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
Seeing that Grayson was on the verge of losing his temper, Simon quickly held onto him and said, "Relax, we should let the neurologist take a look first."Simon quickly called to arrange the procedure before sending Belle for the checkup along with Yolanda at her side.He made sure that Yolanda was the only other person present with Belle when she was receiving the checkup so as to not cause further commotion.Alfred stood outside the room and began to lecture Grayson."What did you do to Belle? How could she just turn crazy all of a sudden?"Grayson suppressed his anger as he replied, "She fell down the stairs by herself."Alfred was furious. "Do you take your own father for a fool?"Grayson was utterly confused.Alfred continued, "I don't believe a single word coming from your mouth! How could Belle fall down the stairs? It's not like she's a three-year-old or something! Just … Just what made her fall down the stairs? What did you do?"Grayson glared at his father. "I didn't
Belle quickly hid herself behind Yolanda and stared back at Grayson like a timid animal."Your Majesty, why is he always glaring at me? I'm scared!"Yolanda then glared back at Grayson."You brat, are you just trying to piss me off?"Grayson had wanted to ask who was pissing who off but kept his mouth shut out of respect. He was annoyed that his innocence was being questioned by everyone present.Yolanda continued to console Belle. "Don't worry, Belle. No one would dare bully you with me around."Belle responded with a couple of endearing blinks and hummed to show her acknowledgment.The doctor had initially planned for the observation to occur at the hospital. However, Belle insisted on returning home and staying close to Yolanda to avoid being admitted.Since then, Yolanda had been staying with the couple at their house instead of returning to her home out of concern for Belle's health.That night, Yolanda spoke to Belle."Belle, relax and rest well. He would never hurt you
Grayson angrily took off his shirt and left it on the floor as he entered the shower, ignoring Belle's demands.As the water began to flow down, Belle's figure could be seen outside the glass door."Sir Grayson! Are you there? Come out right now! Or else I'll call for Her Majesty in five … four … three—"Grayson was furious, but seeing that she was about to call for help, he quickly turned off the faucet and rushed out of the shower.His first action was to shut her up as he pinned her against the wall and covered her mouth.He did not want Yolanda to give him a lecture in the middle of the night.Belle stared at him with her eyes wide, as he was naked at the top at the moment.Droplets of water dripped from his hair and forehead as his eyes reflected his wild allure. "Just what the hell do you want?"She was slightly shaken but quickly tried to resist.Grayson, however, held her tightly in place.He warned her menacingly. "I'm going to actually murder someone tonight if yo
Belle could finally enjoy the blow drying session at peace as it felt way more comfortable in the 'low' temperature settings.She was no longer yelling from pain, and the bathroom quieted down.Even Grayson's anger had slowly calmed down.He stared longingly at their reflection in the mirror. He had never wanted to blow dry her hair in the first place, and yet he became sucked in the more he touched her hair.His desires were slowly being fanned as he combed his fingers through her hair. Over time, even his anger was blown away.He started to reminisce about the memories they had never experienced as a couple while relishing the sight of themselves engaged in a warm and affectionate activity.Grayson might have rejected Belle as his partner, but he was not planning to be a bachelor for the rest of his life.When he was younger, he had promised himself that he would give his partner the best in life, that he would love her, protect her, and even spoil her into becoming the happie