Seeing the Dean cower, Gerald's smirk widened with satisfaction. He had heard everything the Dean had said because Hera had kept her phone on a call with him, ensuring he was informed if he needed to intervene. Hera had initially preferred to let the Dean resolve the issue himself, but seeing his stubbornness about expelling her, she decided a more decisive approach was necessary, a quick fix if you may. Gerald's presence was meant to swiftly address the situation and ensure the Dean's attempts to expel Hera were thwarted.
Hera had anticipated Alice's attempt to sabotage her from the moment she learned of the plot against her expulsion and scholarship. To counteract this, she had already set her preparations in motion. She dispatched Gerald to investigate the situation and kept him on standby while simultaneously alerting the police.
