When the girl sessfully escorted Hera to her next ss—Finance, where Professor Fletcher was the guest speaker—she refused to leave and plopped herself down beside Hera, determined to shield her from fans who didn’t seem to understand the concept of personal space. Hera, knowing Professor Fletcher well, smiled wryly and decided to ask, "Teacher, would it be alright if my sister sits in for today?"


    Her tone was light, but the unspoken plea for understanding was clear. The girl looked at the professor with wide, innocent eyes, clearly eager to stay.


    The girl looked at the professor with pleading, obedient eyes that seemed to say, "Pretty please, I’m harmless and a good kid." Hera couldn’t help but secretly chuckle at the girl’s antics. She had no idea how she ended up with a fan like this, but she was d she did. The girl was truly adorable, and something about her made Hera feel an unexpected sense of closeness.


    Professor Fletcher didn’t hesitate to allow the girl to stay. Not only was she quiet and adorable, but it was Hera who had made the request. He was well aware of Hera’s rising poprity and the challenges that came with it since she became an artist. Seeing someone so protective of her was a relief. With the girl by her side, Hera would be able to focus more on her studies without the constant distractions from people vying for her attention on campus.


    It would be a disappointment if he couldn’t impart his knowledge and the meticulously prepared materials he had for Hera. The only reason he agreed to speak to this ss was because of her. Speaking to juniors, especially sophomores, often felt like a waste of his time, as they were only beginning to scratch the surface of their major. True understanding of the material typically began in their junior year and deepened throughout their senior year.


    But Hera was different. Her strongprehension skills made teaching her enjoyable, so he was more than happy to grant this small favor. Anything that helped Hera stay focused in ss was worth it to him.


    As the ss began, Hera listened attentively to the lecture, absorbing the informative material presented. The girl, on the other hand, struggled to keep her eyes open. Despite her efforts to stay awake for Hera’s sake, her eyelids grew heavy, and she began to nod off.


    Just then, a gentle, warm hand rested on the back of her head and softly patted her, as if inviting her to rest. Without much hesitation, she allowed her head to rest on the table and soon fell asleep,forted by the reassuring touch.


    Professor Fletcher noticed the girl’s sudden drowsiness and the tender gesture from Hera, pausing briefly before resuming his lecture. He chose to overlook the situation, focusing instead on delivering the material. Hera’s ssmates cast curious nces in her direction, but a stern look from the professor quickly silenced them. The troublemakers who had earlier caused amotion also kept their distance, deterred by the professor’s authoritative re.


    Few were aware of Hera’s studies under Professor Fletcher, but those in the know wisely chose to stay out of it. It wasmon knowledge at the university that Professor Fletcher only epted students with exceptional talent, and the fact that Hera was among them spoke volumes about her capabilities.


    Moreover, Hera’s exceptional abilities wereplemented by her easygoing nature and polite demeanor, which made her well-liked by those around her. She was respectful and kind, though she firmly dealt with troublemakers who crossed the line. This bnce of kindness and assertiveness ensured a smooth lecture experience. Hera was pleased with the session, recognizing how the knowledge she gained would be invaluable for her future role in leading the Avery Consortium.