Claire masked her discomfort with a dismissive snort. "Are you sending your friend out to find another accomplice?" Her implication was clear: whatever plan Athena and Hera devised would likely be perceived as a desperate attempt to salvage Hera's reputation.
Amidst Hera and Athena's abrupt rise in social status and wealth, their peers, all hailing from affluent families, possessed a keen eye for authenticity. Having been raised amidst opulence, they were adept at distinguishing between what was genuine and what was not. Thus, anything Hera and Athena wore would likely be scrutinized with precision.
However, if Claire's insinuations were accurate, it would potentially expose the origins of their newfound affluence.
In truth, their concern was minimal as long as the situation didn't encroach upon their own lives or alter their lifestyles. However, they couldn't deny a certain satisfaction in witnessing Hera's difficulties, particularly among the female former classmates.
