Unexpected Encounters

Hera frantically looked around as if searching for the invisible danger. Clara's lips twitched, giving her a slight hint of a smile, which appeared more like she's mocking Hera. 

"Don't worry, Hera. Ace didn't see me. I was hiding behind this pillar," said Clara. By the look of loathing on her face, Hera guessed, probably she had heard her conversation with Hunter. Clara confirmed it when she spoke again. "So, a second chance for him, huh? You couldn't resist, could you? After everything he did, you still agreed to give him a chance. It didn't take much effort for him to convince you, Hera," she said, shaking her head in disgust.