Chapter 215 Liquid Base
Hera nervously cleared her throat as she gently guided Leo back to the couch. Dave’s unexpected arrival seemed to quell Leo’s earlier burning desire, and now he appeared surprisingly composed despite his disheveled appearance and rumpled clothing. If it weren’t for these telltale signs, one might not suspect that anything had occurred in the room just moments before.
Leo slowly buttoned up his shirt, his gaze shifting apologetically towards Hera. He hadn’t anticipated that Hera had also been drugged, and he found himself pondering how their pleasant meal had taken such a turn. While Leo and Dave had engaged in a playful competition for Hera’s attention, they certainly hadn’t anticipated events unfolding in this manner.
Leo’s voice, though still dry and hoarse, retained its magnetic quality as he began to speak. "Hera, I want to start by apologizing. I failed to control myself, and..." His words trailed off, uncertainty clouding his thoughts. The memory of what had transpired between them remained vivid, and despite his assurance to take responsibility, he couldn’t shake the feeling that mere words were insufficient to rectify the situation.
Leo suddenly realized that Hera had also been affected by the drug. Considering this, it occurred to him that her ability to think clearly would have been compromised. Perhaps her apparent lack of resistance stemmed from the drug’s influence, causing her body to respond involuntarily, seeking a form of release amidst the heated state induced by the substance.
Leo was overwhelmed with guilt, realizing he might have taken advantage of Hera in her vulnerable state, oblivious to the fact that he was equally affected by the drug. Observing Leo’s remorseful demeanor, Dave scoffed disdainfully, doubting Leo’s sincerity and attributing his behavior to an attempt to shift blame onto the drug. Meanwhile, Hera perceived Leo’s genuine self-reproach, which stirred a sense of warmth within her. In her experience, individuals under the drug’s influence often acted impulsively and they wouldn’t even have a chance to think properly and would just follow what their body wants and that is to release., unlike Leo’s reflective response.
While some might resort to harming others to satisfy their immediate desires and alleviate the drug’s effects, Leo demonstrated a different approach. Despite his struggle to maintain control, he prioritized Hera’s well-being, he still tried his best to control himself, and when he couldn’t he at least wanted to make sure that he would be the last to feel good and accommodate Hera first.
It was enough for Hera to believe that Leo has a good intention and is a good man overall, besides, it’s not as if she was entirely blameless in what happened and she let it happen so she can’t just stand idly by while Leo bore the brunt of Dave’s anger, she felt compelled to share the responsibility and defend him against unwarranted blame.
Hera addressed Dave with a calm and composed demeanor. "Dave, what occurred wasn’t anyone’s intention and none of us desired this outcome. Our priority now should be to uncover who orchestrated this and their motives." She paused, taking a moment to gather her thoughts before continuing. "I acknowledge my own role in what transpired, and we could perceive it as consensual, albeit under the influence of external factors. However, I want to emphasize that my intention isn’t to shield Leo or display favoritism. I simply aim to take responsibility for my actions. We’re all adults here, and this incident was an unfortunate accident. Let’s refrain from assigning blame and focus on resolving the situation at hand."