Although Hera didn't want to come across as boasting about her academic background, she struggled to find a reason or excuse to persuade the manager to let her review the business plan without drawing Gael's attention or raising suspicions.
The manager quickly grasped Hera's intent and decided to play along. He feigned surprise and responded with a pleased nod, "Oh! I didn't realize Miss Hera was so capable. Please, feel free to review this business plan and see if it meets our standards." Without hesitation, he handed the folder to Hera.
Hera smiled as she noticed Gael growing increasingly nervous when she took hold of the folder. He began fidgeting and rubbing his thumb anxiously. Hera then opened the folder and carefully reviewed each page. Like the manager, she found herself rereading the profit distribution several times to ensure she wasn't misinterpreting it.
