Chapter 186 Belle Has the Same Thought

Grayson retracted his gaze. "When did she tell you this?" he asked Xenia.

Xenia fixed her gaze on Grayson, trying to discern his thoughts.

Given the deeply hurtful nature of Belle's words, she had expected him to react with anger. Most men would find such comments extremely difficult to overlook, and Grayson should have been no exception.

However, as Xenia studied Grayson's expression, she couldn't detect any signs of anger. Xenia wondered if he was just suppressing his anger. If that were the case, Grayson possessed remarkable self-control.

With these thoughts in mind, Xenia replied, "She mentioned it a few days ago, but I refrained from telling you because I was afraid it would upset you."

"Why did you tell me today?"

"I … I overheard Belle mentioning she had a secret just now. I'm only worried that someone might manipulate her into doing something that would hurt you. After all, she's still young.

"It's easy for her to be swayed by others. Furthermore, she confided in me th