Chapter 35 Getting Help

Belle returned to Grayson's villa after 9:00 pm.

It was Grayson's turn to sleep on the couch tonight. So, Grayson was leaning on the couch, reading.

When he saw Belle's upset expression, he narrowed his eyes. She had won the competition, so why wasn't she happy about it?

After defeating Alder last time, she had sprawled on the bed and swung her legs happily. She seemed to be in a good mood back then. Why was she behaving differently today?

Grayson was puzzled. But since Belle didn't talk to him about it, he didn't ask.

In the middle of the night, a scream woke Grayson up.

Frowning, he sat up. A streak of lightning happened to flash across the sky, lighting up the house. He quickly spotted Belle leaning against the headboard, her hair in a mess.

Grayson was surprised.

As the thunder growled, Belle screamed in fear again.

Startled, Grayson hastily turned on the lights.

Belle was curled up in the corner of the bed. She covered her ears with her hands, trembling.

"What's the ma