Leo couldn't help but roll his eyes at Xavier, clearly aware of Xavier's deliberate attempt to disrupt the positive atmosphere between him and Hera. Despite Xavier's outwardly sincere smile and apologetic look, Leo saw through his intentions.
Leo wanted to snort at Xavier for being so good at pretending but then he remembered that he was also pretending to be pitiful in front of Hera so he could get her attention to himself.
They both wielded their expressions with such finesse that any emotion they wished to convey seemed entirely authentic. Despite Hera noticing the competitive tension resurfacing between them, each striving to outdo the other in appearing more pitiable, she opted to quietly withdraw to the kitchen. There, she allowed the two children to engage in their unspoken rivalry, focusing instead on her own tasks.
