Unlike the Leo before his amnesia, who had been vocal, bold, even coquettish, this version of him was more aloof, guarded, and unsure. Around Hera, he often felt awkward, unable to express himself the way he wanted.
And now, as he watched the conversation flow without him, he felt left behind. Making them acknowledge his presence was the only step he knew how to take… words could come later.
But since he didn't know how to properly convey his feelings, he defaulted to the way he usually spoke to his subordinates and outsiders, which resulted in his being awkward, distant, and cold.
The moment the words left his mouth, a flicker of panic stirred inside him. They sounded harsher than he intended, and he worried Hera might misunderstand.
