s eyes unmistakably revealed the depth of his affection for her.
Wherever Hera went, Leo’s eyes followed with fiery intensity and a piercing gaze. His attention, along with Xavier’s, always seemed to gravitate toward her. As a bystander, he observed without judgment, but from his own experience, he knew that this love triangle would be a particularly spicy one.
Bry’s father couldn’t help but chuckle to himself with anticipation, thinking, "Maybe this is what they call ’fangirling’ and ’shipping’." It was something his youngest son had mentioned before, something the younger generation discussed whenever celebrities came up. He never thought it could bring such a wonderful feeling.
It felt as though he was indulging in his favorite child’s love life, already picking out a potential son-in-law.
"Why don’t you join us for our celebratory feast, sir?" Bry’s father offered Leo a wide grin, a knowing look in his eyes, twinkling with gossip.
Since Bry’s father seemed to approve, Hera saw no reason to object. Besides, Leo had just helped them with that man earlier, and this was Bry’s father’s way of showing gratitude and fondness towards someone.
Even after Bry’s father extended the invitation to Leo, his gaze remained fixed on Hera, awaiting her response. Hera glanced back at Leo, attempting to decipher his unspoken thoughts, tilting her head in confusion.
’Is he waiting for me to invite him?’ Hera pondered silently, though she dismissed the idea as improbable. Nonetheless, Leo’s persistent gaze made her feel slightly uneasy, causing her to fidget under his fiery gaze.