Her response sent ripples across the audience, both in the stands and online. Her boyfriends, proudly watching the stream, playfully raised their hands in solidarity, causing the chat to explode. Xavier, not even thinking, instinctively puffed out his chest with pride, even though no one was watching him directly.
But the backlash came just as quickly. International viewers, especially fans of the blonde racer, began to criticize Hera, accusing her of arrogance and exaggeration. After all, the blonde wasn't just any racer. He was Europe's reigning champion, known for his wild, unpredictable style and his striking, celebrity-like looks.
He had endorsements all over the continent and was even scouted by entertainment agencies. That fame had clearly gone to his head, and now, his fans were doing damage control, refusing to acknowledge his sleazy behavior.
