Leo's attention to detail surpassed Hera and Athena's expectations; he was meticulous, yet his attentiveness never crossed the line into being creepy. Hera felt genuinely flattered because, apart from Athena and her grandfather, no one had ever shown such care toward her preferences. Leo's efforts to understand her likes and dislikes went above and beyond, a level of attentiveness even Alexi hadn't reached. Typically, Hera was the one who paid close attention to others' preferences and feelings, making Leo's actions all the more special to her.
Now being on the receiving end of such meticulous care, Hera felt a warmth in her heart that made her even more reluctant to hurt Leo, while simultaneously strengthening her feelings for him. Caught between conflicting emotions, she found herself drawn to Leo even more. It was like being caught between a rock and a hard place, unable to ignore the growing connection between them.
