Meanwhile, Grayson was still upstairs when he received a call from Lena.Lena had called to ask about the effectiveness of the scented sachets this time.Grayson replied honestly, "I was extremely drunk yesterday and fell asleep earlier on. I've only just woken up. I can't tell if it was the scented sachets or my drunken state that helped me with my sleep."Lena asked, "Are there any other symptoms besides prolonged sleep?"Grayson paused briefly before replying, "I was dizzy when I woke up. I feel better now that I've showered, but I still feel slightly sleepy."Lena replied, "This is a normal reaction. Don't worry about it. It's just a new formula that you will have to get used to. Feel free to call me anytime if anything arises.""Of course."Grayson hung up the call and closed his eyes to ease his mind before turning to the closet.He changed into a clean set of casual wear and went downstairs.Meredith was happy to see him. "Mr. Page, you look much better today."He did
Grayson stared at her as he contemplated his actions. He would have surely shown her the sachets if this had happened two days prior. But now, he decided not to entertain her demands.He calmly replied, "It's my personal belongings. It has nothing to do with you."Belle explained, "There's something wrong with the scented sachets. I've just fallen asleep for the entire day!"He reflexively asked, "Where did you fall asleep?"She then replied, "That's not the point!"He decided not to press on further.She continued, "Just hurry up and show it to me.""No.""Why not?""As I've said, it's my personal belongings. You shouldn't be looking at other people's stuff."He pulled a piece of tissue to wipe his mouth before heading upstairs to continue sleeping. In fact, he had also slept the entire day away.He called Lena before dinner to ask about his current situation. She clarified that the drowsiness he was feeling was typical during the initial days of using her enhanced scented
Simon was intrigued. "Is there anything wrong with the scented sachets?"Belle replied, "Not really. I just want to analyze it for a bit."He took her answer at face value and did not think further about it."I don't really remember all that well. Grayson had brought it over and asked me to look at the sachets, and I didn't find anything unusual.""Since grandma was in seclusion, she couldn't really help out as usual. If you want to know more about it, why not just ask Grayson directly?"She felt that Simon was silly for coming up with that suggestion. She would not have needed to ask him if Grayson was willing to show the sachets to her in the first place.Belle thought for a moment before asking, "Then, do you have the contact information for the miracle doctor?""No, I don't. Grayson must have it, though."Belle was at a loss for words. She was certain Grayson would not give her the miracle doctor's contact information.Belle did not press on Simon further because she had g
Ginger continued, "Henrietta just came back to work today and was already trying her luck with Mr. Page! And then Mr. Page decided to lecture her right then and there while everyone was watching, too.""She's still crying in the bathroom right now. I felt bad for her, honestly."Belle just quietly listened to the news."But honestly, you should be careful as well. Mr. Page has been treating you well, but who knows if one mistake would have him sending you to the janitorial department."Belle quickly retorted, "When did he ever treat me well?"Ginger replied, "Oh, come on! Everyone already knew that Mr. Page personally brought you to the infirmary just last week. I've heard that he was extremely worried when he realized you were hurt."You've been moved to the secretarial department since. Maybe he did that just to have a closer look at you, even."Belle thought about when Grayson prepared her favorite snacks in his office and invited her for snacks under the guise of serving him
Grayson was further enraged. "Stand right there. You cannot move even a single step without my permission."Upon hearing that, Belle simply stared at him. "Wasn't deducting my salary already enough? Why do I have to stand here?""Because I said so!""You—""Rosa, teach her the company protocols," he said, ignoring Belle. Rosa swiftly stood up and nodded vigorously. "Yes, sir."Grayson gave one last scornful look at Belle before heading back to his office.Belle was furious. She was about to chase after him when Rosa pulled her back. "Belle, please, calm down."Belle explained, "No way! He's got to be doing this on purpose!""It's not like this is the first time Mr. Page has done this. Just bear with it, alright? Think about it. He treated you well when you did a good job, remember? He brought you back into the secretarial department and even took extra care of you!"Rosa continued, "Mr. Page is just having a bad day today. He just lectured the receptionists and even the tech
Ginger tried to console the moping Belle."You shouldn't worry too much about it. Just think of it as one bad day. There are also plenty of good days where Mr. Page treated you well, no?"Belle continued to eat her lunch without refuting Ginger's words.Henrietta was sitting at the table next to them. She felt heartbroken after Grayson scolded her earlier that morning.Henrietta's mood greatly improved after hearing that Grayson had scolded and punished Belle. While talking to her friends, she deliberately raised her voice. "Some people appear to be getting the wrong impression just because Mr. Page treated them kindly for a few days. They mistakenly believe they can act freely, as if they were Mrs. Page. "It serves them right when they receive a punishment like standing in one spot for an entire morning, simply for being late. Hahaha!"The women at Henrietta's table erupted into cackles, resembling a coven of witches.Many were prepared to trample over each other to ascend t
Belle leisurely enjoyed her shower, then donned a set of modest loungewear before leaving the bathroom.Meanwhile, Grayson had just set aside his book, preparing to retire for the night.She shouted, "Grayson!"He cast a single fleeting glance her way and then deliberately ignored her. After toying Belle around at work for the entire day, he was in a relatively great mood. Convincing himself that he no longer harbored romantic feelings for her, he believed it possible after assigning her such an absurd workload.He had genuinely suppressed all his emotions for her and returned to being mere acquaintances.He still held Tristan's advice close to his heart, which was not to fall for someone who had never liked him in the first place.He resolved not to let himself be hurt any longer and was determined not to be defeated by Belle.Belle attempted to disregard Grayson's distant and aloof demeanor and persisted in her questioning."Did you put the scented sachets in the bedroom
Half an hour later, they reached the hospital, where Simon's familiar face facilitated a swift arrangement for a hospital bed for Belle. He then instructed a nurse to proceed with drawing blood for Belle's checkup.However, just as the nurse was about to perform the blood draw, Belle abruptly sat up and began to panic upon seeing the needle."You … What are you trying to do?"The nurse was slightly shaken but quickly explained, "Don't be afraid. I'm just going to draw some blood from you.""Why?""You had just fainted, and the doctor had requested me to draw your blood for tests.""Fainted? Preposterous! I'm just fine! Send me home, now!"The nurse tried to hold Belle and calm her down, but to no avail. Belle began to roar out in anger."You would dare to touch me? Uncultured swine! Men! Bring her away for execution!"She turned to the crowd as she finished her words. Her eyes landed on Grayson as he unwittingly became her target."Sir Grayson, hurry up and perform your dut