HERA’S POV
I KNOW Mom didn't like that I was with Inigo, but I saw a different expression on Felix's face. It seemed like he was happy to see Inigo and me together. Inigo escorted me until I reached my seat, and he stood as my guardian.
After everyone had entered, the graduation ceremony began, but my attention was focused on Mom. I waited for her to at least look at me, but she couldn't even spare me a glance.
"Now, let's proceed to give awards and diplomas," the emcee announced again. I waited for my name to be called for the award. "Hera Andrea Campbell, Best in Research and one of the Magna c*m Laude of this batch," the emcee eloquently stated, and I heard applause from the people around me.
I stood up and walked towards the stage. I looked to see if Mom would stand and join me in
